Explained in English

30/11/2022

Thanks to everyone in over 87 countries around the world who have listened to the podcast this past year. I still have a lot of explanations to release and even more on my mind to record. Here's to a great 2023!

07/05/2022

It's time to explain another great Simon & Garfunkel classic: The Sound of Silence. Enjoy improving your English with the cryptic and dreamlike lyrics.

https://explainedinenglish.com/podcast/soundofsilence.html

Learn English with music as I explain the meaning and lyrics of the song The Sound of Silence by Simon & Garfunkel - Explained in English

02/05/2022

Ever wanted to have a better idea of what Queen's Bohemian Rhapsody is about? Check out this special, two-part song explanation made just for you.

https://explainedinenglish.com/podcast/bohemian.html

Learn English with music as I explain the meaning and lyrics of the song Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen - Explained in English

07/03/2022

Some problems are human problems, and they only take a different form as time moves on. Although the song was written in the 1960s, Bob Dylan's "Blowin' in the Wind" has a lot of relevance to our world today.

Get to know the song and improve your English at the same time. You can listen to the music, read the lyrics, and hear the explanation using the transcript at: https://explainedinenglish.com/podcast/blowin.html

Learn English with music as I explain the meaning and lyrics of the song Blowin' in the Wind by Bob Dylan - Explained in English

07/03/2022

Ready for some 80s? Just in case you didn't catch it, you can improve your English with Every Breath You Take by the Police. It's a song most of us have heard but that not everyone understands very well. You can listen to the music, read the lyrics, and hear the explanation using the transcript at: https://explainedinenglish.com/podcast/everybreath.html

Happy listening all!

Learn English with music as I explain the meaning and lyrics of the song Every Step You Take by The Police - Explained in English

24/05/2021

Today's song is by one of my favorite music artists, Sufjan Stevens. If you haven't heard of him then you are missing out! The song is called "Death with Dignity" and it is the first song on a very beautiful, personal, and heart-pulling album themed on grieving the loss of a loved one. In this song, Sufjan writes about his mother and his feelings as he processes her death. You can listen to the music, read the lyrics, and hear the explanation using the interactive transcript at: https://explainedinenglish.com/podcast/deathwithdignity.html

I suggest listening with headphones. The rest of the songs on the album are also really really good. You can listen to all of them from my website. If you have any questions or comments feel free to share. Happy listening everyone! -Kiah

Learn English with music as I explain the lyrics and meaning of the song Death with Dignity by Sufjan Stevens - Explained in English for English learners.

12/05/2021

While Lady Gaga usually writes catchy, poppy songs appropriate for dance clubs, if you take a closer look at the lyrics you can often find much more meaning. Today's song, "911", is a perfect example.
https://www.explainedinenglish.com/podcast/911.html
I'm also very excited to welcome our first guest interpreter to the show, Ariel Goodbody, who is a teacher, writer, and fellow podcaster. Learn some great vocabulary and get a true understanding of the song meaning and music video in today's episode.

Happy listening and learning everyone!
-Kiah

Learn English with music as I explain the lyrics and meaning of the song 911 by Lady Gaga - Explained in English for English learners.

09/04/2021

Usually I say grab a hot drink for the explanation, but this song will leave you wanting a glass of wine. Enjoy this jazzy, rainy day song about missed chances and lost love, sung by the wonderfully talented Norah Jones.
"Don't Know Why" by Norah Jones. Lyrics difficulty: ✦✦✧
https://explainedinenglish.com/podcast/dontknowwhy.html

If you enjoy the song and explanation leave a like and comment below! It helps get these explanations to more ears! I'm also always happy to hear what the song means to you personally. Thanks everyone and happy listening and learning.
-Kiah

Learn English with music as I explain the lyrics and meaning of the song Don't Know Why by Norah Jones - Explained in English for English learners.

