A crítica ao machismo na indústria musical em "The man" de Taylor Swift e "If I were a boy" de Beyoncé: análise comparativa de gênero e representação na música

Abstract

This monograph aims to analyze the criticism of machismo present in the songs "The Man" (2019) by Taylor Swift and "If I Were a Boy" (2008) by Beyoncé, highlighting their contributions to the debate on gender equality and their applicability in English language teaching. The research is justified by the relevance of integrating social issues into English language teaching, allowing students to learn critically and contextually. By analyzing these songs, we intend to understand how they contribute to the discourse of female empowerment by revealing inequalities and stereotypes that affect women. In addition, this work reflects on the possibilities of integrating themes such as gender equality and cultural criticism into English language teaching, exploring the use of these songs as teaching tools, with a focus on the development of reading skills, textual comprehension, vocabulary and grammar. The research aims to discuss how this theme can be combined with English language teaching, focusing on teaching strategies that promote contextualized learning and engagement with social issues. Through a bibliographical and descriptive approach, the analysis of the song lyrics seeks to reveal: how can songs be used as didactic tools to reflect on gender inequalities and develop linguistic skills in English? The analysis is based on studies on language, gender and cultural representation, and on authors such as Bourdieu (2012), Samarão (2007), Padre-Santo (2023), Richards (2006), Brown (2007), Beauvoir (1970), seeking to explore how both songs address gender issues and social representations, revealing how they expose sexist patterns and reinforce the need for gender equity. In this way, the research contributes to both cultural studies and innovative pedagogical practices in English language teaching. The results show that these songs offer an effective pedagogical resource to stimulate critical thinking and meaningful learning, highlighting the importance of music when used as an interdisciplinary tool in English teaching and connecting language and culture in an engaging and transformative way.