

BE 283: Manic Monday? How Native Speakers Reference Music Lyrics in Conversation
Jul 18, 2024
Explore how native speakers reference music lyrics in conversations, from classics like 'Nine to Five' to hits like 'Working for the Weekend' and 'Manic Monday'. Learn how music reflects cultural values related to work and how using music references in conversations can convey complex feelings and ideas about work. Dive into a role play conversation using music lyrics to understand the emotional impact on dialogue and connect it to American culture and work themes.
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1 2 3 4 5
Intro
00:00 • 2min
Workplace Songs and the Nine to Five Workday
01:31 • 3min
Exploring the Meaning of 'Working for the Weekend' through Music Lyrics
04:49 • 2min
Exploring Cultural References in Music Lyrics for Conversations
06:27 • 8min
Music Lyrics Reference and Role Play Conversation
14:19 • 5min