笑忘書

By 張敬軒

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
要 揹負個包袱

You have to pack up.

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jiu3
be1
fu6
go3
baau1
再 跳落大峽谷

And then jumped into the Silicon Valley.

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zoi3
tiu4
lok6
taai3
hap6
guk1
煩惱 用個大網將你捕捉

It's a mess to catch you on the net.

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faan4
nou5
jung6
go3
taai3
mong5
zoeng3
nei5
bou6
zuk3
還是你 拋不開拘束

Or you can't release the bonds.

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waan4
si6
nei5
paau1
fau2
hoi1
keoi1
sok3
你 昨夜發的夢 到這夜已告終

Your dreams of last night are over.

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nei5
zok6
je6
fat3
dik1
mung6
dou3
ze5
je6
ji5
guk1
zung1
沉下去 頭上散落雨點沒有彩虹

It's not like rainbow is falling down on my head.

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zam6
haa6
heoi3
tau4
soeng6
saan3
lok6
jyu6
dim2
mei6
jau6
coi2
hung4
你 還在抱着記憶

You still have memories.

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nei5
waan4
zoi6
pou5
jyu3
gei3
jik1
就似塊石頭很重

It's like a heavy rock.

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zau6
ci5
faai3
sek6
tau4
han2
zung6
得到同樣快樂 彼此亦有沮喪

And they're just as happy and frustrated.

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dak1
dou3
tung4
joeng2
faai3
ngok6
bei2
ci2
jik6
jau6
zeoi3
song3
童話書從成長中 難免要學會失望

Fairy tales are inevitable to grow up to be disappointing.

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tung4
waa6
syu1
zung6
seng4
zoeng6
zung1
no4
min5
jiu3
hok6
wui6
sat1
mong6
經過同樣上落 彼此墮進灰網

They're all falling into the same gray web.

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ging1
gwo3
tung4
joeng2
soeng6
lok6
bei2
ci2
fai1
zeon3
fui1
mong5
沉溺 煩擾 磨折 何苦 多講

It's addictive, it's annoying, it's painful, it's all over the place.

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zam6
niu6
faan4
jiu5
mo6
zit3
ho6
fu2
do1
gong2
我 快樂到孤獨 我 缺乏到滿足

I was lonely and happy, and I was not satisfied.

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ngo5
faai3
ngok6
dou3
gu1
duk6
ngo5
kyut3
fat6
dou3
mun6
zuk1
遊戲 就算愉快不會幸福

Games are not happy, even if they are fun.

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jau6
hei3
zau6
syun3
jyu6
faai3
fau2
wui6
hang6
fuk1
人大了 開心都想哭

People grow up and cry.

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jan4
taai3
liu4
hoi1
sam1
dou1
soeng2
huk1
我 每日要生活 我 每日要鬥苦

I have to live every day, I have to fight every day.

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ngo5
mei5
mik6
jiu3
sang1
wut6
ngo5
mei5
mik6
jiu3
dau6
fu2
捱下去 連上帝亦也許沒法攙扶

And even God might not be able to help.

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ngaai4
haa6
heoi3
lin4
soeng6
dai3
jik6
jaa5
heoi2
mei6
fat3
pou4
我 前路有右與左 面對抉擇難兼顧

I had a right and a left to go forward, faced with the difficulty of choosing.

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ngo5
cin4
lou6
jau6
jau6
jyu6
zo2
min2
deoi3
zaak6
no4
gim1
gu3
擁有同樣寄望 彼此亦有苦況

They had the same expectations, and they had the same problems.

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ung2
jau6
tung4
joeng2
gei3
mong6
bei2
ci2
jik6
jau6
fu2
fong3
棉花糖從成長中 曾送你愉快天堂

Cotton sugar has been a happy paradise for you since it grew.

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min4
waa6
tong2
zung6
seng4
zoeng6
zung1
zang1
sung3
nei5
jyu6
faai3
tin1
tong4
經過同樣跌蕩 可會學會釋放

And you learn to let go of it.

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ging1
gwo3
tung4
joeng2
daat3
dong6
ho2
wui6
hok6
wui6
sik1
fong3
童話 情書 遺書 尋找 答案

Fairy tales, love books, wills, and answers.

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tung4
waa6
cing4
syu1
wai6
syu1
cam4
zaau2
daap3
on3
曾經 曾經 回憶當天三歲的波板糖

I remember when I was three years old.

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zang1
ging1
zang1
ging1
wui4
jik1
dong3
tin1
saam3
seoi3
dik1
bo1
baan2
tong2
About This Song

The song "" ("The Book of Laughter and Forgetting") by Zhang Jingxuan explores the profound mix of joy and sorrow that accompanies growing up. Its main theme revolves around the emotional struggles and burdens we carry as we transition from the innocence of childhood to the complexities of adulthood. The lyrics poignantly illustrate the inevitability of facing disappointment and pain while reminiscing about the carefree moments of youth, which are often tethered to memories that weigh heavily on the heart. This emotional core resonates with listeners who reflect on their own journeys and the bittersweet nature of life.

In this piece, the narrative conveys a sense of confrontation with one's past, delving into how memories, dreams, and expectations shape our current realities. The imagery of luggage burdens, a vast canyon, and a net trapping worries highlights the inevitability of grappling with our baggageboth emotional and psychological. The lines establish a relatable juxtaposition between happiness and loneliness, emphasizing that as we grow, laughter often becomes mixed with tears. Throughout the song, the notion that shared experiencesboth joyful and painfulconnect us, underlines the universal nature of the human experience.

Musically, "" features a blend of emotive melodies and poignant lyrics that are central to Zhang Jingxuan's style. The use of metaphors like 'cotton candy' representing fleeting happiness evokes a nostalgic longing, while the soul-stirring arrangement enhances the song's emotional weight. Lyrically, the repetition of certain phrases reinforces the message of persistent yearning and introspection, giving the song a rhythmic yet contemplative quality. Zhang's vocal delivery adds an extra layer of authenticity, as his expressive tone captures the song's essence perfectly.

Culturally, this song holds significance in reflecting the struggles of the younger generation in contemporary society. It resonates with many individuals navigating the pressures of adulthood, particularly in fast-paced urban settings. By articulating the complexities of emotional experiences and the transition from dreams to reality, "" serves as a reminder of the common threads that bind humanityour shared joys, sorrows, and the collective journey of growth that defines our existence.

Song Details
Singer:
張敬軒
Total Lines:
23
Video:
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