liriknya

Liriknya is an Indonesian term formed from the noun lirik, meaning lyrics, with the genitive suffix -nya, which indicates possession or definiteness. The result can function as a noun phrase meaning “the lyrics” or as a possessive form meaning “its lyrics” or “his/her lyrics,” depending on the context. It is commonly used in everyday Indonesian to refer to the words of a song or poem without repeating the full phrase lirik lagu.

Usage and examples help illustrate its function. For instance: “Lagu ini liriknya sangat puitis” (This song’s lyrics are very poetic), or “Aku hafal liriknya” (I know its lyrics by heart). In written or spoken Indonesian, liriknya often stands in for the longer expression lirik lagu ini or lirik lagu Anda, especially when the song has already been established in the conversation.

Grammar and style notes. The suffix -nya attaches to a noun to indicate possession or a definite reference. While liriknya is common and natural in informal speech and media discussions, in formal writing one might prefer more explicit forms such as lirik lagu ini or lirik lagu tersebut to avoid ambiguity about which lyrics are being referenced.

Cultural context. The term is widely used in Indonesian online communities, fan discussions, and lyric videos, where speakers frequently refer to “the lyrics” of a song succinctly with liriknya rather than repeating full phrases. See also lirik (lyrics) and lagu (song).