Numb – English Lyrics

• By: Marshmello, Khalid

Lyrics & Translation

Dive into the vibrant world of English pop music with "Numb" by Marshmello and Khalid! This upbeat deep house track offers a fantastic opportunity to learn modern English vocabulary related to joy, celebration, and living in the moment. Khalid's clear and expressive vocals make the lyrics easy to follow, allowing you to grasp idiomatic expressions and common phrases used in everyday conversations. The song's catchy melody and positive message make it a special and engaging piece for language learners, encouraging you to sing along and internalize new words in a fun, memorable way.

Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
numb /nʌm/ B1	adjective - sensationally deprived; lacking feeling or responsiveness verb - to deprive of feeling
forget /fərˈɡet/ A2	verb - to be unable to remember information
sun /sʌn/ A1	noun - the star that provides light and warmth to Earth
moon /muːn/ A1	noun - the natural satellite of Earth
life /laɪf/ A1	noun - the condition that distinguishes organisms from inorganic matter
party /ˈpɑːrti/ A2	noun - a social gathering of people for pleasure
savings /ˈseɪvɪŋz/ B1	noun - money accumulated for future use
crazy /ˈkreɪzi/ A2	adjective - mentally deranged, extremely enthusiastic
basement /ˈbeɪsmənt/ B1	noun - the part of a building wholly or partly underground
hotel /hoʊˈtel/ A2	noun - an establishment providing accommodation, meals, and other services
wasted /ˈweɪstɪd/ B1	adjective - drunk or under the influence of drugs
fantasy /ˈfæntəsi/ B2	noun - the faculty or activity of imagining things
dance /dæns/ A1	verb - to move rhythmically to music
high /haɪ/ B1	adjective - under the influence of drugs
mood /muːd/ A2	noun - a temporary state of mind or feeling
fall /fɔːl/ A1	verb - to move downwards

Key Grammar Structures

• I wanna get numb

  ➔ Use of 'wanna' (want to) - informal contraction

  ➔ This is a very common colloquialism in English, especially in modern music. It's a shortened form of 'I want to'.

• lookin' in your eyes is like lookin' at the sun

  ➔ Use of 'lookin'' (looking) - informal spelling/pronunciation, use of 'like' as a preposition

  ➔ The informal spelling 'lookin'' is common in lyrics. 'Like' functions as a preposition here, comparing the experience of looking into the person's eyes to looking at the sun.

• I feel like you're the moon

  ➔ Use of 'feel like' to express an opinion/impression

  ➔ This is a common idiom meaning 'I think' or 'I believe'. It conveys a sense of wonder and admiration.

• When it get numb, go crazy

  ➔ Use of 'get numb' (become numb), informal phrasing

  ➔ This line suggests a release of emotion or inhibition when feeling numb. The phrasing is casual and conversational.

• Life is only what you make it

  ➔ Use of 'is' - simple present tense, stating a general truth

  ➔ This is a common proverb expressing the idea that our lives are shaped by our choices and actions.

• I just wanna get lost tonight and dance with you

  ➔ Use of 'wanna' (want to), 'just' as an intensifier, present continuous ('dance with you')

  ➔ This line expresses a desire for escapism and connection through dancing.

• You're my fantasy, yeah, I don't wanna fall asleep yet

  ➔ Use of 'You're' (You are), use of 'wanna' (want to)

  ➔ This line conveys a sense of idealization and a desire to prolong a pleasurable experience.

• I wanna get numb, numb, numb, numb

  ➔ Repetition of 'numb' - emphasizes the desire for emotional detachment

  ➔ The repetition reinforces the central theme of the song: the desire to escape from emotional pain.

• I, I wanna get numb

  ➔ Repetition of 'I' - emphasizes the speaker's personal struggle

  ➔ The repeated 'I' highlights the intensely personal nature of the desire to numb oneself.