先入為主

By 吳浩康

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
拜託你不要數我

Please don't count me.

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baai3
tok3
nei5
fau2
jiu3
sou3
ngo5
從前是若你要數

And it was always, if you count,

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zung6
cin4
si6
joek6
nei5
jiu3
sou3
太多污點讓你數不盡

There are so many dots that you can't count.

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taai3
do1
wu3
dim2
joeng6
nei5
sou3
fau2
zeon6
你看我今次多守信

Look at me being more faithful this time.

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nei5
hon3
ngo5
gam1
ci3
do1
sau3
seon3
難道我後悔已經沒有用

I regret that I didn't use it.

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no4
dou6
ngo5
hau6
fui3
ji5
ging1
mei6
jau6
jung6
是我做錯 是我做錯

I was wrong, I was wrong.

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si6
ngo5
zou6
laap6
si6
ngo5
zou6
laap6
是我做錯 你要什麼

What do you want?

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si6
ngo5
zou6
laap6
nei5
jiu3
zaap6
mo5
縱費用昂貴 在所不計

It's costly, and it's unimaginable.

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zung3
fai3
jung6
ngong5
gwai3
zoi6
so2
fau2
gei3
只想洗去舊過失

I just want to wash away the old mistakes.

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zi2
soeng2
sin2
heoi3
gau6
gwo3
sat1
累積一貨櫃

I'm going to build a cargo.

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leoi6
zik1
jat1
fo6
gwai6
恨也恨過 鬧也鬧過

Hate is hate, and hate is hate.

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han6
jaa5
han6
gwo3
naau6
jaa5
naau6
gwo3
罰也罰過 還求什麼

Punishment is punished. What more can we ask?

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fat6
jaa5
fat6
gwo3
waan4
kau4
zaap6
mo5
我縱使無法被你抱住

I can't even hold you.

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ngo5
zung3
si2
mou4
fat3
pei5
nei5
pou5
zyu6
都起碼讓我停住跌勢

At least it stopped me from going down.

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dou1
hei2
maa5
joeng6
ngo5
ting4
zyu6
daat3
sai3
你記住我當初不忠誠

Remember, I was unfaithful at first.

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nei5
gei3
zyu6
ngo5
dong3
co1
fau2
zung1
sing4
不相信今天我愛上安定

I can't believe I'm in love with stability today.

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fau2
soeng2
seon3
gam1
tin1
ngo5
oi3
soeng6
on1
ding6
我對着你怎保證

How can I guarantee you that?

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ngo5
deoi3
jyu3
nei5
fim2
bou2
zing3
至夠力證明我 已是定了性

It was enough to prove that I was determined.

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zi3
gau3
lik6
zing3
ming4
ngo5
ji5
si6
ding6
liu4
sing3
是我做錯 是我做錯

I was wrong, I was wrong.

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si6
ngo5
zou6
laap6
si6
ngo5
zou6
laap6
是我做錯 你要什麼

What do you want?

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si6
ngo5
zou6
laap6
nei5
jiu3
zaap6
mo5
縱費用昂貴 在所不計

It's costly, and it's unimaginable.

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zung3
fai3
jung6
ngong5
gwai3
zoi6
so2
fau2
gei3
只想洗去舊過失

I just want to wash away the old mistakes.

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zi2
soeng2
sin2
heoi3
gau6
gwo3
sat1
累積一貨櫃

I'm going to build a cargo.

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leoi6
zik1
jat1
fo6
gwai6
恨也恨過 鬧也鬧過

Hate is hate, and hate is hate.

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han6
jaa5
han6
gwo3
naau6
jaa5
naau6
gwo3
罰也罰過 還求什麼

Punishment is punished. What more can we ask?

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fat6
jaa5
fat6
gwo3
waan4
kau4
zaap6
mo5
過去事何以尚要多提

What's the matter with the past?

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gwo3
heoi3
si6
ho6
jyu5
soeng6
jiu3
do1
tai4
圍繞這討厭主題發揮

And it's all about the hateful subject.

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wai4
jiu5
ze5
tou2
jim3
zyu2
tai4
fat3
fai1
你記住我當初不忠誠

Remember, I was unfaithful at first.

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nei5
gei3
zyu6
ngo5
dong3
co1
fau2
zung1
sing4
不相信今天我愛上安定

I can't believe I'm in love with stability today.

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fau2
soeng2
seon3
gam1
tin1
ngo5
oi3
soeng6
on1
ding6
我對着你怎保證

How can I guarantee you that?

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ngo5
deoi3
jyu3
nei5
fim2
bou2
zing3
至夠力證明我 已是定了性

It was enough to prove that I was determined.

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zi3
gau3
lik6
zing3
ming4
ngo5
ji5
si6
ding6
liu4
sing3
你看着我眼睛

You look me in the eye.

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nei5
hon3
jyu3
ngo5
ngaan5
zing1
何以你會待我這麼不公平

Why are you being so unfair to me?

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ho6
jyu5
nei5
wui6
daai1
ngo5
ze5
mo5
fau2
gung1
ping4
不相信今天我愛上安定

I can't believe I'm in love with stability today.

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fau2
soeng2
seon3
gam1
tin1
ngo5
oi3
soeng6
on1
ding6
那印象你可否抹清

Can you erase that impression?

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no6
ngan3
zoeng6
nei5
ho2
pei5
mut6
cing1
我再讓你難過 我願受報應

I'm going to make you sad again, and I'm going to get paid.

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ngo5
zoi3
joeng6
nei5
no4
gwo3
ngo5
jyun6
sau6
bou3
jing3
About This Song

The song "" by delves into the emotional turmoil of a man grappling with his past mistakes and the burden of a tarnished reputation in love. At its core, the song expresses a heartfelt plea for understanding and the desire for redemption. The protagonist acknowledges the wrongs he has done in the past, particularly in regard to infidelity, and he struggles with the lingering effects of those actions on his current relationship. The theme revolves around the journey of seeking forgiveness and proving one's commitment after having been previously unfaithful.

The narrative unfolds as the protagonist confronts his lover, who harbors doubts due to his past behavior. He is keenly aware of the scars left by his previous infidelity and the emotional weight they impose on their current bond. As he reflects on his past misdeeds, he yearns for a chance to demonstrate that he has changed, stating that although he cannot undo what has been done, he hopes to showcase his sincerity and love for stability. The lyrics effectively capture the tension between regret and hope, highlighting the complexity of rebuilding trust in the face of betrayal.

Musically, the song features a blend of emotive melodies and contemporary pop instrumentation, allowing listeners to connect deeply with the protagonist's plight. The use of repetition in phrases such as "" (It was my mistake) emphasizes his remorse, while the contrasting imagery of stability versus chaos reflects the duality of his emotions. The lyrical techniques employed, including vivid metaphors and a conversational tone, further contribute to the song's relatability, making it resonate with anyone who has grappled with similar themes of guilt and longing for redemption.

Culturally, "" resonates within Chinese society, where familial and romantic loyalty are held in high esteem. The song articulates the struggle between tradition and modernity, as the protagonist seeks a balance between accepting his past and embracing his new commitment. This exploration of love, fidelity, and the quest for acceptance transcends cultural boundaries, speaking to a universal human experience that engages listeners and encourages them to reflect on their own relationships and decisions.

Song Details
Singer:
吳浩康
Total Lines:
36