追風箏的孩子

By 張敬軒

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
追風箏一對傻瓜 相信愛情童話

A couple of fools who believe in love stories.

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zeoi1
fung3
zang1
jat1
deoi3
so4
gwaa1
soeng2
seon3
oi3
cing4
tung4
waa6
當天初戀想過成家 會有一點荒謬嗎

Would it be ridiculous to be in a relationship with someone who wants to be a family?

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dong3
tin1
co1
lyun5
soeng2
gwo3
seng4
ze1
wui6
jau6
jat1
dim2
fong1
mau6
maa5
愛到愁雲傷疤 發覺信仰有偏差

Love is sad, and faith is biased.

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oi3
dou3
sau4
wan4
soeng1
baa1
fat3
gok3
seon3
joeng5
jau6
pin1
co1
那初戀仿似流沙 吹散無從留下

It was like a rush of sand, and it never left.

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no6
co1
lyun5
fong2
ci5
lau4
saa1
ceoi3
saan3
mou4
zung6
lau4
haa6
你的風箏飄過籬笆 撲向短促豔美落霞

Your wind blows through the canyon, and you're falling into a short-lived canyon.

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nei5
dik1
fung3
zang1
piu1
gwo3
lei4
puk1
hoeng3
dyun2
cuk1
jim6
mei5
lok6
haa4
你變了個插畫家 我變了個作曲家

You became an illustrator, I became a composer.

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nei5
bin3
liu4
go3
caap3
waak6
ze1
ngo5
bin3
liu4
go3
zok3
kuk1
ze1
各有各路線分岔

Each has a different route.

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gok3
jau6
gok3
lou6
sin3
fan6
caa3
風箏飛不出嘆息橋

The storm couldn't fly off the bridge.

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fung3
zang1
fei1
fau2
ceot1
taan1
sik1
kiu4
即使分開不必仰天長嘯

Even if they're not separated, they don't have to be in a big way.

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zik1
si2
fan6
hoi1
fau2
bit1
joeng5
tin1
zoeng6
siu3
畢竟當初分享過你歡笑

After all, I shared your smile.

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bat1
ging2
dong3
co1
fan6
hoeng2
gwo3
nei5
fun1
siu3
將記憶燃燒 初戀的風景有過不少

There are many first-time lovers who burn memories.

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zoeng3
gei3
jik1
jin4
siu1
co1
lyun5
dik1
fung3
jing2
jau6
gwo3
fau2
siu3
彼此相識於嘆息橋

We met at the Bridge of Sighs.

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bei2
ci2
soeng2
zi3
wu1
taan1
sik1
kiu4
開開心心影張愛的遺照

Take a photo of the love behind you.

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hoi1
hoi1
sam1
sam1
jing2
zoeng3
oi3
dik1
wai6
ziu3
彼此之間即使各有車票

Even if they had tickets.

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bei2
ci2
zi1
haan4
zik1
si2
gok3
jau6
geoi1
piu3
失散於繁囂 灰飛的初吻至少感動一兩秒

The first kiss of a bursting, asphyxiating fly was a moment or two of emotional change.

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sat1
saan3
wu1
pun4
ngou4
fui1
fei1
dik1
co1
man5
zi3
siu3
gam2
dung6
jat1
loeng5
miu5
斷了線那隻風箏 到哪裏落地生根

Cut the line, where the wind blows, where it takes root.

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dyun6
liu4
sin3
no6
zek3
fung3
zang1
dou3
naa5
leoi5
lok6
deng6
sang1
gan1
愛過你仍然是福份

Loving you is still a blessing.

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oi3
gwo3
nei5
jing4
jin4
si6
fuk1
fan6
風箏飛不出嘆息橋

The storm couldn't fly off the bridge.

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fung3
zang1
fei1
fau2
ceot1
taan1
sik1
kiu4
即使分開不必仰天長嘯

Even if they're not separated, they don't have to be in a big way.

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zik1
si2
fan6
hoi1
fau2
bit1
joeng5
tin1
zoeng6
siu3
畢竟當初分享過你歡笑

After all, I shared your smile.

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bat1
ging2
dong3
co1
fan6
hoeng2
gwo3
nei5
fun1
siu3
將記憶燃燒 初戀的風景有過不少

There are many first-time lovers who burn memories.

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zoeng3
gei3
jik1
jin4
siu1
co1
lyun5
dik1
fung3
jing2
jau6
gwo3
fau2
siu3
彼此相識於嘆息橋

We met at the Bridge of Sighs.

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bei2
ci2
soeng2
zi3
wu1
taan1
sik1
kiu4
開開心心影張愛的遺照

Take a photo of the love behind you.

