現代愛情啓示錄

By 彭家麗

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
背棄了諾言 我詐作聽不見

I turned my back on the promise, and I was a fraud.

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bui6
hei3
liu4
nok6
jin4
ngo5
zaa3
zok3
teng1
fau2
jin6
痛過 過後掙扎 但未見你表白

It hurts, it hurts, it hurts, but it doesn't look like you're confessing.

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tung3
gwo3
gwo3
hau6
zaang1
zaap3
daan6
mei6
jin6
nei5
biu2
baak6
始終不放下希冀 漫長夜裏在回味

She never left her home, and she'd been up all night.

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ci2
zung1
fau2
fong3
haa6
hei1
gei3
maan4
zoeng6
je6
leoi5
zoi6
wui4
mei6
心 傷過但真過也為你

It hurts, but it's true for you.

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sam1
soeng1
gwo3
daan6
zan1
gwo3
jaa5
wai6
nei5
説過了甜言 卻怕對你欺騙

You're a sweet preacher, but you're afraid to be deceived.

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seoi3
gwo3
liu4
tim4
jin4
koek3
paa3
deoi3
nei5
hei1
pin3
愛已暗地飄遠 夢早化煙

Love is dark and distant, dreams of smoke.

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oi3
ji5
am3
deng6
piu1
jyun6
mung6
zou2
faa3
jin1
彼此都各自嗟怨 情感相交戰

They complained to each other, and they fought emotionally.

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bei2
ci2
dou1
gok3
zi6
jyun3
cing4
gam2
soeng2
gaau1
zin3
而怕説愛情終點已經不遠

And the fear of love is not far away.

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nang4
paa3
seoi3
oi3
cing4
zung1
dim2
ji5
ging1
fau2
jyun6
自閉自責自怨 仍不想了斷

Autism is self-blame, and it's not over.

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zi6
bai3
zi6
zaak3
zi6
jyun3
jing4
fau2
soeng2
liu4
dyun6
你心我心兩心 卻天天疏遠一點

Your heart and my heart are a little bit distant from you.

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nei5
sam1
ngo5
sam1
loeng5
sam1
koek3
tin1
tin1
so3
jyun6
jat1
dim2
漸去漸退漸遠 難掩飾心頭掛念

It's slowly declining, and it's hard to hide it.

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zim6
heoi3
zim6
teoi3
zim6
jyun6
no4
jim2
sik1
sam1
tau4
gwaa3
nim6
變心變質變透 也珍惜相愛當天

And the change in heart and mind is the change in love.

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bin3
sam1
bin3
zi3
bin3
tau3
jaa5
zan1
sik1
soeng2
oi3
dong3
tin1
一點愛 一點怨 到分手一刻始終少不免

A little bit of love, a little bit of complaining, and a little bit of breaking up is inevitable.

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jat1
dim2
oi3
jat1
dim2
jyun3
dou3
fan6
sau2
jat1
hak1
ci2
zung1
siu3
fau2
min5
背棄了諾言 我詐作聽不見

I turned my back on the promise, and I was a fraud.

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bui6
hei3
liu4
nok6
jin4
ngo5
zaa3
zok3
teng1
fau2
jin6
痛過 過後掙扎 但未見你表白

It hurts, it hurts, it hurts, but it doesn't look like you're confessing.

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tung3
gwo3
gwo3
hau6
zaang1
zaap3
daan6
mei6
jin6
nei5
biu2
baak6
始終不放下希冀 漫長夜裏在回味

She never left her home, and she'd been up all night.

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ci2
zung1
fau2
fong3
haa6
hei1
gei3
maan4
zoeng6
je6
leoi5
zoi6
wui4
mei6
心 傷過但真過也為你

It hurts, but it's true for you.

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sam1
soeng1
gwo3
daan6
zan1
gwo3
jaa5
wai6
nei5
説過了甜言 卻怕對你欺騙

You're a sweet preacher, but you're afraid to be deceived.

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seoi3
gwo3
liu4
tim4
jin4
koek3
paa3
deoi3
nei5
hei1
pin3
愛已暗地飄遠 夢早化煙

Love is dark and distant, dreams of smoke.

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oi3
ji5
am3
deng6
piu1
jyun6
mung6
zou2
faa3
jin1
彼此都各自嗟怨 情感相交戰

They complained to each other, and they fought emotionally.

