1. The speaker tells us they are ‘feelin’ good’. Suggest two other words or phrases they could use to describe how they are feeling.
2. List three examples of nature imagery in this song.
3. Identify the following in the song: tone
mood Explore
1. Why do you think the ‘birds flyin’ high’ understand how the speaker feels? 2. Compare this song to one of the poems in this unit. (a) What similarities do the poem and song share? (b) What are the differences between the poem and song? (c) Which do you prefer and why?
Investigate
‘Feeling Good’ was made famous when Nina Simone recorded her version of it. Use your research skills to fi nd a recording of her version of the song.
theme.
Create
1. (a) Choose a song that you feel has inspiring lyrics. Make a poster with the song lyrics in the centre. Some of the imagery could be represented in drawings or cut-outs placed around the lyrics.
OR
Make a poster using Glogster. Choose a template and add the lyrics, theme and images. You have the option of adding media fi les to your poster.
(b) Present your poster to the class. Explain your song choice and discuss some of the poetic techniques used. Read the lyrics to the class or play a recording of the song.
