Shadowing Practice: Ed Sheeran - Shape Of You (Lyrics) - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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The club isn't the best place to find a lover so the bar is where I go
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The club isn't the best place to find a lover so the bar is where I go
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Me and my friends sat at the table doing shots,
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drinking fast and then we talk slow
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Come over and start up a conversation with just me
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and trust me I'll give it a chance Now I'll take my hand,
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stop it, band the man on the jukebox and then we start to dance And now I'm singing like,
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girl, you know I want your love Your love was handmade for somebody like me I'm coming now,
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follow my lead I may be crazy,
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don't mind me Say, boy,
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let's not talk too much Grab on my waist and put that body on me I'm coming now,
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follow my lead I'm coming now,
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follow my lead I'm in love with the shape of you We push and pull like a magnet do
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Although my heart is falling too
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I'm in love with your body Last night you were in my room
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Now my bedsheets smell like you Everyday discovering something brand new
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I'm in love with your body I'm in love
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with your body I'm in love with your body I'm in love with your body Every day discovering something brand new
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I'm in love with the shape of you When we came,
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we let the story begin We're going out on our first date You and me are thrifty,
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so go all you can eat Fill up your bag and I fill up the plate
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We talk for hours and hours about the sweet and the sour And how your family's doing okay
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And even getting a taxi,
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kissing the backseat Tell the driver,
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make the radio play And I'm singing like Girl,
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you know I want your love Your love was handmade for somebody like me Come on now,
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follow my lead I may be crazy,
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don't mind me Say, boy,
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let's not talk too much Grab all my waist and put that body on me Come on now,
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follow my lead Come, come on now,
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follow my lead I'm in love with the shape of you
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We push and pull like a magnet do Although my heart is falling too I'm in love with your body
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Last night you were in my room Now my bedsheets smell like you Every day discovering something brand new
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I'm in love with your body I'm in love
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with your body I'm in love with your body I'm in love with your body Every day discovering something brand new
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I'm in love with the shape of you Come on be my baby,
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come on
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I'm in love with the shape of you
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We push and pull like a magnet do But what my heart is falling to I'm in love with your body
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Last night you were in my room Now my bedsheets smell
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like you Every day discovering something brand new I'm in love with your body Come on,
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be my baby Come on,
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come on, be my baby I'm in love with your body Come on,
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be my baby I'm in love with your body Come on,
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be my baby Come on baby I'm in love with your body Everyday discovery,
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something brand new I'm in love with the shape of you

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, we will explore the engaging lyrics of Ed Sheeran's popular song, "Shape of You." This content serves as a practical exercise for learners who want to enhance their English speaking skills. By focusing on the rhythm and melodies of the song, you will not only improve your pronunciation and fluency but also develop a better understanding of conversational English. Through the shadowing technique, you can directly mimic Sheeran's delivery, which helps in internalizing the sounds and tones of native speakers. By the end of this lesson, you will be more comfortable with everyday expressions and idiomatic phrases.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Club - a place where people go to socialize, dance, and enjoy music.
  • Shots - small servings of strong alcoholic drinks, typically taken quickly.
  • Conversation - an exchange of thoughts or feelings; talking with someone.
  • Dance - to move rhythmically to music, typically following a set sequence of steps.
  • Body - in this context, it refers to physical attraction.
  • Discovery - the act of finding out something new; this can refer to learning more about a person.
  • Taxi - a car that carries passengers for a fare.
  • Radio - a device that receives broadcast signals for music and news.

Practice Tips

To effectively use the shadowing technique with this song, consider the following tips:

  • Start by listening to the song a few times to familiarize yourself with its melody and rhythm.
  • Break down the lyrics into smaller chunks. Focus on one verse or chorus at a time.
  • Repeat each segment aloud, trying to match Ed Sheeran's intonation, pace, and emotion. This technique, also known as shadow speech or shadowspeak, encourages natural speaking patterns.
  • Record yourself while shadowing the song. Compare your pronunciation with the original to identify areas for improvement.
  • Pay attention to the informal phrases and pronunciations to enhance your conversational skills. This will assist you in learning English with YouTube through more dynamic learning.
  • Practice regularly. The more you use the shadowing technique, the faster you will become comfortable with different English sounds and structures.

By integrating these strategies, you'll enhance your ability to engage in conversation and enjoy the nuances of the English language, making learning a rewarding and entertaining experience.

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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