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By 李幸倪

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
一粒沙滲進浪漫恆河

A grain of sand flows into the romantic river.

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jat1
nap1
saa1
sam3
zeon3
long4
maan4
hang4
ho2
一支花很希望結果

A flower is very hopeful.

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jat1
zi1
waa6
han2
hei1
mong6
lit3
gwo2
每個渴望與伴侶一夥

Everyone wants to be with their partner.

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mei5
go3
kit3
mong6
jyu6
bun6
lui5
jat1
fo2
一粒星要撲向浩瀚銀河

A star is shooting at a starry galaxy.

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jat1
nap1
sing1
jiu3
puk1
hoeng3
hou6
hon6
ngan4
ho2
一絲煙都奢望愛火

A single smoke longs for fire.

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jat1
si1
jin1
dou1
se1
mong6
oi3
fo2
美麗結局卻沒有幾多

But there's not much of a beautiful ending.

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mei5
lai6
lit3
guk6
koek3
mei6
jau6
gei2
do1
最希冀的那一個 心儀這一個

The most wanted one is this one.

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zeoi3
hei1
gei3
dik1
no6
jat1
go3
sam1
ji4
ze5
jat1
go3
尋尋找找為何都找不到

I can't find a reason to look for it.

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cam4
cam4
zaau2
zaau2
wai6
ho6
dou1
zaau2
fau2
dou3
為何有無盡孤苦的單數

Why are there so many lonely individuals?

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wai6
ho6
jau6
mou4
zeon6
gu1
fu2
dik1
sin6
sou3
合意的 永遠最難擁抱

The hardest thing to ever embrace is to agree.

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ho4
ji3
dik1
wing5
jyun6
zeoi3
no4
ung2
pou5
未見到答案的傾慕

The fascination with the unanswered.

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mei6
jin6
dou3
daap3
on3
dik1
king1
mou6
和伴侶無奈永遠差半步

And the partner is always halfway there.

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wo4
bun6
lui5
mou4
noi6
wing5
jyun6
co1
bun3
fau6
誠誠懇懇祈求天主知道

And I prayed to God with all my heart and with all my heart and with all my heart,

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sing4
sing4
han2
han2
kei4
kau4
tin1
zyu2
zi3
dou6
期望會成就相戀的雙數

Expect to achieve the double of the same.

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kei4
mong6
wui6
seng4
zau6
soeng2
lyun5
dik1
soeng1
sou3
遇見的 往往以為找到

People who meet people often think they've found them.

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jyu6
jin6
dik1
wong5
wong5
jyu5
wai6
zaau2
dou3
又化作撲朔的煙霧

It's also a smoke-freeze.

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jau6
faa3
zok3
puk1
sok3
dik1
jin1
mou6
緣份似 迷了路

It's like getting lost.

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jyun6
fan6
ci5
mai4
liu4
lou6
一盞燈盼照見寂寞行人

A lamp is waiting to see the lonely walkers.

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jat1
zaan2
dang1
paan3
ziu3
jin6
zik6
mok6
hong6
jan4
一間屋都思念某君

Every house misses you.

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jat1
haan4
uk1
dou1
soi1
nim6
mau5
gwan1
過客盼望會遇上關心

Guests expect to be cared for.

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gwo3
haak3
paan3
mong6
wui6
jyu6
soeng6
gwaan1
sam1
無助時需要一個 追求者一個

When you're helpless, you need a seeker, a seeker.

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mou4
zo6
si4
seoi1
jiu3
jat1
go3
zeoi1
kau4
ze2
jat1
go3
尋尋找找為何都找不到

I can't find a reason to look for it.

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cam4
cam4
zaau2
zaau2
wai6
ho6
dou1
zaau2
fau2
dou3
為何有無盡孤苦的單數

Why are there so many lonely individuals?

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wai6
ho6
jau6
mou4
zeon6
gu1
fu2
dik1
sin6
sou3
合意的 永遠最難擁抱

The hardest thing to ever embrace is to agree.

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ho4
ji3
dik1
wing5
jyun6
zeoi3
no4
ung2
pou5
未見到答案的傾慕

The fascination with the unanswered.

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mei6
jin6
dou3
daap3
on3
dik1
king1
mou6
和伴侶無奈永遠差半步

And the partner is always halfway there.

