A CRITICAL DISCOURSE ANALYSIS OF SOME SELECTED NIGERIA HIP HOP SONGS

This study employs Norman Fairclough's Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) framework to examine the themes of love, gender, and intimacy in Nigerian hip-hop music. Focusing on songs by prominent male artists (Davido, Wizkid, and Burna Boy) and female artists (Ayra Starr, Tiwa Savage, and Tems), this research reveals the gendered dynamics and cultural narratives surrounding love and sexuality in contemporary Nigerian music. The work deploys Norman Fairclough’s Critical Discourse Analytical Approach in the examination of twelve songs by these artistes, using a qualitative approach of probing the song lyrics to gain insights on the themes. Findings highlight how male and female express love and relationships in their songs, shedding light on the power dynamics, social norms, and cultural values that shape these representations. This study contributes to our understanding of the intersections between music, gender, andculture, in showing how Nigerian hip-hop songs reflect and challenge societal attitudes.