本身的用處

By 林欣彤

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
一雙手 擺出優雅舞姿

One hand, and a very elegant dance.

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jat1
soeng1
sau2
baai2
ceot1
jau1
ngaa5
mou5
zi1
一張紙 一支筆 畫下浪漫主義

A piece of paper, a pen, and a picture of romance.

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jat1
zoeng3
zi2
jat1
zi1
bat1
waak6
haa6
long4
maan4
zyu2
ji6
一支棍 打出緊湊拍子

A stick is playing a beat.

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jat1
zi1
gwan3
ding2
ceot1
gan2
cau3
paak2
zi2
又有一人埋頭種樹

And then someone planted a tree.

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jau6
jau6
jat1
jan4
maai4
tau4
zung3
syu6
一卷菲林可勾起都市覺知

A philanthropic book can raise awareness of cities.

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jat1
gyun2
fei2
lam4
ho2
ngau1
hei2
dou1
si5
gok3
zi3
一朝早 一跑圈 造就運動戰士

One morning, a race circuit created a sports warrior.

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jat1
zyu1
zou2
jat1
paau4
hyun1
zou6
zau6
wan6
dung6
zin3
si6
一禱告 分享天國意思

A prayer to share the meaning of heaven.

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jat1
tou2
guk1
fan6
hoeng2
tin1
gwok3
ji3
soi1
又有一人食完就會識煮

And then someone else can cook.

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jau6
jau6
jat1
jan4
zi6
jyun4
zau6
wui6
zi3
zyu2
呢班人 才華只有我知

I know only one of these people is talented.

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ni1
baan1
jan4
coi4
waa6
zi2
jau6
ngo5
zi3
孭書包返班房 日日背默生字

I packed my books in the classroom and I kept saying it every day.

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me1
syu1
baau1
faan1
baan1
pong4
mik6
mik6
bui6
mak6
sang1
zi6
分級試 先生逼你揭書

The teacher forces you to open the book.

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fan6
kap1
si5
sin3
sang1
bik1
nei5
kit3
syu1
我的志願 得個寫字

My volunteer got the writing.

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ngo5
dik1
zi3
jyun6
dak1
go3
se2
zi6
偏門一些都彷彿高壓禁止

Some of the doors are like high-pressure shutdowns.

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pin1
mun4
jat1
se1
dou1
pong4
fat1
gou1
ngaat3
gam3
zi2
揀好科 揀好工 儘量避免差異

Choose the right subject, choose the right job, and avoid the differences.

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gaan2
hou3
fo1
gaan2
hou3
gung1
zeon2
loeng6
bei6
min5
co1
ji6
玩複製 玩跟隊我會輸

Playing with the team, I'm going to lose.

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waan2
fuk6
zai3
waan2
gan1
zeoi6
ngo5
wui6
syu1
望見慘淡命運

Looking forward to the tragic fate.

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mong6
jin6
caam2
taam4
ming6
wan6
誰來伴我走

Who's going with me?

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seoi4
loi6
bun6
ngo5
zau2
走出去 試一次

Go out and try it.

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zau2
ceot1
heoi3
si5
jat1
ci3
換稱身的新衣

Change your name.

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wun6
can3
jyun4
dik1
san1
ji3
天一光 可否找個藉口

Can you find an excuse?

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tin1
jat1
gwong1
ho2
pei5
zaau2
go3
ze6
hau2
不分高低尊卑 劈爛路上荒謬

It's ridiculous to be on the road to decadence.

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fau2
fan6
gou1
dai1
zyun1
bei1
pik1
laan6
lou6
soeng6
fong1
mau6
本身我 不須交到你手

I don't have to hand myself over to you.

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bun2
jyun4
ngo5
fau2
seoi1
gaau1
dou3
nei5
sau2
讓我空前同時絕後

Let me just go at the same time.

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joeng6
ngo5
hung3
cin4
tung4
si4
zyut6
hau6
想玩的東西舉手不要怕醜

Don't be afraid to play with something ugly.

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soeng2
waan2
dik1
dung1
sai1
geoi2
sau2
fau2
jiu3
paa3
cau2
一首歌 一支咪 就是未來天后

One song, one microphone, is the future.

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jat1
sau3
go1
jat1
zi1
mui1
zau6
si6
mei6
loi6
tin1
hau6
青春到 光陰足夠你偷

Youth is the age of stealing.

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cing1
ceon1
dou3
gwong1
jam3
zuk1
gau3
nei5
tau1
讓你急停問問

Let me ask you a question.

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joeng6
nei5
gap1
ting4
man6
man6
誰來伴我走

Who's going with me?

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seoi4
loi6
bun6
ngo5
zau2
走出去 試一次

Go out and try it.

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zau2
ceot1
heoi3
si5
jat1
ci3
換稱身的新衣 上陣再劇鬥

I changed my name to the new dress and went back to the game.

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wun6
can3
jyun4
dik1
san1
ji3
soeng6
zan6
zoi3
kek6
dau6
飛出去 試一次

Fly out and try.

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fei1
ceot1
heoi3
si5
jat1
ci3
為了精彩點子怪異構思

And for the amazing thing,

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wai6
liu4
zing1
coi2
dim2
zi2
gwaai3
ji6
kau3
soi1
機不可失 一世要癲一次

It's not going to go away. It's going to go away.

