Here and Now

By 恭碩良

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
世界笑我似自閉 跌跌碰碰我怎剋制

The world smiled at me like an autistic, and I fell and fell and touched.

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sai3
gaai3
siu3
ngo5
ci5
zi6
bai3
daat3
daat3
pung3
pung3
ngo5
fim2
hak1
zai3
我會放棄我一切

I'm going to give up everything.

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ngo5
wui6
fong3
hei3
ngo5
jat1
cit3
我要愛你 愛夠一世

I want to love you, and I want to love you forever.

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ngo5
jiu3
oi3
nei5
oi3
gau3
jat1
sai3
擔當這剌痛的傷勢

And I'm going to take this painful wound.

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daam3
dong3
ze5
laat6
tung3
dik1
soeng1
sai3
要向你對天際立誓 為目的不惜一切

And you have to swear to heaven for the sake of it.

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jiu3
hoeng3
nei5
deoi3
tin1
zai3
lap6
sai6
wai6
muk6
dik1
fau2
sik1
jat1
cit3
闖開這慣例 怎麼估計 我的心執迷

How did you know that I was obsessed with this practice?

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cong3
hoi1
ze5
gwaan3
lai6
fim2
mo5
gu3
gei3
ngo5
dik1
sam1
zap1
mai4
愛要闖開慣例 刺激身體

Love is about unleashing habits and stimulating the body.

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oi3
jiu3
cong3
hoi1
gwaan3
lai6
cik3
gik1
jyun4
tai2
世界笑我太頹廢 跌跌碰碰我想起你

The world laughed at me, and I fell and I remembered you.

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sai3
gaai3
siu3
ngo5
taai3
teoi4
fai3
daat3
daat3
pung3
pung3
ngo5
soeng2
hei2
nei5
放棄理智也不計 愛你哪怕要痛一世

It doesn't matter to give up your reason to love you, even if it hurts.

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fong3
hei3
lei5
zi3
jaa5
fau2
gei3
oi3
nei5
naa5
paa3
jiu3
tung3
jat1
sai3
都不需要假裝安慰

And you don't need to pretend to be comforted.

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dou1
fau2
seoi1
jiu3
gaa2
zong1
on1
wai3
我要向你發一個毒誓

I'm going to make a poison vow to you.

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ngo5
jiu3
hoeng3
nei5
fat3
jat1
go3
duk6
sai6
為目的不惜一切

And for all intents and purposes,

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wai6
muk6
dik1
fau2
sik1
jat1
cit3
About This Song

"Here and Now" by is a powerful ballad that explores the deep and often tumultuous landscape of love, sacrifice, and vulnerability. The central theme revolves around the notion of unyielding love, where the speaker expresses a willingness to endure pain and hardship for the sake of their beloved. This emotional core resonates strongly, as it captures the essence of true devotionembracing the challenges that come with a profound connection to another person.

The song unfolds a narrative of surrendering to love despite its inherent risks. The lyrics eloquently illustrate the internal struggle of the speaker, who grapples with societal judgments and personal fears. Phrases such as "" (abandoning reasoning without counting the cost) emphasize the depths to which one might dive for love. The lyrical narrative portrays a passionate promise to embrace love wholeheartedly, regardless of consequences, suggesting that true love is worth any sacrifice.

Musically, "Here and Now" captivates listeners with its emotive melodies and dynamic arrangements. The use of contrasting musical elements, such as soft piano lines intertwined with stronger instrumental crescendos, echoes the lyrical tension between vulnerability and strength. Lyrically, the repetition of phrases reinforces the obsessive nature of love, creating a profound impact as the speaker formulates vows that feel both ethereal and grounded, almost like a personal manifesto.

Culturally, the song encapsulates themes prevalent in many Asian pop ballads, where love is often portrayed as a noble yet tumultuous journey. 's delivery further imbues the song with authenticity, as his vocal emotiveness connects with listeners on a deeply personal level. In a society where love and vulnerability can sometimes be seen as weaknesses, this song serves as a reaffirmation of the strength found in heartfelt expressions and the resilience of the human spirit in pursuit of love.

Song Details
Singer:
恭碩良
Total Lines:
12