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bei2
ci2
dou1
gok3
zi6
jyun3
cing4
gam2
soeng2
gaau1
zin3
而怕説愛情終點已經不遠

And the fear of love is not far away.

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nang4
paa3
seoi3
oi3
cing4
zung1
dim2
ji5
ging1
fau2
jyun6
自閉自責自怨 仍不想了斷

Autism is self-blame, and it's not over.

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zi6
bai3
zi6
zaak3
zi6
jyun3
jing4
fau2
soeng2
liu4
dyun6
你心我心兩心 卻天天疏遠一點

Your heart and my heart are a little bit distant from you.

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nei5
sam1
ngo5
sam1
loeng5
sam1
koek3
tin1
tin1
so3
jyun6
jat1
dim2
漸去漸退漸遠 難掩飾心頭掛念

It's slowly declining, and it's hard to hide it.

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zim6
heoi3
zim6
teoi3
zim6
jyun6
no4
jim2
sik1
sam1
tau4
gwaa3
nim6
變心變質變透 也珍惜相愛當天

And the change in heart and mind is the change in love.

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bin3
sam1
bin3
zi3
bin3
tau3
jaa5
zan1
sik1
soeng2
oi3
dong3
tin1
一點愛 一點怨

A little love, a little complaining.

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jat1
dim2
oi3
jat1
dim2
jyun3
到分手一刻始終少不免

The moment of separation is inevitable.

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dou3
fan6
sau2
jat1
hak1
ci2
zung1
siu3
fau2
min5
自閉自責自怨 仍不想了斷

Autism is self-blame, and it's not over.

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zi6
bai3
zi6
zaak3
zi6
jyun3
jing4
fau2
soeng2
liu4
dyun6
你心我心兩心 卻天天疏遠一點

Your heart and my heart are a little bit distant from you.

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nei5
sam1
ngo5
sam1
loeng5
sam1
koek3
tin1
tin1
so3
jyun6
jat1
dim2
漸去漸退漸遠 難掩飾心頭掛念

It's slowly declining, and it's hard to hide it.

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zim6
heoi3
zim6
teoi3
zim6
jyun6
no4
jim2
sik1
sam1
tau4
gwaa3
nim6
變心變質變透 也珍惜相愛當天

And the change in heart and mind is the change in love.

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bin3
sam1
bin3
zi3
bin3
tau3
jaa5
zan1
sik1
soeng2
oi3
dong3
tin1
一點愛 一點怨

A little love, a little complaining.

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jat1
dim2
oi3
jat1
dim2
jyun3
到分手一刻始終少不免

The moment of separation is inevitable.

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dou3
fan6
sau2
jat1
hak1
ci2
zung1
siu3
fau2
min5
About This Song

"" (Modern Love Revelation) by (Peng Jiali) is a poignant exploration of love's complexities and the emotional turbulence that often accompanies romantic relationships. At its core, the song delves into themes of betrayal, longing, and the struggles of maintaining intimacy in the face of heartache. The melancholic lyrics express a deep sense of yearning and emotional pain, reflecting the conflict between hope and despair as the protagonist grapples with the fallout of a broken promise in love.

The song narrates a compelling story of two individuals who find themselves gradually drifting apart, portraying the cyclical nature of love and heartache. The narrator reminisces about sweet words shared in happier times, while also confronting the feelings of guilt, self-blame, and the fear of accepting the inevitable end of the relationship. The song candidly captures the difficulty of letting go, as both partners grapple with their emotions, weighed down by regrets and unfulfilled expectations.

From a musical perspective, "" employs a mixture of melancholy melodies and emotive vocal delivery that effectively convey the song's themes. The repetitive structure of certain phrases in the lyrics reinforces the cyclical feeling of emotional turmoil, mirroring the way heartbreak often loops in one's mind. Additionally, the use of contrasting imagerylike love drifting away and memories occupying long nightsadds depth to the emotional landscape of the song, emphasizing the juxtaposition between affection and pain.

Culturally, this song resonates within the broader spectrum of contemporary Chinese pop music, which often explores themes of love and relationships in a way that straddles traditional values and modern realities. It reflects the challenges faced by young lovers in todays fast-paced society, making it relatable to a wide audience. As such, it serves as an anthem for those navigating the often tumultuous waters of modern romance, encapsulating the universal experience of love's highs and lows.

Song Details
Singer:
彭家麗
Total Lines:
33