Can't let you go

By 吳若希

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
曾裝作聽不到

It was a little too loud.

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zang1
zong1
zok3
teng1
fau2
dou3
慣了糟蹋對我好的人

I'm used to being bad for good people.

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gwaan3
liu4
zou1
taap3
deoi3
ngo5
hou3
dik1
jan4
其實明白那次告別的吻

I actually understood that goodbye kiss.

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kei4
sat6
ming4
baak6
no6
ci3
guk1
bit6
dik1
man5
只怪我不肯關心

I'm sorry I didn't care.

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zi2
gwaai3
ngo5
fau2
hoi2
gwaan1
sam1
如今你可聽到

You can hear it now.

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jyu4
gam1
nei5
ho2
teng1
dou3
相信你也已經不想慰問

I'm sure you don't want to take comfort.

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soeng2
seon3
nei5
jaa5
ji5
ging1
fau2
soeng2
wai3
man6
明白是我放棄苦惱自尋

I realized that I had given up on the pain.

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ming4
baak6
si6
ngo5
fong3
hei3
fu2
nou5
zi6
cam4
不配要你來憐憫

I don't deserve your mercy.

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fau2
pui3
jiu3
nei5
loi6
lin4
man5
曾問如何做戲

I asked how to play.

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zang1
man6
jyu4
ho6
zou6
hei3
方不會自覺我那樣卑微

He wouldn't feel as humble as I did.

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fong1
fau2
wui6
zi6
gok3
ngo5
no6
joeng2
bei1
mei4
原來自我抱着你

It came from holding you.

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jyun5
loi6
zi6
ngo5
pou5
jyu3
nei5
(原來自我慶幸抱着你)

(I was happy to hold you)

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jyun5
loi6
zi6
ngo5
hing3
hang6
pou5
jyu3
nei5
這生已沒其他可媲美

There is no other beauty in life.

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ze5
sang1
ji5
mei6
kei4
to1
ho2
pei3
mei5
夢見你與我再次擁抱

Dreaming of hugging you again.

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mung6
jin6
nei5
jyu6
ngo5
zoi3
ci3
ung2
pou5
平淡也會變得不簡單

It's not easy.

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ping4
taam4
jaa5
wui6
bin3
dak1
fau2
gaan2
sin6
多好(盼你知道)

Good. (Laughter)

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do1
hou3
paan3
nei5
zi3
dou6
換轉你也會有一刻的糊塗

You'll have a little bit of a glue to change the way you turn.

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wun6
zyun3
nei5
jaa5
wui6
jau6
jat1
hak1
dik1
wu4
caa4
誰臉上有淚印你可知道

You know who has tears on their faces.

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seoi4
lim5
soeng6
jau6
leoi6
ngan3
nei5
ho2
zi3
dou6
(我真心的想你知道)

(I really want you to know)

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ngo5
zan1
sam1
dik1
soeng2
nei5
zi3
dou6
能擁有幾生修到

It can last for many years.

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toi4
ung2
jau6
gei2
sang1
sau1
dou3
真心聽我的樂與怒

Listen carefully to my joy and anger.

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zan1
sam1
teng1
ngo5
dik1
ngok6
jyu6
nou6
彌補對你的損耗

Compensate for your loss.

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nei4
bou2
deoi3
nei5
dik1
syun2
hou3
何以當初看不到

Why didn't you see it at first?

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ho6
jyu5
dong3
co1
hon3
fau2
dou3
這刻我看到

And I saw that.

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ze5
hak1
ngo5
hon3
dou3
可惜時候不早

Unfortunately, it's not early.

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ho2
sik1
si4
hau6
fau2
zou2
若你肯出一聲 甘去惡補

If you don't want to speak out, you can do it.

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joek6
nei5
hoi2
ceot1
jat1
sing1
gam1
heoi3
ok3
bou2
還用淚眼對外宣佈

And they're tearfully announcing it.

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waan4
jung6
leoi6
ngaan5
deoi3
oi6
syun1
bou3
承諾花光一生的愛回報

Promise to spend your life lovingly.

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sing4
nok6
waa6
gwong1
jat1
sang1
dik1
oi3
wui4
bou3
About This Song

"Can't Let You Go" by (Wang Ruoxi) encapsulates the complexity of love and loss with poignant lyrics that reflect deep emotional struggle. The song's central theme revolves around the pain of separation and the recognition of one's mistakes in a relationship. The artist conveys feelings of regret and yearning, admitting to having turned a blind eye to the affection and efforts of a loved one. The emotional core of the song lies in its vulnerability, as it captures the lingering attachment to a past love and the realization of what has been lost, all while grappling with self-doubt and introspection.

The narrative unfolds as the artist recounts moments of remorse, symbolized by the metaphor of an unreciprocated farewell kiss. There is a sincere confession of not providing the care that the relationship deserved and a longing to be understood by the ex-lover. The story conveyed through the lyrics showcases a journey from denial to awakening, where the artist acknowledges their past mistakes and desires closure. Each line resonates with listeners who may relate to the feelings of lost love and the complexities of emotional dependence.

Musically, "Can't Let You Go" features a delicate fusion of subtle melodies and soft instrumentals that complement the introspective lyrics. The lyrical technique employs a conversational tone that makes the emotions feel relatable and immediate. Notable is the use of imagery, such as tears and embraces, which vividly illustrate the depth of the artist's emotions. The repetition of certain phrases serves to reinforce the intensity of feeling, capturing the essence of heartache effectively.

Culturally, the song speaks to the universal experiences of love and regret, transcending language barriers. It resonates with many who have faced the challenge of letting go of relationships that once brought joy. Through her expressive vocal delivery, connects with audiences on a personal level, making the song a significant contribution to contemporary Mandarin pop. Its heartfelt themes and relatable storytelling ensure that "Can't Let You Go" continues to find relevance in the lives of listeners navigating similar emotional landscapes.

Song Details
Singer:
吳若希
Total Lines:
28