SONG: “Man I Need”

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

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British singer/songwriter Olivia Dean brings a fresh sound to anglophone pop music, blending multiple genres with traditional instruments and organic vocals. Complemented by her relatable lyrics on life, it is no wonder she has broken international waters, becoming Grammy nominated only two years after her debut album.

WHAT TO LEARN

While listening to Olivia Dean’s hit song, “Man I Need,” there are a variety of English language elements that you can practice and learn, including:

  • informal language

  • imperative

  • present simple

  • phrasal verbs

  • idioms (lots!)

  • adverbs

  • contractions

  • reductions

  • subject ellipsis

  • unvoiced plosive

  • vocabulary related to:

    • love

    • romance

    • marriage

  • and more…!

Have you heard Olivia Dean’s other music? What song is your favourite and why? Do you have another favourite British artist? Tell me about it by practicing your English in the comments below.


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