Difficulty: Intermediate
USA
Oliver Tree is a singer-songwriter and rapper from Santa Cruz, California. The song "Let Me Down" is from his album Ugly Is Beautiful, the release of which was postponed multiple times due to the coronavirus. "Let Me Down" was written in attempt to sort through the resulting feelings of disappointment.
Difficulty: Intermediate
USA
Regarding this song, Robert Grace says "'Fake Fine' is special to me as it’s a song about battling anxiety and depression especially in these uncertain times, but I wanted to provide a lighthearted and comedic spin on it. A MASSIVE THANK YOU to everyone for making this happen ❤️"
Difficulty: Intermediate
USA
At eighteen years old, Billie Eilish is the youngest performer to ever sing the theme song for a James Bond film. She thrills us with a ballad containing all the dramatic tension that we’ve come to expect from this now classic genre.
Difficulty: Intermediate
USA
From the soundtrack of Disney’s enormously successful movie Frozen, the song “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?” caught the imagination of the world, as a lonely Anna desperately implores Elsa to spend time with her.
Difficulty: Intermediate
USA
Singers Kelly Clarkson, Trisha Yearwood, and Rebe McEntire give a dazzling performance of a classic song that takes us to the very heart of the Christmas story. The lyrics describe how Jesus was born one night in Bethlehem. The heavenly angels sang, and shepherds were first to hear the good news and witness the glorious sight.
Difficulty: Intermediate
USA
Here is American superstar Miley Cyrus with a live performance of her hit song “Slide Away.” Many suppose that the lyrics refer to the dissolution of her marriage to actor Liam Hemsworth, as she finds a mature outlook on life and a change from her party girl image.
Difficulty: Intermediate
United Kingdom
Robbie Williams teams up with pianist and singer Jamie Cullum for this great cover of Slade’s famous festive single. You can find “Merry Christmas” on his album of Christmas songs The Christmas Present.
Difficulty: Intermediate
USA
This catchy Justin Bieber song from his first Christmas album, Under the Mistletoe, will help to cheer us up and warm us through. It celebrates the tradition of sharing a kiss beneath a sprig of mistletoe, which is more than three centuries old and special for this time of year.
Difficulty: Intermediate
USA
This video is a cover by Austin Reed of the breakup song "Call Me," originally by Shinedown. Sometimes, if you can't change or don't want to, the only thing to do is walk away.
Difficulty: Intermediate
USA
For this catchy song, Ed Sheeran teamed up with superstars Camila Cabello and Cardi B. The video echoes the plot of numerous spy films, with all three singers acting out the parts of characters typical to the genre.
Difficulty: Intermediate
USA
From 250 miles above the Earth, Expedition 63 is very much aware of the hard times which exist in the neighborhoods of the world rotating below. Even amid the uncertainty and difficulties of battling through these challenging times, we encourage everyone to be the best “crewmates” & take care of each other. Cherish the people you love.
-Commander Chris Cassidy
Difficulty: Intermediate
USA
"Cardigan" is the second track on Taylor Swift's eighth studio album, Folklore. It's a melancholy soft rock ballad that features minimal orchestration and examines the topic of young love. In the music video, directed by Taylor Swift herself, her piano acts as portal to different settings.
Difficulty: Intermediate
United Kingdom
The charming Natalie Merchant of the American rock band 10,000 Maniacs sings the song “Like the Weather,” which honestly and clearly reflects on a sad mood.
Difficulty: Intermediate
New Zealand, USA
"Supalonely" ("Supa" is how some people pronounce the adjective "super") is a song by New Zealand singer Benee featuring American singer Gus Dapperton. Rolling Stone writes: "Benee may have written “Supalonely” about a toxic relationship, but it’s evolved into a perfect alt-pop quarantine anthem."
Difficulty: Intermediate
United Kingdom
Ed Sheeran wrote the song "Sing" for his album x (pronounced "multiply") with help from Pharrell Williams, who also produced the song. The upbeat dance track is a departure from his usual folk rock sound and tells the story of a great night out.
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