出醜

By 歐陽耀瑩

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
近日對話 尊稱那般客氣

And these days, we're talking about that kind of hospitality.

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kan5
mik6
deoi3
waa6
zyun1
can3
no6
pun4
haak3
hei3
再貼近你 亦未有轉機

And it's not like I'm going to get close to you.

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zoi3
tip3
kan5
nei5
jik6
mei6
jau6
zyun3
gei1
外露冷漠 充斥你 想逃離

You're so indifferent, you want to run away.

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oi6
lou6
laang5
mok6
cung1
cik1
nei5
soeng2
tou4
lei4
你退後 眼光迴避 像泄氣

You're backing away, your eyes are out of sight, like a breath of fresh air.

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nei5
teoi3
hau6
ngaan5
gwong1
wui4
bei6
zoeng6
sit3
hei3
誰都明 戀情 感情 總會死

Everyone knows that love, emotion, will always die.

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seoi4
dou1
ming4
lyun5
cing4
gam2
cing4
zung2
wui6
si2
誰可能 一直 保存 一世紀

Who could have saved a century?

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seoi4
ho2
toi4
jat1
zik6
bou2
cyun4
jat1
sai3
gei3
情願再痛 也抱着你

And the desire to hurt you again is holding you.

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cing4
jyun6
zoi3
tung3
jaa5
pou5
jyu3
nei5
別唉聲嘆氣

Stop crying.

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bit6
ngoi1
sing1
taan1
hei3
永遠不肯放棄

Never giving up.

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wing5
jyun6
fau2
hoi2
fong3
hei3
而無論再痛悲

And no more pain.

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nang4
mou4
leon6
zoi3
tung3
bei1
滴血不停流 都不鬆開我手

The blood was continually flowing from my hand.

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dik6
hyut3
fau2
ting4
lau4
dou1
fau2
sung1
hoi1
ngo5
sau2
倦極也不想走 即使恩愛是虛構

And I'm tired of leaving, even if it's a fake love.

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gyun6
gik6
jaa5
fau2
soeng2
zau2
zik1
si2
jan1
oi3
si6
heoi1
kau3
是那些年頭 手牽手走過那春秋

It was the years that passed that spring and fall.

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si6
no6
se1
nin4
tau4
sau2
hin1
sau2
zau2
gwo3
no6
ceon1
cau1
就算快要失守 如何默默接受

How to accept it silently, even if you're going to be in a hurry.

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zau6
syun3
faai3
jiu3
sat1
sau3
jyu4
ho6
mak6
mak6
zip3
sau6
跪下痛苦祈求 懇請 請不要走

I kneel down in pain, pray, beg, please don't leave.

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gwai6
haa6
tung3
fu2
kei4
kau4
han2
zing6
zing6
fau2
jiu3
zau2
就是碎片般 總勝過 全部沒有

It's like a piece of shit, and it's not all there.

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zau6
si6
seoi3
pin3
pun4
zung2
sing3
gwo3
cyun4
bou6
mei6
jau6
當耗盡 情難救

When the pity runs out,

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dong3
hou3
zeon6
cing4
no4
gau3
可笑是 仍然拒絕自救

Funny, they still refuse to save themselves.

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ho2
siu3
si6
jing4
jin4
keoi5
zyut6
zi6
gau3
誰都明 戀情 感情 總會死

Everyone knows that love, emotion, will always die.

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seoi4
dou1
ming4
lyun5
cing4
gam2
cing4
zung2
wui6
si2
誰可能 一直 保存 一世紀

Who could have saved a century?

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seoi4
ho2
toi4
jat1
zik6
bou2
cyun4
jat1
sai3
gei3
情願再痛 也抱着你

And the desire to hurt you again is holding you.

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cing4
jyun6
zoi3
tung3
jaa5
pou5
jyu3
nei5
別唉聲嘆氣

Stop crying.

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bit6
ngoi1
sing1
taan1
hei3
永遠不肯放棄

Never giving up.

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wing5
jyun6
fau2
hoi2
fong3
hei3
而無論再痛悲

And no more pain.

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nang4
mou4
leon6
zoi3
tung3
bei1
滴血不停流 都不鬆開我手

The blood was continually flowing from my hand.

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dik6
hyut3
fau2
ting4
lau4
dou1
fau2
sung1
hoi1
ngo5
sau2
倦極也不想走 即使恩愛是虛構

And I'm tired of leaving, even if it's a fake love.

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gyun6
gik6
jaa5
fau2
soeng2
zau2
zik1
si2
jan1
oi3
si6
heoi1
kau3
是那些年頭 手牽手走過那春秋

It was the years that passed that spring and fall.

