That Girl

By 亮聲

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
亮聲 Open

The Light is Open.

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loeng6
sing1
難道你 不想走遍天地

You don't want to walk across the sky?

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no4
dou6
nei5
fau2
soeng2
zau2
pin3
tin1
deng6
難道你 不想展翅高飛

You don't want to fly high?

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no4
dou6
nei5
fau2
soeng2
zin2
ci3
gou1
fei1
存活半個世紀最尾至想起

I remember living in the last half century.

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cyun4
wut6
bun3
go3
sai3
gei3
zeoi3
mei5
zi3
soeng2
hei2
還是你一早經已枯死

Or you're dead before your period.

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waan4
si6
nei5
jat1
zou2
ging1
ji5
fu1
si2
I keep saying no

I keep saying no.

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始終拋不開束縛去征討

And they're always going to fight.

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ci2
zung1
paau1
fau2
hoi1
sok3
fok3
heoi3
zing1
tou2
I keep saying no

I keep saying no.

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那青春的天真一天天變老

The youth's innocence grew old.

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no6
cing1
ceon1
dik1
tin1
zan1
jat1
tin1
tin1
bin3
lou5
命運祈求從頭能修好

The prayer of fate can heal us from the beginning.

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ming6
wan6
kei4
kau4
zung6
tau4
toi4
sau1
hou3
祈求重新修補

Pray for the restoration.

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kei4
kau4
zung6
san1
sau1
bou2
可惜這一切太枯燥

Unfortunately, this is all too boring.

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ho2
sik1
ze5
jat1
cit3
taai3
fu1
cou3
追趕成為人生苦惱

It's a pain in the ass.

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zeoi1
gon2
seng4
wai6
jan4
sang1
fu2
nou5
那一線光恐怕看不到

That light is so invisible.

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no6
jat1
sin3
gwong1
hung2
paa3
hon3
fau2
dou3
一等再等只會添懊惱

One line and one line add up.

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jat1
ting2
zoi3
ting2
zi2
wui6
tim1
ngou3
nou5
爭取不太深奧

Try not to get too deep.

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zaang1
ceoi2
fau2
taai3
sam1
ngou3
(艱苦只有堅持

(It's hard to keep going)

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gaan1
fu2
zi2
jau6
gin1
ci4
還能由青春透支

It can be passed on through adolescence.

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waan4
toi4
jau4
cing1
ceon1
tau3
zi1
只需要知 不管所有質疑

All you need to know is that whatever the question,

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zi2
seoi1
jiu3
zi3
fau2
gun2
so2
jau6
zi3
ji4
其實你 應該展翅高飛)

You should actually fly high.

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kei4
sat6
nei5
jing3
goi1
zin2
ci3
gou1
fei1
難道你 真的需要準備

You really need to be prepared.

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no4
dou6
nei5
zan1
dik1
seoi1
jiu3
zyut3
bei6
難道你 真的不配高飛

You don't deserve to fly high.

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no4
dou6
nei5
zan1
dik1
fau2
pui3
gou1
fei1
存活半個世紀最尾至想起

I remember living in the last half century.

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cyun4
wut6
bun3
go3
sai3
gei3
zeoi3
mei5
zi3
soeng2
hei2
其實你不必捨棄不羈

You don't have to give up.

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kei4
sat6
nei5
fau2
bit1
se2
hei3
fau2
gei1
頑強地病好 誰能隨便擺佈

It's a tough, tough thing to do, and it's easy to get into.

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waan4
koeng5
deng6
beng6
hou3
seoi4
toi4
ceoi4
pin4
baai2
bou3
那麼糟你也應該知道

You should know that.

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no6
mo5
zou1
nei5
jaa5
jing3
goi1
zi3
dou6
即使茫然人生苦惱

Even in the face of the pain.

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zik1
si2
mong4
jin4
jan4
sang1
fu2
nou5
遠方曙光相信碰得到

The distant light believes in being touched.

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jyun6
fong1
syu6
gwong1
soeng2
seon3
pung3
dak1
dou3
一等再等只會添懊惱

One line and one line add up.

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jat1
ting2
zoi3
ting2
zi2
wui6
tim1
ngou3
nou5
爭取不太深奧

Try not to get too deep.

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zaang1
ceoi2
fau2
taai3
sam1
ngou3
偶爾你也許迷途

You may get lost sometimes.

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ngau5
ji5
nei5
jaa5
heoi2
mai4
tou4
戰意你也許全無

You may not be.

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zin3
ji3
nei5
jaa5
heoi2
cyun4
mou4
空中俯瞰百尺高

The sky is 100 feet high.

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hung3
zung1
fu2
ham6
mak6
cek3
gou1
幾多風雨可去到

How many winds can we get?

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gei2
do1
fung3
jyu6
ho2
heoi3
dou3
脱去禁錮的牢籠

Get out of the cage.

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tyut3
heoi3
gam3
gu3
dik1
lou4
lung5
其實一想只要即做

And actually, you just have to do it.

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kei4
sat6
jat1
soeng2
zi2
jiu3
zik1
zou6
忘掉你 當天所有傷悲

Forget about you and all the sadness of the day.

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mong6
zaau6
nei5
dong3
tin1
so2
jau6
soeng1
bei1
About This Song

"That Girl" by captures a poignant emotional journey that resonates with listeners grappling with the constraints of life and the yearning for freedom. The lyrics reflect a deep inner conflict, as the speaker questions their desires against the backdrop of societal expectations and personal limitations. This exploration of youth and the passage of time evokes a sense of nostalgia, as the singer grapples with the idea of wasted potential and dreams that have fallen by the wayside. The emotional core of the song lies in its vulnerability, expressing a relatable struggle to break free from the shackles that bind one's ambitions.

The narrative unfolds as the singer reflects on their journey throughout life, expressing a desire to soar high and experience the world without restraint. The repeated refrain of "I keep saying no" reinforces the theme of resistanceagainst both self-doubt and external pressures. Lines like "" ("The innocence of youth grows older day by day") poignantly capture the sense of loss that accompanies growing up, as dreams fade and reality sets in. The underlying message advocates for resilience and the importance of pursuing ones aspirations despite the hardships that life may bring.

Musically, the song combines emotive melodies with relatable lyrical snippets that stick with the listener. The use of repetition in the chorus serves to emphasize the internal strugglethe push and pull between the desire for change and the fear of stepping into the unknown. Furthermore, the instrumental arrangement builds gradually, mirroring the journey from introspection to empowerment, heightening the emotional impact as the song progresses. Techniques such as vivid imagery and metaphors related to flight symbolize freedom and the pursuit of one's dreams, making the lyrics not just relatable, but also visually evocative.

Culturally, "That Girl" taps into a universal sentiment, particularly within contemporary society, where young individuals often feel overwhelmed by expectations and the fear of failure. In many cultures, especially in East Asian contexts, the pressure to conform and succeed can be stifling. This song serves as an anthem of defiance, encouraging listeners to embrace their individuality and strive towards their goals without succumbing to external judgments. Through its rich lyrical depth and resonant themes, s work encourages a broader conversation about youth, aspiration, and the courage to chase one's dreams.

Song Details
Singer:
亮聲
Total Lines:
37