ABC君

By 方力申

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
你這麼吸引 有心的定不止五六個

You're so attractive, you've got five or six minds.

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nei5
ze5
mo5
ngap1
jan5
jau6
sam1
dik1
ding6
fau2
zi2
ng5
luk6
go3
我被扣分 便沒位置坐

I was tied up and I couldn't sit.

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ngo5
pei5
kau3
fan6
pin4
mei6
wai6
zi3
zo6
你沒有講出意願 你的身體都説得很清楚

You don't say your intentions, and your body is convinced.

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nei5
mei6
jau6
gong2
ceot1
ji3
jyun6
nei5
dik1
jyun4
tai2
dou1
seoi3
dak1
han2
cing1
co2
A君的家底好 B君出名獨到

A is the only one in the family.

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gwan1
dik1
ze1
dik1
hou3
gwan1
ceot1
ming4
duk6
dou3
是我沒能耐 高攀不起給你效勞

I couldn't stand to be so proud of you.

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si6
ngo5
mei6
toi4
noi6
gou1
paan1
fau2
hei2
kap1
nei5
hau6
lou6
你要愛得進步 便盡力發掘

You love to progress and you try to explore.

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nei5
jiu3
oi3
dak1
zeon3
fau6
pin4
zeon6
lik6
fat3
gwat6
談情全為進步

The conversation was progressing.

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taam4
cing4
cyun4
wai6
zeon3
fau6
你會控制得到

You can control it.

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nei5
wui6
hung3
zai3
dak1
dou3
你背後有幾千樣野心

There are thousands of ambitions behind you.

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nei5
bui6
hau6
jau6
gei2
cin1
joeng2
je5
sam1
我未襯 再努力也擋不住競爭

I didn't give up, I didn't try, I couldn't stop competing.

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ngo5
mei6
can3
zoi3
nou5
lik6
jaa5
dong3
fau2
zyu6
ging6
zaang1
不用吻 我輸不起 你的抱負太多

I can't help but wonder if you're too ambitious.

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fau2
jung6
man5
ngo5
syu1
fau2
hei2
nei5
dik1
pou5
fu6
taai3
do1
但我極明白我 實在沒法抽身愛下個

But I understand that I can't really fall in love with it.

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daan6
ngo5
gik6
ming4
baak6
ngo5
sat6
zoi6
mei6
fat3
cau1
jyun4
oi3
haa6
go3
你每日也比較在計分

You're also measuring points every day.

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nei5
mei5
mik6
jaa5
bei3
gok3
zoi6
gei3
fan6
再合襯 我發現我都只屬次等

And then I realized that I was only second class.

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zoi3
ho4
can3
ngo5
fat3
jin6
ngo5
dou1
zi2
zuk6
ci3
ting2
手在震 去握手會比拖手使你愉快得多

Handshaking with a shaking hand makes you feel more comfortable than a hand pulling.

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sau2
zoi6
zan3
heoi3
ngak1
sau2
wui6
bei3
to1
sau2
si2
nei5
jyu6
faai3
dak1
do1
快為實現野心 放下我

Just get your ambition right, and let me go.

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faai3
wai6
sat6
jin6
je5
sam1
fong3
haa6
ngo5
誰能陪伴旅行 自問沒有福份

Whoever travels with me is not blessed.

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seoi4
toi4
pui4
bun6
leoi3
hong6
zi6
man6
mei6
jau6
fuk1
fan6
我沒強項愛人 不要為我忍

I have no strength to love. Don't take it for me.

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ngo5
mei6
koeng5
hong6
oi3
jan4
fau2
jiu3
wai6
ngo5
jan5
我用全力來迎合你 也未夠吸引

I didn't do anything to meet you, and I wasn't attractive enough.

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ngo5
jung6
cyun4
lik6
loi6
jing6
ho4
nei5
jaa5
mei6
gau3
ngap1
jan5
C君階級很高 D君即使未到

C is high, D is high, even if you're not there.

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gwan1
gaai1
kap1
han2
gou1
gwan1
zik1
si2
mei6
dou3
但我沒能耐 根本不可使你自豪

But I couldn't bear it, and I couldn't make you proud.

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daan6
ngo5
mei6
toi4
noi6
gan1
bun2
fau2
ho2
si2
nei5
zi6
hou4
你要愛得進步 沒義務繼續停留

You love to progress, not to stay.

