Lyrics & Translation
Discover the hypnotic power of repetition in language with Daft Punk's "Around the World." This iconic track uses a single, simple phrase in English, "around the world," to create a universally understood anthem of unity and dance. Learning the lyrics is effortless, allowing you to focus on the song's infectious groove and contemplate how a few words can connect people globally. Its simplicity is its genius, making it a perfect and fun entry point to see how music transcends linguistic barriers.
Key Vocabulary
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world /wɜːrld/ A1 |
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around /əˈraʊnd/ A1 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Around the world
➔ Preposition + Noun Phrase
➔ "Around" is a preposition indicating location or direction. "The world" is a noun phrase, referring to the Earth.
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Around the world
➔ Ellipsis
➔ The song relies heavily on ellipsis. A complete sentence like "I travel around the world" is implied but only the key phrase "Around the world" is explicitly stated. This creates repetition and rhythm.
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Around the world
➔ Declarative sentence (implied)
➔ While appearing as a simple phrase, the lyric implicitly functions as a declarative sentence. The speaker is stating a fact or an experience, even if the subject and verb are missing.
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Around the world
➔ Repetition for emphasis and rhythm
➔ The constant repetition of "Around the world" is a key feature of the song. This technique is used to emphasize the idea and create a hypnotic, danceable rhythm.
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