Lyrics Analysis

Michael Weber

Unit 1: Lyrics Analysis Project

ENGL 112L

2 October 2023

  1. Purpose: What do you think was the author’s purpose or agenda when composing the lines of this song? Explain your thinking by referring to any historical, social, or political events during this period. The meaning of PARTYNEXTDOOR’s song “Joy” may differ based on the listener’s perspective. Songs, in general, can have many meanings and goals for different individuals. However, “Joy” is a song that is frequently connected with sentiments of joy, celebration, and enjoyment of life. The lyrics and music are intended to elicit pleasant sentiments and to foster a vibrant and cheerful atmosphere. Finally, the song’s aim is subjective and may resonate differently with each individual listener.
  2. Theme: What theme or message does this song convey & why do you think so?  What are some specific examples of how this message is relevant in today’s world, your life, or school, community, your country or even the world? The concept of PARTYNEXTDOOR’s “Joy” is seeking happiness and embracing joy in life. The song invites listeners to let go of their problems and totally immerse themselves in joyful and celebratory times. It highlights the significance of living in the present moment and appreciating happy events. The motif expresses a desire to create a lively and cheerful environment, as well as a reminder to cherish life’s little pleasures.
  3. Remix: What could be another appropriate title for this song? Why?

I say another good title for this song would have to be Happiness; happiness is a good title to summarize the song it shows how the party wants to feel. 

  1. Influence: Do you think young people could be influenced in any way by listening to this song? Could it affect their beliefs or actions? Do you think that songwriters have a responsibility to use their platform of music for positive change? Explain your viewpoint.
  2. Intent: What emotions do you think the songwriter intended to evoke? How would you describe the tone (mood or ambiance)? Use only one or two words as adjectives to describe the mood and tone. Quote a few lines from the song that will support these adjectives as evidence for your choices. PARTYNEXTDOOR frequently infuses sensuality and passion into his songs. The mood of “Joy” may have a romantic or personal undertone, which is a recurrent motif in his work. “I love you, mhm

Easier to say than mean it these days”

  1. Moves: List examples of any of the following literary devices used in this song and explain:
    1. Simile:n/a
    2. Metaphor:n/a
    3. Personification:n/a
    4. Alliteration: n/a
    5. Rhyme/Repetition: The word “joy” appears multiple times throughout the song,underscoringg its fundamental topic and providing melodic and lyrical consistency. The phrases “I wanna feel joy” and “Let me find my joy” rhyme, forming a rhyme scheme inside the chorus.
    6. Onomatopoeia:n/a
  2. Identify: In your chosen song Highlight & Comment the following:

Analysis (SLO 3):

  1. All rhyming couplets (if any)

“I love you, mhm” “Easier to say than mean it these days”

“Joy, for the noise” “Mhm

  1. 2 moments where you notice intent in the line break & why

Line breaks can create natural pauses in the lyrics, focusing emphasis to key words or phrases. For example, the line break after “I love you, mhm” may highlight the next sentence, “Easier to say than mean it these days,” by allowing the listener a minute to process the remark.

  1. 2 moments of effective figurative language In the lyrics of “Joy” by PARTYNEXTDOOR, there are instances of effective figurative

language that enhance the song’s imagery and meaning. Here are two moments of effective

figurative language from the provided lyrics:

1. “I wanna feel joy, oh, for the noise baby”

The word “for the noise” is used in this sentence as metaphorical language. It implies that the speaker desires to feel delight not only for its own reason, but also for the excitement and bustle that it brings. The term “noise” refers to the energetic and colorful environment that surrounds joyous times. 

“Let me fuck my joy, joy, joy, joy, joy, joy” In this line, the repetition of the word “joy” and the use of the verb “fuck” create a powerful metaphorical expression.

Interpretation (SLO 2):

A key moment where the song is emphasizing its theme or meaning A key moment in the song “Joy” by PARTYNEXTDOOR where the theme or meaning is

emphasized is in the repeated chorus:

“I wanna feel joy, I wanna feel joy

Joy (Feel joy)

Let me find my joy”

The artist continuously conveys the wish to experience joy in this chorus. The recurrence of the word “joy” emphasizes the song’s major topic, which is the pursuit of pleasure and the wish for a joyous experience. The artist’s desire for happiness and his plea to “let me find

my joy” serve as a focal point of the song, underlining the emotional core and the importance of this topic throughout the tune. This chorus emphasizes that joy is an important and meaningful component of the song’s story and message.  

Evaluation (SLO 4):

  1. Bold your favorite line

I wanna sing joy baby, I wanna sing joy

  1. Put brackets around your favorite stanza 

The song doesn’t have a stanza. 

  1. Write a paragraph explaining why you like your chosen favorite line. What is most impactful? What do you like best and why? How do you connect to it? How does it make you feel or what thoughts does it create for you?

The lyric “I wanna sing joy baby, I wanna sing joy” from PARTYNEXTDOOR’s song “Joy” is very powerful since it captures the core of the song’s concept and emotional desire. The artist expresses a genuine wish for pleasure and contentment in these simple yet powerful lines, highlighting the transformational potential of music and self-expression in obtaining that condition. The repeated statement “I wanna sing joy” not only emphasizes the artist’s passionate desire to experience pleasure, but it also implies that via the act of singing, they can find a way to this elusive emotion. In this setting, music serves as a kind of emotional catharsis as well as a means of connecting with others. The sentence stands out as a strong and memorable point in the song because it is a profound expression of the artist’s wish for pleasure and belief that music has the capacity to bring about that precise sensation.

  1.  Image: Insert an image or symbol to represent this song