BETWEEN SONGS AND AWARENESS: SONIC STRATEGIES IN THE BATTLES FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE IN BRAZIL

Abstract

This article explores the role of music as a means of expression and resistance in the Brazilian social landscape. We investigate how artists use music to confront inequalities and injustices, establishing themselves as a collective voice seeking transformations. The study aims to analyze music as a mobilization tool in the battles for civil rights, freedom, and social justice in Brazil, highlighting its relevance in society’s transformation. The critical analysis focused on representative cases of artists and musical movements that have become symbols of resistance. Various approaches to the use of music as a tool for awareness and mobilization were examined. Music has proven to be a powerful form of expression and mobilization, with the ability to inspire and influence generations, playing a fundamental role in the struggles for social justice. In this context, music plays a crucial role in promoting changes in Brazil, offering an impactful and collective platform to address social and political issues. Thus, this research aims to be an instrument to enhance the understanding of the potential of music as a catalyst for social changes, emphasizing its importance as a means of resistance and awareness.