Abstract
Language plays a significant role in shaping meaning and influence in song lyrics. Denny Caknan’s Ambyar songs, which predominantly use the Javanese language, have attracted a wide audience, including non-Javanese speakers. This study aims to identify the linguistic aspects in the lyrics that appeal most to non-Javanese listeners and to examine how these songs influence their understanding of the Javanese language. A descriptive qualitative method was employed to obtain detailed and accurate findings. Data were collected through questionnaires distributed to non-Javanese speakers, consisting of both descriptive and multiple-choice questions. The results reveal that pure Javanese expressions, code mixing, and rhyme are the dominant linguistic features that capture listeners’ interest. In addition, certain lyrics are frequently remembered and repeated by non-Javanese speakers in their daily communication. This repetition indicates a level of familiarity and engagement with the language. Furthermore, the findings suggest that Denny Caknan’s songs contribute to shaping how non-Javanese speakers perceive, learn, and use the Javanese language in informal contexts. Therefore, popular music can serve as an effective medium for language exposure and cultural transmission.
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Fauzi, Ryan
(2026)
"Non-Javanese speakers’ perception toward Javanese language in Denny Caknan’s Ambyar songs,"
Journal of Language, Literature, and Arts: Vol. 6:
No.
3, Article 4.
Available at:
https://citeus.um.ac.id/jolla/vol6/iss3/4