兒戲

By 吳浩康

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
情願未發生 可惜轉眼便發生

It didn't happen, but unfortunately, it happened.

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cing4
jyun6
mei6
fat3
sang1
ho2
sik1
zyun3
ngaan5
pin4
fat3
sang1
這座城 像雪崩 我因此學會認真

This city is like a snowstorm, and I learned to be serious about it.

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ze5
zo2
sing4
zoeng6
syut3
bang1
ngo5
jan1
ci2
hok6
wui6
jing6
zan1
維園亮過燈

The garden is lit up.

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wai4
jyun2
loeng6
gwo3
dang1
幾多位偶像過身以後我才相信

I didn't believe it until after a few idols died.

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gei2
do1
wai6
ngau5
zoeng6
gwo3
jyun4
jyu5
hau6
ngo5
coi4
soeng2
seon3
快樂難得

Happiness is hard.

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faai3
ngok6
no4
dak1
若你想哭泣 容許我站近

If you want to cry, let me stand by.

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joek6
nei5
soeng2
huk1
jap1
jung4
heoi2
ngo5
zaam6
kan5
就算推測不到永恆 陪你算命運

Even if you can't predict eternity, you're going to be lucky.

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zau6
syun3
teoi1
cak1
fau2
dou3
wing5
hang4
pui4
nei5
syun3
ming6
wan6
願你很開心 容許我送一吻

May you be happy and let me give you a kiss.

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jyun6
nei5
han2
hoi1
sam1
jung4
heoi2
ngo5
sung3
jat1
man5
就算聽朝天地隨便倒冧

Even if you hear the sky and the sky fall,

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zau6
syun3
teng1
zyu1
tin1
deng6
ceoi4
pin4
dou2
lam3
當一切都可以兒戲

When everything is a play.

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dong3
jat1
cit3
dou1
ho2
jyu5
ngai4
hei3
偏想跟你活到死

I want to live with you.

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pin1
soeng2
gan1
nei5
wut6
dou3
si2
十年後的風箏也牽給你

And the storm that followed ten years later, it hit you.

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sap6
nin4
hau6
dik1
fung3
zang1
jaa5
hin1
kap1
nei5
這城市轉得很快 感覺像遊戲

The city was moving fast, and it felt like a game.

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ze5
sing4
si5
zyun3
dak1
han2
faai3
gam2
gok3
zoeng6
jau6
hei3
唯獨愛 是最後的真理

Love alone is the ultimate truth.

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wai4
duk6
oi3
si6
zeoi3
hau6
dik1
zan1
lei5
請相信我不再兒戲

Believe me, I'm not playing games anymore.

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zing6
soeng2
seon3
ngo5
fau2
zoi3
ngai4
hei3
假使經過病與死

If you're sick and dying,

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gaa2
si2
ging1
gwo3
beng6
jyu6
si2
廿年後的祝福更想給你

I want to bless you 20 years later.

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jap6
nin4
hau6
dik1
zuk1
fuk1
gang3
soeng2
kap1
nei5
這城市轉得很快 當晚電視機

The city changed quickly, and the TV was on the night.

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ze5
sing4
si5
zyun3
dak1
han2
faai3
dong3
maan5
din6
si6
gei1
傳着重大消息之時 我捉緊你

I'm catching you when you're telling me the big news.

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zyun6
jyu3
zung6
taai3
siu1
sik1
zi1
si4
ngo5
zuk3
gan2
nei5
成熟地記得 有些傷痛極勇敢

Remember, some of the wounds are very brave.

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seng4
suk6
deng6
gei3
dak1
jau6
se1
soeng1
tung3
gik6
jung6
gam2
這座城 或再生 更加想和你認真

This city, or rebirth, wants to be more serious about you.

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ze5
zo2
sing4
waak6
zoi3
sang1
gang3
gaa3
soeng2
wo4
nei5
jing6
zan1
和平或戰爭

Peace or war.

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wo4
ping4
waak6
zin3
zaang1
幾多種怪病結束以後我才知道

I only knew after I had a few strange diseases.

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gei2
do1
zung3
gwaai3
beng6
lit3
sok3
jyu5
hau6
ngo5
coi4
zi3
dou6
對誰着緊

Who are you holding on to?

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deoi3
seoi4
jyu3
gan2
若你想哭泣 容許我站近

If you want to cry, let me stand by.

