養傷

By 吳浩康

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
童年極率真不太懂輩份

The childhood extremes are not very well understood.

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tung4
nin4
gik6
seot1
zan1
fau2
taai3
dung2
bei3
fan6
十歲的我發問

I asked this when I was ten.

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sap6
seoi3
dik1
ngo5
fat3
man6
明明狂哭不滿可陸沉

I was crying, crying.

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ming4
ming4
kwong4
huk1
fau2
mun6
ho2
luk6
zam6
成人淚水怎要強忍

How can an adult hold back tears?

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seng4
jan4
leoi6
seoi2
fim2
jiu3
koeng5
jan5
成熟後傷心不放聲叫嚷

And when you're mature, you don't cry.

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seng4
suk6
hau6
soeng1
sam1
fau2
fong3
sing1
giu3
joeng6
廿歲總要氣量

You need to breathe at 20.

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jap6
seoi3
zung2
jiu3
hei3
loeng6
原來嚎哭這叫不沉常

It was a bit of a crying thing.

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jyun5
loi6
hou4
huk1
ze5
giu3
fau2
zam6
soeng4
埋藏無言獨個養傷

It's a single, wounded body.

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maai4
zong6
mou4
jin4
duk6
go3
joeng5
soeng1
太煩忙遮掩重傷

Too busy covering up for the wounds.

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taai3
faan4
mong4
ze1
jim2
zung6
soeng1
血橫流皮肉要體諒

The blood flowing through the skin must be thickened.

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hyut3
waang6
lau4
pei2
juk6
jiu3
tai2
loeng6
要忘懷抽乾我理想打仗

I'm trying to forget about my ideal war.

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jiu3
mong6
waai4
cau1
kin4
ngo5
lei5
soeng2
ding2
zoeng6
練我能量

It's my energy.

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lin6
ngo5
toi4
loeng6
看 硬去擋衝撞

Look, it's hard to stop the impact.

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hon3
ngaang6
heoi3
dong3
cung3
zong6
拳頭長圍住我不放

I was surrounded by fists.

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kyun4
tau4
zoeng6
wai4
zyu6
ngo5
fau2
fong3
就當在蠻荒面對兇悍

It's like facing a monster in a desert.

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zau6
dong3
zoi6
maan4
fong1
min2
deoi3
hung1
hon6
放鬆前行就當衝浪

Relax and go surfing.

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fong3
sung1
cin4
hong6
zau6
dong3
cung3
long4
聽 電結他聲浪

Listen, he's got a wire.

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teng1
din6
lit3
to1
sing1
long4
迴響幫我抹汗

The sound of the sound of the whistle sweats me.

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wui4
hoeng2
bong1
ngo5
mut6
hong6
成長中傷口似隱藏

Growing wounds seem to be hidden.

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seng4
zoeng6
zung1
soeng1
hau2
ci5
jan3
zong6
養傷還原沒症狀

They're not showing symptoms.

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joeng5
soeng1
waan4
jyun5
mei6
zing3
zong6
不需有哭腔

No need to cry.

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fau2
seoi1
jau6
huk1
hong1
懷念著當天哭笑多漂亮

It was so beautiful to cry and smile.

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waai4
nim6
zyu3
dong3
tin1
huk1
siu3
do1
piu3
loeng6
玩笑喜好至上

It's a joke.

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waan2
siu3
hei2
hou3
zi3
soeng6
成人無非奸詐跟善良

Adults are not just cheating and being good.

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seng4
jan4
mou4
fei2
gaan1
zaa3
gan1
sin6
loeng4
懷疑原來是我妄想

I was delusional about the doubt.

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waai4
ji4
jyun5
loi6
si6
ngo5
mong6
soeng2
挽留磨損中記憶

It keeps the memory alive.

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waan5
lau4
mo6
syun2
zung1
gei3
jik1
血痕如縫合有經歷

Blood spots are like stitches.

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hyut3
han4
jyu4
fung6
ho4
jau6
ging1
lik6
我仍然擺出挺胸的優勢

I still had a strong edge.

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ngo5
jing4
jin4
baai2
ceot1
ting5
hung1
dik1
jau1
sai3
獨有能力

It's a unique ability.

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duk6
jau6
toi4
lik6
看 硬去擋衝撞

Look, it's hard to stop the impact.

