Music Lesson: “7 Years” by Lukas Graham

Music Lesson: “7 Years” by Lukas Graham 🎵

Hello! Today’s English lesson will be based on the thoughtful song “7 Years” by Lukas Graham. This song talks about growing up and life experiences. It’s a great way to learn new words and phrases. Let’s explore the lyrics and see what we can learn! 🎶

Let’s look at 5 interesting phrases from the song:

  1. To smoke herb [tu sməʊk hɜːb] Meaning in Polish: Palić zioło (marihuanę) In the song: “By 11, smoking herb and drinking burning liquor” Note: This phrase refers to using marijuana. Remember, it’s illegal in many places!
  2. To drink liquor [tu drɪŋk ˈlɪkə] Meaning in Polish: Pić mocny alkohol In the song: “By 11, smoking herb and drinking burning liquor” Example: Adults sometimes drink liquor at parties.
  3. To make steady figure [tu meɪk ˈstedi ˈfɪgə] Meaning in Polish: Zarabiać stałą kwotę pieniędzy In the song:“Never rich, so we were out to make that steady figure” Example: Many people want to make a steady figure to feel financially secure.
  4. To believe in failure [tu bɪˈliːv ɪn ˈfeɪljə] Meaning in Polish: Wierzyć w porażkę In the song: “I don’t believe in failure” Example: It’s important not to believe in failure and stay positive.
  5. To seek glory [tu siːk ˈglɔːri] Meaning in Polish: Szukać sławy/chwały In the song: “I’m still learning about life, my woman brought children for me, so I can sing them all my songs and I can tell them stories, most of my boys are with me, some are still out seeking glory” Example: Many young people move to big cities to seek glory in their careers.

Try to use these phrases in your own sentences. It will help you remember them better!

“7 Years” is a song about growing up and life’s important moments. These phrases can help you talk about different life experiences. Listen to the song again and try to hear these new words and phrases.

I hope you enjoyed this lesson! Keep listening to English songs – it’s a great way to learn. See you next time! 🎤🎉

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