真的漢子

By 林子祥

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
成和敗努力嘗試

Success and failure try to

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seng4
wo4
baai6
nou5
lik6
soeng4
si5
人若有志應該不怕遲

If you want to be, you shouldn't be afraid of being late.

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jan4
joek6
jau6
zi3
jing3
goi1
fau2
paa3
zi6
誰人在我未為意

I didn't mean to.

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seoi4
jan4
zoi6
ngo5
mei6
wai6
ji3
成就靠真本事

It's all based on reality.

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seng4
zau6
kaau3
zan1
bun2
si6
做個真的漢子

Be a real man.

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zou6
go3
zan1
dik1
hon3
zi2
承擔起苦痛跟失意

And I'm going to take the pain and the frustration.

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sing4
daam3
hei2
fu2
tung3
gan1
sat1
ji3
投入要我願意

I'm willing to put it into it.

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tau4
jap6
jiu3
ngo5
jyun6
ji3
全力幹要乾的事

It's all about dry.

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cyun4
lik6
hon4
jiu3
kin4
dik1
si6
誰用敵意扮誠意

Whoever pretends to be honest is hostile.

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seoi4
jung6
dik6
ji3
fan5
sing4
ji3
行動算了不必多砌詞

Action is not necessarily a verb.

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hong6
dung6
syun3
liu4
fau2
bit1
do1
cit3
ci4
迷人是這份情意

And that's what's fascinating.

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mai4
jan4
si6
ze5
fan6
cing4
ji3
誰沒有傷心往事

Who hasn't been sad?

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seoi4
mei6
jau6
soeng1
sam1
wong5
si6
人終歸總要死一次

You're going to die.

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jan4
zung1
kwai3
zung2
jiu3
si2
jat1
ci3
無謂要我説道理

I don't need to preach.

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mou4
wai6
jiu3
ngo5
seoi3
dou6
lei5
豪傑也許本瘋子

Houser may have been crazy.

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hou4
git6
jaa5
heoi2
bun2
fung1
zi2
同做個血性男兒

And I was a bloody boy.

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tung4
zou6
go3
hyut3
sing3
naam4
ngai4
願同到世間闖一次

I want to be with the world once again.

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jyun6
tung4
dou3
sai3
haan4
cong3
jat1
ci3
強調靠我兩手創動人故事

I'm going to focus on my two hands.

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koeng5
tiu4
kaau3
ngo5
loeng5
sau2
cong3
dung6
jan4
gu3
si6
成敗也不再猶豫

They won't hesitate to fail.

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seng4
baai6
jaa5
fau2
zoi3
jau4
jyu6
用我的真心真意

And I mean it with all my heart.

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jung6
ngo5
dik1
zan1
sam1
zan1
ji3
懷着鬥志向競爭的圈裏追

And they're fighting to chase the competition.

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waai4
jyu3
dau6
zi3
hoeng3
ging6
zaang1
dik1
hyun1
leoi5
zeoi1
人生有特殊意義

Life has a special meaning.

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jan4
sang1
jau6
dak6
syu4
ji3
ji6
能改變我的際遇

It changed my life.

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toi4
goi2
bin3
ngo5
dik1
zai3
jyu6
能演變動人故事

It's a story of change.

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toi4
jin5
bin3
dung6
jan4
gu3
si6
求獻身維護正義

Dedicated to justice.

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kau4
hin3
jyun4
wai4
wu6
zing3
ji6
About This Song

The song "" (Real Man) by (George Lam) captures the essence of resilience and determination in the face of life's challenges. The lyrics convey a powerful message about striving for success and remaining unfazed by failure. There is a strong emphasis on personal ambition, with the repeated assertion that one should not fear delays or setbacks as long as they possess the will to forge ahead. The emotional core of the song revolves around the idea that true manhood lies in one's ability to shoulder pain, face disappointments, and embrace the journey with full conviction.

The narrative within the song is inspiring and relatable, as it tells the story of an individual who refuses to be defeated by lifes adversities. It highlights the importance of hard work and genuine effort, asserting that accomplishments are achieved through ones skills and dedication rather than mere rhetoric. The lyrics resonate with anyone who has encountered emotional struggles and reflects on the inevitability of pain and loss in life. The call to action encourages listeners to confront challenges directly and to share a collective spirit of bravery and camaraderie among men.

Musically, the song blends traditional Chinese elements with contemporary pop influences, creating a rich, emotive soundscape. The melody is both uplifting and motivating, supporting the boldness of the lyrics through dynamic instrumentation that elevates the overall message. Lyrically, employs a mix of straightforward language and evocative imagery, which enhances the relatability of the text and allows it to capture raw, human emotions effectively. His passionate delivery further amplifies the songs impact, making it a memorable anthem of perseverance.

In the context of Chinese culture, "" taps into deeply entrenched ideals of masculinity, valor, and integrity. The concept of being a "real man" is a significant part of the cultural fabric, wherein personal honor and the ability to endure hardships are highly valued traits. Consequently, the song serves not only as an encouragement for individual resolve but also as a celebration of fraternity and collective strength. In the broader landscape of Asian pop music, this song stands out as a testament to the universal themes of courage and authenticity.

Song Details
Singer:
林子祥
Total Lines:
25
Video:
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