Wasted – English Lyrics

• By: Margaret

Lyrics & Translation

Dive into the vibrant world of Polish pop with Margaret's hit song "Wasted"! This track is an excellent way to learn everyday English phrases related to parties and recounting experiences, even when memories are a blur. Its catchy melody and relatable story of a night out make it special and an engaging listen for language learners.

Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
wasted /ˈweɪstɪd/ B1	adjective - used or expended carelessly or to no purpose verb - to spend or use carelessly
time /taɪm/ A1	noun - the indefinite continued progress of existence and events
love /lʌv/ A1	noun - a deep affection verb - to have a deep affection for
chance /tʃæns/ A2	noun - a possibility of something happening
regret /rɪˈɡrɛt/ B1	noun - a feeling of sadness or disappointment over something that has happened verb - to feel sad or disappointed about something that has happened
moment /ˈmoʊmənt/ A2	noun - a particular point in time
feel /fiːl/ A1	verb - to perceive or experience emotionally
lost /lɔst/ A2	adjective - no longer in the original or proper place verb - to be unable to find one's way
memory /ˈmɛməri/ A2	noun - the faculty by which the mind stores and remembers information
pain /peɪn/ A1	noun - physical suffering or discomfort

Key Grammar Structures

• I wish I could turn back time, but it’s wasted

  ➔ Past perfect + but + past simple

  ➔ The past perfect ('could turn back') is used to describe an action that didn't happen before another past action ('it’s wasted').

• You said you’d stay forever, now you’re faded

  ➔ Past simple + now + past participle

  ➔ The contrast between the past promise ('You said you’d stay') and the current state ('now you’re faded') is highlighted using 'now'.

• If only I could forget the way you tasted

  ➔ If only + past simple

  ➔ 'If only' expresses a strong wish for something that is unlikely or impossible ('forget the way you tasted').