I Won't Change You – English Lyrics

• By: Sophie Ellis-Bextor

Lyrics & Translation

Dive into the rhythm of self-acceptance and unconditional love with Sophie Ellis-Bextor's "I Won't Change You." This engaging pop track offers a fantastic opportunity to explore English expressions related to relationships, personal growth, and emotional honesty. You'll encounter vocabulary for describing feelings, commitment, and individuality, all wrapped in a catchy, danceable melody that makes learning enjoyable and memorable. Its straightforward narrative of mutual understanding makes it special for anyone wanting to grasp how English speakers articulate deep personal connection and acceptance.

[English]

I used to change my accent, change my stance

My phone number, the way I dance

Some people change lovers like they change their sheets

But I won't change you, honey, you're for keeps

I used to think I had to change the way I am

To feel better, to get a man

But once I stopped trying I fell for you

You fell for me, so I'll stay the same for you

Oh yeah, I know that I'm not perfect, baby

Oh yeah, it's no reason to go crazy

Oh yeah, boy you can always count on me

For better or for worse, I will always put you first

Now that I have found you, you've changed my life

'Cause you're the one who showed me I had everything right

We're never gonna differ 'cause we know it's true

So don't change me and I won't change you

And I won't change

And I won't change you

I used to change my style like I changed my mind

I tried to change a tyre but I'm not that way inclined

Tried to change my figure, my diet too

I'll still change my underwear if that's okay with you

Oh yeah, the world can sometimes make you feel bad

Oh yeah, but don't forget the things you have

Oh yeah, boy you can always count on me

In sickness and in health, baby, always be yourself

Now that I have found you, you've changed my life

'Cause you're the one who showed me I had everything right

We're never gonna differ 'cause we know it's true

So don't change me and I won't change you

And I won't change, and I won't change you

And I won't change, and I won't change you

And I won't change, and I won't change you

Now that I have found you, you've changed my life

You're the one who showed me I had everything right

We're never gonna differ 'cause we know it's true

So don't change me and I won't change you

Now that I have found you, you've changed my life

'Cause you're the one who showed me I had everything right

We're never gonna differ 'cause we know it's true

So don't change me and I won't change you

And I won't change, and I won't change you

And I won't change, and I won't change you

And I won't change, and I won't change you

So don't change me and I won't change you

And I won't change, and I won't change you

And I won't change, and I won't change you

And I won't change, and I won't change you

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Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
change /tʃeɪndʒ/ A1	verb - to become different noun - the act or instance of making or becoming different
accent /ˈæksent/ B1	noun - a distinctive way of pronouncing a language, especially one associated with a particular country, area, or social group
stance /stæns/ B2	noun - the way in which someone stands, especially when deliberately adopted (as in baseball, golf, and other sports); a person's opinion
dance /dæns/ A1	verb - to move rhythmically to music noun - an act of dancing
lovers /ˈlʌvər/ A2	noun - a person who is in love with someone
sheets /ʃiːts/ A1	noun - a large piece of cloth used as a bed covering
honey /ˈhʌni/ A2	noun - a sweet, viscous food substance made by bees
keeps /kiːps/ B2	noun - the strongest or central part of a medieval castle
perfect /ˈpɜːrfɪkt/ B1	adjective - completely free from faults or defects
crazy /ˈkreɪzi/ A2	adjective - mentally deranged; eccentric or strange
count /kaʊnt/ A2	verb - to determine the total number of (a collection of items)
worse /wɜːrs/ A2	adjective - of poorer quality or lower standard
found /faʊnd/ A1	verb - past tense of find
life /laɪf/ A1	noun - the condition that distinguishes animals and plants from inorganic matter
right /raɪt/ A1	adjective - morally good, justified, or acceptable
differ /ˈdɪfər/ B2	verb - to be unlike or dissimilar
style /staɪl/ A2	noun - a particular way of doing something
mind /maɪnd/ A1	noun - the element of a person that enables them to be aware of the world and their experiences, to think, and to feel; the faculty of consciousness and thought.
figure /ˈfɪɡjər/ B1	noun - A number, esp. one which forms part of a calculation or is used for reference
inclined /ɪnˈklaɪnd/ B2	adjective - feeling willing or favorably disposed towards (an action, belief, or attitude).
diet /ˈdaɪət/ A2	noun - the kinds of food that a person, animal, or community habitually eats.

Key Grammar Structures

• I used to change my accent, change my stance

  ➔ Used to + base form of the verb

  ➔ The phrase "used to" indicates a past habit or state that no longer exists.

• But I won't change you, honey, you're for keeps

  ➔ Will not + base form of the verb

  ➔ The phrase "won't" is a contraction of "will not" and indicates a refusal or decision about the future.

• Oh yeah, I know that I'm not perfect, baby

  ➔ Present simple tense

  ➔ The present simple tense is used to express facts or general truths.

• In sickness and in health, baby, always be yourself

  ➔ Imperative mood

  ➔ The imperative mood is used to give commands or make requests.

• Now that I have found you, you've changed my life

  ➔ Present perfect tense

  ➔ The present perfect tense is used to indicate an action that has relevance to the present.

• So don't change me and I won't change you

  ➔ So + imperative + and + future simple

  ➔ This structure combines a command with a future intention.