破相

By 容祖兒

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
聽笑話 儘量笑得不勉強

Listen to the jokes, try to laugh.

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teng1
siu3
waa6
zeon2
loeng6
siu3
dak1
fau2
min5
koeng5
我望鏡 愁雲密佈我面上

I looked in the mirror, and the clouds were over my face.

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ngo5
mong6
geng3
sau4
wan4
mat6
bou3
ngo5
min2
soeng6
皺着眉 旁人問我何解這樣

And they stared at me and asked me what that meant.

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zau3
jyu3
mei4
pong4
jan4
man6
ngo5
ho6
haai5
ze5
joeng2
在這 愉快的現場

In this pleasant scene,

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zoi6
ze5
jyu6
faai3
dik1
jin6
coeng4
大概因我 從前撞向一道牆

Probably because I hit a wall before.

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taai3
goi3
jan1
ngo5
zung6
cin4
zong6
hoeng3
jat1
dou6
coeng4
種下了 難縫合舊創傷

I planted it, sewing it, and it's hard to sew the old wound.

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zung3
haa6
liu4
no4
fung6
ho4
gau6
cong3
soeng1
破相 原來是要來稱呼這樣

And that's what the breakdown was supposed to be called.

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po3
soeng2
jyun5
loi6
si6
jiu3
loi6
can3
hu1
ze5
joeng2
歷史遺下的賬

The legacy of history.

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lik6
si2
wai6
haa6
dik1
zoeng3
是我 頑強到已經

I was stubborn enough.

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si6
ngo5
waan4
koeng5
dou3
ji5
ging1
用盡餘下血清 亦是時間認命

It's time to waste the rest of the blood.

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jung6
zeon6
jyu4
haa6
hyut3
cing1
jik6
si6
si4
haan4
jing6
ming6
早知我 越活越冷清

The sooner I knew it, the cooler I got.

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zou2
zi3
ngo5
jyut6
wut6
jyut6
laang5
cing1
就別望救星 投降前坐定

Don't look to the rescue, sit down before you surrender.

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zau6
bit6
mong6
gau3
sing1
tau4
hong4
cin4
zo6
ding6
(就)越笑越見疤痕

The more you smile, the more scars you see.

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zau6
jyut6
siu3
jyut6
jin6
baa1
han4
留了提示誰是極不幸

It left a hint of who was the most unhappy.

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lau4
liu4
tai4
si6
seoi4
si6
gik6
fau2
hang6
已不記得那些壞戀人 何以苦淚

I don't remember how many tears those bad lovers had.

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ji5
fau2
gei3
dak1
no6
se1
waai6
lyun5
jan4
ho6
jyu5
fu2
leoi6
竟將這一臉愁容劃深

And that was a sad face.

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ging2
zoeng3
ze5
jat1
lim5
sau4
jung4
waak6
sam1
快樂再光臨 可惜我沒能力重生

I'm so glad I came back, and I'm sorry I can't be born again.

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faai3
ngok6
zoi3
gwong1
lam6
ho2
sik1
ngo5
mei6
toi4
lik6
zung6
sang1
命運已亂了 如何笑

The fate is ruined. How can I laugh?

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ming6
wan6
ji5
lyun6
liu4
jyu4
ho6
siu3
怕驚動面上餘震

I was afraid of shaking my face.

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paa3
ging1
dung6
min2
soeng6
jyu4
zan3
他那天 説我眼睛很會笑

He told me that day that my eyes would smile.

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to1
no6
tin1
seoi3
ngo5
ngaan5
zing1
han2
wui6
siu3
那十秒 靈魂大概已賣掉

Those ten seconds, the soul was probably sold out.

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no6
sap6
miu5
ling4
wan4
taai3
goi3
ji5
maai6
zaau6
卻換來 眉頭額角桃花倒插着

Instead, the fringe corner of the forehead is covered with peaches.

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koek3
wun6
loi6
mei4
tau4
ngaak6
luk6
tou4
waa6
dou2
caap3
jyu3
命書全逆轉了

The book is reversed.

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ming6
syu1
cyun4
ngaak6
zyun3
liu4
一笑 留痕其實太深

Smile. The scars are too deep.

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jat1
siu3
lau4
han4
kei4
sat6
taai3
sam1
來年 由愛變做恨

Next year, love turned to hate.

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loi6
nin4
jau4
oi3
bin3
zou6
han6
裂縫 從眉目裂向心

The cracks are coming from the eyebrows to the heart.

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lit3
fung6
zung6
mei4
muk6
lit3
hoeng3
sam1
面色轉暗 兩頰下陷

The face darkened, and the two of them fell.

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min2
sik1
zyun3
am3
loeng5
haap3
haa6
ham6
被舊愛連累半生

Half my life is spent in the same old love.

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pei5
gau6
oi3
lin4
leoi6
bun3
sang1
若我敢再次試試蜜運

If I dare to try it again,

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joek6
ngo5
gam2
zoi3
ci3
si5
si5
mat6
wan6
遇過 無數個某君

I've met countless people.

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jyu6
gwo3
mou4
sou3
go3
mau5
gwan1
段段緣份擦身 段段尤似利刃

The part is a scratch, and it looks like a blade.

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dyun6
dyun6
jyun6
fan6
caat3
jyun4
dyun6
dyun6
jau4
ci5
lei6
jan6
刀峯過 至發覺我身

The knife went through me and I realized I was there.

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dou1
fung1
gwo3
zi3
fat3
gok3
ngo5
jyun4
又或是我心 十萬道血痕

Or my heart, a hundred thousand blood spots.

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jau6
waak6
si6
ngo5
sam1
sap6
maak6
dou6
hyut3
han4
About This Song

The song "" ("Damaged Face") by renowned artist (Joey Yung) explores deep emotional wounds born from past relationships and the struggle to maintain a facade of happiness despite inner turmoil. As the lyrics unfold, listeners are drawn into the poignant reflections of the protagonist, who grapples with the contradictions of outward joy and internal sadness. The main theme resonates strongly with feelings of vulnerability and the scars that love can leave behind, creating a rich emotional core that enhances the relatability of the song.

The narrative conveyed through the lyrics speaks to the experience of emotional scars that persist long after the relationships have ended. The artist embodies a character who has faced heartache and disappointment, leading her to question her ability to feel joy. The recurring imagery of laughter juxtaposed with deep sadness serves as a poignant reminder of the complexities of human emotion. As she acknowledges her scars, it becomes apparent that her past continues to influence her present, emphasizing the idea that healing is an ongoing journey filled with challenges.

Musically, the song employs a mixture of melodic structures that complement the lyrical themes. The use of soft, melancholic melodies supports the reflective nature of the lyrics, creating an intimate atmosphere for the listener. Lyrically, the song features vivid imagery and emotive language that illustrate the protagonist's battle with her feelings. Techniques such as metaphor and repetition serve to enhance the emotional weight of the song, inviting listeners to engage deeply with the singer's plight.

Culturally, "" strikes a chord within the context of contemporary Hong Kong music, where themes of love, loss, and emotional resilience are prevalent. 's ability to articulate the complexities of heartbreak speaks to a larger societal conversation about mental health and emotional expression. This song not only showcases her vocal prowess but also positions her as a voice of empathy and understanding for many who have navigated the intricate landscape of love and loss.

Song Details
Singer:
容祖兒
Total Lines:
33