Skripsi
\'message in a bottle\': discovering fanilect within taylor swift\'s fandom / Dinda Khoirunnisa
Abstrak
This study delves into the use and impact of fanilect a specialized form of language within Taylor Swift rsquo s fandom on TikTok. By employing discourse analysis it examines the various forms and functions of fanilect in this digital community. The findings reveal four key types of fanilect jargon which consists of specific terms and phrases used only within the fan group intertextual references where fans incorporate Taylor Swift s lyrics or cultural references into their interactions routine interactions such as repeated behaviors or phrases during events or online discussions and multimodal communication where fans express themselves through a combination of text images and videos. Furthermore the study identifies the roles fanilect plays in shaping the dynamics within the Swiftie fandom. First it contributes to identity formation helping fans identify themselves as part of the community. Second it establishes power structures where knowledge of fanilect signifies status within the fandom. Third fanilect fosters community building by encouraging emotional connections and shared experiences. Lastly it enhances creative expression allowing fans to engage with the fandom in varied and artistic ways. This research provides critical insights into how fanilect influences community interactions and identity within Taylor Swift rsquo s fanbase offering broader implications for understanding linguistic practices in digital fan cultures.