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Describe a singer that you like.: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • Who is this person?
  • What kind of songs does this person sing?
  • Why do you like the singer?
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Cue 1:Who is this person?

  • Start by introducing the singer with their name and a brief background.
  • Mention any notable achievements or characteristics that make them stand out.

Example

The singer I admire the most is Arijit Singh. He is a renowned playback singer in India, known for his soulful voice and emotional performances. He gained fame after participating in a reality show and has since won numerous awards for his contributions to music.


Cue 2:What kind of songs does this person sing?

  • Describe the genres of music the singer is associated with.
  • Give examples of popular songs that showcase their style.

Example

Arijit primarily sings romantic ballads and pop songs. Some of his most famous tracks include 'Tum Hi Ho' from the movie Aashiqui 2 and 'Channa Mereya' from Ae Dil Hai Mushkil. His ability to convey deep emotions through his songs is what makes his music so relatable.


Cue 3:Why do you like the singer?

  • Share personal feelings about the singer's music and its impact on you.
  • Mention any specific qualities of the singer that you admire.

Example

I like Arijit Singh because his music resonates with my emotions. Whenever I feel sad or nostalgic, listening to his songs helps me feel better. I also admire his humility and dedication to his craft, which is evident in every performance.


Conclusion

  • Summarize your thoughts about the singer and their music.
  • Express any hopes for their future work or your continued support.

Example

In conclusion, Arijit Singh is not just a talented singer but also an inspiration for many. I look forward to his future albums and hope he continues to touch hearts with his beautiful music.


Following this structure will ensure you cover all the essential points while providing a clear and engaging response to the cue card topic.


Tips to answer this Cue Card

1: Lack of Specificity

Being vague about the singer can make your answer less engaging. Avoid general statements that do not provide clear information about who the singer is or their music style.

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Tip

Use specific examples, such as mentioning a popular song or album, to illustrate your points and make your answer more vivid.


2: Ignoring the Cues

Failing to address all the cues can lead to an incomplete answer. Make sure to cover who the singer is, their music genre, and why you like them.

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Structure your response by clearly answering each cue in order, ensuring you provide a comprehensive overview of the singer.


Overly Simple Language

Using very basic language can make your response sound uninteresting. Avoid overly simple vocabulary that does not showcase your language skills.

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Incorporate a variety of vocabulary and sentence structures to express your thoughts more clearly and engagingly.


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All Answers

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Band 6-7

this topic actually reminds me of one of the famous singer called as KK and this singer has recently passed away but his music lives in everyone's heart which is I believe yes it does because every day we listen to his music and it is very heart-touching so KK he had given a lot of genres of music like say for example like romance kind of romantic songs sad songs hilarious songs as well but he is all in he's all-around person and we love to enjoy his music every single day his music is completely different his style is intrigue the way he portrayed the music the the lyrics is an incommendable KK has one of the song which I like is from the movie Jannat wherein the songs are very very captivating they actually the lyrics are like you can relate it on to your daily life and you can listen to them at any given point of time wherein you're sad even in down in your deep or down in your most doomed day as well you can just listen to his music and everything comes back into peace so his music actually is a lifesaver for many people and they do enjoy it a very lot so KK even though you're not any longer with us your music will be always remaining in our hearts forever thank you KK you are the best the KK's music is very much wonderful

Band 6-7

My favorite singer is Chitraman. She sings for a lot of languages. Since 2006, I used to listen to her songs because her singing is very melodious. She mostly sings for the Telugu, Tamil, Malayali, Hindi and Kannada too. When I am sleeping, I love to sing with her by listening to her songs. She can sing very slow songs and also very too fast songs. If the song is very tough, she can able to listen to any type of songs. That is why I love to listen to her songs. Chitraman is very loyal and a very good person. She used to sing mostly for the Telugu songs. Her singing is like so we can get into the heaven if we listen to her songs.

Band 6-7

I think singing song is very difficult for everyone. Someone can sing most beautifully and someone cannot. My favorite singer is Shreya Ghoshal. I listened to her singing since I was a child. I like most of her songs. She is a singer of melodic songs. She also sings rap songs. She mostly sings melodic songs. I like her melodic songs. She is a Hindi person. Her native language is Hindi. She also sings in Tamil, Malayalam, Bengali and other Indian languages. She is not a Malayali. She sings very fluently. Her pronunciations are very nice. That's why I like her.

