An Analysis of Lexical Relations in the Song ‘Someone You Loved’ by Lewis Capaldi from a Lexical Semantics Perspective

Authors

  • Junita Siska Nauli Saragih Universitas HKBP Nommensen Pematangsiantar
  • Bernieke Anggita Ristia Damanik Universitas HKBP Nommensen Pematangsiantar

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.61722/jmia.v3i3.9923

Keywords:

lexical relations, lexical semantics, song lyrics, Someone You Loved, semantic analysis

Abstract

This  research  intends  to  examine  the  lexical  connections  present  in  the  song  “Someone  You  Loved”  by  Lewis  Capaldi  through  the  lens  of  lexical  semantics.  The  study  is  centered  on  uncovering  various  categories  of  lexical  relations,  including  synonymy,  antonymy,  hyponymy,  and  repetition  found  in  the  lyrics  of  the  song.  Utilizing  a  qualitative  descriptive  approach,  the  research  gathers  data  from  the  song's  lyrics  and  interprets  it  according  to  lexical  semantics  theories.  The  results  indicate  the  presence  of  multiple  lexical  relations  that  enhance  the  emotional  richness  and  significance  of  the  lyrics.  Synonymy  serves  to  reinforce  comparable  concepts,  while  antonymy  emphasizes  differences  in  emotions,  especially  regarding  love,  grief,  and  isolation.  Additionally,  repetition  is  often  observed,  highlighting  the  emotional  strength  of  the  narrator’s  experiences.  These  lexical  connections  not  only  improve  the  song’s  artistic  appeal  but  also  assist  listeners  in  grasping  the  deeper  message.  In  summary,  the  incorporation  of  lexical  relations  within  the  song  is  crucial  for  transmitting  meaning  and  emotional  expression,  making  it  a  valuable  topic  for  analysis  in  lexical  semantics.

Author Biographies

Junita Siska Nauli Saragih, Universitas HKBP Nommensen Pematangsiantar

English Education Department, Faculty Of Teacher Training And Education

Bernieke Anggita Ristia Damanik, Universitas HKBP Nommensen Pematangsiantar

English Education Department, Faculty Of Teacher Training And Education

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Published

2026-05-08

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