知更

By 楊千嬅

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
初戀的你喜歡聽情未了

You're a first-time lover who likes to hear.

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co1
lyun5
dik1
nei5
hei2
fun1
teng1
cing4
mei6
liu4
當初跟我五更天還在説愛的感覺

And I was still preaching love for five days.

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dong3
co1
gan1
ngo5
ng5
gang3
tin1
waan4
zoi6
seoi3
oi3
dik1
gam2
gok3
卻不知覺 問題多答案極少

But they don't realize that there are so many questions, so few answers.

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koek3
fau2
zi3
gok3
man6
tai4
do1
daap3
on3
gik6
siu3
率真的你對他哭完又笑

I bet you're crying and laughing at him.

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seot1
zan1
dik1
nei5
deoi3
to1
huk1
jyun4
jau6
siu3
不知早晚無微不至

I don't know, early in the morning.

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fau2
zi3
zou2
maan5
mou4
mei4
fau2
zi3
無論他可需要

He needs it.

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mou4
leon6
to1
ho2
seoi1
jiu3
未知率性到他恐懼了

He was so afraid of the unknown.

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mei6
zi3
seot1
sing3
dou3
to1
hung2
geoi2
liu4
太快相思 呢喃什麼血字

Think about it too quickly. What's that word for blood?

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taai3
faai3
soeng2
soi1
ni1
naam4
zaap6
mo5
hyut3
zi6
沒法等 等到你那萬人迷識字

I can't wait until you have 10,000 people who can't read.

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mei6
fat3
ting2
ting2
dou3
nei5
no6
maak6
jan4
mai4
zi3
zi6
知更鳥 甜言蜜夢中比你熟性

You know more about birds, sweet dreams, than you know about your own familiarity.

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zi3
gang3
niu5
tim4
jin4
mat6
mung6
zung1
bei3
nei5
suk6
sing3
不敢去午夜啼詩

I can't go to the middle of the night and write poetry.

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fau2
gam2
heoi3
ng5
je6
tai4
si1
你有心 無力抱 時候未到

You have a heart, you have no strength, it's not time.

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nei5
jau6
sam1
mou4
lik6
pou5
si4
hau6
mei6
dou3
想握緊些偏扼殺柔情預告

I want to hold some biased, soft-kill announcements.

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soeng2
ngak1
gan2
se1
pin1
ngak1
saat3
jau4
cing4
jyu2
guk1
到懂得 怎去跟那人瀟灑細訴

To know how to complain to that person.

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dou3
dung2
dak1
fim2
heoi3
gan1
no6
jan4
siu1
saai3
sai3
sou3
明事理 又更明白講也徒勞

It's also a waste of time to be more clear.

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ming4
si6
lei5
jau6
gang3
ming4
baak6
gong2
jaa5
tou4
lou6
誰還在 誰別去 誰人未到

Who's left, who's gone, who's not here?

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seoi4
waan4
zoi6
seoi4
bit6
heoi3
seoi4
jan4
mei6
dou3
只好等一日剛好改變喜好

Just wait for one day and change your mind.

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zi2
hou3
ting2
jat1
mik6
gong1
hou3
goi2
bin3
hei2
hou3
時候也 未算早 你或者會裝作糊塗

And it's not too early, you might get a glue.

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si4
hau6
jaa5
mei6
syun3
zou2
nei5
waak6
ze2
wui6
zong1
zok3
wu4
caa4
誰叫最愛都早到遲到

Who says love is sooner or later?

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seoi4
giu3
zeoi3
oi3
dou1
zou2
dou3
zi6
dou3
終於開竅你偏偏沉默了

And you're finally getting a little bit silent.

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zung1
wu1
hoi1
kiu3
nei5
pin1
pin1
zam6
mak6
liu4
即使跟我五更天談論到那些戀愛哪隻戀愛

Even talking to me for five more days about what love is.

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zik1
si2
gan1
ngo5
ng5
gang3
tin1
taam4
leon6
dou3
no6
se1
lyun5
oi3
naa5
zek3
lyun5
oi3
話題多卻氣力少

It's a lot of talk, but not much energy.

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waa6
tai4
do1
koek3
hei3
lik6
siu3
好比當你對偏執馴服了

It's like when you're used to biases.

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hou3
bei3
dong3
nei5
deoi3
pin1
zap1
seon4
fuk6
liu4
得體的你隨時可再

You can get more at any time.

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dak1
tai2
dik1
nei5
ceoi4
si4
ho2
zoi3
撩動他的心跳 但今天到你心火滅了

His heart beat was so upset, but today your heart burned out.

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liu6
dung6
to1
dik1
sam1
tiu4
daan6
gam1
tin1
dou3
nei5
sam1
fo2
mit6
liu4
過氣的歌 留下什麼意義

What's the meaning behind the song?

