Longing in the Song Ummi by Maher Zain and Jasa Poma by Rafly Kande (A Comparative Literature Study)

This study is motivated by the discovery of shared meanings related to the concept of motherhood in the song Ummi by Maher Zain and Jasa Poma by Rafly Kande. The research aims to reveal both the similarities and differences in the expression of longing portrayed in Ummi and Jasa Poma. A qualitative research method is employed in this study, with data collected through reading and note-taking techniques. The data are analyzed using descriptive and comparative approaches, followed by conclusion drawing. The findings indicate that both songs share similar elements of longing, including longing for a mother’s affection, a mother’s prayers, and devotion to one’s mother. Meanwhile, the differences lie in the cultural backgrounds: Jasa Poma is rooted in Acehnese culture, while Ummi is based on Middle Eastern culture, Jasa Poma belongs to the genre of Acehnese socio-religious poetry, while Ummi represents contemporary music, differences are also found in the messages conveyed by each song, as well as in the portrayal of the mother figure in Ummi. Through this comparative analysis, both Ummi and Jasa Poma demonstrate distinctive characteristics as original literary works. This study contributes to a more comprehensive understanding of the literary and cultural dimensions of the two songs.