Are We Good – English Lyrics

• By: G.R.L.

Lyrics & Translation

Dive into G.R.L.'s "Are We Good," a powerful pop anthem perfect for language learners. This song offers clear and direct English lyrics, making it an excellent tool to grasp conversational phrases related to confronting issues and seeking honesty. Its upbeat tempo and repetitive chorus make the words stick, while its themes of demanding clarity in relationships are universally relatable, providing a strong emotional context for new vocabulary.

Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
brush /brʌʃ/ A2	verb - to clean or remove something with a brush, or to ignore and move past something
stand /stænd/ A1	verb - to be in an upright position or to defend one's position
ground /ɡraʊnd/ A1	noun - the surface of the earth
sleep /sliːp/ A1	noun - a natural periodic state of rest for the mind and body
text /tɛkst/ A2	noun - a written message sent electronically verb - to send a written message electronically
consequence /ˈkɒnsɪkwəns/ B1	noun - a result or effect of an action or condition
facade /fəˈsɑːd/ B2	noun - an outward appearance that is maintained to conceal a less pleasant reality
recognize /ˈrɛkəɡnaɪz/ A2	verb - to identify someone or something from previous encounters
fake /feɪk/ A2	verb - to pretend or imitate something falsely adjective - not genuine; counterfeit
smile /smaɪl/ A1	noun - a facial expression indicating pleasure or amusement verb - to have a smile on one's face
point /pɔɪnt/ A1	noun - a particular detail or idea
problem /ˈprɒbləm/ A1	noun - a matter or situation regarded as unwelcome or harmful
choice /tʃɔɪs/ A1	noun - an act or possibility of choosing
waste /weɪst/ A2	verb - to use or expend thoughtlessly or carelessly
class /klæs/ A1	noun - a group of students or a lesson, or a level of quality
time /taɪm/ A1	noun - the indefinite continued progress of existence and events

Key Grammar Structures

• What I have to say, you gon' hear it now

  ➔ Contraction (gon' = going to)

  ➔ The word 'gon' is a colloquial contraction of 'going to', commonly used in informal speech.

• I'ma stand my ground

  ➔ Contraction (I'ma = I am going to)

  ➔ 'I'ma' is a slang contraction of 'I am going to', used in informal contexts.

• You're playin' like you're on the fence

  ➔ Contraction (you're = you are)

  ➔ 'You're' is a contraction of 'you are', commonly used in both formal and informal speech.

• If we got a problem, better make a choice

  ➔ Conditional sentence (if clause)

  ➔ This is a conditional sentence where the 'if' clause presents a condition, and the main clause suggests a consequence.

• Are we good?

  ➔ Present simple question

  ➔ This is a simple present tense question used to inquire about the current state of a situation.

• Did your momma not teach you, no class?

  ➔ Negative question with 'did'

  ➔ This is a negative question using 'did' to express disbelief or criticism.

• Are we, are we good?

  ➔ Repetition for emphasis

  ➔ The repetition of 'are we good?' emphasizes the importance of the question and the speaker's need for clarity.