Shadowing Practice: Olly Murs - That Girl (Lyrics) - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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There's a girl, but I let her get away It's all my fault,
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There's a girl, but I let her get away It's all my fault,
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cause pride got in the way And I'd be lying if I said I was okay About that girl,
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the one I let get away I keep saying no,
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this can't be the way it was supposed to be I keep saying no,
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there's gotta be a way to get you close to me
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Now I know you gotta speak up if you want somebody Can't let them get away,
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oh no You don't wanna end up sorry,
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the way that I'm feeling every day No,
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no, no, no, there's no home for the broken heart No,
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no, no, no, there's no home for the broken heart I let her get away It's my fault,
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cause I said I needed space And I've been torturing myself night and day About that girl,
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the one I let get away I keep saying no,
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this can't be the way it was supposed to be I
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keep saying no There's gotta be a way to get you
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There's gotta be a way to get you close to me You gotta speak up if you want somebody
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Can't let them get away,
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oh no You don't wanna end up sorry The way that I'm feeling every day No,
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no, no, no There's no home for the broken heart No,
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no, no, no There's no home for the broken No home for me
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No home cause I'm broken
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No room to breathe And I got no one to blame
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No home for me No home cause I'm broken About that girl
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The one I let get away
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So you better be proud If you want some of my love You can't let them get away Oh no,
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no You don't wanna end up silent The way
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that I'm feeling every day Don't you know There's no hope for the broken heart No,
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no, no, no
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There's no hope for the broken heart
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You don't wanna lose that love It's only gonna hurt too much I'm telling ya
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You don't wanna lose that love It's only gonna hurt too much You don't wanna lose
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that love Cause there's no hope for the broken heart That girl,
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the one I let get away

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will practice your English speaking skills by focusing on the song "That Girl" by Olly Murs. The transcript highlights themes of regret and emotional expression, providing a rich context for language acquisition. Through this exercise, you'll improve your English pronunciation, gain confidence in shadow speech, and learn to articulate feelings clearly. Using popular music as a learning tool is an engaging way to enhance your language abilities and connect with contemporary English culture.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Let someone get away: To fail to take advantage of an opportunity to be with someone.
  • Pride: A feeling of self-respect and confidence; often associated with reluctance to show vulnerability.
  • Speak up: To express your thoughts or feelings openly.
  • Broken heart: The emotional pain someone feels after a love lost or relationships that don't work out.
  • Need space: To want time alone or distance in a relationship.
  • Feel sorry: To experience regret or sadness about a situation or someone.
  • Hope: The expectation of a positive outcome in a situation.
  • Love: An intense feeling of deep affection, especially in romantic contexts.

Practice Tips

To effectively improve your English pronunciation through this lesson, try the following practices:

  • Shadow speaking: Play the video or audio of the song and listen carefully to how Olly Murs expresses each line. Pause after every few sentences to repeat exactly what you hear. Focus on mimicking his tone, rhythm, and emotion closely.
  • Sync with the pace: The song has a moderate tempo, making it ideal for shadow speech. If needed, slow down the playback speed to ensure you are not left behind in the phrases.
  • Record yourself: After shadow speaking a few times, record your own voice as you sing along or recite the lyrics. Listen to playback to identify areas for improvement in pronunciation or fluency.
  • Express emotions: Pay attention to the emotional undertones in the song. Practice speaking the lines with genuine feelings to build your expressive skills in English speaking practice.
  • Learn English with YouTube: Incorporate music and videos into your daily routine. Engaging with media helps reinforce your understanding while making the learning experience enjoyable.

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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