TY - GEN A1 - Al Safadi, Nour T1 - The Power of Vernacular Sarcastic Poetry along with Folklore Music in the Socio-political Context: The Case of Negm Poetry and Negm-Imam Songs in Post-1967 Egypt N2 - Language is the essential medium of human communication, and it takes various forms, from music to computer code, each of which is suited to specific purposes. This paper explores the realm of vernacular language, infused with sarcasm, within the contexts of poetry and folk music. Specifically, we explore its transformative role within the socio-political landscape of post-1967 Egypt, shedding light on its dynamic impact on the political and social structure of the time. Our research places particular emphasis on the works of Ahmad Fouad Negm and his collaborative partnership with Sheikh Imam. Through their unique lens, this paper explores the profound significance of vernacular poetry as a powerful tool for articulating the everyday struggles and sentiments of the underprivileged class. Their compositions served as a means of resistance to Egypt's ruling class and provided a powerful voice for those marginalized within society. This study highlights the enduring importance of vernacular sarcastic poetry in addressing socio-political issues and advocating for the underprivileged in post-1967 Egypt's socio-political landscape. Y1 - 2023 UR - https://opus4.kobv.de/opus4-udk/frontdoor/index/index/docId/2207 UR - https://nbn-resolving.org/urn:nbn:de:kobv:b170-22072 ER -