時空

By 周國賢

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
霓虹前這位潦倒老年 淪為時光機的配件

This old man who fell before the neon is wearing a time machine accessory.

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hung4
cin4
ze5
wai6
lou6
dou2
lou5
nin4
leon4
wai6
si4
gwong1
gei1
dik1
pui3
gin2
直到活到歲月到終點 沒有自己經典

I lived until the end of my life without my own Bible.

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zik6
dou3
wut6
dou3
seoi3
jyut6
dou3
zung1
dim2
mei6
jau6
zi6
gei2
ging1
din2
挖苦你的少年 在倒後鏡片段裏一閃

Dig your kid through the back of the mirror.

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waat3
fu2
nei5
dik1
siu3
nin4
zoi6
dou2
hau6
geng3
pin3
dyun6
leoi5
jat1
sim2
然後人生蒸發一縷煙 被發現經已大殮

And then a smoke evaporates and it's found to be dead.

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jin4
hau6
jan4
sang1
zing1
fat3
jat1
lau5
jin1
pei5
fat3
jin6
ging1
ji5
taai3
如何後悔 也知道

And I know how to regret it.

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jyu4
ho6
hau6
fui3
jaa5
zi3
dou6
無從後退 能探險必需探險

No need to retreat, no need to explore.

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mou4
zung6
hau6
teoi3
toi4
taam3
him2
bit1
seoi1
taam3
him2
明日在那裏再望向這裏

Tomorrow, look over here.

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ming4
mik6
zoi6
no6
leoi5
zoi3
mong6
hoeng3
ze5
leoi5
怕那一位較這一位更唏噓

Fear of being more powerful than being more powerful than being.

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paa3
no6
jat1
wai6
gok3
ze5
jat1
wai6
gang3
hei1
hoe1
一個人平行時空怎去面對

How can a person deal with parallel time and space?

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jat1
go3
jan4
ping4
hong6
si4
hung3
fim2
heoi3
min2
deoi3
從前起身嗌反對 而如今偷偷隱退

He was a rebel and now he's stealing.

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zung6
cin4
hei2
jyun4
jik1
faan3
deoi3
nang4
jyu4
gam1
tau1
tau1
jan3
teoi3
誰記得這少年和這老年 曾天生一對

Who remembers this young man and this old man who were born together?

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seoi4
gei3
dak1
ze5
siu3
nin4
wo4
ze5
lou5
nin4
zang1
tin1
sang1
jat1
deoi3
六百歲再夢見過往六歲

Six hundred years, and another dream, six years.

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luk6
mak6
seoi3
zoi3
mung6
jin6
gwo3
wong5
luk6
seoi3
這一天看那一天崎嶇

Today is a tough day.

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ze5
jat1
tin1
hon3
no6
jat1
tin1
kei4
keoi1
才對得起當天那個小孩 無負那個小孩

I was able to handle that kid that day without losing that kid.

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coi4
deoi3
dak1
hei2
dong3
tin1
no6
go3
siu2
hoi4
mou4
fu6
no6
go3
siu2
hoi4
曾為信仰出發不理反對

They were not willing to fight for their faith.

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zang1
wai6
seon3
joeng5
ceot1
fat3
fau2
lei5
faan3
deoi3
捉得到一隻蟬 誤信便會抱住這花園

If you catch a bug, the misconception holds the garden.

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zuk3
dak1
dou3
jat1
zek3
sin4
ng6
seon3
pin4
wui6
pou5
zyu6
ze5
waa6
jyun2
懷着童真可笑的某天 立紀念碑去自勉

And one ridiculous day, when you have a child, you build a monument to your childhood.

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waai4
jyu3
tung4
zan1
ho2
siu3
dik1
mau5
tin1
lap6
gei3
nim6
bei1
heoi3
zi6
min5
年年度過 怕只怕

Every year, I'm scared.

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nin4
nin4
dou6
gwo3
paa3
zi2
paa3
年年白過 而據點只得句點

The years have gone by, and the evidence is just a point.

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nin4
nin4
baak6
gwo3
nang4
geoi3
dim2
zi2
dak1
gau1
dim2
明日六百歲再夢見過往六歲

Tomorrow, 600 years old, and I dream of being six.

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ming4
mik6
luk6
mak6
seoi3
zoi3
mung6
jin6
gwo3
wong5
luk6
seoi3
這一天看那一天崎嶇

Today is a tough day.

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ze5
jat1
tin1
hon3
no6
jat1
tin1
kei4
keoi1
才對得起當天那個小孩 無負那個小孩

I was able to handle that kid that day without losing that kid.

