晚安

By 李克勤

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
年幼愛偷聽當習慣

Listening is a habit.

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nin4
jau3
oi3
tau1
teng1
dong3
zap6
gwaan3
隔壁一晚間 吵架聲中變幻

One night, the noise of the fight was a ghost.

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gaak3
bik3
jat1
maan5
haan4
caau2
gaa3
sing1
zung1
bin3
waan6
從細守家規會被贊

It's a good idea to be a good parent.

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zung6
sai3
sau3
ze1
kwai1
wui6
pei5
zaan3
晚安一過關 便又忘掉己夜晚

And when the night is over, you forget your night.

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maan5
on1
jat1
gwo3
gwaan1
pin4
jau6
mong6
zaau6
gei2
je6
maan5
多少慣例 虛得徹底

There are many practices that are completely untrue.

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do1
siu3
gwaan3
lai6
heoi1
dak1
caak1
dik1
懷疑沒太多話題 要靠禮貌式安慰

I'm not sure there's much to be said about it, but I'm just kind of comforting.

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waai4
ji4
mei6
taai3
do1
waa6
tai4
jiu3
kaau3
lai5
maau6
sik1
on1
wai3
當初以為 拋開戲軌

At first, I thought I'd drop the game.

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dong3
co1
jyu5
wai6
paau1
hoi1
hei3
gwai2
情感不必拘禮 把這關心估得太低

Emotions don't have to be polite, and you take that care too lightly.

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cing4
gam2
fau2
bit1
keoi1
lai5
baa3
ze5
gwaan1
sam1
gu3
dak1
taai3
dai1
如何虔誠道晚安 實在由衷的渴望

How devoutly good-bye, a sincere desire.

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jyu4
ho6
kin4
sing4
dou6
maan5
on1
sat6
zoi6
jau4
zung1
dik1
kit3
mong6
可以 讓壓抑釋放 入夜 無事幹

It can be released into the night without any action.

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ho2
jyu5
joeng6
ngaat3
jik1
sik1
fong3
jap6
je6
mou4
si6
hon4
白晝雖然冒過風浪 伴綿羊漫遊天光

The day was a windy day, and the sheep were walking in the sunlight.

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baak6
zau3
seoi1
jin4
mou6
gwo3
fung3
long4
bun6
min4
joeng4
maan4
jau6
tin1
gwong1
平日有再多的爭拗 臨睡也祝福一趟

There's more and more of this debate every day, and sleep is a blessing.

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ping4
mik6
jau6
zoi3
do1
dik1
zaang1
aau3
lam6
seoi6
jaa5
zuk1
fuk1
jat1
tong3
從世間紛擾我會意

I'd like to be disturbed by the world.

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zung6
sai3
haan4
fan1
jiu5
ngo5
wui6
ji3
晚安這句子 包括幾千個字

This sentence, good night, has thousands of words.

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maan5
on1
ze5
gau1
zi2
baau1
kut3
gei2
cin1
go3
zi6
誰也太緊張有大志

And everybody is nervous, and they're ambitious.

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seoi4
jaa5
taai3
gan2
zoeng3
jau6
taai3
zi3
幸福的要旨 就是平靜有睡意

The essence of happiness is to be calm and sleepy.

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hang6
fuk1
dik1
jiu3
zi2
zau6
si6
ping4
zing6
jau6
seoi6
ji3
多少慣例 虛得徹底

There are many practices that are completely untrue.

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do1
siu3
gwaan3
lai6
heoi1
dak1
caak1
dik1
懷疑沒太多話題 要靠禮貌式安慰

I'm not sure there's much to be said about it, but I'm just kind of comforting.

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waai4
ji4
mei6
taai3
do1
waa6
tai4
jiu3
kaau3
lai5
maau6
sik1
on1
wai3
當初以為 拋開戲軌

At first, I thought I'd drop the game.

