Shadowing Practice: Charlie Puth - We Don't Talk Anymore (Lyrics) feat. Selena Gomez - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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We don't talk anymore, we don't talk anymore,
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We don't talk anymore, we don't talk anymore,
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we don't talk anymore like we used to do We don't love anymore,
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what was all of it for?
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We don't talk anymore like we used to do I just heard you found the one you've been looking,
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you've been looking for I wish I would've known that wasn't me
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Cause even after all this time I still wonder Why I can't move on Just the way you did so easily
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Don't wanna know What kind of dress you're wearing tonight
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If he's holding on to you so tight The way I did before
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I overdone Should've known your love was a game Now I can't get you out of my brain Oh,
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it's such a shame We don't talk anymore,
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we don't talk anymore, we don't talk anymore like we used to do We don't laugh anymore,
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what was all of it for?
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We don't talk anymore like we used to do
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I just hope you're lying next to somebody who knows how to love you like me
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There must be a good reason that you're gone
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Every now and then I think you might want me to come show up at your door
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But I'm just too afraid that I'll be wrong
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Don't wanna know If you're looking into her eyes
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If she's holding on to you so tight The way I did before
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I overdosed Should've known your love was a game Now I can't get you out of my brain Ooh,
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it's such a shame
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But we don't talk anymore We don't talk anymore We don't
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talk anymore Like we used to do We don't laugh anymore What was all of it for?
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Ooh, we don't talk anymore Like we used to do
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Like we used to do
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Don't wanna know Can I dress you wearing tonight?
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If he's giving it to you just right The way I did before
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I overdo Should've known your love was a game Now I can't get you out of my brain Oh,
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it's such a shame
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That we don't talk anymore We don't talk anymore We don't
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talk anymore Like we used to do We don't laugh anymore What was all of it for?
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Oh, we don't talk anymore More like we used to do
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We don't talk anymore I got you super tonight I'm
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so happy to be
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so tired The way I did before We don't talk anymore
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I wish you had your words again I can't get you out of my brain Oh,
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it's such a shame We don't talk anymore

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will practice your English listening and speaking skills using the song "We Don't Talk Anymore" by Charlie Puth featuring Selena Gomez. The song's themes of lost communication and lingering feelings will help you build vocabulary and fluency. By shadowing the lyrics, you will learn to improve your English pronunciation and gain confidence in your speaking abilities. This engaging practice is designed to enhance your understanding of contemporary English while allowing you to express emotions and nuances present in the lyrics.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • We don't talk anymore - A phrase indicating a loss of communication.
  • Found the one - Refers to finding a significant other.
  • Wish I would've known - A way to express regret about not being informed.
  • Move on - Means to emotionally recover or progress after a relationship.
  • Holding on tight - Refers to being in a close and secure relationship.
  • Love was a game - Implies that a romantic relationship was played with or taken lightly.
  • Get you out of my brain - Describes the difficulty of forgetting someone.
  • Such a shame - An expression indicating disappointment.

Practice Tips

To effectively practice your English speaking skills with this song, use a shadowing technique called shadowspeak. Here’s how to do it:

  • Listen and Repeat: Play a short section of the song and then pause. Try to repeat the lines immediately after you hear them. Focus on mimicking the melody and intonation.
  • Slow it Down: Use a shadowing app to slow down the audio if necessary. This will help you catch every word and phrase clearly, allowing you to improve your English pronunciation.
  • Emphasize Emotions: Pay attention to the feelings expressed in the lyrics. Practice saying the words with the same emotion and tone as the singers to enhance your expressiveness.
  • Practice Regularly: Consistent practice will yield better results. Try to shadow the song daily until you feel comfortable with the lyrics and their pronunciation.
  • Use the Lyrics: Write down the lyrics as you listen. This reinforces your listening skills and helps with memorization, making it easier to paraphrase or discuss the song later.

By integrating these techniques into your learning routine, you can effectively learn English with YouTube. This approach allows you to enjoy music while significantly enhancing your language skills. Dive in, and let the music guide your practice!

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.

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