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Listening Task
This listening activity is based on the famous Words Don’t Come Easy by F.R. David. The lyrics of the song contain many interesting language points, such as the simple present.
Let’s start with some information about the song!
Words don’t come easy by F.R. David
“Words” is a 1982 song by F. R. David. This listening activity provides information about the song, links to the lyrics, and the official video.
Words don’t come easy by F.R. David
Level
Beginner and intermediate students.
Facts about the Song
- Song:
Words - Album:
Words - Date of release:
1982 - Length of the song:
3 minutes and 31 seconds. - Writers:
Robert Fitoussi - Produced by:
Frédéric Leibovitz
Interesting Information about the Song
The song was originally released only in France and Monaco in the winter of 1981, later it was released in the rest of Europe.
The Video
The Lyrics
Language Points
The song includes many interesting language points:
Expressions that may be useful to students:
- Words, don’t come easy, to me,
how can I find a way,
to make you see,
I love you
words don’t come easy
Listening Comprehension
Complete the sentences using the words or phrases provided
- Words don’t come ________ to me.
- (slowly, easily, quickly)
- How can I find a way to make you see I ________ you?
- (need, miss, love)
- Well, I’m just a music man, melodies are so far my best ________.
- (song, friend, melody)
- There’s no hidden ________ you know when I say I love you.
- (meaning, message, word)
- This is the only way for me to ________ I love you.
- (show, say, hide)
Gap-Fill Exercises
Complete the sentences using the words from the list below.
- love
- melodies
- friend
- meaning
- believe
- easy
- hidden
- It’s not always ________ to express how you truly feel.
- He played beautiful ________ on his guitar that captivated everyone.
- Finding a true ________ can make life more enjoyable and fulfilling.
- She found a ________ message inside the old book.
- The poet’s words had a deep ________ that resonated with the readers.
- Do you ________ in miracles and magic?
- His heartfelt letter was a declaration of his ________ for her.
Source: Wikipedia
Answers:
- easily
- love
- friend
- meaning
- say