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wo4
bun6
lui5
mou4
noi6
wing5
jyun6
co1
bun3
fau6
誠誠懇懇祈求天主知道

And I prayed to God with all my heart and with all my heart and with all my heart,

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sing4
sing4
han2
han2
kei4
kau4
tin1
zyu2
zi3
dou6
期望會成就相戀的雙數

Expect to achieve the double of the same.

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kei4
mong6
wui6
seng4
zau6
soeng2
lyun5
dik1
soeng1
sou3
遇見的 往往以為找到

People who meet people often think they've found them.

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jyu6
jin6
dik1
wong5
wong5
jyu5
wai6
zaau2
dou3
又化作撲朔的煙霧

It's also a smoke-freeze.

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jau6
faa3
zok3
puk1
sok3
dik1
jin1
mou6
誰又會榮幸到逃離荒島

Who would be so honored to escape from a desert island?

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seoi4
jau6
wui6
wing4
hang6
dou3
tou4
lei4
fong1
dou2
那怕愛情這圈套

It's the fear of love.

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no6
paa3
oi3
cing4
ze5
hyun1
tou3
找一千次早晚會遇到

I'm going to meet you a thousand times.

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zaau2
jat1
cin1
ci3
zou2
maan5
wui6
jyu6
dou3
我信我能夠找到

I believe I can find it.

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ngo5
seon3
ngo5
toi4
gau3
zaau2
dou3
我信我能夠找到

I believe I can find it.

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ngo5
seon3
ngo5
toi4
gau3
zaau2
dou3
恆河沙數誰能廝守終老

Who can keep the sand of the river Them alive?

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hang4
ho2
saa1
sou3
seoi4
toi4
si1
sau3
zung1
lou5
還是有長伴一起的雙數

Or even a long-term pair.

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waan4
si6
jau6
zoeng6
bun6
jat1
hei2
dik1
soeng1
sou3
逝去的 錯愛變成鼓舞

The lost love became the inspiration.

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sai6
heoi3
dik1
laap6
oi3
bin3
seng4
gu2
mou5
就算鑽進了冤枉路

Even if you're going wrong.

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zau6
syun3
zyun1
zeon3
liu4
jyun1
wong2
lou6
無負你 行錯路

You're not lost, you're gone.

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mou4
fu6
nei5
hong6
laap6
lou6
About This Song

The song "" (One Plus One) by (Li Xing Ni) explores the themes of love, longing, and the emotional struggles that accompany the pursuit of meaningful connections. The title itself suggests a desire for companionship and completeness, emphasizing the universal quest for love and the often elusive nature of finding that one special person. The lyrics poetically depict the complex interplay between hope and disillusionment, encapsulating feelings of yearning and the bittersweet experiences of love that many can relate to.

The narrative unfolds through vivid imagery and metaphor, invoking elements of nature like sand in the Ganges River and stars in the vast Milky Way. These metaphors illustrate the idea that love is both beautiful and fragile, with references to unfulfilled desires and the solitary journey of seeking love. The recurrent question of why genuine connection can feel so unattainable highlights the song's central conflict the struggle against loneliness and the desire for partnership. Lines such as "" (searching again and again, why cant I find it) echo the sentiments of confusion and frustration that often accompany romantic endeavors.

Musically, the song combines a melodic pop structure with heartfelt vocal delivery, enhancing its emotional depth. The use of repetition in the lyricsparticularly the phrases reflecting yearningcreates a haunting resonance that invites listeners to reflect on their personal experiences with love. Lyrical techniques such as juxtaposition and vivid imagery are prevalent, forging a rich tapestry of emotions that evoke both sadness and hope. Instrumentally, gentle melodies complement the reflective tone of the lyrics, making it a moving listening experience.

Culturally, "" resonates deeply within the Chinese-speaking world, where themes of love and relationships are often intricately interwoven with notions of fate and destiny, concepts central to Chinese philosophy. The song's exploration of love, hope, and the human condition speaks to a collective emotional landscape, making it relatable across various backgrounds. As the artist navigates the poignant realities of seeking companionship amidst life's challenges, the song reaffirms the enduring resilience of the heart in its pursuit of love.

Song Details
Singer:
李幸倪
Total Lines:
40