Released in 1989, this track came out just before the alternative rock explosion of the early ’90s. At the time, the Pixies were still more of a cult band than a mainstream act, but songs like this helped lay the groundwork for the sound that would soon dominate alternative rock. “Monkey Gone to Heaven” stands out because it mixes the band’s usual raw guitar energy with something more orchestral. Instead of just the typical loud-quiet dynamics they were known for, the track adds sweeping string arrangements that give the whole thing a strange, almost cinematic feel. Right from the beginning, the bass and drums lock into a steady groove while the guitar cuts through with sharp, distorted accents. Then those strings rise behind everything, creating a contrast between chaos and beauty. It’s heavy but oddly elegant at the same time. Black Francis delivers the vocals in his usual half-snarling, half-preaching style. There’s a sense that he’s telling a story, but not in a straightforward way. The lyrics jump between surreal images and cryptic lines.

Hey everyone! 👋 Today’s expression is “that ship has sailed.” 👉 It means an opportunity has already passed and it’s too late to change it. In other words, the moment is gone — the chance is no longer available. Origin: This phrase comes from the literal image of a ship leaving the harbor. Once the ship has sailed, you can’t board it anymore. Over time, it became a metaphor for missed chances or opportunities that are gone for good. ⚓ Examples: • I thought about applying for that job, but the deadline passed — that ship has sailed. 💼 • We wanted those concert tickets, but they sold out yesterday. That ship has sailed. 🎟️ • He was thinking about apologizing, but now that ship has sailed. 😬 Figurative daily-life examples: • I wanted to join the class, but registration closed last week — that ship has sailed. 📚 • I was planning to buy that jacket, but it’s gone now. That ship has sailed. 🧥 • If you wanted the early discount, you should’ve booked earlier — that ship has sailed. ✈️ Now it’s your turn! 💬 Drop your own sentence using “that ship has sailed” below 👇 WE LEARN FROM EACH OTHER! 🤝

DDM 1031 Assignment is up! ⚠️ COMMENTS, QUESTIONS, and your FILES should be attached BELOW ☺️👇🏻 👉🏻 Coaches @Vinnie Ki & @Clive Burton will stay on the lookout for your LTA recordings. Good luck! ☺️

New Page in the Classroom! 📰 We’re excited to introduce a brand-new page in our classroom: Evelyne reads interesting newspaper articles and then explains what they’re about in simple, clear English. It’s a great way to practice listening, learn new vocabulary, and stay curious about what’s happening in the world. Come check out the new page and start reading the news with @Evelyne Vincent 🗞️✨ WE LEARN FROM EACH OTHER! 🙌

Hello everyone! 🙌 How about we dig into this assignment in our next Throwback PIRFsday? I just made that video for you. The audio’s from December 2021, and I only joined PIRF VIP a couple months ago, so it’s fun hearing it again now more than 5 years later! 😂 So, March 12th — our weekly class: Throwback PIRFsday, every Thursday ⏰ 👉 Calendar Link 👉 The Classroom Page Here’s what we’ll do: Go through one of the “old” PIRF assignments and… Do VF (Vowel Foul) 😜 Read the whole assignment 📝 Practice Pronunciation, Intonation, Rhythm and Flow 🗣️ My assistant Super Mariel @Mariel Liang will, as always, be watching out for me and lending a hand. 🤝 PRACTICING TOGETHER, IMPROVING BIG TIME! 💪 "PIRF 273—Let’s have fun. Ladies on the left, Men on the right. Where I live, we FINALLY have some cold weather and some snow, but not much! But it IS COLD outside. And YOU are experiencing the same thing. Ladies, you’re at your boyfriend’s house and it’s time to go home. Men, you don’t want your girlfriend to go home! Both of you, do your best to get your way—be playful!" Your English coach, Coach @Shane Peterson