Pratique du Shadowing: Chicago- Michael Jackson XSCAPE (Deluxe) - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec la vidéo

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I met her on the way to Chicago Where she was all alone And so was I,
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so asked her for her name
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She smiled and looked at me I was surprised to see
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That a woman like
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that was real into me She said you didn't have no
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man Paid to give the very best she had She told
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me she was all alone Said I don't give this
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that no one wanted me She said doesn't give enough age I'm 59, I'm gonna go keep it She lied to you,
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lied to me Don't you wanna love me,
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love me, yeah I never would've thought she was living like that Her words seem so sincere When I held her near,
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she would tell me how she feels It felt so real to me This girl she had to be
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An angel sent from heaven just for me She said you
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didn't have no man I took faith to get some every
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man she got She told me she was all alone Said
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I don't think she didn't have no more I mean she
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said you didn't have no more She said you didn't have
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no more She said you didn't have no man I took
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faith to get some every man she got She'd lie to you, lie to me Cause she would love me,
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love me, yeah She'd like a devil She'd love me, why didn't you tell me you were right She thought you'd love me,
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must be Do a word again, the kids and I'm She said that you were dead,
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no, I'm gonna try to keep you in the way you can She'd lie to you, lie to me Cause you got a family,
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family, yeah Why are you all now?
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Alright Woah Woah
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I'm gonna be back in the fucking business Alright Alright Oh Oh Oh Dada
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Dada Dada I didn't know she was already spoken for Cause I'm not
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that kind of man I swear that I would've never looked her way
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Now I feel so much shame and all things have to change
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You should know that I'm holding her to blame She said she didn't have no man,
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I raised a kiss and every man she couldn't blame She told me she was all alone,
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she said she told me she didn't have no more She said she didn't run the place, 59 I was a go-gy girl She lied to me,
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lie to me Cause she was loving me, loving me Ain't right to give up on life She was loving me
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when she was never your wife She thought that loving me was good
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You were working to get that She said
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that it would never win Try to keep me in a way she could She was lying to you, lying to me Cause without a family,
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family, yeah She said you didn't have no man Raised the
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kids the very best She told me she was all alone Said I don't, she didn't have no hope She said just give me a run,
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bitch 59, I know what the goal she is She lie to you, lie to me But she won't love me,
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love me, yeah She tried to give a devil Love me, what did you say with your one?
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She thought that loving me must be You were working to hear
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that truth She said that you were devil Try to keep me in your way, yeah She lie to you,
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lie to me Girl, you got a family, family, yeah

Context & Background

The song “Chicago” by Michael Jackson captures themes of love, loneliness, and emotional turmoil. The dialogue within the lyrics reveals the internal conflict of the speaker, who encounters a woman claiming to be alone. This interaction leads to a deeper exploration of trust, love, and the complexities of relationships. By engaging with this song, learners can immerse themselves in conversational English that conveys genuine emotion and everyday scenarios. The narrative unfolds in a relatable setting, making it an excellent resource for improving language skills through emotional expression and storytelling.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

  • “I met her on the way to Chicago” – A simple introduction phrase useful when recounting experiences.
  • “She said she was all alone” – Expresses feelings of loneliness and can be adapted for personal conversations.
  • “Don't you wanna love me?” – A question that opens dialogue about feelings, ideal for personal discussions.
  • “She lied to you, lied to me” – Useful for discussing trust and honesty in relationships.
  • “Why are you all now?” – A casual inquiry that can be used in various social situations.

Step-by-step Shadowing Guide

To effectively utilize the shadowing technique with this song, follow these steps:

  1. Listen carefully: Start by listening to the song without looking at the lyrics. Pay attention to the rhythm, tone, and emotion behind the words.
  2. Read the lyrics: Once familiar with the melody, read through the lyrics while listening to the song. Focus on understanding the meanings and context of the phrases.
  3. Practice shadow speech: Replay the song and try to sing along with the lyrics. This is where shadowspeak comes into play – mimic the pronunciation and intonation of Michael Jackson.
  4. Record your voice: Use a recording device to capture your rendition. Listening back will help identify areas for improvement in pronunciation and rhythm.
  5. Engage in reflective practice: Note which phrases were challenging and practice them separately. Repeat the shadowing technique multiple times until you feel comfortable with the dialogue.

This method not only enhances your speaking skills but also helps you learn English with YouTube content that is engaging and emotionally resonant. The combination of music and dialogue makes shadowing an enjoyable practice.

Qu'est-ce que la technique du Shadowing ?

Le Shadowing est une technique d'apprentissage des langues fondée sur la science, développée à l'origine pour la formation des interprètes professionnels. Le principe est simple mais puissant : vous écoutez de l'anglais natif et le répétez immédiatement à voix haute — comme une ombre suivant le locuteur avec un décalage de 1 à 2 secondes. Les recherches montrent une amélioration significative de la précision de la prononciation, de l'intonation, du rythme, des liaisons, de la compréhension orale et de la fluidité.