Human – English Lyrics

• By: Rag'n'Bone Man
• Album: Human

Lyrics & Translation

"Human" by Rag'n'Bone Man is a powerful and emotionally resonant song that offers a deep dive into universal human experiences. Its raw, blues-infused sound and Rag'n'Bone Man's distinctive gravelly voice create an impactful listening experience. Through its profound lyrics, the song encourages introspection on themes of imperfection, empathy, and accountability, making it an excellent piece to understand emotional and reflective English vocabulary and phrasing.

Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
foolish /ˈfuː.lɪʃ/ B2	adjective - silly; unwise
blind /blaɪnd/ B1	adjective - unable to see verb - to make unable to see
prove /pruːv/ B1	verb - demonstrate the truth or existence of (something) by evidence or argument
human /ˈhjuː.mən/ A2	noun - a person adjective - relating to a person
blame /bleɪm/ B1	noun - responsibility for a fault or wrong verb - to assign responsibility for a fault or wrong
mirror /ˈmɪr.ər/ A2	noun - a reflective surface
clearer /ˈklɪərər/ B1	adjective - easy to see, hear, or understand
deceived /dɪˈsiːvd/ B2	verb - cause (someone) to believe something that is not true, typically in order to gain a personal advantage.
believe /bɪˈliːv/ A2	verb - accept (something) as true; feel sure of the truth of.
real /ˈriː.əl/ A2	adjective - actually existing as a thing or occurring in fact; not imagined or supposed.
problems /ˈprɒb.ləm/ A2	noun - a matter or situation regarded as unwelcome or harmful and needing to be dealt with and overcome.
luck /lʌk/ A2	noun - success or failure apparently brought by chance rather than through one's own actions.
solve /sɒlv/ B1	verb - find an answer to, explanation for, or means of effectively dealing with (a problem or mystery).
opinion /əˈpɪn.jən/ B1	noun - a view or judgment formed about something, not necessarily based on fact or knowledge.
lie /laɪ/ A2	verb - tell a deliberate untruth. noun - an intentionally false statement.
forgiveness /fərˈɡɪv.nəs/ B2	noun - the action or process of forgiving or being forgiven.
cry /kraɪ/ A1	verb - shed tears, typically as an expression of distress, pain, or sorrow. noun - an act of crying.
mistakes /mɪˈsteɪk/ A2	noun - an action or judgment that is misguided or wrong.
prophet /ˈprɒf.ɪt/ B2	noun - a person regarded as an inspired teacher or proclaimer of the will of God.
messiah /mɪˈsaɪ.ə/ C1	noun - the promised and expected deliverer of the Jewish people.

Key Grammar Structures

• But I'm only human after all

  ➔ Simple Present Tense

  ➔ The phrase "I'm only human" uses the simple present tense to express a general truth.

• Don't put your blame on me

  ➔ Imperative Mood

  ➔ The phrase "Don't put your blame on me" is an example of the imperative mood, used to give commands or requests.

• Some people think I can solve them

  ➔ Present Simple with Modal Verb

  ➔ The phrase "Some people think I can solve them" uses the present simple tense and a modal verb to express ability.

• I'm no prophet or Messiah

  ➔ Negative Form

  ➔ The phrase "I'm no prophet or Messiah" uses a negative form to express a lack of identity.

• I make mistakes

  ➔ Present Simple Tense

  ➔ The phrase "I make mistakes" uses the present simple tense to indicate a habitual action.

• Take a look in the mirror

  ➔ Imperative Form

  ➔ The phrase "Take a look in the mirror" is an imperative form used to give a command.

• Don't ask my opinion

  ➔ Negative Imperative

  ➔ The phrase "Don't ask my opinion" is a negative imperative, instructing someone not to do something.