Some days, a Be the Voice of Girls session is about deep conversations, powerful storytelling, or tackling tough topics. Other days, it’s about music—the universal language that bridges cultures, sparks memories, and gets everyone grooving. Today was one of those days.
Aubrey Carter from All Ears English kicked off the session with an enthusiasm that was as contagious as a catchy pop hook. “We’re talking about our favorite music today!” she announced, setting the tone for an afternoon of animated discussions, laughter, and a bit of friendly debate over classic rock vs. grunge.
First things first: vocabulary. Music is more than just sound—it’s an experience, a way of expressing identity, and sometimes, a battleground of taste. The girls quickly picked up phrases like “This song is my jam!” and “I’m really into [artist/genre],” practicing them with their favorite musicians in mind. When it came time to name classic rock bands, hands shot up. “Metallica!” “The Rolling Stones!” “Led Zeppelin!” The excitement was real.
As the session moved through different genres, the conversation got even livelier. “Do you know Nirvana?” Aubrey asked. A few heads nodded enthusiastically. “What about Green Day?” A chorus of yeses followed. Punk, hip-hop, pop, electronica—everyone had an opinion, a favorite artist, or a story tied to a song. And then there was the moment when someone bravely admitted, “I love old-style Turkish music.” Aubrey’s reaction? Pure delight. “Type the names in the chat! I want to listen!” she said, proving that great music isn’t limited by language or borders.
Then came the discussion of diss tracks—songs designed to throw shade at other artists. Kendrick Lamar and Drake’s current feud came up, leading to a fascinating cultural exchange. “Do you think it’s okay for artists to fight through music?” Aubrey asked. One girl pointed out that many artists do it just for publicity. Another shared that Turkish musicians have their own history of musical rivalries. The consensus? Diss tracks might be dramatic, but they sure keep people talking.
The grand finale of the session? A role-play exercise where students invited each other to concerts using their new vocabulary. “I scored tickets to a concert tonight—wanna come?” one girl asked, perfectly nailing the slang. Another hesitated before saying, “I don’t know… hip-hop isn’t really my jam.” But then, with a smile, she changed her mind: “Actually, I need to try new things. I’m in!” A perfect full-circle moment of language learning in action.
Before wrapping up, Aubrey offered the girls a challenge: listen to a new artist they hadn’t heard before and check out All Ears English podcast episode 1077, titled “Eclectic English Vocabulary for Music and Movies.” She explained that the episode explores vocabulary related to music and film, helping English learners expand their conversational skills. Curious to dive in? You can listen to it here.
The girls left with new words, new music to explore, and perhaps a fresh appreciation for genres they hadn’t considered before. And in true Be the Voice of Girls fashion, they didn’t just learn English today—they connected, shared, and found their own voices in the rhythm of the conversation.
So, what’s on your playlist? And more importantly, what’s your jam?
