我有今日

By 側田

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
曾經 和你因工作一起遠飛

I've been away with you for work.

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zang1
ging1
wo4
nei5
jan1
gung1
zok3
jat1
hei2
jyun6
fei1
但我還未知心中有你

But I don't know what you're thinking.

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daan6
ngo5
waan4
mei6
zi3
sam1
zung1
jau6
nei5
仍為了別個她魄散魂離

And still for the sake of another soul.

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jing4
wai6
liu4
bit6
go3
taa1
tok3
saan3
wan4
lei4
因她 無法得到因此心已死

She was heartbroken and unable to get it.

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jan1
taa1
mou4
fat3
dak1
dou3
jan1
ci2
sam1
ji5
si2
我便自卑 不敢抖氣

I was humble and I didn't dare to be angry.

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ngo5
pin4
zi6
bei1
fau2
gam2
dau3
hei3
已經苦得想死

I was dying.

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ji5
ging1
fu2
dak1
soeng2
si2
遑論有天居然愛你

There is a saying that God loves you.

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wong4
leon6
jau6
tin1
geoi1
jin4
oi3
nei5
直到一天 共你相見

Until one day, we meet again.

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zik6
dou3
jat1
tin1
gung6
nei5
soeng2
jin6
被我知你從上次開始接觸

I know you've been in contact since last time.

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pei5
ngo5
zi3
nei5
zung6
soeng6
ci3
hoi1
ci2
zip3
zuk1
便已就似觸電

It's like electricity.

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pin4
ji5
zau6
ci5
zuk1
din6
猶如得到 星光的加冕

Judas was crowned with stars.

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jau4
jyu4
dak1
dou3
sing1
gwong1
dik1
gaa3
min5
我沒被討厭

I wasn't hated.

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ngo5
mei6
pei5
tou2
jim3
多得有你 我終於有這天

I'm thankful for you, and I finally have this day.

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do1
dak1
jau6
nei5
ngo5
zung1
wu1
jau6
ze5
tin1
多麼憎我太慢才識你

How I hate you, too slow to know you.

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do1
mo5
zang1
ngo5
taai3
maan6
coi4
zi3
nei5
我更加不想勉強地去親你

I don't want to be too hard on you.

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ngo5
gang3
gaa3
fau2
soeng2
min5
koeng5
deng6
heoi3
can3
nei5
是你喜歡我 當然都愛你

You like me, of course I love you.

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si6
nei5
hei2
fun1
ngo5
dong3
jin4
dou1
oi3
nei5
和她不敢去比

And she didn't dare to compare.

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wo4
taa1
fau2
gam2
heoi3
bei3
仍舊答謝你 有你的眷戀

Still thanking you for your love.

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jing4
gau6
daap3
ze6
nei5
jau6
nei5
dik1
gyun3
lyun5
令我也有了生氣

It made me angry too.

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ling6
ngo5
jaa5
jau6
liu4
sang1
hei3
多麼憎我試着迷戀你

How I hate trying to be fascinated by you.

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do1
mo5
zang1
ngo5
si5
jyu3
mai4
lyun5
nei5
我怕想擁抱你也為了出氣

I'm afraid I want to hug you, too, to get out of here.

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ngo5
paa3
soeng2
ung2
pou5
nei5
jaa5
wai6
liu4
ceot1
hei3
願我拋開過去一心愛你

I wish I could throw away my love for you.

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jyun6
ngo5
paau1
hoi1
gwo3
heoi3
jat1
sam1
oi3
nei5
忘掉她的氣味

Forget her smell.

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mong6
zaau6
taa1
dik1
hei3
mei6
若我敢再記起 對不起了你

If I remember, I'm sorry.

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joek6
ngo5
gam2
zoi3
gei3
hei2
deoi3
fau2
hei2
liu4
nei5
如果 和你一早得到好結果

And if you get good results early,

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jyu4
gwo2
wo4
nei5
jat1
zou2
dak1
dou3
hou3
lit3
gwo2
沒法明白單戀的痛楚

I don't understand the pain of being single.

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mei6
fat3
ming4
baak6
sin6
lyun5
dik1
tung3
co2
難道我樂意得到折磨

I'm glad to be tortured.

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no4
dou6
ngo5
ngok6
ji3
dak1
dou3
zit3
mo6
而不過 從我跟她苦戀的最初

But from the very beginning, I was in love with her.

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nang4
fau2
gwo3
zung6
ngo5
gan1
taa1
fu2
lyun5
dik1
zeoi3
co1
縱沒成果 顛倒的我

And it was a failure.

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zung3
mei6
seng4
gwo2
din1
dou2
dik1
ngo5
滿足比傷心多

It's more satisfying than sad.

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mun6
zuk1
bei3
soeng1
sam1
do1
難道愛辛苦方似我

I love hard work like I do.

