A Critical Discourse Analysis of the Song "Alapaap" by Eraserheads

This study combines Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) with the three sovereignties of literature framework to analyze the song "Alapaap" by Eraserheads. The study aims to uncover the layers of meaning within the song's lyrics and explore its broader cultural context. The CDA framework allows for a critical examination of the song's language and its reflection of social power dynamics and ideologies. The three sovereignties of literature framework, which includes the author-oriented, text-oriented, and reader-oriented approaches, is used to interpret the song's themes of personal choice, societal inequalities, and addiction to drugs. The study suggests that the song promotes a mindset of openness and embracing freedom, while also acknowledging the temporary pleasure that drugs may provide. However, further investigation is needed to fully understand the song's importance and influence, including conducting interviews with the songwriter and analyzing Filipino music and culture during the time the song was released.