逆風速遞

By 林海峯

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
一架大貨車

A big truck.

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jat1
gaa3
taai3
fo6
geoi1
迎頭朝向我

And they're headed for me.

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jing6
tau4
zyu1
hoeng3
ngo5
跟尾雜貨van

And then the trash van.

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gan1
mei5
zaap6
fo6
突然呠我

Suddenly, I was stunned.

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duk1
jin4
pun1
ngo5
乜我 啄住我

What am I holding?

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ne6
ngo5
toek3
zyu6
ngo5
右面轉出架大巴 攔阻我

The right side of the car turned and stopped me.

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jau6
min2
zyun3
ceot1
gaa3
taai3
baa1
laan4
zo2
ngo5
沿路連環六架改裝超跑車

Six supercars have been built along the way.

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yun4
lou6
lin4
waan4
luk6
gaa3
goi2
zong1
ciu1
paau4
geoi1
興奮地噴射

I was excited to spray.

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jan6
fan3
deng6
fan3
sik6
全部還未及我踩的低碳車

It's not even close to the low-carbon car I was on.

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cyun4
bou6
waan4
mei6
kap6
ngo5
coi2
dik1
dai1
taan4
geoi1
又爆呔又斷煉

It exploded and broke.

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jau6
bok3
toi2
jau6
dyun6
lin6
發顛山狗喪追我

The dogs were chasing me.

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fat3
din1
saan1
gau2
song3
zeoi1
ngo5
就算炒

Even with the shark.

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zau6
syun3
caau2
起身再踩過

Get up and walk.

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hei2
jyun4
zoi3
coi2
gwo3
前衝

The move forward.

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cin4
cung3
一個在上路

One is on its way.

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jat1
go3
zoi6
soeng6
lou6
埋著頭 和逆流 全程衝 喜歡痛

It's like, "I'm going to go backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards,

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maai4
zyu3
tau4
wo4
ngaak6
lau4
cyun4
cing4
cung3
hei2
fun1
tung3
來自由 來自如

Freedom comes from

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loi6
zi6
jau4
loi6
zi6
jyu4
如微風

It's like a microwave.

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jyu4
mei4
fung3
逆風都上路風景不錯

The wind is against the road, and the scenery is good.

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ngaak6
fung3
dou1
soeng6
lou6
fung3
jing2
fau2
laap6
一個下雨天

It was raining.

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jat1
go3
haa6
jyu6
tin1
全程淋向我

It's all over me.

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cyun4
cing4
lam4
hoeng3
ngo5
濕透後曬乾

It dries up.

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sap1
tau3
hau6
saai3
kin4
豔陽燒我

I was burned by the sun.

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jim6
joeng4
siu1
ngo5
飛鳥小石塊

The birds are little pieces of stone.

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fei1
niu5
siu2
sek6
faai3
後面噴煙旅遊巴

Smoking is behind the bus.

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hau6
min2
fan3
jin1
leoi3
jau6
baa1
圍堵我

They surrounded me.

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wai4
ze2
ngo5
沿途陪伴着我高速的汽車

And along the way, I was accompanied by a high-speed car.

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yun4
tou4
pui4
bun6
jyu3
ngo5
gou1
cuk1
dik1
hei3
geoi1
水氹在四射

The water pump is on fire.

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seoi2
tam5
zoi6
sei3
sik6
全力為我吶喊加油踩快些

They were screaming for me to get the gas down faster.

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cyun4
lik6
wai6
ngo5
neot6
ham6
gaa3
jau4
coi2
faai3
se1
又氣喘 又老抽

And asthma and a lot of breathing.

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jau6
hei3
ceon2
jau6
lou5
cau1
我的初中已經過

I'm in high school.

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ngo5
dik1
co1
zung1
ji5
ging1
gwo3
揼上山

Going up the mountain.

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dim3
soeng6
saan1
吸口氣衝過

I'm breathing through.

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ngap1
hau2
hei3
cung3
gwo3
前衝

The move forward.

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cin4
cung3
一個在上路

One is on its way.

