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Protest Songs as Catalysts for Political Change in Malaysia
Abstract
Social change and political expression have always had their place in music. Often, artists use their creative talent to send controversial messages they relate to, with the aim to motivate the masses to take action. Throughout history, protest songs have always galvanized the oppressed into resisting their oppressor. Usually, artists turn to protest songs when they know that the media, education, and government are largely in the hands of the oppressor, be it a democratic or authoritarian regime. This chapter explored some protest songs and how they served as a new form of resistance against Malaysia's hegemonic power – the ruling National Front (Barisan Nasional). It is informed by the theory of hegemony and resistance.
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