Category: IELTS Speaking

IELTS Speaking Part 2 Topic Music

Describe your favorite song.

• Which song is it?
• Why you like it?
• When you first heard it?
• Why you feel attached to it?

Sample Answer

My favorite song is “Skyfall”. It is the theme song of the James Bond film named “Skyfall. It is an orchestral pop song performed by English singer Adele. She had also co-written the Skyfall theme with Paul Epworth. They both have won Grammy for this song in the category of ‘Best Song Written for Visual Media’. The song is based on the plot, about two people being together to face all the obstacles of life courageously.

This song has always been close to my heart since I first heard it. My friend made me hear this song while driving back to home from our office. We both like watching series of James Bond movies and this song sounds exactly like a typical Bond song. I loved it straight away and played it again and again. I think, this song is simple yet has a profound meaning .It truly motivates us if we correctly interprets its hidden meaning. The lyrics of this song are in sync with the plot of the film. It tells about the cycle of “death and rebirth”, and how we spend the journey of life. Even in the most dreadful moment of life, we can conquer anything if we have the support of our loved ones.

The sky and the earth paradoxically coming together portrays a point where one life ends and other starts and the soul becomes free. In the beginning of this song, the music is very slow, light and soothing, makes me feel serene and composed. Gradually, it becomes bold, strong and exhilarating. Whenever I listen to this song, it empowers me and gives me a combined sense of excitement and tranquility. This song may refer to a spiritual journey of life, or the connection between two souls but it certainly gives you goose bumps. Moreover, Adele’s soul-stirring voice definitely compliments it well.

Overall, I feel that orchestral music is so versatile, which gives you a mixed kind of emotions while listening to it. Due to such kind of music, this song has become deep, beautiful and uplifting.

Music Follow-up Questions

Q1. What Kind of music is popular in your country?

A1. India has total twenty eight states speaking different regional languages. Music in India not only unites this diversity, but is also an integral part of the socio-religious life. The music of India includes different types of music like, classical, regional, folk, western, Bollywood etc. But western, regional and Bollywood music are more popular.

Q2. Do you feel old generation likes today’s music?

A2. Due to generation gap, old generation is just not able to understand and relate with today’s music. Old people tend to attach their personal feelings and emotions to the songs they heard during their young age.  But it does not mean that they don’t enjoy today’s music.L and preferences change with change in time Personality is directly related to the kind of music we choose. They might have enjoyed it back then as it was best of their time but times change. .. Old people like old music because they think it belongs to their era.

Q3. What is the difference between old and new music?

A3. Old songs have a soft and slow music. Old music was not loud like today’s music .the lyrics of the old songs were used to be very intense and meaningful. Due to change in technology, variations in music can be seen in today’s songs but there is no charm left in the lyrics. Old songs were full of feelings and emotions. Whereas, nowadays more emphasis is given on entertainment.

Q4. Does music have a bad influence sometimes?

A4. Generally, music is connected with the soul. We can rejuvenate our mind and body by listening to some soft music. It also helps in releasing tension and stress. People often enjoy dancing on their favorite songs. Apart from the benefits, there are some limitations of music as well. It increases noise pollution and can adversely impact our ear and brain. Excessive use of headsets and earphones can cause hearing disability.

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SPEAKING (Part 1)

Q 1. Describe yourself?

A 1. I am a life-long learner as I believe in a continuous and self-motivated pursuit of knowledge. Furthermore, I accept both success and failure with a positive attitude, without blaming others. I am a responsible and an accountable person as I take complete responsibility of my actions.

Q 2.  Do people in your country prefer to live in cities or countryside?

A 2. People in country prefer to live in cities because they can get better education there. In addition ,they also get all types of facilities in cities, like hospitals, transport etc. Life becomes easier in cities.

Q 3. Do you think time is important?

A 3. Time is more valuable than money as it cannot be earned, saved and invested for future use. I believe a time gone never comes back, it is lost forever. Therefore, we shouldn’t be careless with our time.

Q 4. How often do you wear watch?

A 4. I try to make the best use of my time, so I always prefer wearing watch. Since I have developed this habit of wearing a wrist watch, I have become more attentive to how I spend my day in a productive manner.

Q 5. Are you punctual?

A 5.  I am very punctual as I value my time as well as the time of others. Punctuality helps you establish yourself as a dependable and reliable person.

Q 6.
Where did you get your watch?

A 6. My father gifted me this watch on my last birthday, therefore, it is very close to my heart.

Q 7. What do you use your watch for?

A 7. I have a smart watch. It can be used for many purposes. I can get directions using GPS over this watch. It works as a good fitness tracker as it can count steps, distance, calorie, heart rate, pulse rate, and sleep etc. Moreover, we can receive calls or reply to SMS through this watch.

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