The Reflection of Myths in Luk Thung Songs: A Case Study of Jenpob Jobkrabuanwan

Abstract

This study aimed to investigate myths in Luk Thung songs by using qualitative research using a total of 7 songs, which composed by Jenpob Jobkrabuanwan and sang himself during 1995-1997. Data was collected through interviews with people who had worked with the composer and experts in Luk Thung songs, as well as from articles, books, and related theses. Semiotics and the concept of myths was used as tools to analyze the reflection of myths in songs. This research is a qualitative approach based on the analytical data in a descriptive format.The results of the research found that the reflections of myths in Luk Thung songs by Jenpob Jobkrabuanwan, consisted of 7 reflections: 1) Reflections on the myth of money, 2) Reflections on the myths of social class and Occupational status, 3) Reflections on the myth of the belief in karma 4) Reflections on the myth of the value of using English in Thai society 5) Reflections on the myth of patriotism; 6) Reflections on the myth of of political power; and 7) Reflections on the myth of patriarchy.