A Little Respect – English Lyrics

• By: Wheatus

Lyrics & Translation

Delve into the emotional depth of "A Little Respect" by Wheatus, a powerful pop-punk cover that offers a fantastic opportunity to explore English through its relatable lyrics. This song masterfully combines energetic instrumentation with a vulnerable plea for understanding and appreciation, making its vocabulary and expressions of love and longing both memorable and easy to grasp. Discover how a classic synth-pop hit was reimagined into a rock anthem, making it special for its blend of infectious melody and poignant storytelling, perfect for expanding your English vocabulary related to emotions and relationships.

[English]

I tried to discover a little something to make me sweeter

Oh baby, refrain from breaking my heart

I'm so in love with you, I'll be forever blue

That you give me no reason, you know you're making me work so hard

That you give me no, that you give me no

That you give me no, that you give me no

Soul

I hear you calling

Oh baby, please (give a little respect to me)

Give a little respect to me

And if I should falter, would you open your arms out to me?

We can make love not war, and live with peace in our hearts

I'm so in love with you, I'll be forever blue

What religion or reason could drive a man to forsake his lover

Don't you tell me no, don't you tell me no

Don't you tell me no, don't you tell me no

Soul

I hear you calling

Oh baby, please (give a little respect to me)

Give a little respect to me

I'm so in love with you, I'll be forever blue

That you give me no reason, you know, you're making me work so hard

That you give me no, that you give me no

That you give me no, that you give me no

Soul

I hear you calling

Oh baby, please (give a little respect to me)

Give a little respect to me

I hear you calling

Oh baby, please (give a little respect to me)

Give a little respect to me

Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
respect /rɪˈspekt/ A2	noun - a feeling of deep admiration for someone or something elicited by their abilities, qualities, or achievements
love /lʌv/ A1	noun - a deep affection for someone verb - to feel deep affection for someone
blue /bluː/ A1	adjective - feeling sad or depressed
reason /ˈriːzən/ A2	noun - a cause, explanation, or justification for an action or event
work /wɜːrk/ A1	verb - to do a job or tasks noun - effort or activity directed toward the production or accomplishment of something
hard /hɑːrd/ A1	adjective - requiring a great deal of effort or endurance
soul /soʊl/ B1	noun - the spiritual or immaterial part of a human being, often considered as enduring after death
calling /ˈkɔːlɪŋ/ A2	verb - to speak loudly to someone in order to get their attention noun - a strong urge or inclination to do something
falter /ˈfɔːltər/ B2	verb - to hesitate or stumble in speech or action
forsake /fɔːrˈseɪk/ C1	verb - to abandon or leave entirely
refrain /rɪˈfreɪn/ B2	verb - to stop oneself from doing something
sweet /swit/ A1	adjective - having the pleasant taste characteristic of sugar or honey
discover /dɪˈskʌvər/ A2	verb - to find or learn something for the first time
peace /piːs/ A1	noun - freedom from disturbance; tranquility
religion /rɪˈlɪdʒən/ A2	noun - a particular system of faith and worship
war /wɔːr/ A1	noun - a state of armed conflict between different countries or groups within a nation