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gei1
fau2
ho2
sat1
jat1
sai3
jiu3
din1
jat1
ci3
外面藐視我大志 心裏面反擊一千次

Outwardly, I despised my greatness, and in my heart, I fought back a thousand times.

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oi6
min2
mok6
si6
ngo5
taai3
zi3
sam1
leoi5
min2
faan3
gik1
jat1
cin1
ci3
就算高不可攀 起碼要攀一次

Even if you don't want to be high, you have to be high.

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zau6
syun3
gou1
fau2
ho2
paan1
hei2
maa5
jiu3
paan1
jat1
ci3
活着有沒有用意

Are you ready to live?

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wut6
jyu3
jau6
mei6
jau6
jung6
ji3
當我在虔誠做夢最後我會知

When I finally dream of godliness, I'll know.

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dong3
ngo5
zoi6
kin4
sing4
zou6
mung6
zeoi3
hau6
ngo5
wui6
zi3
誰來伴我走

Who's going with me?

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seoi4
loi6
bun6
ngo5
zau2
走出去 試一次

Go out and try it.

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zau2
ceot1
heoi3
si5
jat1
ci3
換稱身的新衣 上陣再劇鬥

I changed my name to the new dress and went back to the game.

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wun6
can3
jyun4
dik1
san1
ji3
soeng6
zan6
zoi3
kek6
dau6
飛出去 試一次

Fly out and try.

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fei1
ceot1
heoi3
si5
jat1
ci3
為了精彩點子怪異構思

And for the amazing thing,

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wai6
liu4
zing1
coi2
dim2
zi2
gwaai3
ji6
kau3
soi1
機不可失 一世要癲一次

It's not going to go away. It's going to go away.

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gei1
fau2
ho2
sat1
jat1
sai3
jiu3
din1
jat1
ci3
外面藐視我大志 心裏面反擊一千次

Outwardly, I despised my greatness, and in my heart, I fought back a thousand times.

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oi6
min2
mok6
si6
ngo5
taai3
zi3
sam1
leoi5
min2
faan3
gik1
jat1
cin1
ci3
就算高不可攀 起碼要攀一次

Even if you don't want to be high, you have to be high.

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zau6
syun3
gou1
fau2
ho2
paan1
hei2
maa5
jiu3
paan1
jat1
ci3
活着有沒有用意

Are you ready to live?

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wut6
jyu3
jau6
mei6
jau6
jung6
ji3
當我在虔誠做夢最後我會知

When I finally dream of godliness, I'll know.

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dong3
ngo5
zoi6
kin4
sing4
zou6
mung6
zeoi3
hau6
ngo5
wui6
zi3
機不可失 一世要癲一次

It's not going to go away. It's going to go away.

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gei1
fau2
ho2
sat1
jat1
sai3
jiu3
din1
jat1
ci3
本身我 不須交到你手

I don't have to hand myself over to you.

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bun2
jyun4
ngo5
fau2
seoi1
gaau1
dou3
nei5
sau2
為我生存尋回意義

I've found meaning in my life.

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wai6
ngo5
sang1
cyun4
cam4
wui4
ji3
ji6
就算高不可攀 起碼要攀一次

Even if you don't want to be high, you have to be high.

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zau6
syun3
gou1
fau2
ho2
paan1
hei2
maa5
jiu3
paan1
jat1
ci3
本身我 不須交到你手

I don't have to hand myself over to you.

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bun2
jyun4
ngo5
fau2
seoi1
gaau1
dou3
nei5
sau2
為我生存尋回我的宗旨

To survive and find my purpose.

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wai6
ngo5
sang1
cyun4
cam4
wui4
ngo5
dik1
zung1
zi2
About This Song

The song "" ("The Purpose of Being") by (Lam Sin Tung) encapsulates a powerful message about self-discovery, individuality, and the pursuit of one's passions in a society that often imposes restrictions. The emotional core of the song resonates with listeners through a deep affirmation of personal worth and the courage to pursue one's dreams despite societal pressures. The lyrics address the journey of finding one's unique role and purpose, opposing the monotony of an imposed academic and professional path, which is symbolized by lines that evoke images of students studying and fretting over grades and expectations.

In terms of narrative, the song tells the story of a protagonist who reflects on various roles individuals play in lifefrom graceful dancers to meticulous artists and dedicated sportspeople. There is a call to action embedded in the lyrics, urging listeners to break free from social norms and try new experiences. Lines highlighting the importance of taking chances, experiencing setbacks, and ultimately seeking self-fulfillment emphasize the true essence of living. The repeated urge to step out and 'try it once' acts as a motif throughout the piece, reinforcing the idea that personal growth often lies outside ones comfort zone.

Musically, the song features an engaging blend of pop elements with rhythmically compelling beats that support the upbeat and motivating lyrics. Notable techniques include the use of vivid imagery and metaphors, such as comparing life to a performance where one must step out in their 'new clothes,' symbolizing transformation and the shedding of societal expectations. The direct and relatable language invites listeners from diverse backgrounds to connect with the theme of striving for personal authenticity.

Culturally, "" speaks to a generation that often faces immense external pressures and a crowded landscape of expectationsespecially prevalent in the East Asian context where academic success is heavily emphasized. By asserting the individuals right to define their own purpose, Lam Sin Tung champions a shift toward valuing creative expression and innovation over traditional benchmarks of success. The song resonates as an inspiring anthem for youth and anyone seeking validation for their unique paths.

Song Details
Singer:
林欣彤
Total Lines:
53