Lyrical Analysis Essay. Essay Two will be an analysis or a close reading of a song or poem from any time and any genre of your choosing that explores an important theme or intent of the song.
The below guidelines must be followe-d to make a passing grade, but does not determine an A:
This essay must include a three-point thesis that explores a theme behind or intention of the song, either by your own interpretation or the author’s intention.
This essay must NOT be a summary of the song or poem.
Your task is to make sure readers understand how this song or poem speaks to some specific idea or how the author met a particular intent.
It must include three specific points
These should be the root of your topic sentences and body paragraphs
It must be supporte-d by at least three lyrics or quotes from the song or poem
A Works Cite-d Page with your song or poem liste-d is not require-d but highly encourage-d.
You are free to use outside sources, but it is not require-d.
Block Quotes are off-limits
It must adhere to the basic essay structure.
Be sure to pay attention to intros, body paragraphs, conclusion, transitions, spelling, grammar, mechanics and sentence structure.
First-person is not allowed.
You should not use I, my, or me in this essay.
It must be typed in Times New Roman, 12-point font, and double spaced.
Full MLA is not required, but the attempt is highly encouraged
Templates have been provided in the Composition Resource folder
It must include a title.
The title of the song or poem does not work
Essay 2 or Song Analysis also will not work
Be creative!
It must be at least 2 ½ full pages but no more than 4.
Things to consider:
Are there certain artists or poets who you gravitate to more? Why is that? Is there a pattern in their music or writing that appeals to you? How can that fit into your analysis?
What is the tone of the song? Does that match to the tone a specific moment in your life?
Is there a story behind your connection to this song or poem? How does that story fit into your analysis? Do you need to tell a story or just point some things out?
Are there specific lines or lyrics that automatically stick out? Are those the lyrics representative of the thesis you argue?
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