Annie's Song by John Denver (Lyrics) #anniessong

The refrain, "You fill up my senses" is great practice for the both the /s/ and /z/ sounds. Notice that the first and second letter S in the word SENSES have a /s/ sound while the final S has a /z/ sound. So the word SENSES sounds like SEN-SIZ.

The /s/ and /z/ sounds are paired because they take the same mouth position. For both, the sides of the tongue touch the middle and back upper teeth while the tip of the tongue is lowered a bit. Air flows out the middle part of the tongue. The /s/ sound is voiceless and sounds hissy and breathy while the /z/ sound is voiced and sounds buzzy. The /z/ requires the activation of the vocal cords while the /s/ sound does not. NOTE: When the letter S follows a voiced consonant or vowel, it is pronounced /z/. For example, the word SEEMS begins with a /s/ sound and ends with a /z/ sound. As you listen, pay close attention to words containing the letter S and listen to determine whether you hear a /s/ or /z/ sound.

The song also contains a lot of /l/ sound practice with repeated use of the words LIKE and LET. The American /l/ sound is created when the tip of the tongue touches the (bony) aveolar ridge above and behind the front teeth (the same spot for the /t/, /d/, and /n/ sounds). It is a continuous voiced sound -- meaning the vocal cords are activated as the tongue tip presses and holds against the gum ridge. When the tongue placement is too high, touching the roof of the mouth an /r/ sound may be produced.

John Denver's crisp and clear delivery makes his music a great resource for developing your English listening skills. Enjoy!

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[rodolfovenegas]

The best singer of all the times..rest in peace for ever in.our hearts...from Chile we love u

[eddiewingender]

My wife passed almost a year ago and i had them play this song.

[morenamontalvo]

The most beautiful words you can give to your life partner just Beautiful

[do]

A truly timeless masterpiece. R.I.P Mr. Denver

[snavillus]

JD has a mellifluous voice. Beautiful song and lyrics

[SusanChristopher-hleq]

I sing this song to Jesus to tell Him how much I love Him!

[rumakundu]

2023 rd generations come Don't miss this masterpiece. It's give you peace ^_^

[padmakrishnarau]

What a song, surely fills up the senses. This song and the voice of JD belong to eternity. ❤️

[arsenio]

rest in peace mr.john denver ur a great singer...

[traceyb]

This is the most beautiful song ever written. ❤

[ShereenMoodley-cele]

These are the oldies which will never fade even with time

[garryamey]

A long song that is simply and truly a love song

[johnduffy]

NOBODY could weave lyrics like Mr. Denver. After half century of loving his music, he is still my all time favorite artist....

[DennisFarrow-mbyb]

John in Colorado went for a walk in the woods, and thought the words for Annie's song, yes his wife. My all time favorite.

[SharonGillespie-nb]

Always loved this song, it has good memories for me. Love and really miss you maxx

[EAG]

I don't know who "Annie" was to John Denver but I hope she still loves this song. It has to be one of the most beautiful love songs ever.

[priscilliawijayanti]

Love this song so much..I used to listen to this song when I was little while we were on the way to my grandparents' house. My dad played this song all the time.

[stwoode]

Beautiful memories listening to this song. RIP John Denver.

[bryancorcoran]

Pure class what a beautiful song with a beautiful voice singing it

[mustainjohari]

I love this song make me going back to 70's