Parody or parroting: Meredith Brooks’ sub version of Bitch

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Term papers

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3 pages

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Published date :

07/06/2009

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Table of Contents Parody or parroting: Meredith Brooks’ sub version of Bitch Table of Contents

 
  1. Introduction
  2. Patriarchal definition of womanhood
  3. Subversive reading of the lyrics
  4. Advocating that listeners File under Angry Young Women
  5. Conclusion
  6. Works cited

Abstract

In 1997, meredith brooks' song, bitch, burned up the charts and through verbal taboos. Was her use of "bitch" a reclamation of a pejorative title, or did it reinforce misogynistic machinations? An examination of the lyrics to bitch, the music video, music reviews and Monique Wittig's concept of "woman" reveal the patriarchal discourse surrounding the song and the tension between authorial intent and active readership. The lyrics of bitch are superficially subversive; the underlying tone supports a patriarchal definition of womanhood and the negative connotations of "bitch". The chorus of the song appears to support a multifaceted and proud identity.

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pencil image Haydee S.  
Level :General public Study : Literature School/University : University of California, Berkeley