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Describe a song or piece of music that means a lot to you.

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Describe a song or piece of music that means a lot to you: say what the song is, when you first heard it and what it is about, then explain why this song means so much to you.

You get 60 seconds to make notes and then speak alone for 1–2 minutes. Spend about 15 seconds naming your choice, a minute on the bullet points, and the last 30–45 seconds on the explanation, where the marks are.

The trap: stopping after 45 seconds. Keep going until the examiner interrupts you — a short long turn is the most common way marks are lost here.

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Describe a song or piece of music that means a lot to you.

You should say:

  • what the song is
  • when you first heard it
  • what it is about

and explain why this song means so much to you.

Rounding-off questions

  • Do you listen to this song often?

  • Does this kind of music make you emotional?

Preparation

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Model answer (Band 8-9)

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Original model answer written by our team for practice — not an official IELTS answer.

The song I’d like to talk about is “Fix You” by Coldplay. It’s one of those songs that, no matter how many times I hear it, still hits me right in the feels. I’m not a hardcore Coldplay fan or anything, but this particular track has sort of become the soundtrack to a few important moments in my life.

I first heard it when I was in secondary school. A close friend of mine played it for me after I’d failed a really important exam and was feeling pretty crushed. We were sitting on some steps outside the school building, sharing a pair of earphones, and as the song built up to that powerful chorus, I remember feeling this strange mix of sadness and hope wash over me.

In terms of what it’s about, I’d say it’s essentially a song about comfort, emotional healing and standing by someone when they’re going through a rough time. The lyrics talk about trying your best but not succeeding, and then having someone who promises to “fix you”, or at least stay by your side while you pick up the pieces. The melody starts off gentle and almost fragile, then gradually becomes more intense and uplifting, which really mirrors that journey from despair to determination.

This song means so much to me because it’s tied to several turning points in my life. I’ve listened to it during heartbreak, before big exams, and on lonely late-night walks. Every time, it helps me process whatever I’m going through without feeling overwhelmed. It also reminds me that vulnerability isn’t a weakness, and that having even one person who genuinely supports you can make a world of difference.

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