Shadowing Practice: flowers - Miley Cyrus (Lyrics) Ed Sheeran, Ellie Goulding ,Ruth B - Learn English Speaking with Video
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We were good, we were gold Kind of dream that can't be sold
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We were right, till we weren't Built a home and watched it burn I didn't wanna leave you,
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I didn't wanna lie Started to cry but then remembered I I can buy myself flowers,
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write my name in the sand Talk to myself for hours,
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say things you don't understand I can take myself dancing,
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and I can hold my head Yeah,
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I can love me better than you can You love me better, oh, you love me better,
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baby You love me better, oh, you love me better,
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baby Paint my nails, cherry red Match the roses that you lay No remorse,
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no regret I forgive every word you say Ooh,
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I didn't wanna leave, babe I didn't wanna fight Started to cry but then remembered I I can buy myself flowers
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Write my name in the sand Talk to myself for hours Say things you don't understand I can take myself dancing
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I can hold my hand Yeah,
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I can love me better than you can I can love you better, I can love me better,
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baby I can love me better, baby I can love me better, I can love me better,
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baby I can love you better, I I didn't wanna leave you,
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I didn't wanna fight Started to cry but then remembered I I can buy myself flowers,
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buy my name in the sand Talk to myself for hours,
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say things you don't understand I can take myself dancing,
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yeah I can hold my hand, yeah I can love me better than Yeah,
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I can love me better than you can I can love me better,
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baby I
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found the love for me Darling,
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just dive right in Follow my lead I found a girl Beautiful and sweet
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I never knew you were There's someone waiting for me
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Cause we were just kids
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when we fell in love Not knowing what it was I will not give you up this time
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Darling, just kiss me slow Your heart is all I own And in your eyes,
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you're holding mine Baby, I'm dancing in the dark With you between my arms
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Barefoot on the grass Listening to our favorite song
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When you said you looked a mess I whispered underneath my breath But you heard it,
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darling, you look perfect tonight Well,
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I found a woman Stronger than anyone I know She shares my dreams,
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I hope that someday I'll share her home I found the love To carry more than just my secrets To carry love,
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to carry children of our own
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We are still kids but we're so in love Fighting against all odds I know we'll be alright
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It's time, darling, just hold my hand Be my girl,
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I'll be your man I see my future in your eyes Baby,
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I'm dancing in the dark With you between my arms Barefoot on the grass
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Listening to our favorite song When I saw you in that dress Looking so beautiful I don't deserve this Darling,
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you were perfect tonight Baby,
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I'm dancing in the dark With you between my arms Barefoot on the cross
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Listening to our favorite song,
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I have faith in what I see Now I know I have met an angel in person
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And she looks perfect I don't deserve this You look perfect tonight
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I'm sorry.
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You're the light, you're the night, you're the color of my blood You're the cure,
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you're the pain, you're the only thing I want to touch Never knew that it could mean so much,
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so much You're the fear,
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I don't care, cause I've never been so high Follow me through the dark,
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let me take you past a satellite You can see the world you've brought to life,
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to life So love me like you do,
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la-la-love me like you do Love me like you do,
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la-la-love me like you do Touch me like you do,
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ta-ta-touch me like you do What are you waiting for?
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Fading in, fading out, on the edge of paradise Every inch of your skin is a holy bread I've gotta find
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Only you can set my heart on fire,
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on fire I'll let you set the pace,
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cause I'm not thinking straight My hair spinning around,
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I can't see clear no more What are you waiting for?
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Love me like you do, love me like you do Like you do, love me like you do,
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love me like you do Touch me like you do,
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don't touch me like you do What are you waiting for?
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Love me like you do
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What are you waiting for?
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I'll let you set the pace Cause I'm not thinking straight
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My head's spinning around I can't see clear no more What are you waiting for?
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Love me like you do Touch me like you do
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What are you waiting for?
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Love me like you do Touch me like you do
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What are you waiting for?
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I'm sorry.
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Maybe it's
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the way you say my name Maybe it's the way you play your game But it's so good,
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I've never known anybody like you But it's so good,
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I've never dreamed of nobody like you And I've heard of a love that comes once in a lifetime
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And I'm pretty sure that you are that love of mine
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Cause I'm in a field of dandelions Wishing on everyone that you would be mine Mine
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And I see forever in your eyes I feel okay when I see you smile Smile
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Wishing on dandelions all of the time
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Praying to God that one day you'll be mine Wishing on dandelions all of the time All of the time
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I think that you are the one for me Cause it gets so hard to breathe When you're looking at me,
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I've never felt so alive and free When you're looking at me, I've never felt so happy
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And I've heard of a love that comes once in a lifetime
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And I'm pretty sure that you are that love of mine
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Cause I'm in a field of dandelions Wishing on everyone that you would be mine Mine
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And I see forever in your eyes I feel okay when I see you smile Smile
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Pushing on dandelions all of the time Praying to God
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that one day you'll be mine Pushing on dandelions all of the time All of the time
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Dandelion into the wind you go
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Won't you let my darling know Dandelion into the wind you go Won't you let my darling know that
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I'm in a field of dandelions Wishing on everyone that you'd be mine Oh,
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I'm in a field of dandelions Wishing on everyone that you'd be mine Oh, I'm in a mess I see forever in your eyes I feel okay when I see you smile,
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smile
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Wishing on dandelions all of the time Praying to God
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that one day I'll be mine Wishing on dandelions all of the time,
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all of the time I'm in a field of dandelions Wishing on everyone that you'd be mine
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Mine
Context & Background
The lyrics from the song "Flowers" by Miley Cyrus portray a powerful narrative of self-love and independence. The speaker reflects on a past relationship, expressing feelings of empowerment and personal growth. The lines illustrate the journey of rediscovering oneself post-breakup, with an emphasis on the importance of self-acceptance and understanding one's worth. This theme resonates with many, making it a popular choice for those wanting to connect emotionally through music while simultaneously improving their English language skills.
Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication
- I can buy myself flowers: A statement about self-sufficiency and self-care.
- Talk to myself for hours: This phrase emphasizes introspection and self-conversation.
- I can love me better than you can: A powerful assertion of self-love and belief in one's value.
- When you said you looked a mess: This showcases a gentle approach to complimenting someone.
- Darling, you look perfect tonight: An affectionate way to express admiration and love.
Step-by-step Shadowing Guide
If your goal is to improve your English pronunciation and speaking skills using the lyrics from "Flowers," here's a structured approach employing the shadowing technique:
- Listen Actively: Start by listening to the song without looking at the lyrics. Focus on the melody and tone to understand the emotional context.
- Read and Understand: Look at the lyrics and break them down. Pay attention to new vocabulary or phrases you may not understand. Look up their meanings.
- Shadow the Speaker: Play the song again, but this time, pause after each line. Try to repeat what you hear in the same intonation and rhythm. This shadowspeaking practice will help improve your fluency.
- Record Yourself: Use a recording device to capture your shadowing attempts. Play it back to compare your pronunciation and intonation with the original.
- Practice Regularly: Make this a part of your daily English speaking practice. Repeated exposure will help solidify your understanding and improve your accent.
Utilizing the shadowing technique through music can significantly enhance your listening skills while making English language learning enjoyable. Embrace the rhythm and emotion of the lyrics, and watch your English speaking capabilities flourish! Engage with this shadowing site regularly to see the impact on your pronunciation and fluency.
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.