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Describe a singer whose music or songs you like: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • Who the singer is
  • What kind of songs/music they sing
  • When/how you discovered them
  • And explain why you like their music
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Cue 1:Who the singer is

  • Introduce the singer by name and provide a brief background about them.
  • 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 has won numerous awards, including Filmfare Awards, and has a massive fan following across the country.


Cue 2:What kind of songs/music they sing

  • Describe the genre of music the singer is known for, such as pop, classical, or folk.
  • Mention specific songs or albums that highlight their style.

Example

Arijit primarily sings romantic ballads and soulful tracks. His songs often feature in Bollywood movies, and some of my favorites include 'Tum Hi Ho' from Aashiqui 2 and 'Raabta' from Agent Vinod. His ability to convey deep emotions through his music is truly remarkable.


Cue 3:When/how you discovered them

  • Share a personal story about when you first heard their music.
  • Explain the context or situation that led you to discover this singer.

Example

I first discovered Arijit Singh's music during my college days in 2013 when I watched the movie Aashiqui 2. The song 'Tum Hi Ho' was playing everywhere, and I was captivated by its melody and lyrics. It was a turning point for me, as I started exploring more of his songs after that.


Cue 4:And explain why you like their music

  • Discuss the emotional impact their music has on you.
  • Mention any specific qualities of their voice or lyrics that resonate with you.

Example

I love Arijit's music because it resonates with my emotions. His voice has a unique quality that can make you feel joy, sadness, and nostalgia all at once. The lyrics of his songs often tell beautiful stories of love and longing, which I find relatable and comforting.


Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, Arijit Singh is not just a talented singer but an artist who has touched the hearts of many through his music. His ability to connect with listeners on an emotional level is what makes him my favorite singer.


    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: Avoid Vague Descriptions

    Using vague language can make your answer less engaging and informative. It's important to provide specific details about the singer and their music to capture the listener's interest.

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    Tip

    Include specific examples of songs or lyrics that resonate with you to make your response more vivid and memorable.


    2: Don't Rush Your Answer

    Rushing through your answer can lead to unclear explanations and missed points. Take your time to think about each cue and provide a well-structured response.

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    Tip

    Practice speaking slowly and clearly, pausing between points to ensure you cover all aspects of the cue card.


    Neglecting Personal Connection

    Failing to explain why you like the singer's music can make your answer feel incomplete. Personal connections add depth and authenticity to your response.

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    Tip

    Share personal stories or experiences related to the singer's music to illustrate your connection and enhance your answer.


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    Everyone likes music and everyone listens it. Everyone has a favorite music player. I have Masoom Sharma as he is a very famous singer of Haryana and from the state of Haryana only. So I like his songs because he sings Haryanvi songs and take his culture to a national level. I found him on televisions and mobile phones. I listens regularly his songs because his songs depicts Haryana's culture and many more things. Thank you for watching.

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    My favorite singer whose music I admire is Jagjit Singh. He's a very old singer unfortunately is not with us anymore. He sings mostly guzzles and guzzles are my favorite types of songs. They're usually from poetry. They use poetry as their lyrics and very old poetry written by very old poets like Mirza Ghalib which is then arranged in a song and guzzles usually have very deep profound lyrics. I discovered Jagjit Singh ji I think I've been listening to him since childhood but I properly started understanding the lyrics and the depth of the music since I was a teenager. His songs have been featured in a lot of movies so that's how I was introduced to them but then I have also discovered more of his songs and he used to do a lot of live performances when he was alive so I've seen a lot of them on YouTube which are beautiful. I like them mainly because of the lyrics. I usually connect a lot with words of the song more than anything else and those lyrics are really heart-touching. They are real. They are the depict pain, they depict love, they depict so many human emotions.

    Band 6-7

    The singer who I like is probably Taylor Swift. She makes a lot of kinds of music like pop, hip-hop. I discovered them in 2020 while coronavirus, while I had a hectic schedule. So she was the savior of my life at that time. I like her music because it's so relaxing and it takes me away from the secret gardens when I hate my life here on the real world. I love her music. She is a very good artist. She has a good fashion sense, her tours, oh my god, so many good outfits. I love it. She has good hair and her voice, her vocals, better than any singer I have ever seen. She has such a melodious voice and any lyrics she can turn into, you know, good vocals.

