So Emotional – English Lyrics

• By: Christina Aguilera

Lyrics & Translation

Discover the soulful side of a young Christina Aguilera with "So Emotional." This song is a great opportunity to explore the nuances of English expression related to love and passion. The lyrics use vivid metaphors like being an 'ocean' of someone, and contrasting states like 'black or white' and 'high and low,' which are common in English to describe intense feelings. Its R&B rhythm and clear, powerful vocals make it a compelling and enjoyable way to learn.

Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
emotional /ɪˈmoʊʃənl/ B2	adjective - relating to strong feelings
love /lʌv/ A1	noun - deep affection verb - to feel deep affection for
fight /faɪt/ B1	noun - a violent conflict verb - to engage in a conflict
blue /bluː/ B1	adjective - sad or depressed
crazy /ˈkreɪzi/ B2	adjective - mentally unstable or wildly enthusiastic
mystery /ˈmɪstəri/ B2	noun - something that is difficult to understand
imagination /ɪˌmædʒɪˈneɪʃən/ B2	noun - the ability to form new ideas or images not present to the senses
ocean /ˈoʊʃən/ B1	noun - a vast body of salt water
sinking /ˈsɪŋkɪŋ/ B2	verb - going down below the surface
rain /reɪn/ A1	noun - water droplets falling from the sky verb - to fall as rain
sun /sʌn/ A1	noun - the star at the center of the solar system
north /nɔːrθ/ A1	noun - the direction toward the top of a map adjective - situated in the northern direction
south /saʊθ/ A1	noun - the direction toward the bottom of a map adjective - situated in the southern direction
hold /hoʊld/ B1	verb - to keep or grasp noun - a grip or grasp
give /ɡɪv/ A1	verb - to transfer something to someone
feel /fiːl/ A1	verb - to experience an emotion or sensation
make /meɪk/ A1	verb - to create or cause
high /haɪ/ B1	adjective - at a great height
low /loʊ/ B1	adjective - situated below the usual level