千盞

By 小甜

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
水村冷峯前路凍

The water village is freezing cold.

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seoi2
cyun1
laang5
fung1
cin4
lou6
dung3
今宵暖酒難自控

It's hard to control myself with hot liquor tonight.

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gam1
siu1
hyun1
zau2
no4
zi6
hung3
想起那天

Think back to that day.

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soeng2
hei2
no6
tin1
最勇敢一個夢

The most courageous dream.

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zeoi3
jung6
gam2
jat1
go3
mung6
孤身破關無懼痛

I'm not afraid of being alone.

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gu1
jyun4
po3
gwaan1
mou4
geoi2
tung3
因此無用沿路送

So it's not necessary to send it along the way.

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jan1
ci2
mou4
jung6
yun4
lou6
sung3
追光撲火

Chasing the light and extinguishing the fire.

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zeoi1
gwong1
puk1
fo2
浪客之心更濃

The heart of the robber is deeper.

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long4
haak3
zi1
sam1
gang3
nung4
到天邊 輾轉海角

And then, in the sky, you turn around.

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dou3
tin1
bin1
zin2
zyun3
hoi2
luk6
將美勝收

And we're going to win.

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zoeng3
mei5
sing3
sau1
尋碧空 見錦繡

Looking for the space, looking for the space.

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cam4
bik1
hung3
jin6
gam2
sau3
逐浪搖輕舟

And they were waving their boats.

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zuk6
long4
jiu4
hing1
zau1
繁華盡看透

Prosperity is evident.

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pun4
waa6
zeon6
hon3
tau3
再獨處清幽

And I'm alone.

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zoi3
duk6
syu3
cing1
jau1
更灑脱得

And get rid of it.

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gang3
saai3
tyut3
dak1
一醉方休

They're drunk.

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jat1
zeoi3
fong1
nau2
嚐盡千盞 醉人美酒

I'm going to drink a thousand bottles of booze.

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soeng2
zeon6
cin1
zaan2
zeoi3
jan4
mei5
zau2
蝶戀花 風吹柳

Butterfly flowers, and the wind blows willow.

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dip2
lyun5
waa6
fung3
ceoi3
lau5
流連於 藏在杯中 春與秋

The flow is hidden in the cups, spring and autumn.

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lau4
lin4
wu1
zong6
zoi6
bui1
zung1
ceon1
jyu6
cau1
如葉飄於世上遠走

It's like a leaf leaves the world.

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jyu4
sip3
piu1
wu1
sai3
soeng6
jyun6
zau2
任意天地遨遊

Play any game you want.

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jam6
ji3
tin1
deng6
ngou6
jau6
來人間遊歷 歲月未帶走

The years of human travel have not taken away.

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loi6
jan4
haan4
jau6
lik6
seoi3
jyut6
mei6
daai3
zau2
千盞酒 憶當初

The first time I saw a beer,

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cin1
zaan2
zau2
jik1
dong3
co1
竹間剪影疏

The bamboo is shaded.

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zuk1
haan4
zin2
jing2
so3
清風掀起煙波

The winds of the cold wave raised a wave of smoke.

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cing1
fung3
hin3
hei2
jin1
bo1
輕點起 心中火

Lightly, lightly, lightly.

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hing1
dim2
hei2
sam1
zung1
fo2
呼吸中奔波

It's like a breath.

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hu1
ngap1
zung1
ban1
bo1
光陰似飛如梭

The shadow is like a flying owl.

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gwong1
jam3
ci5
fei1
jyu4
so1
宴高樓 不眠笙歌

The high rise party, the singing.

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jin3
gou1
lau2
fau2
min4
sang1
go1
笑中看 日月星河

And smile and look at the stars.

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siu3
zung1
hon3
mik6
jyut6
sing1
ho2
醉心忘我

I was drunk and forgotten.

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zeoi3
sam1
mong6
ngo5
已從旅途

I'm on my way.

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ji5
zung6
leoi3
tou4
覺悟到 因和果

And you know the cause and effect.

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gok3
ng6
dou3
jan1
wo4
gwo2
逐日尋夢無內疚

I'm not living my dream.

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zuk6
mik6
cam4
mung6
mou4
noi6
gau3
莫問人為何漸瘦

It's not a question of why people get thin.

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mok6
man6
jan4
wai6
ho6
zim6
sau3
只知理想 要到荊棘索求

The ideal is to go to the thorns.

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zi2
zi3
lei5
soeng2
jiu3
dou3
ging1
gik1
sok3
kau4
披星戴月仍未夠

The Beatles are not wearing the moon yet.

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pei1
sing1
daai3
jyut6
jing4
mei6
gau3
翻山過海才悟透

And it's over the sea.

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faan1
saan1
gwo3
hoi2
coi4
ng6
tau3
沖天志可 助我擊槳斷流

And the sky's the limit, it helps me to control the flow.

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cung1
tin1
zi3
ho2
zo6
ngo5
gik1
dyun6
lau4
到天邊 輾轉海角

And then, in the sky, you turn around.

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dou3
tin1
bin1
zin2
zyun3
hoi2
luk6
將美勝收

And we're going to win.

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zoeng3
mei5
sing3
sau1
尋碧空 見錦繡

Looking for the space, looking for the space.

