花不痛

By 古巨基

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
公園中小娃娃哭得嗓子也破

The dolls in the park were crying and their necks were broken.

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gung1
jyun2
zung1
siu2
waa1
waa1
huk1
dak1
zi2
jaa5
po3
為什麼他也有苦楚

Why does he suffer?

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wai6
zaap6
mo5
to1
jaa5
jau6
fu2
co2
車廂中一把嬌小的飲泣聲擦過

A little crying sound in the carriage was wiped out.

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geoi1
soeng1
zung1
jat1
baa3
giu1
siu2
dik1
jam3
jap1
sing1
caat3
gwo3
或為想起 過去愛錯

Or to remember the past.

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waak6
wai6
soeng2
hei2
gwo3
heoi3
oi3
laap6
到處有故事動人為何淚水 成河

There are stories everywhere about why tears come down.

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dou3
syu3
jau6
gu3
si6
dung6
jan4
wai6
ho6
leoi6
seoi2
seng4
ho2
其實因果只有我們清楚

We know the reason.

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kei4
sat6
jan1
gwo2
zi2
jau6
ngo5
mun4
cing1
co2
花舞花落花不痛

It doesn't hurt to dance.

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waa6
mou5
waa6
lok6
waa6
fau2
tung3
放輕鬆 放輕鬆

Relax, relax, relax.

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fong3
hing1
sung1
fong3
hing1
sung1
天暗天亮天不痛

It's dark and sunny.

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tin1
am3
tin1
loeng6
tin1
fau2
tung3
太高深 怎形容

How can you describe it?

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taai3
gou1
sam1
fim2
jing4
jung4
心痛因為心肯痛

It hurts because it hurts.

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sam1
tung3
jan1
wai6
sam1
hoi2
tung3
未看通 日後會懂

It's not a problem.

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mei6
hon3
tung1
mik6
hau6
wui6
dung2
願我心 能似繪本

I wish my heart were like a picture.

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jyun6
ngo5
sam1
toi4
ci5
kui3
bun2
紅與黑畫筆可操縱

Red and black pencils are manipulable.

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hung4
jyu6
hak1
waak6
bat1
ho2
cou3
zung3
推車的小販仆倒小腿都擦破

The little salesman who was driving the car fell and broke his legs.

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teoi1
geoi1
dik1
siu2
faan5
buk6
dou2
siu2
teoi3
dou1
caat3
po3
為什麼他笑笑帶過

Why did he smile?

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wai6
zaap6
mo5
to1
siu3
siu3
daai3
gwo3
機艙中想起這些終於想到了我

And I finally remembered that in the cockpit.

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gei1
ceng1
zung1
soeng2
hei2
ze5
se1
zung1
wu1
soeng2
dou3
liu4
ngo5
日夜擔心 那裏有錯

Worrying day and night is wrong.

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mik6
je6
daam3
sam1
no6
leoi5
jau6
laap6
世界最困惑愁煩何曾是我 為何

What was the most disturbing and sad thing in the world was me?

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sai3
gaai3
zeoi3
kwan3
waak6
sau4
faan4
ho6
zang1
si6
ngo5
wai6
ho6
其實想怎麼過太難觸摸

I really don't know why it's so hard to touch.

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kei4
sat6
soeng2
fim2
mo5
gwo3
taai3
no4
zuk1
mou4
為何含辛如苦 並沒什麼原故

Why is it so painful and painful?

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wai6
ho6
ham4
san1
jyu4
fu2
bing6
mei6
zaap6
mo5
jyun5
gu3
甜或甘 任我估

Sweet or sweet, let me guess.

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tim4
waak6
gam1
jam6
ngo5
gu3
風細風大風不懂

The winds and storms don't know.

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fung3
sai3
fung3
taai3
fung3
fau2
dung2
星遠星近極難懂

The distant star is extremely close.

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sing1
jyun6
sing1
kan5
gik6
no4
dung2
太高深 不必懂

It's too deep, too deep.

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taai3
gou1
sam1
fau2
bit1
dung2
心痛因為心肯痛

It hurts because it hurts.

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sam1
tung3
jan1
wai6
sam1
hoi2
tung3
未看通 日後會懂

It's not a problem.

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mei6
hon3
tung1
mik6
hau6
wui6
dung2
願我心 能似繪本

I wish my heart were like a picture.

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jyun6
ngo5
sam1
toi4
ci5
kui3
bun2
紅與黑畫筆可操縱

Red and black pencils are manipulable.

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hung4
jyu6
hak1
waak6
bat1
ho2
cou3
zung3
About This Song

The song "" ("Flowers Dont Hurt") by (Leo Ku) encapsulates a profound exploration of human emotions, particularly focusing on themes of pain, reflection, and acceptance. At its core, the song portrays the universal experience of sorrow and the fleeting nature of happiness through poignant imagery about a crying child, a fallen vendor, and personal yearning. These elements evoke an emotional narrative that resonates deeply with listeners, as it reflects personal struggles and the innocence often lost in the complexities of life.

The lyrics unfold a story that bridges personal anguish with broader societal experiences, portraying relatable characters like the sorrowful child or the vendor who, despite adversity, chooses to move forward with resilience. This duality emphasizes the inherent contradictions in life: joy intertwined with pain, and the understanding that while suffering is ubiquitous, so too is hope. It suggests that the reconciliation of these feelings may not be immediately apparent, yet there lies a deeper wisdom in embracing them.

Musically, the song employs a mixture of soft instrumentation and emotive melodies that underscore the lyrical themes. The refrain, characterized by a gentle yet poignant call to "" ("let go"), introduces a melodic contrast that balances the heavier reflections expressed throughout the verses. Lyrically, Ku employs symbols such as flowers and paintings, using them as metaphors to illustrate the nuances of emotional experiences, delineating the difference between superficial beauty and underlying pain.

Culturally, "" can be seen as a reflection of the collective consciousness in contemporary Chinese society, where themes of resilience and emotional depth resonate strongly. At a time when societal pressures are mounting, the song provides a comforting reminder that each individual's struggles are shared and understood, inviting listeners to reflect on their personal journeys while fostering a sense of empathy and connection with others.

Song Details
Singer:
古巨基
Total Lines:
29