Figurative Language In Fiddlehead’s Album Between The Richness

Authors

  • Muhammad Fauzan Universitas Darma Persada
  • Juliansyah -Juliansyah Universitas Darma Persada
  • Nurul Fitriani Universitas Darma Persada
  • Kurnia Idawati Universitas Darma Persada
  • Bambang Trisno Adi Universitas Darma Persada

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21009/bahtera.251.04

Keywords:

Emotional, Expression, Figurative Language, Lyrics, Meaning

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the figurative language used in the Fiddlehead album Between the Richness. The album, known for its emotive and poetic lyrics, serves as a rich source for understanding how figurative language enhances the thematic depth of the songs. This research applies a qualitative approach to identify and categorize various types of figurative language. This research finds certain number of each type of figurative language. They are: 17 for metaphor, 7 for hyperbole, 1 for simile, 8 for imagery, 3 for paradox, 2 for oxymoron, 1 for alliteration, 1 for juxtaposition, 3 for Symbolism, 1 for synecdoche, 4 for personification, 2 for antithesis, and 2 for repetition. The most dominant type of figurative language used in the Fiddlehead song lyrics in the album Between the Richness is metaphor. The findings suggest that the use of figurative language not only intensifies the emotional impact of the music but also provides deeper insight into the experiences and perspectives shared in the album. This research highlights the role of figurative language in creating a more immersive and meaningful listening experience and offering a nuanced understanding of Fiddlehead's lyrical artistry.

Keywords: Emotional; Expression; Figurative Language; Lyrics; Meaning

Author Biographies

Muhammad Fauzan, Universitas Darma Persada

Universitas Darma Persada

Juliansyah -Juliansyah, Universitas Darma Persada

Universitas Darma Persada

Nurul Fitriani, Universitas Darma Persada

Universitas Darma Persada

Kurnia Idawati, Universitas Darma Persada

Universitas Darma Persada

Bambang Trisno Adi, Universitas Darma Persada

Universitas Darma Persada

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2026-01-10

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Fauzan, M., -Juliansyah, J., Fitriani, N., Idawati, K., & Trisno Adi, B. (2026). Figurative Language In Fiddlehead’s Album Between The Richness. Bahtera: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa Dan Sastra, 25(1), 28–39. https://doi.org/10.21009/bahtera.251.04

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Vol. 25 No. 1 (2026): BAHTERA: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa dan Sastra, Volume 25 Nomor 1 Januari 2026

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