珍惜愛

By 林嘉欣

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
沒找到 甜蜜舊雪糕車

I didn't find the sweet old ice cream cart.

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mei6
zaau2
dou3
tim4
mat6
gau6
syut3
gou1
geoi1
崇光街頭沒有車

There are no cars in the streets.

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sung4
gwong1
gaai1
tau4
mei6
jau6
geoi1
多想 從樓上鋪

I want to get upstairs.

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do1
soeng2
zung6
lau2
soeng6
pou2
發掘愛的古着 補足當天某些

And to explore the old ways of love, to fill in some of the day.

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fat3
gwat6
oi3
dik1
gu2
jyu3
bou2
zuk1
dong3
tin1
mau5
se1
貼身偏欠缺靈魂 二手再未能合襯

They're so soulless, they can't keep their hands together.

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tip3
jyun4
pin1
him3
kyut3
ling4
wan4
ji6
sau2
zoi3
mei6
toi4
ho4
can3
幸福只好再開新

Happiness is a new beginning.

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hang6
fuk1
zi2
hou3
zoi3
hoi1
san1
難和好 重如初 無人開心這結果

It was hard and it was good, and it was as bad as it was, and nobody was happy with it.

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no4
wo4
hou3
zung6
jyu4
co1
mou4
jan4
hoi1
sam1
ze5
lit3
gwo2
誰才對 何人錯 為何要説得清楚

Why convince someone to be right?

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seoi4
coi4
deoi3
ho6
jan4
laap6
wai6
ho6
jiu3
seoi3
dak1
cing1
co2
然而我 能捱過 就算仍然尚愛我

But I can still do it, even if I still love myself.

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jin4
nang4
ngo5
toi4
ngaai4
gwo3
zau6
syun3
jing4
jin4
soeng6
oi3
ngo5
今天不可再對號入座

No more seating today.

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gam1
tin1
fau2
ho2
zoi3
deoi3
hou6
jap6
zo2
不説破 何必當初

It's not possible.

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fau2
seoi3
po3
ho6
bit1
dong3
co1
萬籟夜寂全部給我美白過

The loneliness of the night has made me beautiful.

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maak6
laai6
je6
zik6
cyun4
bou6
kap1
ngo5
mei5
baak6
gwo3
明日不要再白過

Don't say that tomorrow.

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ming4
mik6
fau2
jiu3
zoi3
baak6
gwo3
好的記憶 來換更多

Good memories are more.

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hou3
dik1
gei3
jik1
loi6
wun6
gang3
do1
重和好 難如初 無人喜歡這痛楚

It's hard, and nobody likes it.

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zung6
wo4
hou3
no4
jyu4
co1
mou4
jan4
hei2
fun1
ze5
tung3
co2
為何你 還難過 重提我愛得太傻

Why do you have such a hard time stressing that I love you too much?

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wai6
ho6
nei5
waan4
no4
gwo3
zung6
tai4
ngo5
oi3
dak1
taai3
so4
然而我 能捱過 就算仍然尚愛我

But I can still do it, even if I still love myself.

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jin4
nang4
ngo5
toi4
ngaai4
gwo3
zau6
syun3
jing4
jin4
soeng6
oi3
ngo5
祝福今晚過後

Blessings after tonight.

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zuk1
fuk1
gam1
maan5
gwo3
hau6
明日當碰上簇新雪糕車的我

Tomorrow, when you hit me at the new ice cream truck,

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ming4
mik6
dong3
pung3
soeng6
zuk6
san1
syut3
gou1
geoi1
dik1
ngo5
好好繼續探戈

That's good to go on tangos.

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hou3
hou3
gai3
zuk6
taam3
gwo1
分手的那句話

The sentence that divides.

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fan6
sau2
dik1
no6
gau1
waa6
祈望一聲真的珍惜 愛過

Praying is really appreciated and loved.

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kei4
mong6
jat1
sing1
zan1
dik1
zan1
sik1
oi3
gwo3
About This Song

The song "" (Cherish Love) by Lin Gah-Hsin delves into the complexities of love, longing, and the bittersweet nature of relationships. At its core, the emotional weight of the song is centered on the nostalgia for a love that has faded over time but remains cherished. The lyrics poetically express a sense of yearning for the simplicity and sweetness of past loves, symbolized by the metaphor of an ice cream cart, which evokes memories of warmth and affection. This sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the pain of separation, the struggle to move on, and the reflection on what it means to truly cherish love.

Narratively, the song presents a story of introspection and acceptance. The speaker grapples with the remnants of a romance that once brought joy, confronting the feelings of loneliness that come from a relationship's end. Theres an acknowledgment of the difficulty in understanding who was right or wrong, leading to a philosophical acceptance that clarity may never fully arrive. Instead of wallowing in sorrow, the protagonist seeks solace in the idea that love, even when it falters, must be valued for its beauty and lessons.

Musically, "" incorporates a blend of gentle instrumentals that complement its reflective lyrics. The melodic structure supports the song's tender themes, as soothing harmonies evoke feelings of melancholy yet hope. Notable lyrical techniques include the use of vivid imagery (such as the old ice cream cart and the quietness of the night) which captures the listeners imagination and leads to a sense of empathy with the speakers plight. The repetition of phrases enhances emotional intensity, inviting listeners to join in the reflective journey.

Culturally, this song resonates with listeners who have experienced the nuances of love and loss, particularly in contexts where expressions of emotional vulnerability are significant. It speaks to a universal truth, transcending language barriers, about the human experience of cherishing moments even as they come to an end. By embracing both the sweetness and the pain of love, Lin Gah-Hsins "" serves as a poignant reminder of the beauty found in fleeting connections.

Song Details
Singer:
林嘉欣
Total Lines:
22