HELLO – English Lyrics

• By: LIONEL RICHIE

Lyrics & Translation

Welcome to the smooth, soulful language of 80s pop ballads with Lionel Richie's timeless hit, "Hello." This song is a masterclass in conveying deep, vulnerable emotions through simple, heartfelt English. You can learn how to express longing and internal conflict in a romantic context, focusing on conditional phrases and emotional vocabulary. Its clear, emotive delivery and unforgettable hook make it an essential listening piece for anyone learning English through music.

[English]

I've been alone with you inside my mind

And in my dreams, I've kissed your lips a thousand times

I sometimes see you pass outside my door

Hello

Is it me you're looking for?

I can see it in your eyes

I can see it in your smile

You're all I've ever wanted

And my arms are open wide

'Cause you know just what to say

And you know just what to do

And I want to tell you so much

I love you

...

I long to see the sunlight in your hair

And tell you time and time again how much I care

Sometimes I feel my heart will overflow

Hello

I've just got to let you know

'Cause I wonder where you are

And I wonder what you do

Are you somewhere feeling lonely?

Or is someone loving you?

Tell me how to win your heart

For I haven't got a clue

But let me start by saying

I love you

...

Hello

Is it me you're looking for?

'Cause I wonder where you are

And I wonder what you do

Are you somewhere feeling lonely?

Or is someone loving you?

Tell me how to win your heart

For I haven't got a clue

But let me start by saying

I love you

...

Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
mind /maɪnd/ B1	noun - the part of a person that thinks, reasons, and feels; the brain; memory
dreams /driːmz/ A2	noun - a series of thoughts, images, or emotions occurring during sleep; aspirations or ambitions
lips /lɪps/ A2	noun - the edges of the mouth
door /dɔːr/ A1	noun - a hinged barrier that opens to enter or leave a room or building
eyes /aɪz/ A1	noun - the organs of sight
smile /smaɪl/ A1	noun - a curved expression on the face that shows happiness verb - to form such a curve with the mouth as an expression of happiness
want /wɒnt/ A2	verb - to have a desire for something; to wish for
kiss /kɪs/ A2	verb - to touch with the lips as a sign of affection
see /siː/ A1	verb - to perceive with the eyes
tell /tɛl/ A1	verb - to inform or narrate
love /lʌv/ A1	verb - to feel a deep affection for someone or something
long /lɒŋ/ B1	verb - to have a strong desire or craving for adjective - not short; extended in length or duration
care /keər/ A2	verb - to feel concern or interest in someone or something
heart /hɑrt/ A1	noun - the organ that pumps blood; the center of emotion or passion
sunlight /ˈsʌnˌlaɪt/ B1	noun - light from the sun
hair /hɛr/ A2	noun - the threads growing from the skin of humans/animals on their head or body
lonely /ˈləʊnli/ B1	adjective - sad because one is alone or without companionship
win /wɪn/ A2	verb - to achieve victory or success in a competition or struggle