Sociology in a Song ( “RESPECT” Aretha Franklin, 1967 Original Version)
Working on your own, pick a song (“Respect” Aretha Franklin 1967 Original Version) and analyze it using a sociological term or terms. Focus on the lyrics, not any video choreography or cinematography. Your analysis should include:
1. Call dibs on your song. Check the list first to make sure your choice is still available, analyze a different song.
2. A sociological concept and its definition
3. How this song tackles or illustrates the concept
4. Detailed analysis of at least two sections of the lyrics as illustrated above with the Tracy Chapman song.
5. Decide whether you want to make your analysis:
a. In writing. If you do this please include a link to an audio or video version of the song. The analysis, including the song lyrics should be about two pages, double spaced.