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gwo3
hei3
dik1
go1
lau4
haa6
zaap6
mo5
ji3
ji6
絕似詩 只等到令舊情人識字

It's not like poetry, it's like waiting to get your old lover to write.

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zyut6
ci5
si1
zi2
ting2
dou3
ling6
gau6
cing4
jan4
zi3
zi6
知更鳥 甜言埋夢中比你熟性

You know more birds, you know more sweet dreams than you know.

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zi3
gang3
niu5
tim4
jin4
maai4
mung6
zung1
bei3
nei5
suk6
sing3
早知道世事如此

I knew it was going to be like this.

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zou2
zi3
dou6
sai3
si6
jyu4
ci2
你有心 無力抱 時候未到

You have a heart, you have no strength, it's not time.

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nei5
jau6
sam1
mou4
lik6
pou5
si4
hau6
mei6
dou3
想握緊些偏扼殺柔情預告

I want to hold some biased, soft-kill announcements.

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soeng2
ngak1
gan2
se1
pin1
ngak1
saat3
jau4
cing4
jyu2
guk1
到懂得 怎去跟那人瀟灑細訴

To know how to complain to that person.

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dou3
dung2
dak1
fim2
heoi3
gan1
no6
jan4
siu1
saai3
sai3
sou3
明事理 又更明白講也徒勞

It's also a waste of time to be more clear.

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ming4
si6
lei5
jau6
gang3
ming4
baak6
gong2
jaa5
tou4
lou6
誰還在 誰別去 誰人未到

Who's left, who's gone, who's not here?

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seoi4
waan4
zoi6
seoi4
bit6
heoi3
seoi4
jan4
mei6
dou3
只好等一日剛好改變喜好

Just wait for one day and change your mind.

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zi2
hou3
ting2
jat1
mik6
gong1
hou3
goi2
bin3
hei2
hou3
時候也 未算早

It's not too early.

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si4
hau6
jaa5
mei6
syun3
zou2
你或者會裝作糊塗

You might put a glue on it.

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nei5
waak6
ze2
wui6
zong1
zok3
wu4
caa4
誰叫最愛都早到遲到

Who says love is sooner or later?

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seoi4
giu3
zeoi3
oi3
dou1
zou2
dou3
zi6
dou3
聽講他對你率真懷念了

He's been missing you.

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teng1
gong2
to1
deoi3
nei5
seot1
zan1
waai4
nim6
liu4
天真的你卻偏偏成熟到

You're a little bit too mature.

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tin1
zan1
dik1
nei5
koek3
pin1
pin1
seng4
suk6
dou3
再不必要借他哭笑

No need to cry and laugh at him anymore.

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zoi3
fau2
bit1
jiu3
ze3
to1
huk1
siu3
卻笑懂得太遲了

And you smile and realize it's too late.

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koek3
siu3
dung2
dak1
taai3
zi6
liu4
有更多他更重要

There's more. He's more important.

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jau6
gang3
do1
to1
gang3
zung6
jiu3
About This Song

The song "," performed by the talented artist , explores themes of unrequited love and the complexities of emotions in relationships. Centered on the bittersweet reminiscence of a first love, the emotional core of the song lies in the sense of nostalgia combined with a feeling of unresolved feelings. It portrays the struggle of holding onto past affections while grappling with the reality that those feelings may no longer be reciprocated. Through poignant lyrics, the song captures the delicate mixture of yearning, heartbreak, and the inevitable passage of time that affects the protagonist's experience of love.

The narrative unfolds as the singer recalls shared moments with a former lover, hinting at a time when feelings were vibrant and alive. The lyrics detail the contrast between cherished memories and the present disillusionment, underlining the challenges of communication and emotional connection. Theres a sense of frustration as the protagonist reflects on the difficulties in expressing emotions and understanding the dynamics of the relationship, leading to a contemplation of love's transient nature. The repeated references to the "" (robin) symbolize the fleeting beauty of love, further enhancing the song's melancholic yet hopeful tone.

Musically, "" is characterized by its gentle melody and emotive vocal delivery, which complements the lyrical themes perfectly. The use of lyrical techniques such as vivid imagery and introspective phrasing allows listeners to engage deeply with the protagonist's thoughts and feelings. The song moves fluidly between moments of reflection and the harsh reality of lost connections, making use of dynamic shifts to convey the emotional highs and lows of love. The instrumental arrangement supports a flowing, melodic structure that encourages meditation on the lyrics while inviting the listener to immerse themselves in the emotional landscape depicted in the song.

Culturally, is known for her ability to encapsulate the complexities of love and relationships within her music, resonating with many listeners who have experienced similar situations. "" serves as a reflective piece that highlights the beauty and pain of love, resonating with listeners in a society that often values emotional honesty and vulnerability. By drawing on personal experiences and universal themes, the song not only entertains but also offers insight into the human condition, making it a relevant addition to contemporary Mandarin pop music.

Song Details
Singer:
楊千嬅
Total Lines:
43