Weird Al’s Ode To A Superhero

Question 1

Rhyme scheme

Answer 1

AABCAA - stayed consistent with alternating end sounds, giving it a musical flow

Question 2

Themes

Answer 2

Heroism - central theme, where ordinary life of Peter parker is juxtaposed against his superhero alter-ego, Spider-Man.

Question 3

Repetition

Answer 3

In chorus like “sling is a web, you’re the spider man” and “sling is a wen tonight” emphasises the superhero theme and parody the original “sing us a song, you’re the piano man”

Question 4

Sound devices & figures of speech

Answer 4

Sibilance: “sling us a web”, creates smooth musical lines

Question 5

Is it an ode?

Answer 5

Yes. Here weird al is playfully praising Spider-Man, acknowledging his super heroic deeds while humorously pointing out his flaws and everyday problems. The song follows the tradition of odes by focusing on a specific figure (Spider-Man) and celebrating him but in a humorous, light-hearted way

Question 6

Parody

Answer 6

Imitation of style of a particular artist etc, with exaggeration further humorous effect