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Sue 00:56
I got the job 01:00
We'll buy the house 01:06
You'll need to rest 01:12
But now we'll make it 01:16
Sue 01:33
The Clinic called 01:37
the X-rays file 01:45
I brought you home 01:51
I just said home 01:53
Sue you said you wanted riches 02:09
Sue the virgin on your stone 02:14
for your grave 02:24
Why too dark to speak the words 02:27
For I know that you have a son 02:35
Oh folly Sue 02:40
Sue I pushed you down 03:16
Beneath the weeds endless faith 03:21
In hopeless deeds 03:25
I kissed your face 03:31
Sue 03:39
Goodbye 03:47

Sue (Or in a Season of Crime) – English Lyrics

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Dive into the intricate world of David Bowie's "Sue (Or in a Season of Crime)" – a song that challenges conventions and invites listeners to explore its complex narrative and groundbreaking experimental jazz sound. Learning English through this song offers a unique linguistic journey, as Bowie's nuanced lyrics, often open to interpretation, can deepen your understanding of English metaphor and storytelling within music. Its adventurous instrumentation and dark, compelling themes make it a special and rewarding piece for language learners seeking to engage with sophisticated lyrical content and a truly innovative musical landscape.

[English]

Sue
I got the job
We'll buy the house
You'll need to rest
But now we'll make it
Sue
The Clinic called
the X-rays file
I brought you home
I just said home
Sue you said you wanted riches
Sue the virgin on your stone
for your grave
Why too dark to speak the words
For I know that you have a son
Oh folly Sue
Sue I pushed you down
Beneath the weeds endless faith
In hopeless deeds
I kissed your face
Sue
Goodbye

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