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hon3
ngaang6
heoi3
dong3
cung3
zong6
拳頭長圍住我不放

I was surrounded by fists.

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kyun4
tau4
zoeng6
wai4
zyu6
ngo5
fau2
fong3
就當在蠻荒面對兇悍

It's like facing a monster in a desert.

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zau6
dong3
zoi6
maan4
fong1
min2
deoi3
hung1
hon6
放鬆前行就當衝浪

Relax and go surfing.

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fong3
sung1
cin4
hong6
zau6
dong3
cung3
long4
聽 電結他聲浪

Listen, he's got a wire.

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teng1
din6
lit3
to1
sing1
long4
迴響幫我抹汗

The sound of the sound of the whistle sweats me.

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wui4
hoeng2
bong1
ngo5
mut6
hong6
成長中傷口似隱藏

Growing wounds seem to be hidden.

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seng4
zoeng6
zung1
soeng1
hau2
ci5
jan3
zong6
養傷還原沒症狀

They're not showing symptoms.

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joeng5
soeng1
waan4
jyun5
mei6
zing3
zong6
不需有哭腔

No need to cry.

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fau2
seoi1
jau6
huk1
hong1
我 沒退縮失望

I didn't give up.

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ngo5
mei6
teoi3
suk1
sat1
mong6
拳頭和輿論多粗獷

Fist and argument are rough.

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kyun4
tau4
wo4
jyu4
leon6
do1
cou1
gwong2
若捍衞唯一鋭意收放

If the only sharp lock is the guard,

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joek6
hon6
wai6
wai4
jat1
yui6
ji3
sau1
fong3
放鬆前行就更倜儻

It's easier to relax and move forward.

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fong3
sung1
cin4
hong6
zau6
gang3
tik1
聽 電結他聲浪

Listen, he's got a wire.

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teng1
din6
lit3
to1
sing1
long4
迴響幫我抹汗

The sound of the sound of the whistle sweats me.

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wui4
hoeng2
bong1
ngo5
mut6
hong6
成長中傷口似隱藏

Growing wounds seem to be hidden.

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seng4
zoeng6
zung1
soeng1
hau2
ci5
jan3
zong6
養傷還原沒症狀

They're not showing symptoms.

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joeng5
soeng1
waan4
jyun5
mei6
zing3
zong6
不需有哭腔

No need to cry.

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fau2
seoi1
jau6
huk1
hong1
About This Song

The song "" ("Healing Wounds") by (William Wu) captures the profound journey of emotional healing and maturation through introspective lyrics and evocative melodies. At its core, the song explores the complexities of growing up, where the protagonist reflects on childhood innocence, the burdens of adulthood, and the silent suffering that often accompanies personal growth. The stark contrast between the carefree nature of youth and the harsh realities of adult life is poignantly conveyed, resonating deeply with listeners who have navigated similar emotional landscapes.

The narrative within the song tells the story of an individual confronting their internal struggles while trying to maintain composure against life's challenges. The lyrics depict a battle against emotional pain, illustrated through vivid imagery of wounds and healing processes. Lines such as "" ("Silently buried, healing alone") suggest a solitary journey, where the act of healing becomes a personal affairan endeavor to reconcile past traumas without the need for external validation or expression of vulnerability. This introspection underlines the importance of self-acceptance in the face of adversity.

Musically, "" employs a blend of compelling rhythms and harmonies that enhance the lyrical themes of resilience and vitality. The use of metaphorical language, such as "" ("fists") representing strength and protection against life's 'attacks,' adds depth to the lyrics. The production combines electronic elements with a robust beat, creating an atmosphere that encourages listeners to embrace their inner strength. The dynamic shifts in the arrangement reflect the emotional highs and lows described in the narrative, further engaging the audience in the protagonist's journey.

Culturally, "" resonates with themes universal to the human experience of growing up, particularly in East Asian contexts where emotional expression may be constrained by societal expectations. The song challenges these norms by encouraging authenticity over stoicism, suggesting that acknowledging one's pain is just as important as the act of healing itself. In an era where mental health awareness is becoming more prominent, Wu's artistry contributes to an ongoing dialogue about emotional health, making "" a significant piece in contemporary music.

Song Details
Singer:
吳浩康
Total Lines:
47