29 Best Songs to Practice Your English: Improve Fluency & Vocabulary

Updated at: 18/03/2025

Learning English through music is a fantastic way to immerse yourself in the language naturally. This list celebrates the power of music to enhance language acquisition, showcasing artists whose work is both lyrically rich and musically diverse, perfect for honing your listening skills. We'll be exploring songs that span genres and decades, from soulful ballads that showcase nuanced pronunciation to upbeat pop anthems that emphasize rhythm and intonation. Think of the emotional depth conveyed in a powerful vocal performance, or the intricate wordplay hidden within catchy melodies—these are the elements that make learning English through music so effective.

This curated selection aims to introduce you to artists whose influence spans generations. Consider the artists' profound impact on popular music and their ability to connect with listeners globally. You'll encounter songs that explore themes of love, loss, and self-discovery, all delivered with incredible vocal skill and musicality. Whether you're a seasoned English learner or just starting your journey, the beauty of these carefully chosen tracks lies in their ability to engage you on multiple levels, making learning fun and effective. Prepare to be captivated by the storytelling and linguistic mastery on display; each song offers a unique opportunity to improve your comprehension and broaden your vocabulary.

1
Shape of You
Ed Sheeran
2017
÷ (Deluxe)
2
Thinking out Loud
Ed Sheeran
2014
x (Deluxe Edition)
3
Hello
Adele
2015
25
4
Rolling in the Deep
Adele
2010
21
5
Wake Me Up
Avicii
2013
True
6
Somebody That I Used To Know
Gotye,Kimbra
2011
Making Mirrors
7
Someone Like You
Adele
2011
21
8
Smells Like Teen Spirit
Nirvana
1991
Nevermind (Remastered)
9
Bohemian Rhapsody
Queen
1975
A Night At The Opera (Deluxe Remastered Version)
10
I Will Always Love You
Whitney Houston
1993
The Bodyguard - Original Soundtrack Album
11
Every Breath You Take
The Police
1983
Synchronicity (Remastered 2003)
12
Blinding Lights
The Weeknd
2019
After Hours
13
Fix You
Coldplay
2005
X&Y
14
Livin' la Vida Loca
Ricky Martin
1999
Ricky Martin
15
Hotel California
The Eagles
1976
16
California Dreamin'
The Mamas and the Papas
1965
17
Imagine
John Lennon
1971
Imagine
18
Budapest
George Ezra
2014
Wanted on Voyage (Expanded Edition)
19
Beautiful Day
U2
2000
All That You Can't Leave Behind
20
Let It Be
The Beatles
1970
Let It Be (Remastered)
21
Stairway to Heaven
Led Zeppelin
1971
Led Zeppelin IV (Deluxe Edition)
22
You Raise Me Up
Westlife
2005
23
And I Love Her
The Beatles
1964
A Hard Day's Night (Remastered)
24
Close to You
The Carpenters
1970
25
Our House
Madness
1982
26
ABC
Jackson 5
1970
27
Sweet Caroline
Neil Diamond
1969
Sweet Caroline
28
I Heard It Through The Grapevine
Marvin Gaye
1968
In The Groove
29
Always On My Mind
Elvis Presley
1972
Elvis (Fool)