決斷

By 劉小慧

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
過去幾多 不經意説變就變

The past has changed, and the past has changed.

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gwo3
heoi3
gei2
do1
fau2
ging1
ji3
seoi3
bin3
zau6
bin3
怎麼最近 一哭傷心半天

Why have you cried for half a day?

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fim2
mo5
zeoi3
kan5
jat1
huk1
soeng1
sam1
bun3
tin1
試過幾天 將家也當作夜店

Try to make your house a nightclub for a few days.

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si5
gwo3
gei2
tin1
zoeng3
ze1
jaa5
dong3
zok3
je6
dim3
卻總拋不開 那殘缺懷念

But I never let go of that flaw.

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koek3
zung2
paau1
fau2
hoi1
no6
caan4
kyut3
waai4
nim6
忘記昨日 還有目前

Forget yesterday, and forget the present.

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mong6
gei3
zok6
mik6
waan4
jau6
muk6
cin4
情不瀟灑 終生弱點

It's a weakness.

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cing4
fau2
siu1
saai3
zung1
sang1
joek6
dim2
恨昨天堆積心債未清 卻又再欠

I hate that yesterday's debt pile up, but I still owe it.

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han6
zok6
tin1
zeoi1
zik1
sam1
zaai3
mei6
cing1
koek3
jau6
zoi3
him3
難得清醒 難以入眠

It's hard to wake up, it's hard to fall asleep.

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no4
dak1
cing1
sing2
no4
jyu5
jap6
min4
人堆中裝得歡樂點

There's a lot of fun in the crowd.

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jan4
zeoi1
zung1
zong1
dak1
fun1
ngok6
dim2
但那施捨的温暖目光 實在是痛憐

But the warmth of the donation was painful.

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daan6
no6
si3
se2
dik1
wan1
hyun1
muk6
gwong1
sat6
zoi6
si6
tung3
lin4
難以繼續 難以決斷

It's hard to keep going, it's hard to make decisions.

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no4
jyu5
gai3
zuk6
no4
jyu5
kyut3
dyun6
如高空之中的弱者

Like the weak in the high sky.

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jyu4
gou1
hung3
zi1
zung1
dik1
joek6
ze2
在綱線之間 應退後些

Between the lines, we should step back.

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zoi6
gong1
sin3
zi1
haan4
jing3
teoi3
hau6
se1
又或是向前

Or forward.

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jau6
waak6
si6
hoeng3
cin4
要怎改變我 要怎適應你

How to change me, how to adapt to you.

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jiu3
fim2
goi2
bin3
ngo5
jiu3
fim2
zaak6
jing3
nei5
高空裏驚慮着 要去那邊

I was scared to go up there.

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gou1
hung3
leoi5
ging1
luk6
jyu3
jiu3
heoi3
no6
bin1
About This Song

The song "" ("Decision") by Liu Xiaohui captures the profound emotional turmoil and ambivalence experienced in love and personal growth. Through its lyrics, Liu conveys a sense of struggle between the desire to move forward and the heavy weight of nostalgia and regret. The recurring theme of indecision underscores the emotional core of the song, as the protagonist grapples with past relationships and the painful memories associated with them, illustrating a universal human experience of longing and uncertainty.

In this poignant narrative, the artist paints a story of someone caught between the clutches of yesterday and the promise of tomorrow. The lyrics depict the pressures of maintaining a facade of happiness amidst inner turmoil, hinting at the societal expectations of joy, even in the face of sorrow. The melancholy reflection on missed opportunities and the yearning for clarity shines a light on the inner conflict that many face when confronting their past and contemplating their future. This relatable struggle imbues the song with a sense of authenticity that resonates deeply with listeners.

Musically, "" combines emotive melodies with thoughtful lyrical phrasing, creating an atmosphere that encapsulates the song's themes of vulnerability and hesitation. Liu Xiaohui's vocal delivery enhances the emotional weight, utilizing contrasts in dynamics to emphasize feelings of despair and hope. The use of metaphor in the lyrics, particularly the imagery of flying amidst chaos, adds a layer of depth, inviting listeners to reflect on their own moments of uncertainty and the decisions that shape their lives.

Culturally, the song resonates within the context of contemporary Chinese society, where young adults often find themselves navigating complex emotional landscapes in relationships. The choice to reflect on the intersection of personal choice and societal expectation speaks to the broader experiences of love, loss, and the quest for identity. As such, "" not only serves as a personal anthem for those grappling with their emotions but also reflects a collective dialogue on the pressures faced in modern life.

Song Details
Singer:
劉小慧
Total Lines:
16