視而不見

By 林嘉欣

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
曾共你面碰面共你面對面

We've met face to face.

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zang1
gung6
nei5
min2
pung3
min2
gung6
nei5
min2
deoi3
min2
在某天還要3點傾到7點

And one day, we have to talk at 3:00 and 7:00.

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zoi6
mau5
tin1
waan4
jiu3
dim2
king1
dou3
dim2
曾共你食冷麪共你坐對面

You've been sitting across from each other, eating cold.

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zang1
gung6
nei5
zi6
laang5
min6
gung6
nei5
zo6
deoi3
min2
望半天還喝酒喝多了一點

I'm looking forward to half a day of drinking a little more.

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mong6
bun3
tin1
waan4
jit3
zau2
jit3
do1
liu4
jat1
dim2
一心要跟蹤你便扮作遇見

You're going to follow them and pretend to meet them.

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jat1
sam1
jiu3
gan1
zung1
nei5
pin4
fan5
zok3
jyu6
jin6
心中有話要説一遍

I had to preach again.

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sam1
zung1
jau6
waa6
jiu3
seoi3
jat1
pin3
卻是無法 同你 講一遍

I can't talk to you again.

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koek3
si6
mou4
fat3
tung4
nei5
gong2
jat1
pin3
然後你像發現 望見後我便

And then you see, and you see, I'm a dick.

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jin4
hau6
nei5
zoeng6
fat3
jin6
mong6
jin6
hau6
ngo5
pin4
扮看天 還看星會足夠消遣

Pretending to look at the sky and the stars is fun enough.

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fan5
hon3
tin1
waan4
hon3
sing1
wui6
zuk1
gau3
siu1
hin2
誰料你未削麪 像素未碰面

Who would have thought you hadn't cut the graph, the pixels hadn't touched each other?

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seoi4
liu6
nei5
mei6
soek3
min6
zoeng6
sou3
mei6
pung3
min2
在那天還看出了真太膚淺

And I saw the real skin that day.

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zoi6
no6
tin1
waan4
hon3
ceot1
liu4
zan1
taai3
fu1
zin1
不需要心急見面 是近或遠

It's not about being in a hurry, near or far.

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fau2
seoi1
jiu3
sam1
gap1
jin6
min2
si6
kan5
waak6
jyun6
終歸有人會再看得見

And eventually, someone will see it again.

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zung1
kwai3
jau6
jan4
wui6
zoi3
hon3
dak1
jin6
不退後就能遇見絕處蓬源

And you can find a source of nowhere.

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fau2
teoi3
hau6
zau6
toi4
jyu6
jin6
zyut6
syu3
pung4
jyun4
曾天天偷看着你原無運氣一直在逃避

I've been watching you, you're so unlucky, you're running away.

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zang1
tin1
tin1
tau1
hon3
jyu3
nei5
jyun5
mou4
wan6
hei3
jat1
zik6
zoi6
tou4
bei6
就算我太輕微 若然還遇上別要退避

Even if I was too small, I would have to retreat.

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zau6
syun3
ngo5
taai3
hing1
mei4
joek6
jin4
waan4
jyu6
soeng6
bit6
jiu3
teoi3
bei6
還天天偷看着你原無運氣一直在原地

I've been watching you day and night, and you've been so unlucky.

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waan4
tin1
tin1
tau1
hon3
jyu3
nei5
jyun5
mou4
wan6
hei3
jat1
zik6
zoi6
jyun5
deng6
但你故意抽離 沒理我多番生氣

But you pulled out of it on purpose, ignoring me for being so angry.

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daan6
nei5
gu3
ji3
cau1
lei4
mei6
lei5
ngo5
do1
pun1
sang1
hei3
然後你像發現 望見後我便

And then you see, and you see, I'm a dick.

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jin4
hau6
nei5
zoeng6
fat3
jin6
mong6
jin6
hau6
ngo5
pin4
扮看天 還看星會足夠消遣

Pretending to look at the sky and the stars is fun enough.

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fan5
hon3
tin1
waan4
hon3
sing1
wui6
zuk1
gau3
siu1
hin2
誰料你未削麪 像素未碰面

Who would have thought you hadn't cut the graph, the pixels hadn't touched each other?

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seoi4
liu6
nei5
mei6
soek3
min6
zoeng6
sou3
mei6
pung3
min2
在那天還看出了真太膚淺

And I saw the real skin that day.

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zoi6
no6
tin1
waan4
hon3
ceot1
liu4
zan1
taai3
fu1
zin1
不需要心急見面 是近或遠

It's not about being in a hurry, near or far.

