%0 Thesis %9 Skripsi %A Fahmi, Najib Fuadi %A Universitas Pakuan, %A Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan, %A Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris, %B Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris %D 2024 %F eprintsunpak:9666 %I Universitas Pakuan %T LEARNER’S EXPERIENCES OF USING ENGLISH SONGS FOR AUTONOMOUS LISTENING: A NARRATIVE INQUIRY %U http://eprints.unpak.ac.id/9666/ %X Listening is one of the English skills that plays a significant role in the acquisition of the English language. The use of music and songs in the English language-learning classroom is not new. It has been proven by many researchers that music and songs have become effective ways in the English classroom. The aim of this research is to find out how effective songs are as a medium for learning English, especially listening, based on real experiences from participants who are students and are still learning listening skill. The design of this research used a qualitative descriptive method. It was conducted in the English Education Department of Pakuan University The data sources used for this research such as informants and documents. The technique was using questionnaires and interviews. The results of the questionnaire produced 17 respondents spread across 4 classes such as 4B, 6A. 6B and 8A. Based on the results of the questionnaire, it emerged that there were 2 respondents who got the maximum score available and became participants of the interview. The data analysis used an interactive analysis method. Based on the results of this research, English songs as a tool for learning listening skills can be highly effective. Songs expose learners to authentic pronunciation, vocabulary, and cultural nuances. Songs can provide repetitive exposure to language patterns, aiding in comprehension and retention. Additionally, songs offer a fun and engaging way to practice listening, making the learning process enjoyable and memorable. Keywords : listening, songs, experience