賭愛

By 張柏芝

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
當 稀罕的都不再剩低

When the rare thing is gone,

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dong3
hei1
hon2
dik1
dou1
fau2
zoi3
zing6
dai1
當 稀罕的都不再剩低

When the rare thing is gone,

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dong3
hei1
hon2
dik1
dou1
fau2
zoi3
zing6
dai1
人仍然如病態着迷

People are still sick of it.

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jan4
jing4
jin4
jyu4
beng6
taai3
jyu3
mai4
愛你是一種賭博吧

Loving you is a gamble.

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oi3
nei5
si6
jat1
zung3
dou2
bok3
baa6
怎麼可賭得那樣狠

How could you bet that?

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fim2
mo5
ho2
dou2
dak1
no6
joeng2
han2
你愛我同樣愛別人

You love me and you love others.

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nei5
oi3
ngo5
tung4
joeng2
oi3
bit6
jan4
你也愛殘忍的賭博吧

You love the cruel gambling.

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nei5
jaa5
oi3
caan4
jan5
dik1
dou2
bok3
baa6
我沒法拋低

I couldn't throw it away.

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ngo5
mei6
fat3
paau1
dai1
我沒法拋低

I couldn't throw it away.

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ngo5
mei6
fat3
paau1
dai1
再沒有抵押東西

No more collateral.

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zoi3
mei6
jau6
zi2
ngaat3
dung1
sai1
就賭她即將會失勢

I bet she's going to lose.

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zau6
dou2
taa1
zik1
zoeng3
wui6
sat1
sai3
賭過不了今晚

I can't bet on it tonight.

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dou2
gwo3
fau2
liu4
gam1
maan5
沒法自制投注在愛情

I can't afford to bet on love.

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mei6
fat3
zi6
zai3
tau4
zyu3
zoi6
oi3
cing4
沒法自制投注在愛情

I can't afford to bet on love.

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mei6
fat3
zi6
zai3
tau4
zyu3
zoi6
oi3
cing4
沒有令你感動仍盡興

It's not exciting, but it's exciting.

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mei6
jau6
ling6
nei5
gam2
dung6
jing4
zeon6
jan6
你這樣冷靜

You're so cool.

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nei5
ze5
joeng2
laang5
zing6
也沒勸停

And I didn't ask him to stop.

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jaa5
mei6
hyun3
ting4
沒法自制投注在愛情

I can't afford to bet on love.

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mei6
fat3
zi6
zai3
tau4
zyu3
zoi6
oi3
cing4
沒法自制投注在愛情

I can't afford to bet on love.

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mei6
fat3
zi6
zai3
tau4
zyu3
zoi6
oi3
cing4
沒有令你感動仍盡興

It's not exciting, but it's exciting.

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mei6
jau6
ling6
nei5
gam2
dung6
jing4
zeon6
jan6
再錯誤決定 也未會停

And the wrong decisions don't stop.

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zoi3
laap6
ng6
kyut3
ding6
jaa5
mei6
wui6
ting4
用光眼淚作為籌碼

And I'm going to do it with tears.

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jung6
gwong1
ngaan5
leoi6
zok3
wai6
cau2
maa5
走 走不出這可怕病因

I can't get out of this horrible disease.

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zau2
zau2
fau2
ceot1
ze5
ho2
paa3
beng6
jan1
染上了殘酷的心癮

It's a cruel heart attack.

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jim5
soeng6
liu4
caan4
huk6
dik1
sam1
jan2
你接受這種賭注吧

You can take this bet.

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nei5
zip3
sau6
ze5
zung3
dou2
zyu3
baa6
你我也是個病人

You and I are patients.

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nei5
ngo5
jaa5
si6
go3
beng6
jan4
賭今晚可真會自毀

I bet you're going to be self-destructive tonight.

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dou2
gam1
maan5
ho2
zan1
wui6
zi6
wai2
我好勝還是你絕情

I win or you win.

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ngo5
hou3
sing3
waan4
si6
nei5
zyut6
cing4
你我就增加賭注吧

You'll add to the bet.

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nei5
ngo5
zau6
zang1
gaa3
dou2
zyu3
baa6
越愛越錯越殘忍

The more love, the more cruel it is.

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jyut6
oi3
jyut6
laap6
jyut6
caan4
jan5
再沒有抵押東西

No more collateral.

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zoi3
mei6
jau6
zi2
ngaat3
dung1
sai1
就賭她即將會失勢

I bet she's going to lose.

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zau6
dou2
taa1
zik1
zoeng3
wui6
sat1
sai3
賭過不了今晚

I can't bet on it tonight.

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dou2
gwo3
fau2
liu4
gam1
maan5
沒法自制投注在愛情

I can't afford to bet on love.

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mei6
fat3
zi6
zai3
tau4
zyu3
zoi6
oi3
cing4
沒有令你感動仍盡興

It's not exciting, but it's exciting.

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mei6
jau6
ling6
nei5
gam2
dung6
jing4
zeon6
jan6
你這樣冷靜

You're so cool.

