phuketsub Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 I am doing a university course and would like to include some English language songs for my students. I understand the need to use songs they have heard before and I see a lot of such songs on shows like Thailand's Got Talent. I am just wondering if anyone can recommend some songs that are catchy, have fairly simple lyrics and are a hit with Thai students. Thanks in advance for any help. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lostinisaan Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 I did quite a few seminars for Thai English teachers, educational area office employees, etc and I used "Holiday" from Scorpions. Most of them know and love this song.Many will join in and sing with you...... Another one, I'd reckon is Hotel California from the Eagles. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neeranam Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 ZOMBIE MY LOVE 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlyAnimal Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 "My Heart will go on" from Titanic is probably a good choice, my wife said that that was previously really popular and everyone will probably know it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neeranam Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Ronan Keating = nothing at all Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chakatee Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 +1 for Hotel California Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codesh Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 +1 for Hotel California NO, no, no, no. Pleeese do not encourage anymore Hotel Californias! I loved this song - and then I came to Thailand. Arrghhhhhhh! One of my friends has become quite fluent in Thai because of his love of karaoke - he now knows about 10 Thai songs with perfectly correct tones and pronunciation. I can imagine your classroom with the karaoke machine up front as they practice their English. Knowing Thai love for karaoke, you will sure be their favourite teacher .! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lostinisaan Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 (edited) +1 for Hotel California NO, no, no, no. Pleeese do not encourage anymore Hotel Californias! I loved this song - and then I came to Thailand. Arrghhhhhhh! One of my friends has become quite fluent in Thai because of his love of karaoke - he now knows about 10 Thai songs with perfectly correct tones and pronunciation. I can imagine your classroom with the karaoke machine up front as they practice their English. Knowing Thai love for karaoke, you will sure be their favourite teacher .! You can check out any time of this forum, but you can never leave...... Another one would be from Danzig. - "Mother"........http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Gw5pyjBYmQ.. Or Frank Zappa"s : "Why does it hurt, when I pee?" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3vmPwZT-9zY. Edited September 3, 2014 by lostinisaan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puyai Posted September 4, 2014 Share Posted September 4, 2014 Beatles - Hello Goodbye Do in pairs with actions. I would list the actions, but haven't got time... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soblue2001 Posted September 4, 2014 Share Posted September 4, 2014 Ronan Keating - Nothing at all Adele - Someone like you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phuketsub Posted September 5, 2014 Author Share Posted September 5, 2014 I thank you all for your contributions; I do think it might be hard to stomach Hotel California six times a week, but I guess it is a sacrifice I may have to make...I would definitely like to work in more Beatles, like 'Love Me Do', but not sure if they would be familiar with it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cuddlycat Posted September 5, 2014 Share Posted September 5, 2014 How's about "Let it go" from the animation movie, "Frozen". Kids love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lostinisaan Posted September 7, 2014 Share Posted September 7, 2014 Tears in heaven from Eric Clapton. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacky54 Posted September 7, 2014 Share Posted September 7, 2014 Rule Britannia and Jerusalem should do the trick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlyAnimal Posted September 7, 2014 Share Posted September 7, 2014 "Way Back into Love" would be a good one too. The students might not necessarily know the song, but I think there is a Thai song with the same/similar melody that is/was really popular this year (Although sorry but I can't remember the name). Also as there is a movie, "Music and Lyrics", which revolves completely around the creation of this song, there is a good opportunity for some learning outside of the classroom. You also could also do a followup lesson which relates to the movie itself (or a section of the movie). Also both the movie and song are the type that would usually strike a chord with Thai English students (Romantic Comedy + Love Song). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lostinisaan Posted September 7, 2014 Share Posted September 7, 2014 (edited) "Way Back into Love" would be a good one too. The students might not necessarily know the song, but I think there is a Thai song with the same/similar melody that is/was really popular this year (Although sorry but I can't remember the name). Also as there is a movie, "Music and Lyrics", which revolves completely around the creation of this song, there is a good opportunity for some learning outside of the classroom. You also could also do a followup lesson which relates to the movie itself (or a section of the movie). Also both the movie and song are the type that would usually strike a chord with Thai English students (Romantic Comedy + Love Song). Did you mean this one? Edited September 7, 2014 by lostinisaan 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlyAnimal Posted September 7, 2014 Share Posted September 7, 2014 Yeah that's the one hehe there's this version as well: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s4K6G03nN-g It's got Thai + English subs + Korean Singers, can't go wrong lol (Maybe play the version with Thai subs once, to help with general understanding, and then use the English only version after that, depending on the purpose of the lesson of course). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lostinisaan Posted September 7, 2014 Share Posted September 7, 2014 (edited) Yeah that's the one hehe there's this version as well: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s4K6G03nN-g It's got Thai + English subs + Korean Singers, can't go wrong lol (Maybe play the version with Thai subs once, to help with general understanding, and then use the English only version after that, depending on the purpose of the lesson of course). If they get bored, I'd reckon the Buffalo song...... P.S. Song way too long... Edited September 7, 2014 by lostinisaan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stubuzz Posted September 7, 2014 Share Posted September 7, 2014 The song you choose should be connected to the content and focus of the lesson. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricklev Posted September 7, 2014 Share Posted September 7, 2014 The wheels on the bus go round and round round and round round and round........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mencken Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 Dead Kennedy's - Stealing peoples mail Throbbing Gristle - Hamburger Lady Joy Division - Love will tear us spart Dickies - Stuck in a pagoda with Tricia Toyota Fear - I love livin' in the city Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rijb Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 Let it Be - Paul M. - great story behind it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denim Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 Rule Britannia and Jerusalem should do the trick ' Knees up mother brown ' would be better though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squarethecircle Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 Don't know how applicable this would be to the age group you're teaching but the songs from Genki English are catchy. Even adults would probably get a kick out of them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokin Joe Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 I think "The Rodeo Song" by David Allen Coe would be a good one. Maybe "You Picked A fine Time To Leave, Lucille" also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David48 Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 Until the last couple of posts ... I really enjoyed reading them. Just looking for ideas for the Thai Family and also when my boys start to talk both languages. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David48 Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 This link might help ... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ma0Gq85kMMs This one has clear, almost spoken lyrics. . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David48 Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 Depending on your audience, the chorus lines from this clip would be easy to learn. Plus the boys are a fun, a 'sanok' element to the lesson . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David48 Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 My Thai gf sent this to me early on in our relationship. Was a favourite of hers. Dead easy to sing along with ... For some unknown reason (to me) the Thai seem to know this song ... A bit more advance and heavy hearted lyrics. Just a variety of suggests, some that may help, based on your Audience. I reckon the 'Trouble is your Friend' is a great start. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eliot Rosewater Posted September 25, 2014 Share Posted September 25, 2014 Dead Kennedy's - Stealing peoples mail Throbbing Gristle - Hamburger Lady Joy Division - Love will tear us spart Dickies - Stuck in a pagoda with Tricia Toyota Fear - I love livin' in the city Throbbing Gristle, geez; I haven't thought about those weirdos in a couple of decades. Sleazy P died here a few years ago Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.png.3b3332cc2256ad0edbc2fe9404feeef0.png)
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now