Translation of Song Lyrics as Structure-related Expressive Device☆

In this article we will explore the role of translation as a resource to mean creation in popular songs. The research materials included three songs played on the TV program "The Voice Russia". The audience of the show is mainly Russian, but athletes choose to play these songs in more than one language. In all these cases, we believe that translation is similar to code switching. It enhances expression of songs by creating various additional meanings (words and music). The alternation between the original lyrics and the translated lyrics is usually related to the general structure of the song.

The structure of Song is difficult to analyze; this translation looks at it as a lyrical dialogue with dramatic movement and interest. In terms of format and content, the dynasty part of the song is very similar to the secular love song of ancient Egypt and the song of Mesopotamia's "sacred marriage" worship, these songs are union among partners of God To celebrate. Although the lover of the Song dynasty was clearly a person, centuries-old Jewish and Christian traditions adopted allegorical interpretation. Those chosen by Israel are in a perfect relationship of love, through deeper understanding and closer unity. The way of reading this song is based on Israel's tradition of contract. Isaiah (Isaiah 5: 1-7; 54: 4-8; 62: 5), Jeremiah (Jeremiah 2: 2, 3, 32) and Ezekiel (Ez 16; 23) The contract between the Lord and Israel was married It is called. I saw that the prophet Hosea was committing adultery of Israel's idolatry (Hos 1-3)

Another recognizable song structure in popular music is the adjustment of African-American blue. The purpose of lyrics is to express feelings. Bruce 's rhythm comes from African - American baseball players and work songs, and dating back to some West African history. This is a section from "Good Morning Blues" by Lead Belly. The blues festival usually has three lines - the second line repeats the first line, and the third line takes the home rhythm. Lyrics are usually set to 12 music bars at 4/4. Bruce 's lyrics rarely appear in structured instruments such as folk songs, but music usually has driving beats different from heartbeat heartbeats. Bam Bam, Bam Bam, Bam Bam, Bam Bam