Introduction
A common misconception which has absorbed humanity throughout the existence of mankind, is an ideal life. Whether or not I have it? Comparable ideas are noticeable in both “London” and “The Fear”. Although they both target different audiences and in particular different generations, they portray a message of self consciousness and enlightenment. Through numerous techniques both William Blake and Lilly Allen scrutinise the troubles of society in the 17th century Romantic era as well as the 21st century modern era. Both artist have influenced both their generations to realise there are more ways of life. this essay will feature both similarities and differences between the two pieces, as well as highlight their influences to the targeted generations.
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Both William Blake and Lily Allen reveal an insight of inequality in their generations, the gap between the poor and rich is widening. In the fear Lily Allen employs numerous techniques showing this factor which has taken in the society of …show more content…
The Romantic Era and the Modern Era, two very different times in history and influence by many factors in society. Both era’s ask wether or not the society had an ideal life. In Lilly Allen’s “The Fear” she uses strong imagery to emphasise the power of fame, however through the song she continuously refers back to life of the 21st century. This becomes very clear in the chorus with “And when do you think it will all become clear, ‘cause I’m being taken over by the fear”. This demonstrates the troubles as a teenager throughout her years as her fame grew bigger and bigger, and reveals a logic, self absorbed, and sarcastic truth focus on the audience. A fear of society is being uncovered portraying the innocence of a single being waking up to her self consciousness. This leaves the reader in confusion of whether or not fame is a positive or negative in finding the ideal
A common misconception which has absorbed humanity throughout the existence of mankind, is an ideal life. Whether or not I have it? Comparable ideas are noticeable in both “London” and “The Fear”. Although they both target different audiences and in particular different generations, they portray a message of self consciousness and enlightenment. Through numerous techniques both William Blake and Lilly Allen scrutinise the troubles of society in the 17th century Romantic era as well as the 21st century modern era. Both artist have influenced both their generations to realise there are more ways of life. this essay will feature both similarities and differences between the two pieces, as well as highlight their influences to the targeted generations.
Body .1
Both William Blake and Lily Allen reveal an insight of inequality in their generations, the gap between the poor and rich is widening. In the fear Lily Allen employs numerous techniques showing this factor which has taken in the society of …show more content…
The Romantic Era and the Modern Era, two very different times in history and influence by many factors in society. Both era’s ask wether or not the society had an ideal life. In Lilly Allen’s “The Fear” she uses strong imagery to emphasise the power of fame, however through the song she continuously refers back to life of the 21st century. This becomes very clear in the chorus with “And when do you think it will all become clear, ‘cause I’m being taken over by the fear”. This demonstrates the troubles as a teenager throughout her years as her fame grew bigger and bigger, and reveals a logic, self absorbed, and sarcastic truth focus on the audience. A fear of society is being uncovered portraying the innocence of a single being waking up to her self consciousness. This leaves the reader in confusion of whether or not fame is a positive or negative in finding the ideal