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si6
no6
se1
nin4
tau4
sau2
hin1
sau2
zau2
gwo3
no6
ceon1
cau1
就算快要失守 如何默默接受

How to accept it silently, even if you're going to be in a hurry.

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zau6
syun3
faai3
jiu3
sat1
sau3
jyu4
ho6
mak6
mak6
zip3
sau6
跪下痛苦祈求 懇請 請不要走

I kneel down in pain, pray, beg, please don't leave.

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gwai6
haa6
tung3
fu2
kei4
kau4
han2
zing6
zing6
fau2
jiu3
zau2
就是碎片般 總勝過 全部沒有

It's like a piece of shit, and it's not all there.

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zau6
si6
seoi3
pin3
pun4
zung2
sing3
gwo3
cyun4
bou6
mei6
jau6
當耗盡 情難救

When the pity runs out,

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dong3
hou3
zeon6
cing4
no4
gau3
贈給 零碎 戲份就夠

Give me a piece of the puzzle.

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zang6
kap1
ling4
seoi3
hei3
fan6
zau6
gau3
是你不停留 一早鬆開我手

You're not going to stop.

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si6
nei5
fau2
ting4
lau4
jat1
zou2
sung1
hoi1
ngo5
sau2
但是我不想走 苦都想繼續擁有

But I didn't want to leave, and I wanted to keep it.

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daan6
si6
ngo5
fau2
soeng2
zau2
fu2
dou1
soeng2
gai3
zuk6
ung2
jau6
讓那些年頭 錐心刻骨叫我出醜

I let those years of hard work make me look ugly.

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joeng6
no6
se1
nin4
tau4
jeoi1
sam1
hak1
gwat1
giu3
ngo5
ceot1
cau2
夢碎哪裏可守 誰能默默接受

Where dreams can be preserved, anyone can accept them silently.

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mung6
seoi3
naa5
leoi5
ho2
sau3
seoi4
toi4
mak6
mak6
zip3
sau6
跪下痛苦祈求 懇請 請不要走

I kneel down in pain, pray, beg, please don't leave.

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gwai6
haa6
tung3
fu2
kei4
kau4
han2
zing6
zing6
fau2
jiu3
zau2
是就算假的 總勝過 全部沒有

Even if it's a lie, it's not a lie.

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si6
zau6
syun3
gaa2
dik1
zung2
sing3
gwo3
cyun4
bou6
mei6
jau6
當耗盡 情難救

When the pity runs out,

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dong3
hou3
zeon6
cing4
no4
gau3
贈給 零碎 戲份就夠

Give me a piece of the puzzle.

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zang6
kap1
ling4
seoi3
hei3
fan6
zau6
gau3
About This Song

The song "" ("Exposing One's Flaws") by (Ouyang Yaoying) delves deeply into the complex emotional landscape of love, longing, and the pain that often accompanies relationships. At its core, the song expresses the idea of clinging to a fading romance, despite the understanding that love can inevitably wither over time. The artist grapples with the struggle of wanting to hold onto a partner while recognizing the signs of emotional retreat and inevitable heartache. This emotional duality is powerfully communicated through the lyrics, which convey a sense of desperation balanced with a deep yearning for connection, even if it leads to suffering.

The narrative unfolds as the singer reflects on the reality of lovethe acknowledgment that all relationships face challenges and may eventually come to an end. However, instead of succumbing to despair, the protagonist expresses a strong desire to endure the pain that love brings, preferring the struggle of holding onto a precious connection rather than facing the emptiness of loneliness. This desire is conveyed through poetic lyrics that vividly capture moments of vulnerability and despair, portraying the willingness to endure pain for the sake of love. The repetition of pleas for the partner not to leave reinforces the intensity of these emotions, suggesting a powerful attachment that borders on obsession.

Musically, the song showcases a blend of emotive melodies and heartfelt vocal delivery, characteristic of pop ballads that resonate with listeners on a personal level. Notable lyrical techniques include the use of metaphor and imagery, which highlight the contrast between love's beauty and its inevitable decay. The phrase "" ("Even if about to lose") serves as a poignant reminder of the fragility of love, while the recurring theme of not wanting to "let go" emphasizes the tension between attachment and acceptance. The arrangement often complements the emotional weight of the lyrics, with dynamic shifts that mirror the fluctuations of the protagonist's feelings.

On a cultural level, "" resonates with many as it captures familiar themes of love and heartbreak that transcend geographical boundaries. In a society where emotional expression is often nuanced, the song articulates a raw vulnerability that allows individuals to connect with the experience of love's trials and tribulations. It highlights a universal truth: that love, despite its challenges, is a profound aspect of human existence, making this song not only an artistic expression but also a relatable tale for many listeners.

Song Details
Singer:
歐陽耀瑩
Total Lines:
40