Introduction

DNA (More Than a Game) – Andrea Bocelli, David Guetta, Megan Thee Stallion & EJAE is one of the songs associated with the excitement and passion surrounding the FIFA World Cup. This inspiring track celebrates teamwork, determination, and unity, making it an excellent resource for English learners.

Nesta aula de inglês com música, os alunos irão desenvolver habilidades de listening, speaking, vocabulary, e fluency, além de explorar expressões autênticas usadas por falantes nativos. O foco linguístico desta lesson será o uso de chunks, vocabulário relacionado a sports and motivation, além de expressões úteis para comunicação em inglês.

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Task 1: Warm-up (Discussion)

Discuss the questions with a partner.

1. Why do people love sports?
2. What does teamwork mean to you?
3. Do you think sports can unite people? Why?
4. What motivates you to never give up?

Task 2: First Listening (Gist)

Listen to the song and answer the questions.

Choose the best answer.

Task 3: Close Listening

Part A – Comprehension Check

Choose the correct word.

The singers say they will keep on:

a) dancing
b) sleeping
c) fighting

Task 4: Chunks in the Song

Task 5: Motivation Vocabulary

Knowledge Pill: Phrasal Verbs in the Song

A phrasal verb is a verb combined with another word, usually a preposition or adverb. Phrasal verbs are extremely common in everyday English.

Examples from the song:

Phrasal Verb	Meaning
keep on	continue
pull out	remove
wave up	raise

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Task 6: Deep Discussion

Discuss the questions.

1. Why do you think sports are “more than just a game”?
2. How can teamwork help people succeed?
3. What motivates you during difficult situations?
4. Do you agree that unity is important? Why?
5. Can music inspire people? Give examples.

Task 7: Cultural Context & Trivia

DNA (More Than a Game) brings together artists from different musical backgrounds. Andrea Bocelli is one of the world’s most famous classical crossover singers, while David Guetta is internationally recognized for his electronic dance music. The collaboration celebrates global unity through sports and music, two powerful cultural forces that connect people worldwide. The song became associated with the spirit of the FIFA World Cup, emphasizing teamwork, hope, and determination.

References:

• [DNA (More Than a Game) on Billboard]
• [DNA (More Than a Game) on Wikipedia]

Answer the questions.

1. What two cultural elements are highlighted in the text?
2. Why is Andrea Bocelli famous?
3. What message does the song promote?

Knowledge Pill

Usamos will para fazer previsões, expressar crenças, promessas e decisões espontâneas sobre o futuro.

Exemplos:

We’ll stand together.

We’ll keep on fighting.

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Task 8: Future with Will in Context

Task 9: Sorting Category

Task 10: Video Check

Watch the video again and pay attention to the storytelling, scenery, and visual elements.

Answer:

1. What emotions does the video transmit?
2. Which visual elements represent unity?
3. How does the video connect music and sports?

Task 11: Speaking Predictions with Will

Work with a partner.

What country will win the next World Cup?

How will technology change education?

Will English help you in the future? Why?

What will you do if your favorite team wins?

How will sports influence young people in the future?

What will you achieve in the next five years?

Task 12: Final Personalization

Discuss.

1. What is more than just a game for you?
2. What motivates you to keep on fighting?
3. Do you usually work well in teams?
4. How important is sportsmanship?
5. Will you continue studying English in the future?
6. What dreams would you like to achieve?

Teacher Notes

Recommended Level: A2-B1

Suggested Age Group: Teenagers and adults

Estimated Lesson Time: 60–90 minutes

Skills Practiced:

• Listening
• Speaking
• Vocabulary
• Fluency
• Critical Thinking

Classroom Applications:

• Conversation classes
• World Cup lessons
• Vocabulary expansion
• Lexical approach activities
• Speaking clubs

Answer Key

Task 6 – Possible Answers

Answers may vary.

Suggested ideas:

• Sports promote teamwork and friendship.
• Music can inspire people.
• Teamwork helps people achieve goals.

Task 07 – Possible Answers

1. Sports and music.
2. He is famous for classical crossover music.
3. Teamwork, hope, and determination.

Task 10 – Possible Answers

1. Unity, hope, motivation.
2. Flags, teams, crowds.
3. Through global sports imagery and inspirational scenes.

Task 11 – Possible Answers

Answers will vary according to students’ opinions.

Task 12 – Possible Answers

Answers will vary according to personal experiences.

Conclusion and Next Steps

Aprender inglês com músicas motivacionais como DNA (More Than a Game) permite que os estudantes desenvolvam vocabulário autêntico, fluência e confiança para se comunicar em situações reais. Além disso, temas como união, perseverança e trabalho em equipe tornam a aprendizagem mais significativa e envolvente.

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