What happens in the video
Hana meets Marco and is so excited that the words come out backward: "Wow. It's really you. You're my biggest fan." Marco replies, "Thank you. But isn't that my line?" Hana says "My brain is back" and tries again with the right words, and this time Marco answers, "Thank you so much. Now that's the right line."
1 I'm your biggest fan.
Tone Bold and excited
Use it when you meet the artist you love most. Biggest fan means you love them more than anyone, so keep the word order "I'm your," not "You're my," and save the line for an artist you really follow.
I'm your biggest fan.
For example:
A: Hi! I'm your biggest fan.
B: Oh, thank you so much! What's your name?
A: Sara. I've listened to your songs every day for three years.
2 You were amazing.
Tone Warm and simple
Say it right after someone performs, at the door or at a fan event after the show. Use "were" because the performance is over; if you haven't seen them perform, "I love your music" fits better.
You were amazing.
For example:
A: You were amazing tonight. The last song was my favorite.
B: Thank you! I was really nervous before that one.
A: It didn't show at all.
3 This is a dream come true.
Tone Emotional and dreamy
Use it when a big wish happens, like meeting an artist after years of waiting. It's an emotional line, so don't use it for small things, like getting a good seat on the bus.
This is a dream come true.
For example:
A: I've wanted to meet you for six years. This is a dream come true.
B: That's so sweet. Thank you for waiting so long.
A: It was worth it.
4 I can't believe I'm meeting you.
Tone Surprised and honest
Use it in the first few seconds, when you're still surprised that they're really in front of you. Say it once, then move on to a thank-you or a question so the conversation doesn't stop.
For example:
A: I can't believe I'm meeting you.
B: I'm happy to meet you too. Did you come far?
A: About three hours by train.
5 I've been a fan since your debut.
Tone Proud and friendly
Use it to show you've supported them for a long time. A debut is an artist's first official release or show, so only say it if it's true, because they may ask which song you heard first.
For example:
A: I've been a fan since your debut.
B: Wow, that's a long time. Which song did you hear first?
A: Your very first single. I still know every word.
6 Your music helped me through a hard time.
Tone Sincere and personal
Use it when their songs really helped you during a difficult period of your life. Keep it to one or two sentences, because a short meeting isn't the place for the whole story.
For example:
A: Your music helped me through a hard time.
B: I'm really glad it helped. Thank you for telling me.
A: Thank you for making it.
7 Could I get a photo with you?
Tone Polite request
Use it to ask for a picture, and wait for the answer before you lift your phone. Some events don't allow photos, so accept a no with a smile.
For example:
A: Could I get a photo with you?
B: Of course. Come stand over here.
A: Thank you so much!
8 Would you mind signing this?
Tone Soft and careful
Use it when you hand them an album or a photo card to sign; it sounds softer than "Sign this, please." If they answer "Not at all," that means yes, they're happy to do it.
For example:
A: Would you mind signing this?
B: Not at all. What's your name?
A: It's Leo. Thank you!
9 Thank you for everything you do.
Tone Grateful and warm
Use it near the end as a simple thank-you for their music and their work. It's general, so it's a good choice when you're too nervous to think of something more personal.
For example:
A: Thank you for everything you do.
B: That's so kind. Thank you for coming tonight.
10 It was so nice to meet you.
Tone Warm goodbye
Use it as you leave, after the photo or the autograph. Say "It was" because the meeting is ending; at the start, say "Nice to meet you" instead.
For example:
A: It was so nice to meet you.
B: You too. Get home safe.
A: I will. Bye!
Common mistakes
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Not quite
You're my biggest fan.Better I'm your biggest fan.
"I'm your biggest fan" means you admire them more than anyone. Swap the words and you tell the idol that they admire you most, which is the mix-up Hana makes in the Short.
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Not quite
You was amazing.Better You were amazing.
"You" always takes "were" in the past tense, even when you talk to one person. Use the past tense here because the performance has just finished.
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Not quite
This is a dream came true.Better This is a dream come true.
"A dream come true" is a fixed phrase, and "come" doesn't change. If you want a past-tense sentence, use a different pattern: "My dream came true."
Quick quiz
Choose your answer for each question, then open the answer to check it.
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You meet the singer you love more than any other artist. What do you say?
- You're my biggest fan.
- I'm your biggest fan.
- I'm your most big fan.
Show the answer (Question 1)
Answer: I'm your biggest fan. "I'm your biggest fan" says you love them most, while "You're my biggest fan" says they love you most.
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The show just ended. Which line praises the performance?
- You were amazing.
- Could I get a photo with you?
- I've been a fan since your debut.
Show the answer (Question 2)
Answer: You were amazing. Say "You were amazing" right after someone performs; the other lines don't talk about the show.
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When does "This is a dream come true" fit best?
- You meet an artist you've wanted to meet for years.
- You find a free seat on the bus.
- You order lunch at a cafe.
Show the answer (Question 3)
Answer: You meet an artist you've wanted to meet for years. The line is emotional and dreamy, so save it for a big wish that really happens.
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You ask, "Would you mind signing this?" The idol says, "Not at all." What does that mean?
- No, I won't sign it.
- Yes, I'm happy to sign it.
- I don't understand the question.
Show the answer (Question 4)
Answer: Yes, I'm happy to sign it. "Would you mind" asks if something is a problem, so "Not at all" means it's no problem.
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Which line is the most personal and sincere?
- Could I get a photo with you?
- Your music helped me through a hard time.
- Would you mind signing this?
Show the answer (Question 5)
Answer: Your music helped me through a hard time. This line tells the idol how their music affected your life; the other two are polite requests.
Questions learners ask
What should I say first when I meet my idol?
Start with one short line, because you may only have a few seconds. "I'm your biggest fan" and "I can't believe I'm meeting you" are both natural openers. After that, say thank you or ask politely for a photo or an autograph.
Is "I'm your biggest fan" too much to say?
No. It's a common, friendly thing for fans to say, and it shows strong excitement. Because biggest fan means you love them most, use it for an artist you really follow. For someone you only like, "I love your music" sounds more natural.
"You were amazing" or "You are amazing": which is right?
Both are correct, but they mean different things. "You were amazing" praises a performance that just ended, so it fits right after a show. "You are amazing" is general praise about the person, not about one show.
What if I get nervous and say the wrong thing?
That's normal, and it's what happens to Hana in the Short. Stop, smile, and say the line again. A quick reset such as "Sorry, I'm so nervous" is friendly and easy to understand.
Film lines are short quotes used for language teaching. The dialogue belongs to its rightsholders. Hana and Marco are animated characters made with Google Flow.