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jat1
go3
zoi6
soeng6
lou6
埋著頭 和逆流 全程衝 喜歡痛

It's like, "I'm going to go backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards,

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maai4
zyu3
tau4
wo4
ngaak6
lau4
cyun4
cing4
cung3
hei2
fun1
tung3
來自由 來自如

Freedom comes from

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loi6
zi6
jau4
loi6
zi6
jyu4
如微風

It's like a microwave.

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jyu4
mei4
fung3
逆風都向住終點衝破

The winds were finally blowing against us.

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ngaak6
fung3
dou1
hoeng3
zyu6
zung1
dim2
cung3
po3
前衝

The move forward.

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cin4
cung3
一個在上路

One is on its way.

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jat1
go3
zoi6
soeng6
lou6
埋著頭 和逆流 全程衝 喜歡痛

It's like, "I'm going to go backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards,

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maai4
zyu3
tau4
wo4
ngaak6
lau4
cyun4
cing4
cung3
hei2
fun1
tung3
流汗還 留力來

I sweated and I kept my strength.

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lau4
hong6
waan4
lau4
lik6
loi6
回程衝

Back to the drawing board.

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wui4
cing4
cung3
逆風都要扮輕鬆不過

The wind is blowing.

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ngaak6
fung3
dou1
jiu3
fan5
hing1
sung1
fau2
gwo3
前衝

The move forward.

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cin4
cung3
一個在上路

One is on its way.

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jat1
go3
zoi6
soeng6
lou6
埋著頭 和逆流 全程衝 喜歡痛

It's like, "I'm going to go backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards, I'm going backwards,

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maai4
zyu3
tau4
wo4
ngaak6
lau4
cyun4
cing4
cung3
hei2
fun1
tung3
來漫遊 全地球

And we're going to walk the earth.

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loi6
maan4
jau6
cyun4
deng6
kau4
如微風

It's like a microwave.

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jyu4
mei4
fung3
在心中唱住首今天我

I sing in my heart today.

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zoi6
sam1
zung1
coeng3
zyu6
sau3
gam1
tin1
ngo5
明日又再踩過

We'll step back tomorrow.

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ming4
mik6
jau6
zoi3
coi2
gwo3
About This Song

"" or "Against the Wind Delivery" is a vibrant anthem by the artist (Lin Haifeng) that encapsulates the resilience and determination one musters when faced with life's adversities. The main theme revolves around the concept of pushing forward in the face of challenges, much like cruising against the wind. The emotional core of the song resonates with feelings of struggle and triumph, portraying a journey that reflects both human vulnerability and the strength that comes from perseverance.

The lyrics narrate a vivid story of a protagonist navigating the metaphorical and literal hurdles of lifesymbolized by heavy traffic, weather changes, and various obstacles. Throughout the song, there is a persistent sense of motion and urgency as the narrator faces these challenges head-on, illustrating an undying desire for freedom and a zest for life, even amid hardship. The repeated motif of enjoying pain while progressing confirms a philosophy of embracing struggle as a pathway to growth and self-discovery.

Musically, the song is characterized by upbeat tempos and driving rhythms that mirror the lyrical content, evoking a sense of speed and adventure. The use of dynamic imagerylike heavy trucks, racing cars, and rainy weatherprovides a rich backdrop that enhances the storytelling. Lyrically, the song employs various techniques such as alliteration and vivid descriptive language, which not only paint a detailed picture but also contribute to the song's energetic flow. The interplay of light and dark metaphors serves to elevate the tension between overcoming obstacles and reveling in the freedom found in self-exploration.

Culturally, "" resonates deeply within the context of contemporary society, where many face an array of pressures and expectations. The song speaks to a universal human experience that transcends geographic boundaries, encouraging listeners to maintain momentum and find joy in their journey, regardless of the obstacles. Lin Haifeng's music, infused with personal reflections and broader cultural themes, thus becomes a celebration of resilience, making it a significant addition to modern Chinese pop culture.

Song Details
Singer:
林海峯
Total Lines:
52