Something in the Water – English Lyrics

• By: Carrie Underwood

Lyrics & Translation

Discover the power of faith and renewal through Carrie Underwood's moving anthem, "Something in the Water." This song offers a beautiful opportunity to learn English through its heartfelt storytelling and uplifting lyrics. Exploring the narrative of finding hope in a moment of despair can provide a deep and emotional connection to the language, making the learning process more meaningful and memorable. The song's blend of contemporary country and traditional gospel also offers a glimpse into American cultural and musical heritage.

[English]

He said, "I've been where you've been before

Down every hallway's a slammin' door"

No way out, no one to come and save me

Wastin' a life that the good Lord gave you

Then somebody said what I'm sayin' to you

Open my eyes and told me the truth

He said, "Just a little faith, and it'll all get better"

So I followed that preacher man down to the river

And now I'm changed

And now I'm stronger

There must've been somethin' in the water

Oh, there must've been somethin' in the water

And well I heard what he said, and I went on my way

Didn't think about it for a couple of days

Then it hit me like a lightnin' late one night

I was all out of hope, and all out of fight

Couldn't fight back the tears, so I fell on my knees

Sayin', "God if you're there come and rescue me"

Felt love pourin' down from above

Got washed in the water, washed in the blood

And now I'm changed

And now I'm stronger

There must be somethin' in the water

Oh, there must be somethin' in the water

And now I'm singin' all along to "Amazin' Grace"

Can't nobody wipe this smile off my face

Got joy in my heart, angels on my side

Thinkin' about it, I saw the Lord

Gonna look ahead, no turnin' back

Live every day, give it all that I have

Trusted someone bigger than me

Ever since the day that I believed

I am changed

And now I'm stronger

There must be been somethin' in the water (amazing grace)

Oh, there must be somethin' in the water (how sweet the sound)

Oh, there must be somethin' in the water (that saved a wretch)

Oh, there must be somethin' in the water (like me)

Oh, yeah

I am stronger (I once was lost)

(But now I'm found) stronger

(Was blind, but now I see)

Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
water /ˈwɔːtər/ A1	noun - clear liquid that falls as rain and is used for drinking, washing, etc.
changed /tʃeɪndʒd/ A2	verb - became different adjective - made different; altered
stronger /ˈstrɔŋɡər/ A2	adjective - having more physical power or able to withstand more force
faith /feɪθ/ B1	noun - trust in someone or something; strong religious belief
river /ˈrɪvər/ A2	noun - a natural flowing watercourse that flows into an ocean or sea
preacher /ˈpriːtʃər/ B2	noun - a person who delivers religious sermons
Lord /lɔːrd/ B2	noun - a title for God or Jesus Christ
God /ɡɒd/ A2	noun - the supreme being in many religions
love /lʌv/ A1	noun - strong affection or care for someone
blood /blʌd/ A2	noun - red liquid that circulates in the body
grace /ɡreɪs/ B2	noun - divine assistance given to humans for their regeneration; unmerited divine favor
heart /hɑːrt/ A1	noun - organ that pumps blood; center of emotion
angels /ˈeɪndʒəlz/ B2	noun - spiritual beings believed to act as messengers of God
believe /bɪˈliːv/ A2	verb - to accept as true; to have faith
save /seɪv/ A2	verb - to rescue from danger or harm
wash /wɒʃ/ A2	verb - to clean with water
follow /ˈfɒloʊ/ A2	verb - to go or come after; to accept guidance or authority
rescue /ˈreskjuː/ B1	verb - to save from a dangerous or difficult situation

Key Grammar Structures

• He said, 'I've been where you've been before'

  ➔ Indirect Speech (Reported Speech)

  ➔ The use of 'said' followed by a past tense verb ('I've been') to report what someone else said, without directly quoting them.

• No way out, no one to come and save me

  ➔ Present Simple in Negative Form

  ➔ The use of 'No' to negate the present simple verbs 'is' (implied) and 'comes', indicating a general truth or permanent situation.

• Then somebody said what I'm sayin' to you

  ➔ Present Continuous in Reported Speech

  ➔ The use of 'what I'm sayin' to you' to report ongoing action at the time of speaking, using the present continuous tense.

• So I followed that preacher man down to the river

  ➔ Past Simple with 'So'

  ➔ The use of 'So' to indicate a consequence or result, followed by the past simple verb 'followed'.

• And now I'm changed, And now I'm stronger

  ➔ Present Simple with Adverbs of Time

  ➔ The use of 'now' as an adverb of time with the present simple verbs 'am changed' and 'am stronger' to indicate a current state.

• Sayin', 'God if you're there come and rescue me'

  ➔ If Clause in Indirect Speech

  ➔ The use of 'if you're there' as a condition in indirect speech, maintaining the present tense from the original statement.

• Got joy in my heart, angels on my side

  ➔ Present Perfect Simple

  ➔ The use of 'Got' (have got) to indicate possession or a state that began in the past and continues to the present.

• Trusted someone bigger than me

  ➔ Past Simple with Comparative Adjective

  ➔ The use of the comparative adjective 'bigger' to compare two entities, followed by the past simple verb 'Trusted'.