Shadowing Practice: Money Money Money - ABBA (Lyrics) 🎵 - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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I work all night, I work all day to pay the bills I have to pay Ain't it sad?
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I work all night, I work all day to pay the bills I have to pay Ain't it sad?
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And still there never seems to be a single penny left for me That's too bad
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In my dreams I have a plan
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If I got me a wealthy man I wouldn't have work at all I'd fool around and have a ball Money,
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money, money Must be funny In the rich man's world Money,
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money, money Always sunny In the rich man's world All the things I could do
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If I had a little money It's a rich man's world It's a rich man's world
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A man like that is hard to find But I can't get him off my mind Ain't he sad?
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And if he happens to be free I bet he wouldn't fancy me That's too bad So I must leave,
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I'll have to go To Las Vegas or Monaco And win a fortune in a game,
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my life will never be the same Money,
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money, money Must be funny In the rich man's world Money,
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money, money Always sunny In the rich man's world
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All the things I could do If I had a little money It's a rich man's world
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Money, money, money Must be funding In the rich man's world Monday,
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money, money Always Sunday In the rich man's world
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Aha All the things I can do If I had a little money,
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it's a rich man's world.
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It's a rich man's world.

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will practice your English speaking skills using the song "Money Money Money" by ABBA. This engaging video provides an opportunity to delve into the themes of wealth and aspiration through catchy lyrics. By listening and shadowing the song, you will enhance your pronunciation, intonation, and rhythm in English. You'll also focus on understanding context and expressing ideas related to financial dreams and desires, which are relevant in daily conversations.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Work all night, work all day: Refers to a relentless work schedule.
  • A penny left: Indicates the struggle to save money.
  • Wealthy man: Refers to a rich individual, often associated with luxury and comfort.
  • Fool around: To engage in playful or carefree activities.
  • Must be funny: A light-hearted expression on wealth.
  • Rich man's world: A phrase that highlights the advantages and privileges of wealth.
  • Fortune in a game: Refers to winning money through chance or gambling.
  • Always sunny: Suggests a positive or optimistic outlook related to wealth.

Practice Tips

To maximize your learning experience while practicing with this song, consider using the shadowing technique. Begin by listening to a portion of the song, paying close attention to the pronunciation and rhythm. Then, repeat the lyrics out loud immediately after hearing them—this will help you develop a natural flow in your speech. Since the tempo of the song is moderate, it's easier to keep pace as you practice. Remember that the key is to mimic not only the words but also the tone and emotion behind them.

To further enhance your skills, take notes of any expressions or vocabulary that stand out to you, particularly in phrases that reflect everyday conversations about finances and aspirations. This practice can be especially beneficial for IELTS speaking practice, as it gives you context for using these phrases in real-life discussions. Look out for opportunities to incorporate these expressions into your daily speaking and writing, solidifying your understanding and making learning English more enjoyable as you engage with learn English with YouTube content.

Establish a dedicated time for your shadow practice, focusing on the lyrics, and watch your confidence in speaking English grow!

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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