Shadowing Practice: David Guetta - Say My Name (Lyrics) ft. Bebe Rexha, J Balvin - Learn English Speaking with Video

Ever wanted to learn English while jamming to a catchy song? This lesson uses David Guetta's "Say My Name" to boost your speaking skills. You'll work on pronunciation, rhythm, and emotional tone—perfect for english speaking practice or even IELTS speaking practice. Plus, the mix of slow, heartfelt lines and faster verses makes it great for mastering different speech speeds.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases to Focus On

• "Dressing up the truth": Hiding or altering the truth (great for casual conversations).
• "Bite my tongue": Stopping yourself from speaking (useful for daily interactions).
• "Dying to believe you": Desperately wanting to trust someone (adds emotion to your speech).
• "Let me in": Asking for emotional connection (simple but powerful for fluency).
• "Mordiendo mis labios" (from the Spanish verse): "Biting my lips" (a common phrase to practice pronunciation of blended sounds).

Practice Tips for Shadowing Success

Shadowing—repeating lines right after the speaker—is a game-changer for improve english pronunciation. This song has a mix of slow, soulful parts and faster, rhythmic sections, so start slow. Pause the video after each line, then repeat it, matching the singer's tone (sadness in "I feel alone in your arms" vs. urgency in "Say my name"). For the faster verses, use a shadowing site to slow down the audio if needed—this helps you catch tricky rhythms. Focus on shadow speech flow: notice how "runnin'" drops the "g" and "got too many" links smoothly. Over time, you'll sound more natural, whether you're chatting with friends or prepping for an exam. Keep practicing, and soon you'll be singing (and speaking!) like a pro.