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dong3
co1
jyu5
wai6
paau1
hoi1
hei3
gwai2
情感不必拘禮 把這關心估得太低

Emotions don't have to be polite, and you take that care too lightly.

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cing4
gam2
fau2
bit1
keoi1
lai5
baa3
ze5
gwaan1
sam1
gu3
dak1
taai3
dai1
如何虔誠道晚安

How to be pious good night

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jyu4
ho6
kin4
sing4
dou6
maan5
on1
實在由衷的渴望

It was a sincere desire.

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sat6
zoi6
jau4
zung1
dik1
kit3
mong6
可以 讓壓抑釋放 入夜 無事幹

It can be released into the night without any action.

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ho2
jyu5
joeng6
ngaat3
jik1
sik1
fong3
jap6
je6
mou4
si6
hon4
白晝雖然冒過風浪

And it was a windy day.

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baak6
zau3
seoi1
jin4
mou6
gwo3
fung3
long4
伴綿羊漫遊天光

Walk with the sheep in the sunlight.

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bun6
min4
joeng4
maan4
jau6
tin1
gwong1
平日有再多的爭拗

There's more and more debate every day.

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ping4
mik6
jau6
zoi3
do1
dik1
zaang1
aau3
臨睡也祝福一趟

Sleep is a blessing.

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lam6
seoi6
jaa5
zuk1
fuk1
jat1
tong3
就算失眠別要失望

Even if you're not sleepy, you're not disappointed.

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zau6
syun3
sat1
min4
bit6
jiu3
sat1
mong6
願平和漫談天方

Hope and peace.

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jyun6
ping4
wo4
maan4
taam4
tin1
fong1
能令到寸心安放

It makes you feel more comfortable.

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toi4
ling6
dou3
cyun3
sam1
on1
fong3
臨睡説晚安 多恰當

A good night's sleep is a good idea.

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lam6
seoi6
seoi3
maan5
on1
do1
aam1
dong3
About This Song

The song "" ("Good Night") by (Hacken Lee) explores the fundamental themes of relationships, communication, and the emotional solace found in simple nightly goodbyes. At its core, the song reflects on the bittersweet nature of love, where amidst conflicts and misunderstandings, couples often find comfort in the quiet ritual of wishing each other goodnight. This act not only serves as a farewell but also represents a moment of connection, encapsulating the complexities of emotions in their simplest form. The artist reminisces about the ways childhood experiences taught him to navigate relationships, illustrating how even the most trivial exchanges hold significant emotional weight.

The narrative conveyed in "" addresses the realities of adult relationships, where daily tensions can overshadow the underlying affection. The lyrics delve into the struggle between expressing genuine feelings and adhering to social niceties, hinting at a desire for deeper connections beyond superficiality. By emphasizing the power of the phrase "," the song suggests that blessings exchanged before sleep can mend the day's arguments, providing an opportunity to start anew. The repeated emphasis on the importance of sincerity in the simple act of wishing goodnight reveals a yearning for emotional transparency, reminding listeners that words can heal when shared with intention.

Musically, the song combines a soft melody with gentle instrumentation that complements its reflective mood. The lyrics utilize vivid imagery and repetition, heightening the emotional resonance as it captures the universal desire for understanding and companionship. The use of metaphors, such as referencing "sheep wandering through daylight," brings to mind a sense of peace and tranquility, further enhancing the theme of seeking calm amidst lifes chaos. Additionally, the song's structure reinforces its gentle nature, creating an intimate atmosphere akin to a lullaby, which aids in delivering its heartfelt message.

Culturally, "" resonates deeply within the context of Chinese society, where familial ties and interpersonal relationships are highly valued. The act of saying goodnight transcends mere formality and serves as a poignant reminder of the care and affection shared among loved ones. In a fast-paced world often marked by conflicts and misunderstandings, this song taps into the collective yearning for harmony and peace in intimate relationships, emphasizing that the simplest gestures can indeed carry profound significance.

Song Details
Singer:
李克勤
Total Lines:
31