報告總司令

By 周柏豪

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
我是四二八號宇宙傘兵

I was a Space Umbrella Officer, number 42.

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ngo5
si6
sei3
ji6
baat3
hou6
jyu5
zau6
saan3
bing1
派駐這地殼 看住這星

And we're stationed here, watching the star.

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paai3
zyu3
ze5
deng6
hok3
hon3
zyu6
ze5
sing1
報告總司令 報告總司令 大軍應該冷靜

Reporting Commander-in-Chief, the General should be calm.

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bou3
guk1
zung2
si1
ling6
bou3
guk1
zung2
si1
ling6
taai3
gwan1
jing3
goi1
laang5
zing6
我奉了命 以六百日看清

And I was commanded to look into it for 600 days.

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ngo5
fung6
liu4
ming6
jyu5
luk6
mak6
mik6
hon3
cing1
看清這裏 秘密地形

See the secret landscape here.

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hon3
cing1
ze5
leoi5
bai3
mat6
deng6
jing4
今天決定 毋庸殺戮而取勝

Today, we decided to kill and win.

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gam1
tin1
kyut3
ding6
mou4
jung4
saat3
nang4
ceoi2
sing3
要是母艦決定馬上派兵

If the carrier decides to send troops immediately,

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jiu3
si6
mau4
laam6
kyut3
ding6
maa5
soeng6
paai3
bing1
你會炸掉了最笨那星

You're going to blow up the brightest star.

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nei5
wui6
zaa3
zaau6
liu4
zeoi3
ban6
no6
sing1
平凡的生命 無聊的生命 或者真的過剩

Ordinary life, boring life, or really excess.

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ping4
faan4
dik1
sang1
ming6
mou4
liu4
dik1
sang1
ming6
waak6
ze2
zan1
dik1
gwo3
zing6
要是當做廢物那樣殺清 來年沒有餘興

If you kill them like trash, there's no more next year.

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jiu3
si6
dong3
zou6
fai3
mat6
no6
joeng2
saat3
cing1
loi6
nin4
mei6
jau6
jyu4
jan6
留下看人類 笑和淚 也算有趣事情

Laughter and tears are fun things to watch out for.

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lau4
haa6
hon3
jan4
leoi6
siu3
wo4
leoi6
jaa5
syun3
jau6
cuk1
si6
cing4
這個地球 像你 所想荒謬

This planet, like you, is ridiculous.

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ze5
go3
deng6
kau4
zoeng6
nei5
so2
soeng2
fong1
mau6
住滿低等的智慧 和異獸之後

And then they lived in a world filled with lowly wisdom and wild beasts.

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zyu6
mun6
dai1
ting2
dik1
zi3
wai6
wo4
ji6
sau3
zi1
hau6
穿得暖 吃得夠 但全球仍然悶透

We're wearing warm clothes, eating enough, but the world is still wet.

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cyun1
dak1
hyun1
hek3
dak1
gau3
daan6
cyun4
kau4
jing4
jin4
mun6
tau3
有人有人研究 新衣着 舊美酒

Some people have been studying new clothes, old wine.

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jau6
jan4
jau6
jan4
ngaan4
gau3
san1
ji3
jyu3
gau6
mei5
zau2
對污染卻沒搶救

And it's not going to save us from pollution.

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deoi3
wu3
jim5
koek3
mei6
cong1
gau3
攻佔地球 易過 捲起衣袖

It's easier to take over the Earth than to lift a sleeve.

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gung1
zim3
deng6
kau4
jik6
gwo3
gyun2
hei2
ji3
sau3
但我喜歡這裏有人為我守候

But I like that someone is waiting for me.

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daan6
ngo5
hei2
fun1
ze5
leoi5
jau6
jan4
wai6
ngo5
sau3
hau6
真心當我好友 比賽之際回覆做對手

And I really do when my friends come back to me as opponents.

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zan1
sam1
dong3
ngo5
hou3
jau5
bei3
coi3
zi1
zai3
wui4
fuk1
zou6
deoi3
sau2
浪漫又矛盾 但在月球裏 沒有

It's a contradiction, but not on the moon.

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long4
maan4
jau6
maau4
teon5
daan6
zoi6
jyut6
kau4
leoi5
mei6
jau6
結伴看着世上最爛笑片

And the company is watching the worst laugh ever.

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lit3
bun6
hon3
jyu3
sai3
soeng6
zeoi3
laan6
siu3
pin3
再到處亂逛 拍下照片

And then we went to the mess and took pictures.

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zoi3
dou3
syu3
lyun6
kwaang3
paak2
haa6
ziu3
pin3
閒來通通電 吃個好杯麪 就得這些片段

You get to go through the power supply and eat a nice cup of coffee and you get to have these.

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haan4
loi6
tung1
tung1
din6
hek3
go3
hou3
bui1
min6
zau6
dak1
ze5
se1
pin3
dyun6
困在血肉裏面這六百天 重提尚帶微暖

Trapped in blood for 600 days, the Tishis brought a little warmth.