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    Songs are form of art that artists use to express their emotions. I would like to talk about Kendrick Lamar who is an American rapper. He is famous for his vocabulary and ideologies that he performs in his songs. Kendrick Lamar often makes songs for protesting against corrupt political system and government. He usually shares his ideologies and he expresses his emotions through his works. Kendrick Lamar often wears torn clothes from thrift clothes. It makes him unique. Other than that, he recently released a song about Palestinian kids who are facing genocide in their country. He even recorded the vocal notes of the kids in Gaza. He flew to Gaza just to record the vocal notes. After hearing such news, I became amazed because there are even artists who does things like this. He is different from others and he maintains a humble personality towards others. He has many friends in the musical industry. He can even perform in a live concert without making any errors. That is a great thing for such types of musicians. There is a song he released against the American government. He mentions the errors and bad things that is performed by the president of the American country. Moreover, he is a very special artist.

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    A singer I like is BTS because the type of songs they like, they sing is something which suits my taste. Their songs have a certain depth and meaning to them which makes me feel connected to the harmonies, the music videos and the overall feels of the song. Apart from that, as an artist I like someone who carries a certain responsibility towards the society and this should be displayed by the songs they sing and the songs they write which is very true in case of my favourite artist which is BTS. Furthermore, the songs have a certain kind of energy in them and they are connected in every type of mood. For example, even if I am feeling sad, I have a certain type of song which I can listen to along with for all the other depth of emotions which is happiness, sorrow, loneliness, high energy, anger and every other emotion that is to exist. I can find a music, a song specifically made for those type of emotions. Furthermore, they have this depth in their songs. For example, Black Swamp which is a song which talks about how important it is for a person to cherish their art and without their art, they might as well as be dead if they are not honest with it. So, that is something which inspires me to be honest to my work and to enjoy life beyond just the regular acts of it but go find a deeper meaning.

    Band 6-7

    The singer whose music or songs I really like was Sidhu Musewala. He is a very popular Punjabi music artist. His songs go across the world. He is worldwide famous and his songs also go to the billboard. He is very popular in Hindi movies, in Bollywood also, Hollywood also. His songs are very related to middle class family people. His lines and words literally connected to our hearts because his words is very relatable to our lives. His each and every song is directly connected with our mind and with our heart. His presence is also very, very important.

    Band 6-7

    Being a music lover, I enjoy a lot of genre of music, but if I had to pick one, I would pick Justin Bieber because his songs are just amazing. He has a large variety of songs and his music is more of a pop and which, you know, gets you in the rhythm and it makes enthusiastic. I started discovering his music and his songs during my school days when I used to jam to them during my annual holidays in the 10th and 12th standard. I love those music because it makes me enthusiastic and it gives me a hype that no one else can give. For example, when I have to clean my room or wash my hair or hit the gym, I listen to his music and it just gives me that hype and I love it.

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    According to me, my best singer, the singer whose music or songs I like is Kanye West. I have not always been listening to the guy, but I discovered him when I was in 10th class. After hearing to lots of electronic dance music from Major Lazer as well as other EDM artists, and specifically Martin Garrix, that was the time when I came across EDM. So after that, during my 11th and 12th, I came across this genre, that is rap. When I got into this, I explored Kanye West. He is a great guy and he has been always passionate about music. He has great melodies and he has a very good sense of track as well as recording. He has won Grammys, which is the best in terms of music. And he has also been the only singer who has been getting Grammy awards for the past two decades. He is the singer who has inspired artists like Playboi Carti and Travis Scott, which are giving hits right now. He has also collaborated with artists like Dr. Dre, Jay-Z and Eminem. He has always been at the top of his game and is delivering constant wonderful music. And I would say that he is the best till now.

    Band 6-7

    I have a very keen interest in listening musics and I am very particular what genre I pick. Usually, I love slow songs. So, the singer that I listen the most is Lata Mangeshwar's, late Lata Mangeshwar's songs because it's very old and she used to sing from a very young age. Her songs are from 1990s. I really enjoy listening to her because it's very slow and emotional. Furthermore, I discovered about her when I was 10 years old. My parents used to listen and were very immersed in listening to her songs. That gave me a spark to try and listen to her songs. So, I decided that I will listen only one song because I didn't appreciate slow songs at that time. But when I heard her song, it really changed me because unlike other musicians and singers, late Lata Mangeshwar's songs have a very deep meaning behind her voice. Her voice is so elegant that the museum has bought her vocal cord for some crores. I also admire her because she not only sings but has also taught many people how to sing. It's very mesmerizing to hear her sing.
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