Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: This article aims to conduct a textual analysis of 111 songs within Chilean urban music, with a focus on the works of Pablo Chill-E, Cris MJ, AK4:20, Jordan 23, and Jere Klein –prominent national artists in this genre– to identify the sociocultural discursive themes conveyed in their productions. The central hypothesis of this study posits that Chilean urban music consistently presents five recurrent themes: (1) crime as a way of life, (2) the use of violence and firearms, (3) conditions of precarity and marginalization, (4) economic ascent and fame, and (5) love and sexuality. In earlier compositions, these topics construct a narrative centered on marginality and violence. However, in more recent years, there has been a noticeable shift toward discursive notions related to fame, romantic relationships, and affective-sexual experiences. The findings suggest a significant evolution in the thematic focus of these musical works. Moreover, the study concludes that urban music catalyzes youth memory, articulating their concerns, aspirations, and frustrations.
Language: Spanish
Topic: Music History and Culture
Subfield: Music
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7117561560