蝶變

By 佘詩曼

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
曾怨過晚了生翅膀 時間錯放太多

I've been complaining about being late to have wings, and I've been missing too much time.

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zang1
jyun3
gwo3
maan5
liu4
sang1
ci3
pong4
si4
haan4
laap6
fong3
taai3
do1
蝴蝶萬丈上空飛過 暗自 夢裏擋

The butterflies flew over the sky, and they stopped in their dreams.

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dip2
maak6
zoeng6
soeng6
hung3
fei1
gwo3
am3
zi6
mung6
leoi5
dong3
如細看蜕變的旅程 承接你我往昔

It's like a little bit of a journey, taking you back to the past.

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jyu4
sai3
hon3
bin3
dik1
leoi3
cing4
sing4
zip3
nei5
ngo5
wong5
sik1
沉默獨自耐心傾聽 那靜待 氣息

Silence, patience, listening, being quiet, breathing.

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zam6
mak6
duk6
zi6
noi6
sam1
king1
teng1
no6
zing6
daai1
hei3
sik1
曾聽説也會生翅膀 時間 秒秒再拖

And you know, it's like, "I'm a little bit of a winger, and it's like, 'Oh, yeah, it's like, 'Oh, yeah,

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zang1
teng1
seoi3
jaa5
wui6
sang1
ci3
pong4
si4
haan4
miu5
miu5
zoi3
to1
無奈日落日出經過 我願望 太多

I couldn't wait to get past the sunset, and I wanted too much.

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mou4
noi6
mik6
lok6
mik6
ceot1
ging1
gwo3
ngo5
jyun6
mong6
taai3
do1
誰聽過蜕變的奏鳴 如韻尾未 説清

Who has ever heard the sound of a whirlwind, like a whirlwind?

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seoi4
teng1
gwo3
bin3
dik1
zau3
meng5
jyu4
wan6
mei5
mei6
seoi3
cing1
回望寂寂夜空憶記 變幻 未褪色

I look back at loneliness, nighttime memories, the unfading of the world.

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wui4
mong6
zik6
zik6
je6
hung3
jik1
gei3
bin3
waan6
mei6
teoi3
sik1
循環中 千變化不怎可操縱

There are thousands of variables in the cycle that can be manipulated.

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ceon4
waan4
zung1
cin1
bin3
faa3
fau2
fim2
ho2
cou3
zung3
星光心裏種

The stars are sown in the heart.

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sing1
gwong1
sam1
leoi5
zung3
一天蜕變 高飛天空最美現蝶翅中

One day, it's the most beautiful butterfly wing in the sky.

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jat1
tin1
bin3
gou1
fei1
tin1
hung3
zeoi3
mei5
jin6
dip2
ci3
zung1
循環中 一句説話 一章一節

A sermon, chapter by chapter, a cycle.

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ceon4
waan4
zung1
jat1
gau1
seoi3
waa6
jat1
zoeng1
jat1
zit3
用光陰 相送

It's a shadow.

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jung6
gwong1
jam3
soeng2
sung3
歷盡百世 一生傾心 愛意

And I've spent the last 100 years of my life talking and loving.

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lik6
zeon6
mak6
sai3
jat1
sang1
king1
sam1
oi3
ji3
未悔 觸碰

Unrepentant, touching.

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mei6
fui3
zuk1
pung3
若是愛過 不惜犧牲放縱

If you love, you'll sacrifice.

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joek6
si6
oi3
gwo3
fau2
sik1
hei1
sang1
fong3
zung3
願再觸碰

I want to touch it again.

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jyun6
zoi3
zuk1
pung3
曾愛過卻要心裏藏 誰已錯過 對方

Who has loved but has forgotten who has missed.

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zang1
oi3
gwo3
koek3
jiu3
sam1
leoi5
zong6
seoi4
ji5
laap6
gwo3
deoi3
fong1
曾歷受着內心束縛 愛在 夢裏躺

I was bound by my heart, and I loved to lie in my dreams.

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zang1
lik6
sau6
jyu3
noi6
sam1
sok3
fok3
oi3
zoi6
mung6
leoi5
如細訴蜕變的旅程 無法退去 記憶

It's like a trip down memory lane.

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jyu4
sai3
sou3
bin3
dik1
leoi3
cing4
mou4
fat3
teoi3
heoi3
gei3
jik1
延續浪漫互相呼應 印象 未褪色

Continuing romance resonates with each other, and the impression is unmistakable.

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jin4
zuk6
long4
maan4
wu6
soeng2
hu1
jing3
ngan3
zoeng6
mei6
teoi3
sik1
TVB電視劇 鳳凰四重奏 主題曲

TVB's "The Four" is the theme song.

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din6
si6
kek6
fung6
wong4
sei3
zung6
zau3
zyu2
tai4
kuk1
About This Song

The song "" (Butterfly Transformation) by explores the profound theme of transformation and the emotional journey that accompanies change. At its core, the song delves into the idea of metamorphosisboth metaphorical and literalcapturing the beauty and pain of growing, evolving, and the struggles faced along the way. The imagery of a butterfly, symbolizing freedom and rebirth, serves as a powerful representation of personal evolution and the bittersweet nature of love and longing.

The narrative of the song follows the protagonist's introspection as they reflect on past love and the inner turmoil that accompanies their growth. There is a sense of regret and yearning as they look back on what has been lost and the sacrifices made for love. The lyrics express a deep understanding of the emotional weight carried through the passage of time, emphasizing the complexity of relationships and the necessity of honoring ones feelings despite the inevitability of change. This poignant storytelling resonates with listeners who have faced their own journeys of change and self-discovery.

Musically, "" features a delicate arrangement that complements its themes perfectly. The melodies weave through bright and airy tones reflecting the imagery of flight, while the soothing harmonies evoke a sense of nostalgia and tranquility. Notable lyrical techniques include the use of metaphors and similes, which enhance the emotional depth of the journey described in the song. The repetition of certain phrases amplifies the feeling of cyclical change and the longing for connection, allowing the listener to engage deeply with the narrative.

Culturally, the song is significant as it serves as the theme for the TVB drama "" (Phoenix Quartet), linking the story of the song to the visual narrative of the series. This connection enhances the impact of the song, as it underscores themes of resilience and transformation, both in the context of personal relationships and the broader societal struggles depicted in the show. Through its emotional and musical depth, "" resonates with audiences, offering a universal message about love, loss, and the beauty of transformation.

Song Details
Singer:
佘詩曼
Total Lines:
22