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Somewhere Over the Rainbow – English Lyrics

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By
Israel "IZ" Kamakawiwo'ole
Album
The Best of Israel Kamakawiwo‘ole
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Language
English
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Lyrics & Translation

Embark on a linguistic and cultural journey with Israel "IZ" Kamakawiwoʻole's iconic rendition of "Somewhere Over the Rainbow." This gentle, ukulele-driven medley offers a beautiful blend of English lyrics with a distinct Hawaiian soul, making it perfect for learners to grasp the nuances of spoken English through its clear, heartfelt delivery. Discover how Iz's unique interpretation, infused with his love for Hawaii, transforms a classic into a powerful anthem of hope and peace, inviting you to explore not just the language but also the rich cultural undertones that make this song truly special.

[English]

Ooh-ooh-ooh
Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh
Ooh-ooh-ooh
Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh
Ooh-ooh-ooh
Ooh-ooh-ooh
Somewhere over the rainbow
Way up high
And the dreams that you dream of
Once in a lullaby, oh
Somewhere over the rainbow
Bluebirds fly
And the dreams that you dream of
Dreams really do come true-ooh-ooh
Someday I'll wish upon a star
Wake up where the clouds are far behind me
Where trouble melts like lemon drops
High above the chimney tops that's where
You'll find me, oh
Somewhere over the rainbow
Bluebirds fly
And the dream that you dare to
Oh why, oh why can't I? I
Someday I'll wish upon a star
Wake up where the clouds are far behind me
Where trouble melts like lemon drops
High above the chimney top that's where you'll find me
Oh, somewhere over the rainbow way up high
And the dream that you dare to
Why, oh why can't I? I
Ooh-ooh-ooh
Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh
Ooh-ooh
Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh
Ooh-ah-ah-eh-ah
Ah-ah-ah-ah-ah-ah-ah

Key Vocabulary

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Vocabulary Meanings

rainbow

/ˈreɪnbəʊ/

A2
  • noun
  • - an arc of colours appearing in the sky, caused by refraction of light in rain droplets.

dream

/driːm/

A2
  • noun
  • - a series of thoughts, images, and sensations occurring in a person's mind during sleep.
  • verb
  • - to experience images, emotions, and sensations during sleep.

fly

/flaɪ/

A1
  • verb
  • - move through the air using wings.

star

/stɑːr/

A1
  • noun
  • - a luminous point in the night sky.

wake

/weɪk/

A2
  • verb
  • - cease to sleep.

trouble

/ˈtrʌbl/

B1
  • noun
  • - difficulty or problems.

melt

/melt/

B1
  • verb
  • - become liquid.

lemon

/ˈlemən/

B1
  • noun
  • - a yellow citrus fruit.

drop

/drɒp/

A1
  • noun
  • - a small amount of liquid.
  • verb
  • - fall or let fall.

high

/haɪ/

A1
  • adjective
  • - far above the ground.

cloud

/klaʊd/

A1
  • noun
  • - a visible mass of condensed water vapor floating in the atmosphere.

dare

/deər/

B1
  • verb
  • - have the courage to do something.

wish

/wɪʃ/

A2
  • verb
  • - feel or express a strong desire or hope for something that is not easily attained.
  • noun
  • - a thing that one hopes or wishes for.

tops

/tɒps/

A2
  • noun
  • - the highest part of something.

find

/faɪnd/

A1
  • verb
  • - discover or locate.

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