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fau2
seoi1
jiu3
sam1
gap1
jin6
min2
si6
kan5
waak6
jyun6
終歸有人會再看得見

And eventually, someone will see it again.

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zung1
kwai3
jau6
jan4
wui6
zoi3
hon3
dak1
jin6
不退後就能遇見絕處蓬源

And you can find a source of nowhere.

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fau2
teoi3
hau6
zau6
toi4
jyu6
jin6
zyut6
syu3
pung4
jyun4
曾天天偷看着你原無運氣一直在逃避

I've been watching you, you're so unlucky, you're running away.

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zang1
tin1
tin1
tau1
hon3
jyu3
nei5
jyun5
mou4
wan6
hei3
jat1
zik6
zoi6
tou4
bei6
就算我太輕微 若然還遇上別要退避

Even if I was too small, I would have to retreat.

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zau6
syun3
ngo5
taai3
hing1
mei4
joek6
jin4
waan4
jyu6
soeng6
bit6
jiu3
teoi3
bei6
還天天偷看着你原無運氣一直在原地

I've been watching you day and night, and you've been so unlucky.

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waan4
tin1
tin1
tau1
hon3
jyu3
nei5
jyun5
mou4
wan6
hei3
jat1
zik6
zoi6
jyun5
deng6
但你故意抽離 沒理我多番生氣

But you pulled out of it on purpose, ignoring me for being so angry.

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daan6
nei5
gu3
ji3
cau1
lei4
mei6
lei5
ngo5
do1
pun1
sang1
hei3
曾天天偷看着你原無運氣一直在逃避

I've been watching you, you're so unlucky, you're running away.

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zang1
tin1
tin1
tau1
hon3
jyu3
nei5
jyun5
mou4
wan6
hei3
jat1
zik6
zoi6
tou4
bei6
就算我太輕微 若然還遇上別要退避

Even if I was too small, I would have to retreat.

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zau6
syun3
ngo5
taai3
hing1
mei4
joek6
jin4
waan4
jyu6
soeng6
bit6
jiu3
teoi3
bei6
還天天偷看着你原無運氣一直在原地

I've been watching you day and night, and you've been so unlucky.

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waan4
tin1
tin1
tau1
hon3
jyu3
nei5
jyun5
mou4
wan6
hei3
jat1
zik6
zoi6
jyun5
deng6
但你故意抽離 沒理我多番生氣

But you pulled out of it on purpose, ignoring me for being so angry.

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daan6
nei5
gu3
ji3
cau1
lei4
mei6
lei5
ngo5
do1
pun1
sang1
hei3
別再笑我出奇 自制這一出好戲

Don't make me laugh anymore, and I'm surprised you've made this a great movie.

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bit6
zoi3
siu3
ngo5
ceot1
kei4
zi6
zai3
ze5
jat1
ceot1
hou3
hei3
About This Song

The song "" ("Blind to See") by Lin Jiaxin dives deep into themes of unrequited love and the complex emotions that accompany longing and missed connections. At its core, the lyrics express the internal struggles of an individual who is enamored with someone yet feels trapped by circumstance and their own hesitations. The emotional weight of the song is expertly woven through imagery of fleeting encounters and the desire for closeness, while underscoring a sense of helplessness when faced with the inability to express feelings fully.

The narrative unfolds as the protagonist reflects on bittersweet moments shared with a love interestscenes that range from casual meetings over meals to the awkwardness of unreciprocated emotions. The overarching message is one of resignation and hope; despite the physical distance and emotional barriers, there remains a yearning for a connection that feels both near and far. The lyrics capture the essence of longing beautifully, portraying both the thrill of affection and the pang of absence, ultimately revealing how love can sometimes remain 'blind' despite one's attempts to see and understand it.

Musically, "" employs a gentle yet poignant melody that complements the lyrical narrative. The blend of soft instrumental backing enhances the introspective quality of the song, while the rhythmic structure mirrors the ebb and flow of the emotional tension described in the lyrics. Lin Jiaxin's vocal delivery is delicate yet powerful, conveying vulnerability that resonates with listeners. Lyrically, the use of metaphors and vivid imagery deepens the auditory experience, allowing fans to visualize the scenes and emotions being portrayed.

Culturally, this song touches on universal experiences of love and longing, which transcends language barriers, making it relatable to a wide audience. In contemporary society, where relationships often navigate through complexities and 'missed connections', the songs exploration of these themes speaks to the experiences of many. Lin Jiaxins work continues to echo insights into personal relationships, powered by thoughtful lyricism and emotional depth, contributing to an ever-growing discourse on love and connection in modern music.

Song Details
Singer:
林嘉欣
Total Lines:
34