Band 6-7

I would like to share about my favorite singer. His name is K.J. Esadass. He is having another nickname Melody King because he sang more than 10,000 melody songs in many languages like Tamil, Malayalam, Telugu. I like his voice because it's mesmerizing to me. Thank you.

Band 6-7

Arjit Singh actually created a concert in my city Calcutta and my dad got me two tickets from me and my best friend for that concert and I think that birthday of mine was the best birthday because I got to witness and listen to my favorite artist of all time and the show was such an amazing place to be and that is like a one time experience, lifetime experience for me because the vibe, the crowd and everything was top notch and I would surely recommend everyone to like go to Arjit Singh's concert at least once and I would say that person even if that singer is such a big shot person even though he is very down to earth and he is very polite when he is talking to his fans which is also a great plus point when it comes to a big shot singer like him.

Band 6-7

There are plenty of singers in India as well as in different countries who can sing really well and their voices are also pleasing to everyone's ears. Then I would like to describe my favorite singer as Shreya Ghoshal. She is an Indian singer and she has sung a lot of songs in Bollywood industry. I like her because her voice is very melodious and she has a perfect upper hand on all the notes and tunes and additionally she has also started singing now in variety of languages which also shows her capability as well as the range to the extent of what she can reach to. It has been really wonderful, we can spend really wonderful time while listening to her songs. Moreover, she sings not only soft romantic genres but she has also sung certain party songs and I really like listening to all of those as her voice is simply soothing and calming and even when we listen to her without the auto-tune, her voice has a great impact and anything that she sings is simply just beautiful for all her listeners and all of her fans would certainly agree with me about her voice, about the genres that she sings in. Also, she is not only a great singer but also she is a very helpful person who does a lot of charity towards the poor people. Furthermore, she also helps some children who want to sing but do not have all the resources available. She helps them to pursue a career in singing and this is also what a person should possess when they become celebrities in their life. So I like Shreya Ghoshal as a singer as well as a poet.

Band 6-7

My favorite singer is Shreya Ghoshal. She is an Indian. She sings songs in Hindi. Although she is a very simple and sophisticated person, she is able to sing songs in multiple ways. I mean different types of songs she is able to sing. She is quite versatile in singing. She sings sad songs. She is capable of singing the rock songs and also soft songs, romantic songs. The thing which I like about her the most is her humble nature and soft and melodious voice. I like this singer a lot.

Band 6-7

My favorite singer is called Eminem. He has done various kinds of musics and his voice brings love to all people. He has done many songs that are like Without Me and Mockingbird and The Real Slim Shady. These songs have brought love and peace for everyone and they bring enjoyment and you can you can't stop listening to them. You just need to listen to them to relax and have fun. I really like him because he gives life in his songs. He gives you listens in his songs and he likes to hype you up. The songs hype us and it just gives you new listens that you haven't learned before. So that's why I really adore his songs and I think without his songs I wouldn't have really been in this piece forever.

Band 6-7

My favorite musician is Bruno Mars. I like him because he has an excellent vocal range. He has created music in various genres such as R&B, soul, pop, and rock. My favorite song of his is Die With Smile, which is in collaboration with Lady Gaga. He can convey emotions through his songs very well. I also like BDS, which is a South Korean band. My favorite singer from BDS is Jungkook. He also has great stability while singing. He puts his feelings in the songs and sometimes his songs make me cry. Also, the overall music of their band is great. They have written many beautiful songs and they have performed it on a huge stage.

Band 6-7

The singer I like is Jungkook. His full name is Jeon Jungkook. He is from South Korea. He is a K-pop idol. He belongs to BTS band. I literally love him. He sings all types of songs like motivational, enjoyable, valuable and he sings pop songs, classic songs, solo songs, group songs, what not. He is a versatile actor. He is a singer. He is a composer. He is a dancer. I love him a lot. The song he sung was the bulletproof the eternal which was my favorite. Most of the South Koreans treat him as an idol. Not only he is an idol for Korea but also for the world. The BTS is number one boy band and Jungkook is the main vocal in it. The song, he is very handsome. He has a masculine character. He is very humble and gentle. He notices every single detail of his fans. He respects his fans and treats his fans in a very nice manner. I love to meet him and I just want to attend his fansign meeting at least once in a lifetime. I love him and I admire him because his genuine and humble nature. Although he is the best singer and he was also into the Grammy awards. He was nominated on behalf of the BTS.
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