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coi4
deoi3
dak1
hei2
dong3
tin1
no6
go3
siu2
hoi4
mou4
fu6
no6
go3
siu2
hoi4
曾為信仰出發不理反對

They were not willing to fight for their faith.

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zang1
wai6
seon3
joeng5
ceot1
fat3
fau2
lei5
faan3
deoi3
還是有生活興趣

Or have a passion for life.

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waan4
si6
jau6
sang1
wut6
jan6
cuk1
能令你生命有趣 看盡山水

It makes your life interesting, and you can see the mountains.

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toi4
ling6
nei5
sang1
ming6
jau6
cuk1
hon3
zeon6
saan1
seoi2
如明日在這裏你又到哪裏

Where are you going to be tomorrow?

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jyu4
ming4
mik6
zoi6
ze5
leoi5
nei5
jau6
dou3
naa5
leoi5
有這一位替那一位作先驅

One is the leader of the other.

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jau6
ze5
jat1
wai6
tai3
no6
jat1
wai6
zok3
sin3
keoi1
出發前無人能知選錯或對

No one knows right or wrong before they leave.

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ceot1
fat3
cin4
mou4
jan4
toi4
zi3
syun3
laap6
waak6
deoi3
年輪都刻進骨髓 年齡都不可倒退

The age is not a reversal.

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nin4
leon2
dou1
hak1
zeon3
gwat1
seoi5
nin4
ling4
dou1
fau2
ho2
dou2
teoi3
無悔於這旅程 留低過程 曾衝出堡壘

The journey left me unrepentantly, and I jumped out of the fortress.

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mou4
fui3
wu1
ze5
leoi3
cing4
lau4
dai1
gwo3
cing4
zang1
cung3
ceot1
pou3
leot6
六百歲再夢見過往六歲

Six hundred years, and another dream, six years.

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luk6
mak6
seoi3
zoi3
mung6
jin6
gwo3
wong5
luk6
seoi3
這一生看那一生興衰

This life is about the decline of that life.

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ze5
jat1
sang1
hon3
no6
jat1
sang1
jan6
seoi1
還記得今天演過這一場 無論去到終場

And remember that one today, whether you're going to the end.

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waan4
gei3
dak1
gam1
tin1
jin5
gwo3
ze5
jat1
coeng4
mou4
leon6
heoi3
dou3
zung1
coeng4
曾為信仰掙扎可以死去

Those who fought for their faith died.

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zang1
wai6
seon3
joeng5
zaang1
zaap3
ho2
jyu5
si2
heoi3
About This Song

"" (Time and Space) by (Eason Chan) explores profound themes of time, memory, and the inevitable passage of life. The song reflects on the contrast between youth and old age, capturing the emotional essence of nostalgia and the longing for a life lived fully. Chan's lyrics poignantly address the regrets and missed opportunities that often accompany the journey through life, resonating deeply with listeners who grapple with their own reflections of past decisions and aspirations. The imagery of time as a relentless force, alongside personal struggles, elevates the emotional core of the song, making it relatable to anyone facing the complexities of lifes journey.

The narrative conveyed in the lyrics intertwines personal experiences with a broader commentary on societal expectations and the quest for authenticity. As the protagonist reminisces about their youthful defiance and the dreams unpursued, they also confront the reality of aging and the fleeting nature of time. The stark revelation that one cannot reverse the flow of time instills a sense of urgency to cherish the present while learning from the past. Through thoughtful reflections on the relationship between the 'young self' and the 'old self,' the song encourages a re-evaluation of life's priorities, asserting that every moment counts in the grand narrative of existence.

Musically, the song balances contemporary pop influences with traditional elements, creating a rich soundscape that complements its introspective lyrics. Notable lyrical techniques include the use of vivid metaphors and imagery that evoke strong emotions, such as comparing life's experiences to a journey through different dimensions of time. Chan's vocal delivery is both heartfelt and contemplative, enhancing the song's melancholic yet hopeful tone. Additionally, the repetitive structure in the chorus serves to emphasize the cyclical nature of time and memory, inviting listeners to reflect on their own experiences.

In a cultural context, the song resonates with the universal struggle between ambition and acceptance, highlighting themes that are particularly poignant in modern society. In an age where the pressures of success and societal norms weigh heavily on individuals, "" serves as a reminder of the importance of self-acceptance and living authentically. It reflects the shared human experience of facing ones past while navigating the twists and turns of life, making it a significant piece that speaks to the hearts of many.

Song Details
Singer:
周國賢
Total Lines:
34