Hybridity and Identity in Fairuz's Song Zahrat Al-Mada'in: A Postcolonial Perspective of Homi K. Bhabha
Keywords:
Hybridity, Mimicry, Ambivalence of Identity, PostcolonialismAbstract
This study investigates hybridity and identity in the song "Zahrat al-Mada'in" by Fairuz through the postcolonial framework of Homi K. Bhabha. This song, widely known across the Arab world, portrays the beauty and grandeur of Jerusalem while reflecting the complexity of identity and cultural intersections embedded within it. Fairuz, a musical icon from Lebanon, skillfully blends traditional and modern elements in her work, making "Zahrat al-Mada'in" more than just a song—it becomes a representation of the Arab people's struggle and hope for the holy city of Jerusalem. This research employs a qualitative method with lyric analysis techniques to identify elements of hybridity and identity present in the song. Homi K. Bhabha’s theory of hybridity is used as the analytical framework to understand the interaction and evolution of identity and culture within colonial and postcolonial contexts. The findings reveal that the song successfully merges elements of colonial and indigenous cultures, reflecting a rich cultural hybridity. It not only expresses love and longing for Jerusalem but also asserts the city as an integral part of Palestinian national identity and heritage. This study offers a conceptual contribution by enriching the understanding of how identity and culture can interact and transform within colonial and postcolonial frameworks. Future research is encouraged to conduct comparative studies with other songs that share similar themes and to adopt broader interdisciplinary approaches.
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