某年仲夏

By 梁詠琪

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
喜暗中 追憶某夏 陽光與沙 鋪於腳下

In the dark, I remembered a summer, sunshine and sand, all under my feet.

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hei2
am3
zung1
zeoi1
jik1
mau5
haa6
joeng4
gwong1
jyu6
saa1
pou2
wu1
gok3
haa6
陪着摯友嘻哈放假 笑掉了牙

I'm on vacation with my best friend, and I'm smiling.

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pui4
jyu3
zi3
jau5
hei1
haai1
fong3
gaa2
siu3
zaau6
liu4
ngaa4
工作都通通放下 談東説西 多多説話

The work was generalised, and theories were made, and theories were made.

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gung1
zok3
dou1
tung1
tung1
fong3
haa6
taam4
dung1
seoi3
sai1
do1
do1
seoi3
waa6
無論往那一起去也 結伴似孖

And it's like a bunch of people going out there and going out there.

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mou4
leon6
wong5
no6
jat1
hei2
heoi3
jaa5
lit3
bun6
ci5
zi1
暑天過了卻憶起也笑

The summer is over, and I remember smiling.

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syu2
tin1
gwo3
liu4
koek3
jik1
hei2
jaa5
siu3
雖飄遠了每一分每秒

And it's going to be a long way every second.

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seoi1
piu1
jyun6
liu4
mei5
jat1
fan6
mei5
miu5
現仍然活在我心中把我亮照

It's still alive in my heart and it shines on me.

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jin6
jing4
jin4
wut6
zoi6
ngo5
sam1
zung1
baa3
ngo5
loeng6
ziu3
Once upon a summer time

Once upon a time in summer

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熊熊烈日大家曬

The bear is all over us.

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hung4
hung4
lit6
mik6
taai3
ze1
saai3
在同行同流汗之中加深瞭解

I'm more aware of it in my peers and sweat.

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zoi6
tung4
hong6
tung4
lau4
hong6
zi1
zung1
gaa3
sam1
liu5
haai5
Once upon a summer time

Once upon a time in summer

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願你再回來共輕快

I hope you'll be back soon.

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jyun6
nei5
zoi3
wui4
loi6
gung6
hing1
faai3
和詳談別後遇到的悲喜各派

And I'm going to talk about the sad people I met.

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wo4
joeng4
taam4
bit6
hau6
jyu6
dou3
dik1
bei1
hei2
gok3
paai3
而不講拜拜

And not to say a prayer.

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nang4
fau2
gong2
baai3
baai3
喜暗中追憶某夏 刨冰雪糕一起咬下

I remember one summer, I made ice cream and ate it.

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hei2
am3
zung1
zeoi1
jik1
mau5
haa6
paau4*2
jing4
syut3
gou1
jat1
hei2
ngaau5
haa6
齊大吃喝 脂肪爆炸 節食笑話

They eat and drink, they explode, they eat and laugh.

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zi1
taai3
hek3
jit3
zi1
bok3
zaa3
zit3
zi6
siu3
waa6
暑天過了卻憶起也笑

The summer is over, and I remember smiling.

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syu2
tin1
gwo3
liu4
koek3
jik1
hei2
jaa5
siu3
雖飄遠了每一分每秒

And it's going to be a long way every second.

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seoi1
piu1
jyun6
liu4
mei5
jat1
fan6
mei5
miu5
現仍然活在我心中把我亮照

It's still alive in my heart and it shines on me.

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jin6
jing4
jin4
wut6
zoi6
ngo5
sam1
zung1
baa3
ngo5
loeng6
ziu3
寒冬如何來把高温剪破

How can we cut through the cold?

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hon4
dung1
jyu4
ho6
loi6
baa3
gou1
wan1
zin2
po3
回憶始終似被窩

And the memories are always erased.

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wui4
jik1
ci2
zung1
ci5
pei5
wo1
能抵嚴寒 能使心中有歌

It can withstand the cold, it can make you sing.

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toi4
zi2
jim4
hon4
toi4
si2
sam1
zung1
jau6
go1
Once upon a summer time

Once upon a time in summer

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熊熊烈日大家曬

The bear is all over us.

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hung4
hung4
lit6
mik6
taai3
ze1
saai3
在同行同流汗之中加深瞭解

I'm more aware of it in my peers and sweat.

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zoi6
tung4
hong6
tung4
lau4
hong6
zi1
zung1
gaa3
sam1
liu5
haai5
Once upon a summer time

Once upon a time in summer

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願你再回來共輕快

I hope you'll be back soon.

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jyun6
nei5
zoi3
wui4
loi6
gung6
hing1
faai3
和詳談別後遇到的悲喜各派

And I'm going to talk about the sad people I met.

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wo4
joeng4
taam4
bit6
hau6
jyu6
dou3
dik1
bei1
hei2
gok3
paai3
而不講拜拜

And not to say a prayer.

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nang4
fau2
gong2
baai3
baai3
About This Song

The song "" (Once Upon a Summer Time) by (Gigi Leung) beautifully captures the nostalgia and warmth of summer memories shared with friends. At its core, the song reflects themes of friendship, joy, and the bittersweet nature of reminiscing about carefree days. The lyrics evoke vivid images of summertime activities, such as enjoying ice desserts and lounging under the sun, creating a sense of longing for those moments of laughter and camaraderie. The emotional core is rooted in the delight and simplicity of youthful experiences that resonate deeply as time passes.

The song narrates a story of friendship where typical summer activities become cherished memories, with an emphasis on the bond formed through shared experiences. It captures the essence of wanting to relive those joyful days while recognizing that time can separate us from our loved ones. Despite this, there's a palpable sense of hope that these memories remain vibrant and alive in the heart, illuminating the darker, colder times, akin to a source of warmth like a cozy blanket in winter. The recurring refrain fosters a collective nostalgia that invites listeners to reflect on their own summer memories.

Musically, the song blends simple yet catchy melodies with a light-hearted tone, perfectly mirroring its lyrical themes. Notable elements include playful imagery and conversational language that make the lyrics relatable and engaging. Techniques such as repetition in the chorus enhance the songs hook, allowing listeners to feel the warmth and familiarity of these shared memories. The juxtaposition of vibrant summer images against the cooler tones of winter in the lyrics emphasizes the enduring nature of these memories, making the transition from light-hearted summer scenes to reflective nostalgia seamless.

In a cultural context, the song resonates with listeners not only as a personal reflection of youth but also as a broader commentary on the importance of maintaining connections through shared experiences. In many cultures, summer encapsulates a time of freedom, travel, and friendship, and this song taps into universal feelings of happiness and melancholy associated with reminiscing about the past. Overall, "" stands as a tribute to the joyous moments of life that, regardless of time's passage, remain vividly alive in our hearts.

Song Details
Singer:
梁詠琪
Total Lines:
29