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kwan3
zoi6
hyut3
juk6
leoi5
min2
ze5
luk6
mak6
tin1
zung6
tai4
soeng6
daai3
mei4
hyun1
難道我懷念 太懷念 抗拒再被殖上晶片

I miss it, too much, to resist reproducing the crystals.

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no4
dou6
ngo5
waai4
nim6
taai3
waai4
nim6
kong3
keoi5
zoi3
pei5
zik6
soeng6
zing1
pin3
這個地球 像你 所想荒謬

This planet, like you, is ridiculous.

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ze5
go3
deng6
kau4
zoeng6
nei5
so2
soeng2
fong1
mau6
住滿低等的智慧 和異獸之後

And then they lived in a world filled with lowly wisdom and wild beasts.

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zyu6
mun6
dai1
ting2
dik1
zi3
wai6
wo4
ji6
sau3
zi1
hau6
穿得暖 吃得夠 但全球仍然悶透

We're wearing warm clothes, eating enough, but the world is still wet.

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cyun1
dak1
hyun1
hek3
dak1
gau3
daan6
cyun4
kau4
jing4
jin4
mun6
tau3
有人有人研究 新衣着 舊美酒

Some people have been studying new clothes, old wine.

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jau6
jan4
jau6
jan4
ngaan4
gau3
san1
ji3
jyu3
gau6
mei5
zau2
對污染卻沒搶救

And it's not going to save us from pollution.

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deoi3
wu3
jim5
koek3
mei6
cong1
gau3
不要 定案 全部戰艦撤走

Don't make a case. All the warships are gone.

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fau2
jiu3
ding6
on3
cyun4
bou6
zin3
laam6
cit3
zau2
給我 時間 巡視再多兩週

Give me two more weeks to tour.

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kap1
ngo5
si4
haan4
ceon4
si6
zoi3
do1
loeng5
zau1
攻佔地球 易過 捲起衣袖

It's easier to take over the Earth than to lift a sleeve.

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gung1
zim3
deng6
kau4
jik6
gwo3
gyun2
hei2
ji3
sau3
但我喜歡這裏有人為我守候

But I like that someone is waiting for me.

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daan6
ngo5
hei2
fun1
ze5
leoi5
jau6
jan4
wai6
ngo5
sau3
hau6
真心當我好友 比賽之際回覆做對手

And I really do when my friends come back to me as opponents.

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zan1
sam1
dong3
ngo5
hou3
jau5
bei3
coi3
zi1
zai3
wui4
fuk1
zou6
deoi3
sau2
浪漫又矛盾 但在月球裏 沒有

It's a contradiction, but not on the moon.

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long4
maan4
jau6
maau4
teon5
daan6
zoi6
jyut6
kau4
leoi5
mei6
jau6
魅力沒人有 就是地球客 獨有

The only thing that's not charming is the Earth traveler.

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mui6
lik6
mei6
jan4
jau6
zau6
si6
deng6
kau4
haak3
duk6
jau6
About This Song

The song "" ("Report to the Commander") by Chinese artist (Zhou Baichao) presents a captivating exploration of existential themes, military imagery, and relationships on Earth and beyond. At its core, the song reflects on the struggles and absurdities of life, echoing a sentiment of both hopelessness and yearning for connection. Through the metaphor of a soldier dispatched to observe the planet, the lyrics delve into the mundane realities of existence amidst chaotic circumstances and philosophical musings about humanity's place within the universe.

The narrative unfolds as the protagonist, a cosmic paratrooper, addresses their commander while observing Earth and its inhabitants. The lyrics poignantly comment on the human condition, exploring feelings of futility in the face of life's trivialities and conflicts. There is an underlying critique of how precious life is often treated with indifference, juxtaposed with the longing for authentic connections. The emotive delivery of the lyrics captures the tension between duty and personal desire, bringing forth the dichotomy of being a part of something larger yet craving a sense of belonging.

Musically, the track features a blend of electronic and rock elements, creating a soundscape that invokes a futuristic yet grounded atmosphere. Notable lyrical techniques include vivid imagery and a conversational style that enhances the relatability of the themes. The use of stark contrasts, such as the juxtaposition of "low intellect" and "high hopes," underscores the complex emotions tied to the experiences described. The rhythms and melodies complement the intricate nature of the lyrics, pulling listeners into the mix of introspection and commentary.

Culturally, the song resonates within the context of modern society's struggles with disconnection and the quest for meaning amidst rapid changes. Zhou Baichao's expression reflects a broader sentiment shared by many in today's world, making the track relevant across cultural boundaries. By capturing the contradiction of battling against the absurdity of life while cherishing the moments spent with friends and loved ones, the song speaks to universal experiences that transcend geography and language.

Song Details
Singer:
周柏豪
Total Lines:
37