The production of meaning effects in the work of Bezerra da Silva: between carnivalization and transgression
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https://doi.org/10.1590/SciELOPreprints.17462Keywords:
Discourse., Carnivalization., Transgression., Samba., Bezerra da Silva.Abstract
This article proposes an interpretation of Bezerra da Silva’s work through the lenses of carnivalization and transgression, viewing his discursive output as a space for constructing meaning and challenging hegemonic social structures. The analysis highlights how the samba artist’s songs employ discursive strategies that subvert established values, challenge discourses of power, and give visibility to historically marginalized voices. The research draws upon the theoretical frameworks of Mikhail Bakhtin—specifically the concept of carnivalization; Michel Pêcheux, in the field of Discourse Analysis; Michel Foucault, with his reflections on power, knowledge, and resistance; and Dominique Maingueneau, through his contributions regarding the enunciative scene and the constitution of discourse. Based on this framework, the study demonstrates that Bezerra da Silva’s work transcends mere entertainment, establishing itself as a critical, transgressive, and socially significant discursive practice.
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