Shadowing Practice: Gracie Abrams - That’s So True (Official Lyric Video) - Learn English Speaking with Video

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I could go and read your mind Think about your dumb face all the time Living in your glass house,
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I'm outside Looking in a big blue eyes Did it just to hurt me and make me cry?
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Smiling through it all, yeah,
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that's my life You're an idiot Now I'm short Now I'm positive I should go and warn her Ooh,
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but you think it's just She is so cool Kicking back on your couch, making eyes from across the room Wait,
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I think I've been there too What you do to get you off?
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Taking down her hair like, oh my God Taking off your shirt, I did that once Or twice, oh No, I know, I know, fuck off But I think I like her,
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she's so fun Wait, I think I hate her, I'm not that evolved I'm sorry she's missing it Sad,
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sad boy, not my business But I had to warn ya Ooh,
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that you think she is so cool Kicking back on your couch, making eyes from the coolest Ooh,
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Wait, I think I've been there too Ooh,
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you got me thinking she is so cool But I know what I know and you're just enough Dude,
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ooh, that's so true Made it out alive, but I think I lost it Said that I was fine,
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said it from my coffin Remember how I died when you started walking That's my life, that's my life I'll put up a fight, taking out my earrings Don't you know the vibe,
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don't you know the feeling It's just been the night, catch me on your ceiling That's your price, that's your price Well, mm-hmm,
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baby, thinking she's so cool Kicking back on your couch, making ice from across the room Wait,
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I think I've been there too Ooh,
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you got me thinking she is so cool But I know what I know when you're just about to do Ooh,
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that's so true Thank you.

About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will practice your English speaking skills using the song "That's So True" by Gracie Abrams. Through the lyrics, you will be exposed to conversational phrases and expressions that reflect contemporary speech. This exercise will help you develop your ability to understand and imitate natural spoken English. By focusing on the nuances of the lyrics, you can enhance your pronunciation and fluency. Engaging in shadow speak will allow you to embody the rhythm and emotion of the song, leading to improved English pronunciation.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Glass house - A metaphor indicating vulnerability or transparency.
  • Kicking back - To relax or take it easy.
  • Making eyes - To flirt or express interest through eye contact.
  • I think I've been there too - Relating personally to a situation.
  • Catch me on your ceiling - A creative way to express being involved or in someone's thoughts.
  • Don't you know the vibe - Referring to understanding the mood or feeling of a situation.
  • Putting up a fight - To resist or struggle against something.
  • Sad boy - A term often used to describe someone in a melancholic or introspective state.

Practice Tips

To maximize your practice with this song, consider the following tips for shadowing and effective English speaking practice:

  • Start by listening to the song a few times without focusing on the lyrics. Get a good sense of the tempo and emotion.
  • Read along with the lyrics as you listen, paying attention to rhythm and pronunciation. Break down complex sentences into smaller phrases that you can repeat.
  • Try shadow speech by speaking along with the recording in real-time. This will help you improve your timing and intonation.
  • Don't worry if you can't keep up initially; practice at your own pace until you feel comfortable. Gradually increase your speed as you gain confidence.
  • Record yourself while shadow speaking to track progress and identify areas for improvement in your pronunciation.
  • Focus on expressing the emotions conveyed in the song, as this will help you in learning English with YouTube resources—improving not just your pronunciation, but also your expressive skills.

By engaging with the song “That’s So True,” you will certainly enhance your English skills while enjoying contemporary music. Keep practicing!"

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.