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Here you will find some artists from all around the globe. They all have in common that they sing in English, however you will notice each of them have a different accent.

All of them are correct although you may find some of them to be more difficult to understand. Don't worry, it's normal. You'll get better with time!

I want you to get a global idea of what English could sound like depending on which part of the globe it is spoken.

Take this activity as a way of expanding your musical palette, feel free to explore!

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1) Get to know these wonderful artists and a little bit of their bio (take a look on their Wikipedia pages).

2) Listen to (at least) one song of every artist and take notes about what you find different about their accent. Be sure to activate the "Closed Captions" button on Youtube, so that you can read the lyrics at the same time you hear the song.

3) Provide more examples of artists that sing in English, but this time try your best to find the most peculiar and strange sounding ones.

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Proposed song: Galway Girl >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XjHr-6Zl5P8

Mr. Sheeran uses a particular accent on this song, which, is not his usual accent. Can you tell me which one is it?

HINT: The country is NOT a part of the United Kingdom. But it is kind of close ;)

BONUS: From the same country there is a group made by four siblings that was very popular in the 90s and 00s. Can you name it?

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He is a legend!

He has many famous songs, and an unmistakable accent.

Which one is it?

BONUS: Can you tell what particular genre of music is usually linked to his accent and country of origin?

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Travis - Why Does It Always Rain On Me? (Official HD Music Video)

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This guy comes from a place very far away. They call it "the land down under". And it really is!

BONUS: From his same country, try and find a movie character that used a giant knife and a very strange hat.

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This genre is nowadays very popular thanks to TikTok trends, but... Can you tell from which country comes Yemi Alade?

English spoken in this country is very disctinctive and every now and then they introduce local phrases and expressions mixed with it.

BONUS: What is the name of this kind of English dialects which, in some way, are mixed with other languages?

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Pounds & Dollars By Yemi Alade ft Phyno (Official Lyrics)

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These guys are really cool and one of the most influential bands in the 90s.

They have a couple of anthems that for sure you have heard before, especially if you listen to "los 40 classic", "rock fm" or similar stations.

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Loreen comes from a country that has their own language but they are really good English speakers.

Maybe you'll find this song a lot easier to understand, as this English accent is one of the most neutral ones.

BONUS: From the same country there is one group that somehow has managed to stay relevant for five decades. Which group is it ?

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Loreen - Euphoria (Lyrics) Eurovision Winner 2012