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no4
dou6
oi3
san1
fu2
fong1
ci5
ngo5
直到一天 共你相見

Until one day, we meet again.

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zik6
dou3
jat1
tin1
gung6
nei5
soeng2
jin6
被我知你從上次開始接觸

I know you've been in contact since last time.

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pei5
ngo5
zi3
nei5
zung6
soeng6
ci3
hoi1
ci2
zip3
zuk1
便已就似觸電

It's like electricity.

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pin4
ji5
zau6
ci5
zuk1
din6
猶如得到 星光的加冕

Judas was crowned with stars.

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jau4
jyu4
dak1
dou3
sing1
gwong1
dik1
gaa3
min5
我沒被討厭

I wasn't hated.

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ngo5
mei6
pei5
tou2
jim3
多得有你 我終於有這天

I'm thankful for you, and I finally have this day.

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do1
dak1
jau6
nei5
ngo5
zung1
wu1
jau6
ze5
tin1
多麼憎我太慢才識你

How I hate you, too slow to know you.

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do1
mo5
zang1
ngo5
taai3
maan6
coi4
zi3
nei5
我更加不想勉強地去親你

I don't want to be too hard on you.

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ngo5
gang3
gaa3
fau2
soeng2
min5
koeng5
deng6
heoi3
can3
nei5
是你喜歡我 當然都愛你

You like me, of course I love you.

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si6
nei5
hei2
fun1
ngo5
dong3
jin4
dou1
oi3
nei5
和她不敢再比

And I don't think I can compare it to her.

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wo4
taa1
fau2
gam2
zoi3
bei3
仍舊答謝你 有你的眷戀

Still thanking you for your love.

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jing4
gau6
daap3
ze6
nei5
jau6
nei5
dik1
gyun3
lyun5
令我也有了生氣

It made me angry too.

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ling6
ngo5
jaa5
jau6
liu4
sang1
hei3
終於得到了被愛

And I finally got loved.

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zung1
wu1
dak1
dou3
liu4
pei5
oi3
無論興不興奮當天已不在

And it's not exciting.

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mou4
leon6
jan6
fau2
jan6
fan3
dong3
tin1
ji5
fau2
zoi6
願你終於變了一生最愛

I wish you were the love of your life.

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jyun6
nei5
zung1
wu1
bin3
liu4
jat1
sang1
zeoi3
oi3
連我悲觀也改

Even my pessimism has changed.

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lin4
ngo5
bei1
gun3
jaa5
goi2
沒有舊人存在 放心給你愛

There is no old person who can assure you of your love.

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mei6
jau6
gau6
jan4
cyun4
zoi6
fong3
sam1
kap1
nei5
oi3
做人或者 不必要得到最想

Being human or not necessarily getting what you want.

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zou6
jan4
waak6
ze2
fau2
bit1
jiu3
dak1
dou3
zeoi3
soeng2
如為快樂設想 就祝福我倆

If you want to be happy, bless us.

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jyu4
wai6
faai3
ngok6
cit3
soeng2
zau6
zuk1
fuk1
ngo5
loeng5
About This Song

"" ("I Have Today") is a heartfelt ballad by the artist (Juno Mak) that explores themes of unrequited love, personal growth, and the transformative power of newfound affection. At its core, the song captures the emotional turmoil of a protagonist who grapples with past heartache and self-doubt as they navigate the complexities of their feelings for a new romantic interest. The narrator reflects on a history of unreturned affection for someone else, portraying a journey from despair to a promising encounter with someone who makes them feel seen and valued.

The song unfolds a poignant narrative where the protagonist reminisces about their past experiences of heartbreak and self-esteem issues, particularly stemming from a previous relationship that left them feeling inadequate and unworthy of love. However, the turning point in the song arrives with the realization of mutual affection with the new person, likening this connection to an electric shock that sparks a sense of hope and vitality. The lyrics eloquently convey the struggle to let go of painful memories while simultaneously embracing the possibility of happiness and love once again.

Musically, the composition blends a rich melodic structure with emotive lyrics that can resonate deeply with listeners. Notable lyrical techniques include vivid imagery and metaphors that enhance the emotional impact of the song. The comparison of love to "getting crowned by starlight" adds a dreamy quality, emphasizing the beauty and wonder that the newfound relationship brings after a period of darkness. This melodious arrangement, combined with Juno Mak's expressive vocal delivery, heightens the overall effect, creating a listening experience that is both moving and memorable.

Culturally, "" encapsulates a universal experience of love in a way that transcends linguistic barriers, touching on notions of vulnerability, longing, and the optimism that can come with new beginnings. In the realm of Cantopop, where emotional ballads hold significant sway, this song stands out as a testament to the continuous human experience of love and redemption, resonating with audiences who have faced similar emotional struggles in their own lives.

Song Details
Singer:
側田
Total Lines:
50