Wish You Were Here – English Lyrics

• By: Limp Bizkit, John Rzeznik

Lyrics & Translation

Dive into the powerful emotions of "Wish You Were Here" by Limp Bizkit and John Rzeznik, a moving cover performed as a tribute to the 9/11 victims. This unique rendition offers a compelling way to engage with English lyrics that convey deep feelings of loss and solidarity, showcasing how music can unite and express collective grief through simple yet profound language. The blend of musical styles and the heartfelt message make this song particularly special for understanding emotional expression in English.

[English]

So...

So you think you can tell

heaven from hell?

Blue skies from pain?

Can you tell green field

from a cold steel rail?

A smile from a veil?

Do you think you can tell?

So...

do you think we can change

everybody that hates

before it's too late?

So proud to be free

but who can we blame?

Don't be ashamed

Do you think we can change?

How I wish,

how I wish you were here.

We're a world of lost souls swimming in a fish bowl,

year after year.

Running over the same old ground,

what have we found?

The same old fears.

Wish you were here.

We don't need any more pain.

We just need to remain on the very same page,

so much to gain.

No more losing a friend or losing ourselves.

We just need your help.

We're so glad you are here.

Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
wish /wɪʃ/ A1	verb - to want something that is difficult or impossible to have
change /tʃeɪndʒ/ A1	verb - to make or become different
tell /tɛl/ A1	verb - to say or inform
proud /praʊd/ A2	adjective - feeling deep pleasure or satisfaction
free /friː/ A1	adjective - not imprisoned or enslaved
blame /bleɪm/ A2	verb - to say or think that someone is responsible for something bad
ashamed /əˈʃeɪmd/ B1	adjective - feeling shame or guilt
lost /lɔːst/ A1	adjective - unable to find one's way or whereabouts
souls /soʊlz/ B1	noun - the spiritual part of a person
swimming /ˈswɪmɪŋ/ A1	verb - to move through water by using one's arms and legs
running /ˈrʌnɪŋ/ A1	verb - to move swiftly on foot
found /faʊnd/ A1	verb - to discover or encounter something
fears /fɪrz/ A2	noun - an unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous
pain /peɪn/ A1	noun - a feeling of discomfort or suffering
gain /ɡeɪn/ A2	verb - to obtain or secure something desirable
help /hɛlp/ A1	verb - to assist or support someone