The Meaning of Turtle Symbols in the Lyrics of the Song Geobugi by Davichi

Song lyrics are literary works that comprise linguistic symbols that possess
meaning. This study examines the meaning of the turtle symbol used in the
lyrics of a Korean song by Davichi named Geobugi. The purpose of this study
is to describe the meaning of turtle in the lyrics of the song Geobugi by
Davichi. This study uses a qualitative descriptive method to systematically
describe the meaning of denotation, connotation, and myth using the theory
of semiotics by Roland Barthes. The research results showed that the turtle
in the lyrics of the song Geobugi symbolizes cautiousness, patience, selfreflection, hope, and self-defense. The turtle symbol depicted in the lyrics of
this song conveys the message that humans can move slowly and patiently,
do self-reflection, remain optimistic in difficult times, and have their defense
mechanisms. The discovery of the meaning of myth provides a new
perspective that something contradictory can be perceived as an option
rather than a negative thing, which differs from the general perception of the
dynamic and fast-moving Korean society.