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cam4
bik1
hung3
jin6
gam2
sau3
逐浪搖輕舟

And they were waving their boats.

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zuk6
long4
jiu4
hing1
zau1
繁華盡看透

Prosperity is evident.

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pun4
waa6
zeon6
hon3
tau3
再獨處清幽

And I'm alone.

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zoi3
duk6
syu3
cing1
jau1
更拋卻浮名

And it's not just a name.

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gang3
paau1
koek3
fau4
ming4
任我走

Let me go.

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jam6
ngo5
zau2
嚐盡千盞 醉人美酒

I'm going to drink a thousand bottles of booze.

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soeng2
zeon6
cin1
zaan2
zeoi3
jan4
mei5
zau2
蝶戀花 風吹柳

Butterfly flowers, and the wind blows willow.

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dip2
lyun5
waa6
fung3
ceoi3
lau5
流連於 藏在杯中 春與秋

The flow is hidden in the cups, spring and autumn.

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lau4
lin4
wu1
zong6
zoi6
bui1
zung1
ceon1
jyu6
cau1
如葉飄於世上遠走

It's like a leaf leaves the world.

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jyu4
sip3
piu1
wu1
sai3
soeng6
jyun6
zau2
任意天地遨遊

Play any game you want.

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jam6
ji3
tin1
deng6
ngou6
jau6
來人間遊歷 歲月未帶走

The years of human travel have not taken away.

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loi6
jan4
haan4
jau6
lik6
seoi3
jyut6
mei6
daai3
zau2
來讓千金 散盡我手

I'm going to get rid of my money.

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loi6
joeng6
cin1
gam1
saan3
zeon6
ngo5
sau2
夢醉生 一曲奏

Dream and drink, play.

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mung6
zeoi3
sang1
jat1
kuk1
zau3
忘情中酩酊 方可解我憂

I was so overwhelmed by the loss of my mind.

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mong6
cing4
zung1
ming5
ding2
fong1
ho2
haai5
ngo5
jau1
明月當歌 我獨酌酒

I'll sing next month, and I'll drink alone.

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ming4
jyut6
dong3
go1
ngo5
duk6
zoek3
zau2
便與影無情遊

And they play with the shadows.

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pin4
jyu6
jing2
mou4
cing4
jau6
雲漢在眼前 去共飲北斗

Yun Han went to the beige-drive in front of them.

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wan4
hon3
zoi6
ngaan5
cin4
heoi3
gung6
jam3
bui3
dau3
嚐盡千盞 醉人美酒

I'm going to drink a thousand bottles of booze.

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soeng2
zeon6
cin1
zaan2
zeoi3
jan4
mei5
zau2
蝶戀花 風吹柳

Butterfly flowers, and the wind blows willow.

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dip2
lyun5
waa6
fung3
ceoi3
lau5
流連於 藏在杯中 春與秋

The flow is hidden in the cups, spring and autumn.

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lau4
lin4
wu1
zong6
zoi6
bui1
zung1
ceon1
jyu6
cau1
如葉飄於世上遠走

It's like a leaf leaves the world.

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jyu4
sip3
piu1
wu1
sai3
soeng6
jyun6
zau2
任意天地遨遊

Play any game you want.

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jam6
ji3
tin1
deng6
ngou6
jau6
來人間無憾 我夢在我手

I have no regrets, my dreams are in my hands.

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loi6
jan4
haan4
mou4
ham6
ngo5
mung6
zoi6
ngo5
sau2
About This Song

The song "" (Qian Zhan) by artist (Xiao Tian) encapsulates themes of longing, reflection, and the pursuit of dreams through the metaphor of drinking fine wine. The emotional core of the song revolves around a solitary journey filled with both pain and joy, as the protagonist reminisces about past aspirations and relationships while navigating the complexities of life. This interplay of emotions is underscored by references to nature, seasons, and the passage of time, portraying a poignant yet uplifting quest for meaning and self-discovery.

In terms of storytelling, "" narrates the experiences of an individual who evaluates their own life choices amidst fleeting moments of joy and the challenges faced along their journey. The imagery in the lyrics vividly paints a scene of indulgence in wine a symbol of both celebration and escapewhile contemplating personal growth and the lessons learned through hardship. This narrative evokes a sense of nostalgia, urging listeners to cherish their own experiences and embrace the beauty of life, despite its trials.

Musically, the song employs traditional Chinese motifs and modern arrangements, creating a rich auditory experience that echoes the emotional turbulence expressed in the lyrics. Lyrical techniques such as imagery, metaphor, and alliteration bring depth to the storytelling, enhancing the listener's connection to the themes of adventurism and existential reflection. The use of contrasting elements, such as the serenity of nature and the bustling imagery of city life, illustrates the duality of the protagonist's journey.

Culturally, "" resonates within the Chinese context, where drinking wine symbolizes camaraderie, reflection, and celebration of lifes milestones. The song mirrors traditional values of resilience and perseverance while simultaneously embracing a modern outlook of personal freedom and desire for exploration. This blend of cultural heritage with contemporary themes makes the song relatable to a broader audience, highlighting the universal longing for purpose and connection in an ever-changing world.

Song Details
Singer:
小甜
Total Lines:
65