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nei5
jiu3
oi3
dak1
zeon3
fau6
mei6
ji6
mou6
gai3
zuk6
ting4
lau4
來吧去做 你有你野心 我阻不到

Come on, you have your ambitions. I can't stop you.

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loi6
baa6
heoi3
zou6
nei5
jau6
nei5
je5
sam1
ngo5
zo2
fau2
dou3
你背後有幾千樣野心

There are thousands of ambitions behind you.

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nei5
bui6
hau6
jau6
gei2
cin1
joeng2
je5
sam1
我未襯 再努力也擋不住競爭

I didn't give up, I didn't try, I couldn't stop competing.

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ngo5
mei6
can3
zoi3
nou5
lik6
jaa5
dong3
fau2
zyu6
ging6
zaang1
不用吻 我怎都不似尊貴又勇敢

Without a kiss, I didn't look dignified and brave.

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fau2
jung6
man5
ngo5
fim2
dou1
fau2
ci5
zyun1
gwai3
jau6
jung6
gam2
但我極明白我 實在沒法抽身愛下個

But I understand that I can't really fall in love with it.

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daan6
ngo5
gik6
ming4
baak6
ngo5
sat6
zoi6
mei6
fat3
cau1
jyun4
oi3
haa6
go3
你盼望到出年便結婚

You're looking forward to getting married in your first year.

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nei5
paan3
mong6
dou3
ceot1
nin4
pin4
lit3
fan1
你就算 不講出口都知沒我份

You don't even know what I'm doing.

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nei5
zau6
syun3
fau2
gong2
ceot1
hau2
dou1
zi3
mei6
ngo5
fan6
保佑我 你揀好了 還會有禮貌

You're a good choice, and you're being polite.

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bou2
jau6
ngo5
nei5
gaan2
hou3
liu4
waan4
wui6
jau6
lai5
maau6
説聲再見 我自問未夠資格合襯

See you on the other side, I wondered if I wasn't qualified.

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seoi3
sing1
zoi3
jin6
ngo5
zi6
man6
mei6
gau3
zi1
gaak3
ho4
can3
算吧 為發揮你潛能

So, let's say you're trying to show your potential.

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syun3
baa6
wai6
fat3
fai1
nei5
cim4
toi4
我的犧牲 最襯

My sacrifice was the worst.

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ngo5
dik1
hei1
sang1
zeoi3
can3
About This Song

The song "ABC" by (Fang Lishen) delves into the complexities of love, ambition, and self-doubt. At its core, the song presents a poignant narrative where the protagonist grapples with feelings of inadequacy in a romantic relationship. The lyricist conveys the emotional tug-of-war between yearning for love and recognizing ones limitations, especially in the face of a partner's towering aspirations. The repeated references to different individuals categorized by letters, such as A and B, highlight a competitive atmosphere, suggesting that the protagonist feels overshadowed by those who may be more suitable or worthy of their partner's affections.

The story unfolds as the protagonist reflects on their relationship, acknowledging their partner's ambitions and the intense pressure to compete with them. Theres a profound sense of resignation throughout the lyrics, as the narrator admits to feeling unqualified for the love they desire, ultimately deciding to step back for the sake of their partner's growth. This narrative is both relatable and heart-wrenching, portraying love as a journey where sometimes letting go is an act of profound love in itself. The powerful imagery of "" (you have thousands of ambitions behind you) underscores the notion that ambition often takes precedence over emotion in modern relationships.

Musically, "ABC" features a melodic structure that complements the introspective lyrics, utilizing a blend of soft pop elements with poignant instrumentation that accentuates the feelings of vulnerability and longing. The use of conversational lyrics creates an intimate atmosphere, inviting listeners to resonate with the protagonist's internal conflict. Notably, the song's refrain poignantly captures the essence of the struggle between aspiration and affection, utilizing a contrast of high and low notes to signify the emotional peaks and valleys in the protagonist's experience.

Culturally, the song reflects contemporary societal issues surrounding relationships in the context of ambition and individual success, common themes in many Chinese pop songs. In a culture that often emphasizes achievement and status, 's exploration of self-sacrifice and emotional intelligence provides a refreshing counterpoint, making the song resonate with listeners who find themselves in similar predicaments. It serves as a reminder that sometimes, the best way to support someone we love is by acknowledging our limitations and encouraging their growth, even if it means stepping aside.

Song Details
Singer:
方力申
Total Lines:
33