小木偶的話

By 林師傑

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
曾笑着説 曾喊着説

He laughed and he cried.

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zang1
siu3
jyu3
seoi3
zang1
ham6
jyu3
seoi3
説謊已不經意自然

It's not natural to lie.

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seoi3
fong2
ji5
fau2
ging1
ji3
zi6
jin4
人似木偶 重複悔疚

People are like puppets, and they're constantly regretting.

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jan4
ci5
muk6
ngau5
zung6
fuk6
fui3
gau3
説謊去歪曲了自由

They distort freedom by lying.

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seoi3
fong2
heoi3
waai1
kuk1
liu4
zi6
jau4
如木偶在説話開了口

It's like a puppet opening its mouth in a sermon.

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jyu4
muk6
ngau5
zoi6
seoi3
waa6
hoi1
liu4
hau2
自制謊話要求

Self-control is a requirement.

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zi6
zai3
fong2
waa6
jiu3
kau4
無論結局會幸福與否

Whether it's going to be happy or not.

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mou4
leon6
lit3
guk6
wui6
hang6
fuk1
jyu6
pei5
直説坦白因由

The truth is,

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zik6
seoi3
taan2
baak6
jan1
jau4
無謂故事最後得到這內疚

And the story ends up in this box.

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mou4
wai6
gu3
si6
zeoi3
hau6
dak1
dou3
ze5
noi6
gau3
還有沒有 純真密友

There are no true friends left.

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waan4
jau6
mei6
jau6
tyun4
zan1
mat6
jau5
瞭解我這一塊木頭

I know this piece of wood.

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liu5
haai5
ngo5
ze5
jat1
faai3
muk6
tau4
曾似木偶 時刻內疚

It was like a puppet, and it was a momentary moment.

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zang1
ci5
muk6
ngau5
si4
hak1
noi6
gau3
變尖了這一個鼻頭

And this one of the nostrils is pointed.

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bin3
zim1
liu4
ze5
jat1
go3
bei6
tau4
如木偶在説話開了口

It's like a puppet opening its mouth in a sermon.

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jyu4
muk6
ngau5
zoi6
seoi3
waa6
hoi1
liu4
hau2
習慣説話輕浮

They're used to being lighthearted.

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zap6
gwaan3
seoi3
waa6
hing1
fau4
逃避責任會念出借口

And to avoid responsibility is to miss an excuse.

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tou4
bei6
zaak3
jam6
wui6
nim6
ceot1
ze3
hau2
就以謊話保留

And they kept it to themselves.

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zau6
jyu5
fong2
waa6
bou2
lau4
其實結局會幸福與否

It's actually going to be happy or not.

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kei4
sat6
lit3
guk6
wui6
hang6
fuk1
jyu6
pei5
從犯錯心態再深刻參透 盼可自救

We need to get back to the basics of our own thinking and hope for salvation.

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zung6
faan6
laap6
sam1
taai3
zoi3
sam1
hak1
sam1
tau3
paan3
ho2
zi6
gau3
liu5 gaai2 ngo5 ze5 jat1 faai3 muk6 tau4

liu5 gaai2 ngo5 ze5 jat1 faai3 muk6 tau4

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cang4 ci5 muk6 ngau5 si4 hak1 noi6 gau3

Cang4 ci5 muk6 ngau5 si4 hak1 noi6 gau3

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bin3 zim1 liu5 ze5 jat1 go3 bei6 tau4

Bin3 zim1 liu5 ze5 jat1 go3 bei6 tau4

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變尖了這一個鼻頭

And this one of the nostrils is pointed.

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bin3
zim1
liu4
ze5
jat1
go3
bei6
tau4
zaap6 gwaan3 syut3 waa6 hing1/heng1 fau4

ZAP6 GAN3 Syut3 Waa6 hing1/heng1 fau4

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tou4 bei6 zaak3 jam6 wui nim6 ceot1 ze3 hau2

I'm going to try to get a new one.

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zau6 ji5 fong1 waa6 bou2 lau4

ZU6 ji5 fong1 waa6 bou2 lau4

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kei4 sat6 git3 guk6 wui hang6 fuk1 jyu5 fau2

kei 4 sat 6 git 3 guk 6 wui hang 6 fuk 1 jyu 5 fau 2

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cung4 faan6/faan2 co3/cok3 sam1 taai3 zoi3 sam1 hak1 caam1 tau3 paan3 ho2 zi6 gau3

Cung4 faan6/faan2 co3/cok3 sam1 tai3 zoi3 sam1 hak1 caam1 tau3 paan3 ho2 zi6 gau3

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傳説木偶 傳説木偶

Preach the puppets. Preach the puppets.

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zyun6
seoi3
muk6
ngau5
zyun6
seoi3
muk6
ngau5
最終也得到了自由 樂透

And finally, we got free, the lottery.

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zeoi3
zung1
jaa5
dak1
dou3
liu4
zi6
jau4
ngok6
tau3
About This Song

The song "" (The Talk of the Puppet) by (Lin Shijie) centers around the theme of deception and the loss of innocence, metaphorically comparing human experiences to that of a puppet. The emotional core of the song is rooted in feelings of guilt and the struggle for authenticity amidst a world where lies can distort one's freedom and sense of self. The imagery of puppetry serves to illustrate how individuals can feel manipulated or controlled by their own choices and the societal pressures that drive them to fabricate their truths.

The narrative unfolds an inner dialogue of regret and self-reflection, where the protagonist grapples with the consequences of their deceitful actions. The lyrics poignantly express the conflict of wanting to be truthful while succumbing to the ease of evasion through lies. The repeated motif of the 'puppet' symbolizes not only personal frailty but also a broader commentary on the human condition; we often play roles dictated by external expectations, leading to a profound sense of disillusionment.

Musically, the song incorporates a mixture of poignant melodies accompanied by harmonious arrangements that evoke a sense of nostalgia. Lyrical techniques such as repetition and metaphorical language enrich the storytelling, allowing listeners to immerse themselves in the protagonist's emotional turmoil. Key phrases in the lyrics, such as the transformation of the puppets nose reflecting the depth of guilt, serve as vivid visuals that resonate deeply with audiences.

From a cultural perspective, the song can be seen as a reflection on the pressures faced by individuals in contemporary society. The use of the puppet metaphor resonates particularly within Asian cultures where traditional values often emphasize harmony and the avoidance of conflict. In this light, the song not only entertains but also invites listeners to consider the authenticity of their relationships and the cost of social facades. "" encourages a reevaluation of the narratives we construct in our lives, urging a return to sincerity and genuine connection.

Song Details
Singer:
林師傑
Total Lines:
30