Shadowing Practice: Baby & Toddler Affirmation Song - I’m Proud You’re Mine by Ms. Alyssa & Baby Bandstand - Kids Music - Learn English Speaking with Video

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I'm your mom and I wrote this song for you About some things that I know are true
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And when you get older, I hope you do Listen back and believe them too You are brave,
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you are smart, you are strong and kind Wherever you go,
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you know you'll always find That I'm right there at the finish line Cheering you right on because I'm proud you're mine
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The days turn into fly-by years I promise smiles will always come back after tears
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And when you no longer fit inside this embrace I promise in this home you'll always have a place
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Someday you may be rocking someone little too When you look at them this will come back to you And you'll sing...
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I'm your mom so I'll sing this song for you
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About some things that I know are true And when you get older,
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I hope you do Listen back and believe them too You are brave,
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you are smart, you are strong and kind Wherever you go, you know you'll always find That I'm right there at the finish line
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I'm hearing you right on because I'm proud you're mine.
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Love you.

About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will practice speaking skills through the song "I'm Proud You're Mine" by Ms. Alyssa & Baby Bandstand. This delightful affirmation song helps reinforce positive messages while enhancing your English pronunciation and intonation. As you engage with the lyrics, you'll discover how to express emotions, build confidence, and use supportive language. By shadowing the song, you’ll improve your fluency and increase your comfort with English, making it an enjoyable and effective learning experience.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Brave - Showing courage in the face of fear.
  • Smart - Intelligent or clever; able to think quickly and effectively.
  • Strong - Physically powerful or emotionally resilient.
  • Kind - Being friendly, generous, and considerate.
  • Finish line - The end point of a race; symbolizes achievement and support.
  • Embrace - To hug or hold someone closely; signifies love and acceptance.
  • Rocking someone little - Taking care of a young child, creating a nurturing environment.
  • Cheering you on - Providing support and encouragement.

Practice Tips

To maximize your shadow speech practice, focus on the following tips as you engage with the song:

  • Start Slow: Play the song at a slower speed if necessary. This allows you to pick up on each word and phrase without feeling overwhelmed, facilitating the shadowspeaks method.
  • Repetition is Key: Listen to small sections of the song repeatedly. After each playback, try repeating what you've heard to get accustomed to the rhythm and tone.
  • Focus on Emotion: Pay attention to the emotions conveyed through the lyrics. Shadowing the emotion in your voice can greatly enhance your pronunciation and deliver a powerful message.
  • Practice with a Partner: If possible, listen and shadow with a friend or fellow learner. This will add a social element to your practice and allow for feedback on your intonation and delivery.
  • Record Yourself: Use a recording device to capture your performance. Listening back will help you identify areas for improvement in your shadowing technique.

Incorporate these tips into your practice to fully embrace the shadowing technique and improve your English speaking skills effectively!

What is the Shadowing Technique?

Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.