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hoi1
hoi1
sam1
sam1
jing2
zoeng3
oi3
dik1
wai6
ziu3
彼此之間即使各有車票

Even if they had tickets.

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bei2
ci2
zi1
haan4
zik1
si2
gok3
jau6
geoi1
piu3
失散於繁囂 灰飛的初吻至少感動一兩秒

The first kiss of a bursting, asphyxiating fly was a moment or two of emotional change.

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sat1
saan3
wu1
pun4
ngou4
fui1
fei1
dik1
co1
man5
zi3
siu3
gam2
dung6
jat1
loeng5
miu5
天空的白雲 有哪朵可以與我互吻

What flowers in the white clouds of the sky can kiss me?

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tin1
hung3
dik1
baak6
wan4
jau6
naa5
doe2
ho2
jyu5
jyu6
ngo5
wu6
man5
穿梭的路人 每個都可與我合襯

Every one of the people in the uniforms could join me.

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cyun1
so1
dik1
lou6
jan4
mei5
go3
dou1
ho2
jyu6
ngo5
ho4
can3
初戀那個烙印 掀起那次地震

I fell in love with that seal, and I started that earthquake.

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co1
lyun5
no6
go3
lok6
ngan3
hin3
hei2
no6
ci3
deng6
zan3
總可迫使我鍛鍊勇敢

It always made me feel brave.

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zung2
ho2
pik1
si2
ngo5
dyun3
lin6
jung6
gam2
彼此分開於嘆息橋

They were separated by a bridge.

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bei2
ci2
fan6
hoi1
wu1
taan1
sik1
kiu4
失戀得多 應該更聰明瞭

More lost in love, and more intelligent.

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sat1
lyun5
dak1
do1
jing3
goi1
gang3
cung1
ming4
liu5
即使心一死都要有心跳 一下不能少

Even if you had a heart attack, it would never have been less.

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zik1
si2
sam1
jat1
si2
dou1
jiu3
jau6
sam1
tiu4
jat1
haa6
fau2
toi4
siu3
堅貞的心境還是要動搖

And the spirit of integrity is shaking.

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gin1
zing1
dik1
sam1
ging2
waan4
si6
jiu3
dung6
jiu4
風箏消失於嘆息橋

The storm disappeared on the bridge.

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fung3
zang1
siu1
sat1
wu1
taan1
sik1
kiu4
開開心心一起向它憑弔

We owe it to him with joy.

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hoi1
hoi1
sam1
sam1
jat1
hei2
hoeng3
to1
pang4
diu3
很多東西畢竟控制不了

There's a lot of things that you can't control.

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han2
do1
dung1
sai1
bat1
ging2
hung3
zai3
fau2
liu4
失散於繁囂 都多得一個你當日跟我笑

And I'm more than happy to be the one you're laughing at.

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sat1
saan3
wu1
pun4
ngou4
dou1
do1
dak1
jat1
go3
nei5
dong3
mik6
gan1
ngo5
siu3
心 縱使不跳了

Your mind doesn't jump.

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sam1
zung3
si2
fau2
tiu4
liu4
About This Song

The song "" ("The Child Who Chases Kites") by Zhang Jingxuan explores the bittersweet experiences of first love and the inevitable heartache that follows. The emotional core of the song revolves around the nostalgia and innocence of youthful romance, contrasted with the realization of its fragility. Lyrics that depict feelings of joy and pain emphasize how early relationships shape our understanding of love, evoking a sense of longing for a simpler, happier time.

The narrative unfolds through vivid imagery of kites, representing aspirations and the intrinsic connection to past loves. The protagonist reflects on the passage of time and the consequences of growing apart, yet cherishes the memories created together. Lines that discuss laughter shared and moments frozen in time echo the idea that while relationships may fade, their impact lingers, leaving behind fond memories and lessons learned.

Musically, the song incorporates soft melodies and poignant chord progressions that enhance its emotional weight. Lyrically, Zhang Jingxuan employs metaphorical language, particularly the kite metaphor, to symbolize hopes and dreams that may either soar high or falter. The repetition of certain phrases creates a haunting effect, reinforcing the themes of loss and reminiscence while inviting listeners to reflect on their own experiences.

Culturally, this song resonates deeply within the realm of Chinese pop music, especially among youth who value emotional storytelling. The imagery of kites is significant in Chinese culture as it symbolizes freedom and the joys of childhood. The exploration of love's complexities, especially first love, resonates with many, making it a poignant anthem for those navigating the journey of relationships in the modern world.

Song Details
Singer:
張敬軒
Total Lines:
38
Video:
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