鏡子説

By 林一峯

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
讓我今晚躲起來 好好想清楚

Let me hide out tonight and think about it.

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joeng6
ngo5
gam1
maan5
do2
hei2
loi6
hou3
hou3
soeng2
cing1
co2
昨天怎麼過 明天該怎麼過

What was yesterday? What will be tomorrow?

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zok6
tin1
fim2
mo5
gwo3
ming4
tin1
goi1
fim2
mo5
gwo3
今天得到失去幾多

How much we've lost today.

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gam1
tin1
dak1
dou3
sat1
heoi3
gei2
do1
但我真的想不起來 多久未平靜過

But I really don't want to get up and not be quiet for long.

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daan6
ngo5
zan1
dik1
soeng2
fau2
hei2
loi6
do1
gau2
mei6
ping4
zing6
gwo3
曾經爭取過 曾經也灰心過

I've fought and I've been disappointed.

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zang1
ging1
zaang1
ceoi2
gwo3
zang1
ging1
jaa5
fui1
sam1
gwo3
但我繼續前行 無堅不摧的走過

But I kept going, and I went through it unhindered.

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daan6
ngo5
gai3
zuk6
cin4
hong6
mou4
gin1
fau2
ceoi4
dik1
zau2
gwo3
故事完了 感觸感受偏躲不過

It's over, and the feeling is just a little bit hidden.

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gu3
si6
jyun4
liu4
gam2
zuk1
gam2
sau6
pin1
do2
fau2
gwo3
未放手 可過濾真心未輸過

I didn't give up, I didn't lose my heart.

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mei6
fong3
sau2
ho2
gwo3
zan1
sam1
mei6
syu1
gwo3
人事會過 情事會過 讓我撿起碎片

People go through, things go through, and I pick up the pieces.

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jan4
si6
wui6
gwo3
cing4
si6
wui6
gwo3
joeng6
ngo5
gaan2
hei2
seoi3
pin3
不受傷那算活過 最終一切也是我

I survived without being hurt, and I was all that was left.

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fau2
sau6
soeng1
no6
syun3
wut6
gwo3
zeoi3
zung1
jat1
cit3
jaa5
si6
ngo5
幾多的聲音統統叮囑要放手

How many noises do you need to control?

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gei2
do1
dik1
sing1
jam1
tung2
tung2
ding1
zuk1
jiu3
fong3
sau2
幾多的心思統統花光不追究

How many mindsets are not following the light.

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gei2
do1
dik1
sam1
soi1
tung2
tung2
waa6
gwong1
fau2
zeoi1
gau3
傷口始終會結焦

The wound will burn.

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soeng1
hau2
ci2
zung1
wui6
lit3
ziu1
想守總有道理 想走總有藉口

And if you want to be right, if you want to leave, you always have an excuse.

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soeng2
sau3
zung2
jau6
dou6
lei5
soeng2
zau2
zung2
jau6
ze6
hau2
幾多的關心統統都不會插手

A few of the care systems don't interfere.

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gei2
do1
dik1
gwaan1
sam1
tung2
tung2
dou1
fau2
wui6
caap3
sau2
幾多的犧牲灰飛煙滅消失透

The ashes of the sacrifices are gone.

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gei2
do1
dik1
hei1
sang1
fui1
fei1
jin1
mit6
siu1
sat1
tau3
如果堅守變強求又如何

What if we persist and become stronger?

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jyu4
gwo2
gin1
sau3
bin3
koeng5
kau4
jau6
jyu4
ho6
還是要傾出所有

Or to talk about it all.

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waan4
si6
jiu3
king1
ceot1
so2
jau6
讓鏡子不慌不忙 映出雪亮雙眼

Keep the mirror in motion, and it'll show off the snow.

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joeng6
geng3
zi2
fau2
fong2
fau2
mong4
joeng2
ceot1
syut3
loeng6
soeng1
ngaan5
誰替我開心過 誰替我傷心過

Who's happy for me? Who's sorry for me?

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seoi4
tai3
ngo5
hoi1
sam1
gwo3
seoi4
tai3
ngo5
soeng1
sam1
gwo3
清晰一切知道更多

Clearly, everything knows more.

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cing1
sik1
jat1
cit3
zi3
dou6
gang3
do1
面對多少忐忑艱難 問問為何是我

And how hard it is to face it, and ask yourself, why am I?

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min2
deoi3
do1
siu3
taan2
tik1
gaan1
no4
man6
man6
wai6
ho6
si6
ngo5
要感激這一切 成長要經洗禮

To be grateful for all this, to grow, to be baptized.

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jiu3
gam2
gik1
ze5
jat1
cit3
seng4
zoeng6
jiu3
ging1
sin2
lai5
讓我繼續前行 無堅不摧的走過

Let me go on, and I'll be unstoppable.

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joeng6
ngo5
gai3
zuk6
cin4
hong6
mou4
gin1
fau2
ceoi4
dik1
zau2
gwo3
幾多的聲音統統叮囑要放手

How many noises do you need to control?