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joek6
nei5
soeng2
huk1
jap1
jung4
heoi2
ngo5
zaam6
kan5
就算推測不到永恆 陪你算命運

Even if you can't predict eternity, you're going to be lucky.

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zau6
syun3
teoi1
cak1
fau2
dou3
wing5
hang4
pui4
nei5
syun3
ming6
wan6
願你很開心 容許我送一吻

May you be happy and let me give you a kiss.

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jyun6
nei5
han2
hoi1
sam1
jung4
heoi2
ngo5
sung3
jat1
man5
就算聽朝天地隨便倒冧

Even if you hear the sky and the sky fall,

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zau6
syun3
teng1
zyu1
tin1
deng6
ceoi4
pin4
dou2
lam3
當一切都可以兒戲

When everything is a play.

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dong3
jat1
cit3
dou1
ho2
jyu5
ngai4
hei3
偏想跟你活到死

I want to live with you.

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pin1
soeng2
gan1
nei5
wut6
dou3
si2
十年後的煙花也燒給你

Ten years later, the smoke burns you.

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sap6
nin4
hau6
dik1
jin1
waa6
jaa5
siu1
kap1
nei5
這城市轉得很快 感覺像遊戲

The city was moving fast, and it felt like a game.

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ze5
sing4
si5
zyun3
dak1
han2
faai3
gam2
gok3
zoeng6
jau6
hei3
唯獨愛 能誠實地希冀

Only love can truly be loved.

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wai4
duk6
oi3
toi4
sing4
sat6
deng6
hei1
gei3
請相信我不再兒戲

Believe me, I'm not playing games anymore.

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zing6
soeng2
seon3
ngo5
fau2
zoi3
ngai4
hei3
假使經過病與死

If you're sick and dying,

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gaa2
si2
ging1
gwo3
beng6
jyu6
si2
廿年後跟你全部記起

You'll remember it all 20 years later.

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jap6
nin4
hau6
gan1
nei5
cyun4
bou6
gei3
hei2
這城市轉得很快 竟有時完美

It's a city that changes quickly, and sometimes it's perfect.

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ze5
sing4
si5
zyun3
dak1
han2
faai3
ging2
jau6
si4
jyun4
mei5
懷念六月雪飛之時 我捉緊你

I miss the June snowfall, and I'm catching you.

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waai4
nim6
luk6
jyut6
syut3
fei1
zi1
si4
ngo5
zuk3
gan2
nei5
情願未發生 可惜轉眼便發生

It didn't happen, but unfortunately, it happened.

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cing4
jyun6
mei6
fat3
sang1
ho2
sik1
zyun3
ngaan5
pin4
fat3
sang1
到最後 兩個人 至少可更近

And in the end, at least two people can be closer.

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dou3
zeoi3
hau6
loeng5
go3
jan4
zi3
siu3
ho2
gang3
kan5
About This Song

The song "" (translated as "Child's Play") by (Wu Haokang) delves into the complexities of love and the passage of time within the bustling context of urban life. The main theme revolves around the idea of embracing sincerity amidst the fleeting moments of existence. Wu expresses a deep emotional core that stems from the juxtaposition of life's transience with the desire for lasting connections. The lyrics poignantly reflect on the inevitability of change and the importance of cherishing relationships, no matter how brief or unstable they may seem.

The narrative unfolds as the artist reflects on memories and aspirations tied to significant moments shared with a loved one. Through vivid imagery, Wu portrays a city that changes rapidly, likening life events to a game, where love emerges as the only enduring truth. The song's message emphasizes the significance of living in the moment while planning for a deeper, meaningful futurea sentiment that resonates strongly with listeners navigating their own romantic journeys.

Musically, "" features a blend of contemporary pop elements with heartfelt melodies that enhance its lyrical depth. The use of repetition in phrases like "" ("allow me to send a kiss") captures the longing and affection toward the loved one, while the contrasting ideas of joy and sorrow create a rich tapestry of emotional turmoil. Wu's vocal delivery is both tender and sincere, drawing listeners into his introspective reflections on love and time.

Culturally, the song resonates with the Chinese ethos of valuing relationships and the challenges that come with modernity. In a rapidly changing society where traditional values often clash with contemporary lifestyles, the exploration of sincere love amidst chaos reflects a universal struggle. "" serves as a reminder that even in a fast-paced world, genuine connections remain paramount in our lives.

Song Details
Singer:
吳浩康
Total Lines:
40