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nei5
ze5
joeng2
laang5
zing6
也沒勸停

And I didn't ask him to stop.

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jaa5
mei6
hyun3
ting4
沒法自制投注在愛情

I can't afford to bet on love.

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mei6
fat3
zi6
zai3
tau4
zyu3
zoi6
oi3
cing4
沒法自制投注在愛情

I can't afford to bet on love.

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mei6
fat3
zi6
zai3
tau4
zyu3
zoi6
oi3
cing4
沒有令你感動仍盡興

It's not exciting, but it's exciting.

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mei6
jau6
ling6
nei5
gam2
dung6
jing4
zeon6
jan6
再錯誤決定 也未會停

And the wrong decisions don't stop.

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zoi3
laap6
ng6
kyut3
ding6
jaa5
mei6
wui6
ting4
用光眼淚作為籌碼

And I'm going to do it with tears.

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jung6
gwong1
ngaan5
leoi6
zok3
wai6
cau2
maa5
走 走不出這可怕病因

I can't get out of this horrible disease.

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zau2
zau2
fau2
ceot1
ze5
ho2
paa3
beng6
jan1
偏覺得更興奮

I'm more excited.

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pin1
gok3
dak1
gang3
jan6
fan3
天國要是接近

The kingdom of heaven is near.

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tin1
gwok3
jiu3
si6
zip3
kan5
降罪或永生

To give up sin or to live forever.

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hong4
zeoi6
waak6
wing5
sang1
要試煉我

Try me out.

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jiu3
si5
lin6
ngo5
也判斷你的測隱

And it's also about your judgment.

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jaa5
pun3
dyun6
nei5
dik1
cak1
jan3
沒有令你感動仍盡興

It's not exciting, but it's exciting.

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mei6
jau6
ling6
nei5
gam2
dung6
jing4
zeon6
jan6
再錯誤決定 也未會停

And the wrong decisions don't stop.

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zoi3
laap6
ng6
kyut3
ding6
jaa5
mei6
wui6
ting4
用光眼淚作為籌碼

And I'm going to do it with tears.

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jung6
gwong1
ngaan5
leoi6
zok3
wai6
cau2
maa5
走 走不出這可怕病因

I can't get out of this horrible disease.

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zau2
zau2
fau2
ceot1
ze5
ho2
paa3
beng6
jan1
走 走不出這可怕病因

I can't get out of this horrible disease.

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zau2
zau2
fau2
ceot1
ze5
ho2
paa3
beng6
jan1
怎麼可賭得那樣狠

How could you bet that?

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fim2
mo5
ho2
dou2
dak1
no6
joeng2
han2
沒法自制投注在愛情

I can't afford to bet on love.

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mei6
fat3
zi6
zai3
tau4
zyu3
zoi6
oi3
cing4
我沒法拋低

I couldn't throw it away.

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ngo5
mei6
fat3
paau1
dai1
越愛越錯越殘忍

The more love, the more cruel it is.

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jyut6
oi3
jyut6
laap6
jyut6
caan4
jan5
沒法自制投注在愛情

I can't afford to bet on love.

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mei6
fat3
zi6
zai3
tau4
zyu3
zoi6
oi3
cing4
About This Song

The song "", performed by the renowned Hong Kong artist (Zhang Bo Zhi), dives deep into the tumultuous waters of love experienced as a high-stakes gamble. The central theme revolves around the emotional turbulence that arises from being in love, where feelings and hopes fluctuate unpredictably, reflecting the unpredictable nature of gambling. The singer articulates the agony and ecstasy of love akin to a dangerous bet, where the stakes are not only high but also potentially detrimental, leading one to question the sanity of such emotional investments.

The narrative found in the lyrics reveals a story of passionate yet painful love, where the protagonist acknowledges the inherent risks of being emotionally invested in someone who may also harbor affections for others. This duality highlights the confusion and helplessness associated with lovecaught between love and heartbreak, loyalty and betrayal. The repeated references to gambling metaphorically paint love as an addiction, hinting at an awareness of its destructive nature yet an inability to withdraw from its allure.

Musically, "" combines elements of pop balladry with an emotionally charged vocal delivery, characterized by its haunting melody and engaging arrangement. The lyrics utilize vivid imagery and metaphor, employing gambling terminology to enhance the emotional weight of the message. This artistic choice deepens the listener's connection to the protagonist's plight while showcasing Zhang's expressive vocal abilities. The structure of the song, filled with poignant reflections and a poignant chorus, reinforces the cyclical and compulsive nature of love as described by the artist.

In the cultural context, the song resonates with many listeners familiar with the complexities of modern relationships in Chinese society, where love might often be viewed through various lenses, including those of sacrifice and patience. Zhang's emotive portrayal captures a universal struggle, transcending cultural boundaries, as it speaks to the shared human experiences of love's trials and tribulations. Thus, "" not only serves as an enchanting pop song but also a poignant commentary on contemporary views of love and emotional risk.

Song Details
Singer:
張柏芝
Total Lines:
58