Perfect – English Lyrics

• By: Pentatonix

Lyrics & Translation

Dive into the harmonious world of Pentatonix's 'Perfect,' an exquisite a cappella cover of Ed Sheeran's romantic ballad. This song offers a fantastic opportunity to appreciate how vocal arrangements can reimagine a familiar tune, with its layered harmonies and impressive beatboxing. You'll learn how English lyrics can convey deep emotional narratives about love and commitment, all while enjoying the group's signature vocal artistry and the surprising, beautiful addition of cello to their sound.

[English]

I found a love for me

Darling, just dive right in and follow my lead

...

Well, I found a girl, beautiful and sweet

I never knew you were the someone waiting for me

'Cause we were just kids when we fell in love

Not knowing what it was

I will not give you up this time

But darling, just kiss me slow, your heart is all I own

And in your eyes, you're holding mine

Baby, I'm dancing in the dark with you between my arms

Barefoot on the grass

We're listening to our favourite song

When you said you looked a mess

I whispered underneath my breath

But you heard it, darling, you look perfect tonight

...

Well I found a woman, stronger than anyone I know

She shares my dreams, I hope that someday I'll share her home

I found a love, to carry more than just my secrets

To carry love, to carry children of our own

We are still kids, but we're so in love

Fighting against all odds

I know we'll be alright this time

Darling, just hold my hand

Be my girl, I'll be your man

I see my future in your eyes

Baby, I'm dancing in the dark with you between my arms

Barefoot on the grass

We're listening to our favourite song

When I saw you in that dress, looking so beautiful

I don't deserve this, darling, you look perfect tonight

...

Baby I oh, I'm dancing in the dark, with you between my arms

We're barefoot on the grass, we're listening to our favorite song

I have faith in what I see

Now I know I have met an angel in person

And she looks perfect

I don't deserve this

You look perfect tonight

...

Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
love /lʌv/ A1	noun - an intense feeling of deep affection verb - to feel deep affection for someone
perfect /ˈpɜːrfɪkt/ A2	adjective - having all qualities in ideal state; flawless
dancing /ˈdænsɪŋ/ A1	verb - moving rhythmically to music
dark /dɑːrk/ A1	noun - absence of light; darkness
barefoot /ˈberfʊt/ B1	adjective - without shoes or socks
angel /ˈeɪndʒl/ A2	noun - a spiritual being; metaphorically a kind person
whispered /ˈwɪspərd/ B1	verb - spoke very softly using one's breath
fighting /ˈfaɪtɪŋ/ A2	verb - engaging in conflict or struggle
carry /ˈkæri/ A2	verb - to support and move something/someone
deserves /dɪˈzɜːrvz/ B1	verb - to be worthy of something
sweet /swiːt/ A1	adjective - pleasing in manner; kind
mess /mes/ A2	noun - dirty or untidy state
faith /feɪθ/ B1	noun - complete trust or confidence
stronger /ˈstrɒŋɡər/ A1	adjective - comparative of strong; having greater power
dive /daɪv/ B1	verb - to plunge into something enthusiastically
follow /ˈfɒləʊ/ A1	verb - to go after or move behind
fell /fel/ A2	verb - past tense of fall; to drop down
odds /ɒdz/ B2	noun - difficulties making success unlikely

Key Grammar Structures

• I found a love for me

  ➔ Present Perfect Tense

  ➔ The phrase uses the Present Perfect Tense with 'have/has + past participle' to indicate an action that occurred in the past but is relevant to the present.

• Darling, just dive right in and follow my lead

  ➔ Imperative Mood

  ➔ The sentence uses the Imperative Mood with 'just dive' and 'follow' to give direct commands or instructions.

• I never knew you were the someone waiting for me

  ➔ Past Simple + Past Continuous

  ➔ The sentence contrasts 'never knew' (Past Simple) with 'were waiting' (Past Continuous) to show an action that was ongoing in the past while another action occurred.

• But darling, just kiss me slow, your heart is all I own

  ➔ Present Simple in a Command

  ➔ The phrase uses 'just kiss' in the Present Simple to politely request an action, though it functions as a command.

• We're listening to our favourite song

  ➔ Present Continuous Tense

  ➔ The sentence uses the Present Continuous Tense with 'are listening' to describe an action happening now.

• I don't deserve this, darling, you look perfect tonight

  ➔ Present Simple with Adverbial Phrase

  ➔ The sentence uses the Present Simple 'look' with the adverbial phrase 'tonight' to specify when the action occurs.