Shadowing Practice: Fairy Tail - "Masayume Chasing" (Opening) | ENGLISH Ver | AmaLee - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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Oh, oh, oh, yeah
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While chasing my dreams, I got lost it seems Within the forest deep in my heart A mirror like spring,
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reflecting clearly A smile like a broken star With every tear that fills my eyes
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To gold and silver they'll never compare These ordinary tears of mine
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I bet no God will hear my cries So I'll keep on chasing,
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chasing my dream and I'll score Like no one's ever done before And I'll keep chasing,
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chasing my dream till I'm sure It's burning through my soul,
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a flame shining brighter than gold Na-na-na-na-na,
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na-na-na-na, hey, hey, na-na-na-na-na-na And I will rise a hero,
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na-na-na-na-na, oh, na-na-na-na, hey, hey,
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na-na-na, oh, hey A flame shining brighter than gold,
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my life, yeah
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I close my eyes to dream and hear a voice faintly calling out to me again But I'm standing alone,
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much too far from home I gaze into that lonely sky I gotta leave and live my life
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No more bitter poison and strife A world of flowers growing high Yeah,
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that's the future that I'll find Starting now I'm changing,
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changing I swear that I'll start Like no one's ever done before The future that I'll find Starting now I'm changing,
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changing I swear that I'll soar Like no one's ever done before The future's changing,
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changing My wish and yours But soon we will be whole A light shining brighter than now Kanda will rise a hero
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I'm shining brighter than you Hey,
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I see when life is getting tough Look up,
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this you gotta remember When you wake up,
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picture makeup All these days so rough that you wanna fade out Stuck within a nightmare No way,
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baby
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Leave it all behind When you open your eyes The sunrise reflected in your eyes A burning and brilliant dawn
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But it's so bright The future I see I only hope it comes true So I'll keep on chasing,
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chasing my dream I'll start What no one's ever done before And I'll keep chasing,
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chasing my dream till I'm sure It's burning through my soul,
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a flame shining brighter than gold Na-na-na-na-na-na,
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na-na-na-na Na-na-na-na-na-na-na And I will rise a hero Na-na-na-na-na-na-na Na-na-na-na-na Hey,
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hey Na-na-na-na-na Swift shining brighter than gold So I'll keep on chasing,
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chasing my dream and I'll score Like no one's ever done before And I'll keep chasing,
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chasing my dream till I'm sure It's burning through my soul A flame shining brighter than a girl
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Why practice speaking with this video?

This rendition of "Masayume Chasing" offers an excellent opportunity for English speaking practice while immersing yourself in the vibrant world of Japanese anime. By engaging with the lyrics, you’ll not only enhance your pronunciation but also learn to express emotions and desires, which are central themes in the song. The narrative of chasing dreams speaks universally, making it relatable for many learners. Using the shadowing technique, you can mimic the singer's intonation and rhythm, which will help you develop a more natural speaking style.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

  • “I'll keep on chasing” - This phrase captures a sense of persistence. The use of "will" indicates future intention, which is essential when discussing aspirations.
  • “I gotta leave and live my life” - The informal contraction “gotta” introduces an element of colloquial speech. This expression is great for practicing everyday conversation.
  • “Like no one's ever done before” - This comparative structure can help you understand how to express uniqueness and desire for achievement.
  • “It's burning through my soul” - This metaphor emphasizes a strong emotional connection. Understanding and using metaphors in English can enhance your descriptive language skills, enriching conversations.

Common Pronunciation Traps

In this song, certain words and phrases may pose challenges to learners. Words like “chasing” and “dream” might blend together, particularly when sung quickly. Pay attention to the pronunciation of “future”, which is often pronounced with a softer 't' sound in conversational English. Additionally, the phrase “brighter than gold” contains diphthongs that can be tricky for non-native speakers. Practicing these phrases using a shadowing app can significantly aid in improving English pronunciation.

By focusing on these elements during your practice sessions, you can leverage this vibrant music video to enhance your speaking abilities while engaging with captivating content. So, grab your headphones and start learning English with YouTube today!

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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