Present your favourite song

Welcome to the assignment about paraphrasing and analyzing a song. In this project, you will embark on an exciting journey into the world of music and language, where lyrics serve as the medium through which emotions, stories, and messages are conveyed. Through this assignment, you will have the opportunity to explore the intricate interplay between words and music, honing your analytical skills while deepening your appreciation for the artistry of songwriting. 

Music has the power to evoke a wide range of emotions, challenge our perspectives, and transport us to different worlds. Just like poetry, song lyrics are crafted with care, employing imagery, metaphor, and symbolism to communicate complex ideas and experiences. In this assignment, you will delve into the heart of a song, dissecting its lyrics to uncover the underlying meaning and essence. 

Take a close look at the lyrics of the song that you've chosen. Copy/paste them in a Word document. Look for poetic elements in the lyrics. Highlight these poetic elements in yellow and add the term of the poetic element. Explain every example of a poetic element. Finished? Post your Word document in the correct upload zone. 

Your task is to select a song with rich, meaningful lyrics and paraphrase them into prose form. Paraphrasing involves capturing the essence of the original lyrics while expressing them in your own words. Through this process, you will gain a deeper understanding of the song's themes, messages, and emotional resonance. 

By engaging with the lyrics of a song at a deeper level, you will develop essential skills in critical thinking, analysis, and communication. Paraphrasing the lyrics will not only enhance your comprehension of the song but also sharpen your ability to interpret and convey complex ideas effectively. 

• Select a song with complex lyrics that resonate with you.

• Listen to the song multiple times to familiarize yourself with the lyrics and their meaning. Look up the words that you don't understand.

• Analyze the lyrics. Look for poetic elements.

• Rewrite the lyrics in prose form, summarizing the meaning of each verse and chorus.

• Present your song, your analysis and your summary to your classmates.

• Begin your presentation by introducing the original song and artist. Provide some context about the song's themes, messages, and significance.

• Display the original song lyrics and play the song for the class to listen to.

• Show the lyrics and explain the different poetic elements that you recognize in the text. Explain every example.

• Present your paraphrased lyrics, highlighting the changes you made and the reasons behind those changes. Discuss how your version captures the essence of the original song while expressing it in your own words.

• Design visual aids (e.g., slides, posters, charts) to accompany your presentation and enhance understanding.

• Include relevant images, quotes, and examples to support your analysis and engage your audience.

• Rehearse your presentation multiple times to ensure clarity, coherence, and confidence in delivery.

• Pay attention to your speaking pace, tone, and body language to effectively convey your message to the audience.

You will be marked for content, body language, language, and pronunciation.