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gei2
do1
dik1
sing1
jam1
tung2
tung2
ding1
zuk1
jiu3
fong3
sau2
幾多的心思統統花光不追究

How many mindsets are not following the light.

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gei2
do1
dik1
sam1
soi1
tung2
tung2
waa6
gwong1
fau2
zeoi1
gau3
傷口始終會結焦

The wound will burn.

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soeng1
hau2
ci2
zung1
wui6
lit3
ziu1
想守總有道理 想走總有藉口

And if you want to be right, if you want to leave, you always have an excuse.

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soeng2
sau3
zung2
jau6
dou6
lei5
soeng2
zau2
zung2
jau6
ze6
hau2
幾多的關心統統都不會插手

A few of the care systems don't interfere.

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gei2
do1
dik1
gwaan1
sam1
tung2
tung2
dou1
fau2
wui6
caap3
sau2
幾多的犧牲灰飛煙滅消失透

The ashes of the sacrifices are gone.

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gei2
do1
dik1
hei1
sang1
fui1
fei1
jin1
mit6
siu1
sat1
tau3
如果堅守變強求又如何

What if we persist and become stronger?

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jyu4
gwo2
gin1
sau3
bin3
koeng5
kau4
jau6
jyu4
ho6
幾多的聲音統統叮囑要放手

How many noises do you need to control?

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gei2
do1
dik1
sing1
jam1
tung2
tung2
ding1
zuk1
jiu3
fong3
sau2
幾多的心思統統花光不追究

How many mindsets are not following the light.

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gei2
do1
dik1
sam1
soi1
tung2
tung2
waa6
gwong1
fau2
zeoi1
gau3
傷口始終會結焦

The wound will burn.

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soeng1
hau2
ci2
zung1
wui6
lit3
ziu1
想守總有道理 想走總有藉口

And if you want to be right, if you want to leave, you always have an excuse.

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soeng2
sau3
zung2
jau6
dou6
lei5
soeng2
zau2
zung2
jau6
ze6
hau2
幾多的關心統統都不會插手

A few of the care systems don't interfere.

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gei2
do1
dik1
gwaan1
sam1
tung2
tung2
dou1
fau2
wui6
caap3
sau2
幾多的犧牲灰飛煙滅消失透

The ashes of the sacrifices are gone.

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gei2
do1
dik1
hei1
sang1
fui1
fei1
jin1
mit6
siu1
sat1
tau3
如果堅守變強求又如何

What if we persist and become stronger?

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jyu4
gwo2
gin1
sau3
bin3
koeng5
kau4
jau6
jyu4
ho6
還是要傾出所有

Or to talk about it all.

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waan4
si6
jiu3
king1
ceot1
so2
jau6
如果堅守到最後只得我

If I stick to it, I'll be the only one.

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jyu4
gwo2
gin1
sau3
dou3
zeoi3
hau6
zi2
dak1
ngo5
期望鏡內人可睇透

And expect people inside the mirror to see through it.

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kei4
mong6
geng3
noi6
jan4
ho2
dai6
tau3
讓我今晚躲起來 好好想清楚

Let me hide out tonight and think about it.

Click each character to hear its pronunciation:

joeng6
ngo5
gam1
maan5
do2
hei2
loi6
hou3
hou3
soeng2
cing1
co2
About This Song

The song "" ("The Mirror Says") by explores profound themes of self-reflection, emotional turmoil, and resilience. At its core, the song delves into the struggle of coming to terms with past experiences and the uncertainty of future choices. It captures the feeling of being overwhelmed by life's complexities and the urge to pause and assess personal growth amidst adversities. The lyrics convey a sense of introspection, where the narrator questions the decisions made while contemplating the weight of emotional scars that linger from past relationships and experiences.

Throughout the narrative, the song tells a story of resilience, illustrating the journey of acknowledging pain while simultaneously striving to move forward. The protagonist experiences the push and pull of wanting to let go of the past yet feeling compelled to hold on to lessons learned. The repeated imagery of the mirror serves as a metaphor for self-examination and clarity, encouraging listeners to face their innermost anxieties head-on. The idea that growth often comes through enduring challenging episodes is effectively communicated, creating an emotive backdrop that resonates with anyone on a path of self-discovery.

Musically, "" features a blend of poignant melodies and thoughtful chord progressions, enhancing the reflective nature of the lyrics. employs lyrical repetition to emphasize the cyclical thoughts of letting go and holding on, which adds a rhythmic quality that underscores the emotional weight of the song. The music builds in a way that mirrors the tumultuous journey of the lyrics, fostering a connection with the audience as they are drawn into the complex emotions encapsulated within the track.

Culturally, this song has a significant resonance in contemporary Chinese music, reflecting the broader societal conversations around mental health, self-awareness, and personal growth. In a fast-paced world where individuals often feel pressured to conform to societal expectations, "" serves as a reminder of the importance of introspection and understanding oneself. The song embodies the spirit of seeking clarity and strength in vulnerability, making it a culturally relevant piece that speaks to the universal human experience of navigating life's uncertainties.

Song Details
Singer:
林一峯
Total Lines:
42