愛情白皮書

By 孫耀威

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
是我過去一再自欺

It's just that I've been fooling myself over and over again.

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si6
ngo5
gwo3
heoi3
jat1
zoi3
zi6
hei1
原諒我欠你真對不起

I'm really sorry I owe you.

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jyun5
loeng6
ngo5
him3
nei5
zan1
deoi3
fau2
hei2
刻意躲避着 無奈看見你心底最歡喜

You hide, and you can't wait to see your heart beat.

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hak1
ji3
do2
bei6
jyu3
mou4
noi6
hon3
jin6
nei5
sam1
dik1
zeoi3
fun1
hei2
是你叫我感覺自卑

You made me feel humble.

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si6
nei5
giu3
ngo5
gam2
gok3
zi6
bei1
其實我最愛你偏愛不起

I really like you.

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kei4
sat6
ngo5
zeoi3
oi3
nei5
pin1
oi3
fau2
hei2
心裏多落寞 沉默對你説心底那一聲 愛你

It's so deep in my heart, and I'm silent telling you that deep inside I love you.

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sam1
leoi5
do1
lok6
mok6
zam6
mak6
deoi3
nei5
seoi3
sam1
dik1
no6
jat1
sing1
oi3
nei5
仍懷念偶遇當天愛若醉若離

I still miss the chance when love and drunkenness go away.

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jing4
waai4
nim6
ngau5
jyu6
dong3
tin1
oi3
joek6
zeoi3
joek6
lei4
滲滿笑語驚喜和趣味

It's full of laughter, surprise and fun.

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sam3
mun6
siu3
jyu6
ging1
hei2
wo4
cuk1
mei6
然後遍歷風波痛着説別離

And then the wave of pain broke up.

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jin4
hau6
pin3
lik6
fung3
bo1
tung3
jyu3
seoi3
bit6
lei4
那一刻情與夢 仍歷歷未依稀

That moment and that dream are still very much alive.

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no6
jat1
hak1
cing4
jyu6
mung6
jing4
lik6
lik6
mei6
ji1
hei1
其實你是我天地 但偏偏偷退避

You are my heaven and earth, but you're a little bit of a backward.

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kei4
sat6
nei5
si6
ngo5
tin1
deng6
daan6
pin1
pin1
tau1
teoi3
bei6
越痛越去想 越來越痴越難棄

The more painful it is, the more difficult it is to let go.

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jyut6
tung3
jyut6
heoi3
soeng2
jyut6
loi6
jyut6
ci1
jyut6
no4
hei3
其實你是我天地 但當初的約定

You are my heaven and earth, but you were my original purpose.

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kei4
sat6
nei5
si6
ngo5
tin1
deng6
daan6
dong3
co1
dik1
joek3
ding6
像每陣嘆息 伴隨夜風在流離

As always, the night winds are moving away.

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zoeng6
mei5
zan6
taan1
sik1
bun6
ceoi4
je6
fung3
zoi6
lau4
lei4
About This Song

The song "" (Love's White Paper) by (Sonny Yau) explores the intricacies of unrequited love and self-deception. At its core, the song captures the pain and longing that arise when one harbors deep feelings for someone who may not reciprocate in the same way. The emotionally laden lyrics reflect a juxtaposition of affection and heartache, painting a vivid picture of the struggle between desire and self-doubt. The narrator grapples with feelings of inferiority and a yearning to express love while navigating the complexities of their own emotions.

The narrative unfolds as the protagonist reminisces about a past encounter that was marked by joy and spontaneity, filled with laughter and delightful surprises. Yet, beneath the surface of these memories lies a profound sadness stemming from the knowledge that love remains unfulfilled. The contrast between the beauty of moments shared and the subsequent pain of separation emphasizes a theme of wistfulnessa longing for what could have been. The duality of feelings, where love brings both happiness and anguish, is articulated through poignant storytelling, immersing listeners in the protagonist's inner turmoil.

Musically, "" is characterized by its melodic structure that complements the emotional weight of the lyrics. The arrangement utilizes soft instrumentation to evoke a sense of nostalgia, allowing the listener to become enveloped in the atmosphere of reflection. Lyrically, employs vivid imagery and heartfelt confessions, creating a relatable narrative that resonates with anyone who has experienced the complexities of love. The use of metaphor, particularly in describing love as a 'white paper', symbolizes a pure but conflicted space where feelings are both expressed and repressed.

Culturally, the song touches on themes that are universal yet particularly resonant within the context of Chinese pop music, where love and relationships are often explored through a lens of emotional vulnerability. The depiction of love as something that can be both joyous and painful reflects societal attitudes toward romance and personal expression in contemporary Chinese culture. As listeners engage with the song, they are invited to reflect on their own experiences of love, loss, and the bittersweet nature of longing.

Song Details
Singer:
孫耀威
Total Lines:
14