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Describe an interesting song.: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

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  • What song is it?
  • What is it about?
  • Why do you think it is interesting?
  • How do you feel about it?
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Cue 1:What song is it?

  • Start by naming the song and the artist or band who performed it.
  • Mention when you first heard the song and any personal connection you have to it.

Example

The song I find particularly interesting is 'Tum Hi Ho' by Arijit Singh. I first heard it during a friend's wedding about five years ago, and it instantly struck a chord with me.


Cue 2:What is it about?

  • Briefly summarize the theme or story of the song.
  • Highlight any specific lyrics or elements that resonate with you.

Example

'Tum Hi Ho' is a romantic ballad that expresses deep love and longing. The lyrics beautifully convey the idea that the singer's life is incomplete without their beloved, which I find very relatable.


Cue 3:Why do you think it is interesting?

  • Discuss what makes the song stand out compared to others.
  • Mention any unique musical elements or emotional impact it has on you.

Example

I think this song is interesting because of its soulful melody and Arijit Singh's powerful vocals. The way he conveys emotion through his singing makes the song unforgettable and often brings tears to my eyes.


Cue 4:How do you feel about it?

  • Share your personal feelings or memories associated with the song.
  • Explain how it affects your mood or mindset when you listen to it.

Example

Whenever I listen to 'Tum Hi Ho', I feel a wave of nostalgia and warmth. It reminds me of my own experiences of love and loss, and it often lifts my spirits when I’m feeling down.


Conclusion

  • Summarize your overall feelings about the song.
  • Mention its significance in your life or why you would recommend it to others.

Example

In conclusion, 'Tum Hi Ho' is more than just a song to me; it’s a beautiful reminder of love's power. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who appreciates heartfelt 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: Avoid Vague Descriptions

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

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Include specific examples from the song, such as lyrics or themes, to make your description more vivid and relatable.


2: Don't Rush Your Answer

Rushing through your response can lead to unclear explanations and missed points. Take your time to think about each cue and respond thoughtfully.

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Tip

Pause briefly between points to gather your thoughts and ensure you cover each cue clearly and completely.


Neglecting Personal Feelings

Failing to express your personal feelings about the song can make your answer less impactful. Personal connections can resonate more with the examiner.

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Tip

Share how the song makes you feel and why it resonates with you personally to add depth to your response.


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All Answers

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Band 6-7

Thank you for such an interesting topic. It's a song which I love the most. So, we all are well aware of this famous song which is written by A. R. Rahman, which is composed by A. R. Rahman, that is a song from an old movie called Roja, which is Na Chali Roja Ve. So, this is particularly a Talgu song, which I immensely have love towards it because of the lyrics, because of the composition and everything. So, there is no flaw in the song which I personally feel because it's a song written, it's a song which comes in a situation where a husband sings to his wife when he misses her so much. He was captivated in Pakistan by the soldiers of Pakistan and he misses his wife so badly that he starts singing this song in memory of his wife wherein he describes every single detail about his wife, starting from his wife's hair to his memories which he spent with her in the period of their short span of their recently married life. So, every single statement or every single lyric, every single word in the song perfectly suits the situation, perfectly well balanced and I feel so soothing and so refreshing when I hear the song every single time. I personally feel music is a therapy which helps us or which heals us and whenever I feel stressed, I listen to this song because of the lyrics that makes me so pacifying, so soothing. Furthermore, if you ask about the song and the lyrics, the song is continuously stating the feelings of a husband who misses his wife very badly, who takes care of him, he describes her qualifications, her qualities in the song and what not, everything, it's a perfect blend of everything.

Band 6-7

I heard a lot of songs. I always listen to some more music in my leisure times. It's always one of my hobbies. I know most of Malayalam songs. Malayalam is my mother tongue. Recently I picked out so many songs as my favorites. But actually I can pick one who is most favorite in my playlist. That is a song from a Malayalam film. The song is Thirame Tharage. It was a song with beautiful lyrics. And also this song feels most pleasure in my heart. And always gives me some more relaxation. This song picks up the lyrics of natural beauties. And also includes the romance. And it encourages my peace. It's a song always better for listen in lonely situation.

Band 6-7

So to me a very interesting song is our national anthem that is Jana Gana Mana. It was originally sung and written by Ravindranath Tagore and this song is very close to my heart. Not because of it being a national anthem but also because it reflects the integrity of our country. It specifically contains lines that describes our country's rich cultural heritage. Also how our nation is comprised of different types of people. People of different religions, cultures, food habits. Yet they are all together because they feel this fraternity within themselves. Even though they are different, they are connected through the blood that flows in their body. And I particularly find this song very close to my heart due to my love for my nation. Which is I think very common because obviously I was born in this land. And whenever I hear this song it intensifies my patriotism towards my country. It keeps reminding me no matter wherever I am, I will keep loving my country as long as I am alive. And this song overall describes my immense passion and dedication towards my nation. Thank you.