02/04/2021

Decisions can be hard to make, especially if everyone is telling you something different. This song is for all the indecisive people out there. Get to know the classic "(Sittin' on) The Dock of the Bay" by Otis Redding. Lyrics difficulty: ✦✦✧
https://explainedinenglish.com/podcast/dockofthebay.html

Have you ever been in a situation where you can't decide what to do?
-Kiah

Improve your English with music as I explain the lyrics and meaning of the song Sittin' on the Dock of the Bay by Otis Redding (Explained in English)

30/03/2021

It's easy to search for song explanations by grammar topic, difficulty level, and decade. Watch this video and see how to use the new feature at https://explainedinenglish.com/podcast.html

27/03/2021

It's time for Explained in English's first 80s song explanation. Improve your English and learn all about the hit song "With or Without You" by U2. Lyrics difficulty: ✦✦✧
https://explainedinenglish.com/podcast/withorwithout.html
What do you think the song is about? Share your thoughts below.

Happy listening and learning!
-Kiah

Improve your English with music as I explain the lyrics and meaning of the song With or Without You by U2 (Explained in English)

21/03/2021

Today we welcome the spring with the song "Here Comes the Sun" by The Beatles. It's a feel-good song that expresses relief after a long and hard period in life. May the sun come and abound in all of our lives this spring. Lyrics difficulty: ✦✧✧

https://explainedinenglish.com/podcast/herecomes.html

What does the song mean to you? Share your interpretation below.

Improve your English with music as I explain the lyrics and meaning of the song Here Comes the Sun by The Beatles (Explained in English)

15/03/2021

Hello listeners! Some people who follow the page are not seeing new songs when I post them. Please do this to make sure you get notified of new song explanations on Facebook:

1. Go to the Explained in English page: https://www.facebook.com/explainedinenglish
2. Click the blue “Follow” button.
3. In the News Feed section click the ✰ star to add to favorites.
4. In the Notifications settings click on “Posts” and change to “Standard”.
5. Click “Update” at the bottom.

I posted a video with subtitles/CC if you need help. Unfortunately this is the only way to get notified of every new song explanation on Facebook. You can always turn it off using the same method, but I promise to only post 1-2 times per week. Thanks everyone and see you in the next explanation. -Kiah

11/03/2021

Special dual song this week: "I Hung My Head" by Sting, but also performed by Johnny Cash. It's a story that's great for practicing the past tense in English. Which version is better in your opinion? Leave a comment and vote below.
https://explainedinenglish.com/podcast/hunghead.html

Happy listening and learning! -Kiah

Improve your English with music as I explain the lyrics and meaning of the song I Hung My Head by Sting (Cover by Johnny Cash)

04/03/2021

Do you follow your head or your heart in relationships? Find out what the song "The Scientist" by Coldplay is really all about and improve your English at the same time. Click to start learning:

https://explainedinenglish.com/podcast/thescientist.html

Happy listening everyone! -Kiah

Improve your English with music as I explain the lyrics and meaning of the song The Scientist by Coldplay

26/02/2021

Improve your English with the song No Surprises by Radiohead. It's a great song for anyone who feels tired with how life is going. Click below and I'll explain the lyrics and meaning for you:
https://explainedinenglish.com/podcast/nosurprises.html

Happy listening and learning!
-Kiah

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Improve your English with music as I explain the lyrics and meaning of the song No Surprises by Radiohead.

15/02/2021

Peruvian music + American lyrics = Love. El Condor Pasa is an unforgettable tune and the words by Simon & Garfunkel express the desire within us for freedom, beauty, and connection with life.

Improve your English now with the song El Condor Pasa (If I Could) by Simon and Garfunkel. Click below to get started:

https://explainedinenglish.com/podcast/condor.html

Happy listening everyone! -Kiah

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Learn English with music and song lyrics. Listen to the Explained in English Podcast for English learners and music lovers to improve your language skills with explanations of song meaning, vocabulary, and grammar

12/02/2021

Hello English learners and music lovers! Ever wish you could go back in time? Paul McCartney of The Beatles did when he wrote "Yesterday". It's a song about regret and missing someone you love.

Improve your English and learn all about the song Yesterday by the Beatles. Just click the link below to get started:

explainedinenglish.com/podcast/yesterday.html

Happy listening! I hope you find it helpful.
-Kiah