Pratique du Shadowing: Lana Del Rey - Summertime Sadness (Lyrics) - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec la vidéo

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Kiss me hard before you go Summertime,
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sadness I just wanted you to know The baby,
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the best I got my red dress on tonight Dancing in the dark in the pale moonlight
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Throw my hair up real big beauty queen style High heels off,
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I'm feeling alive Oh my God,
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I feel it in the air Telephone wires above All sizzling like a snare Honey,
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I'm, I'm fine I feel it everywhere Nothing scares me anymore Kiss me hard before you go
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Summertime sadness I just wanted you to know That they're getting in the best
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I got that summertime, summertime sadness Since the summertime,
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summertime sadness Since the summertime,
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summertime sadness Oh no I'm feeling electric tonight Cruising down the coast,
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going about 99 Got my bad baby by my heavenly side I know if I go,
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I'll die happy tonight Oh my god,
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I feel it in the air Tell us our lives above, are sizzling like a snail Honey,
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I'm, I'm fine, I feel it everywhere Nothing scares me anymore Kiss me all before you go
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Summertime sadness I just wanted you to know Baby,
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you're the best I got that summertime, summertime sadness I got that summertime,
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summertime sadness I got that summertime,
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summertime sadness Think I'll miss you forever Like the stars with the sun in the morning sky
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Late is better than nothing Even if you're gone,
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I'm gonna try Try I got that summertime,
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summertime sadness S-s-summertime, summertime sadness Got that summertime,
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summertime sadness So, oh-oh-oh-oh Kiss me all before you go Summertime sadness
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I just wanted you to know Baby,
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yes I got that summertime, summertime sadness Such a summertime,
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summertime sadness Got that summertime, summertime sadness Oh, oh
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you

About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will practice English listening and speaking skills through the analysis of Lana Del Rey's song "Summertime Sadness." The objective is to help you improve your English pronunciation and familiarity with emotional expression in language. By engaging with the song’s lyrics, you will enhance your ability to convey feelings while speaking, an essential skill for IELTS speaking practice and everyday conversations. This activity will also encourage you to shadow speak, mimicking the rhythm and intonation of the artist, helping you to internalize common phrases and vocabulary.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Summertime sadness - A phrase that captures feelings of melancholy during the summer.
  • Kiss me hard - An expression that indicates a deep or passionate longing.
  • - A metaphor for joy or freedom experienced in private or secret moments.
  • Electric tonight - Used to describe excitement or intense feelings.
  • Cruising down the coast - Implies a carefree attitude during a journey, often associated with summer vibes.
  • Heavenly side - Refers to a blissful or ideal companionship.
  • Try - A simple yet powerful word that inspires effort towards mastering emotion in speech.

Practice Tips

To effectively use this song as a learning tool, follow these practice tips:

  • Shadow Speech: Listen to the song and repeat each phrase immediately after hearing it. Pay close attention to the rhythm, intonation, and emotional delivery of the lyrics. This will enhance your English pronunciation and help you sound more natural.
  • Adjust the Speed: If the original version feels fast, find a slowed-down version of the song. This will allow you to grasp each word and phrase clearly before attempting to mimic it at full speed.
  • Break it Down: Focus on one stanza at a time. Practice intensive repetition of each line until you feel comfortable before moving on. This method will aid in retaining vocabulary and improving shadow speaking skills.
  • Record Yourself: Make audio recordings of your shadow speaking sessions. Listening back will help you identify areas for improvement in your pronunciation and delivery.
  • Emotional Connection: As you practice, think about the emotions conveyed in the song. This will improve your expressiveness in English, a vital element for succeeding in the IELTS speaking practice, where conveyance of emotion can impact your score.

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.