Band 6-7

My favorite song is Zinda, it is a motivational song by Arijit Singh, sung in a movie that is known as Bhagmilkabhag, a biopic on a well-known Indian athlete, Milka Singh, it is a very interesting song because it has a high quality sound and bass and the lyrics that motivates a person a lot, personally it motivates me a lot but I feel like it motivates all the persons who are like athletes and all, this song is particularly sung at the time when Milka Singh or the actor is performing his practices and it is motivating, doing some practices for his upcoming tournaments and motivating him to do hard work, so personally this is a very, personally it is a very touchy song for me and I feel very energetic when I heard this song and I usually while go for running and while doing some physical activity I perform this song and this is very interesting to me.

Band 6-7

Music is truly the food for soul. It has power to relax and refresh our mind. I love listening to different genres of music, where I would like to talk about my favorite song, I Love My India. This is a song from a Hindi Bollywood movie, Pardes, which was released in 1977. This song is beautifully sung by Harihanan, one of the renowned playback singers of India. The theme of the song is patriotic and expresses deep love and respect for our country. It highlights the beauty of the Indian culture, richness of the country, evoking a sense of love and respect for the nation. The lyrics of the song are very emotional and inspiring and making people feel connected to their home country. The composition of the music is melodious and the powerful vocals add to the song's impact. Every time I listen to this music, I feel a sense of patriotism and nostalgia. This song is my favorite song because it reminds me of the importance of roots and heritage. In conclusion, I Love My India as a song deeply touches my heart. It is more than a song, it is an emotion that binds people together with love and affection.

Band 6-7

One of my favorite song which I've heard would be Tum Hi Ho. It is sung by Arjit Singh. He is my favorite singer. His voice has been melodious over these years and has been entertaining in the music platform since a decade. I think up until now he is the best singer ever in India and throughout the world too. Having almost 40 million of listening capacity in Spotify and throughout YouTube. I think Tum Hi Ho song has a great emotion inside it, expressing the lover's feelings for the girl he loves. The girl, the only girl who is the purpose of his life. The girl who wants to be a part of his entire life and is important. He expresses all the feelings that whatever the situation is, the girl is only you. As the line describes, Tum Hi Ho, that means you are the only one. And there are almost three stanzas in it. And each of the stanzas has been expressing the feelings and the emotions quite well. The song has been famous since 2012 when the song was released. And the song is a part of a movie, Aashiqui 2, which are starred by Shraddha Kapoor and Aditya Roy Kapoor. And I think the song is great for the lovers.

Band 6-7

Actually, I am interested in the song that is Lose Yourself. It is available on YouTube and Spotify. So, I listened to the song many times because it motivated me to move on. The artist is Eminem. He sang many songs about the motivational and the lyrics also. It is great to rise with it. When I feel very stressed or a pretty busy day, I am alone in the road and put the headset on the ear and just listen to the song. I motivate myself and feel free. The sounds, beats, raps boost me up. I feel very comfortable with the music and the lyrics. I don't need to move out in the society. When I enter the gym, I just put the song and do the workouts with my buddies. They are also boosted up and motivated by the song. I love to be better. Finally, there was great music in the world and it has reached millions of people.

Band 6-7

I find the Malayalam song Onnangidi Ponnangili from the movie Kili Chundar Maambazham very interesting. It is a love song with visuals that shows the romantic relationship between the lead characters of the movie. I find it very interesting because that single song has the entire thread of the movie written in a very beautiful way that doesn't give away spoilers but if you think about it after watching the film it actually has the entire story and event of activities that is depicted in the movie. So apart from the lyrics, the visuals are really beautiful and also the melody is also very soothing. So it actually enchants you and it also has a calming effect on you. So I am very interested in this song because I find it very relaxing.

Band 6-7

Even, the song has also gained an award in the year 2024 for the most recently heard song. The first song that always comes to my mind is Die With A Smile which was sung by Lady Gaga in the year 2024. The 3 min 45 sec song mesmerizingly describes about the human relationship, how to maintain a healthy relationship, and how to improve the relationship status. The interesting part of the song, I believe, is that it beautifully The first song that always comes to my mind is Die With A Smile which was sung by Lady Gaga in the year 2024. The 3 min 45 sec song mesmerizingly describes about the human relationship. The interesting part of the song, I believe, is that it beautifully describes about the human relationship, how to maintain a healthy relationship, and how to improve the relationship. We human beings are just here for a temporary period of time, so don't focus on others, just focus on yourself, don't get depressed, just move forward and do good to others. Moreover, the song has reached to a millions of hearts leading it to an most heard song in 2024. In addition to that, the song also gained an award for the most recently heard song. I feel very self-confident and happy after hearing the song. It helps to boost my self-esteem also. I feel very proud after hearing the song and it helps me to gain more motivation and I feel more self-confident. I feel very proud after hearing the song and it helps me to gain more motivation and

Band 6-7

Personally, I like the song called Sadashiva Sanyasi. It's a lyric of a Telugu movie song. It's from the movie called Kaleja, directed by Krivikram Srinivas and starring Mahesh Babu and Anushka. I like the movie very much. More than the movie, I like the song. Because the song is a kind of motivational song. Whenever I feel low, I always used to listen to this song. It motivates me and also makes me so happy. It also helps me to get rid of my stress and problems. This song always tops my playlist. This song is written by Srivendra Shastri and also music by Manu Sharma, who is one of the famous music directors from the Telugu film industry. He also composed music for many other languages. His music in Telugu is more famous and more particular.
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