Close to my heart

By 泳兒

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
做第三者總不光彩 但我死性似不改

Being third is never a happy thing, but I'm not going to change the death rate.

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zou6
dai6
saam3
ze2
zung2
fau2
gwong1
coi2
daan6
ngo5
si2
sing3
ci5
fau2
goi2
自問身份不準公開 又要忍耐又要愛

Self-identification is not open, and it's patience and love.

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zi6
man6
jyun4
fan6
fau2
zyut3
gung1
hoi1
jau6
jiu3
jan5
noi6
jau6
jiu3
oi3
遇過有誰能愛卻 沒法子去愛

I've met someone who can love but can't love.

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jyu6
gwo3
jau6
seoi4
toi4
oi3
koek3
mei6
fat3
zi2
heoi3
oi3
連情人生日 也難喝采

It's hard to say goodbye on your birthday.

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lin4
cing4
jan4
sang1
mik6
jaa5
no4
jit3
coi3
如何能忍受 我們終有一天要分開

How can we endure? We're going to end up separating.

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jyu4
ho6
toi4
jan5
sau6
ngo5
mun4
zung1
jau6
jat1
tin1
jiu3
fan6
hoi1
喜歡你的感覺竟不經意下載

I like that you don't like to download.

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hei2
fun1
nei5
dik1
gam2
gok3
ging2
fau2
ging1
ji3
haa6
zoi3
明明能衡量喜歡與不該

Clearly, you can measure appreciation and appreciation.

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ming4
ming4
toi4
waang4
loeng6
hei2
fun1
jyu6
fau2
goi1
可惜每一次總不分對錯地愛

Unfortunately, I never know what love is and what it is not.

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ho2
sik1
mei5
jat1
ci3
zung2
fau2
fan6
deoi3
laap6
deng6
oi3
只剩無奈

I just can't help myself.

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zi2
zing6
mou4
noi6
認命可得到的不多 但至少有你撫摸

There's not much to be said for giving, but at least you can touch.

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jing6
ming6
ho2
dak1
dou3
dik1
fau2
do1
daan6
zi3
siu3
jau6
nei5
fu2
mou4
為什麼一早睇清楚 亦會不斷地去錯

And you know why, and you know why, and you know why, and you know why, and you know why, and you know why, and you know why, and you know why, and you know why, and you know why, and you know why, and you know why, and you know why, and you know why, and you know why, and you know why, and you know why, and you know why, and you know why, and you know why, and you know why, and you know why, and you know why, and you know why, and you know why, and you know why, and you know why, and you know w

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wai6
zaap6
mo5
jat1
zou2
dai6
cing1
co2
jik6
wui6
fau2
dyun6
deng6
heoi3
laap6
望向鏡愁眉蓋過 沒法看清楚

I look at the mirror with a sad face, and I can't see it.

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mong6
hoeng3
geng3
sau4
mei4
koi3
gwo3
mei6
fat3
hon3
cing1
co2
逢纏綿之後 也離去麼

And then you're gone after the cotton.

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pung4
zin6
min4
zi1
hau6
jaa5
lei4
heoi3
mo5
如何能想像 愛情得到比失去坎坷

How can you imagine that love is more than a loss of heart?

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jyu4
ho6
toi4
soeng2
zoeng6
oi3
cing4
dak1
dou3
bei3
sat1
heoi3
haam3
ho2
喜歡你的感覺竟不經意下載

I like that you don't like to download.

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hei2
fun1
nei5
dik1
gam2
gok3
ging2
fau2
ging1
ji3
haa6
zoi3
明明能衡量喜歡與不該

Clearly, you can measure appreciation and appreciation.

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ming4
ming4
toi4
waang4
loeng6
hei2
fun1
jyu6
fau2
goi1
可惜每一次總不分對錯地愛

Unfortunately, I never know what love is and what it is not.

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ho2
sik1
mei5
jat1
ci3
zung2
fau2
fan6
deoi3
laap6
deng6
oi3
只剩無奈

I just can't help myself.

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zi2
zing6
mou4
noi6
曾經鬆手靜靜退開 我想看開想篡改

I've been relaxing and I'm trying to change.

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zang1
ging1
sung1
sau2
zing6
zing6
teoi3
hoi1
ngo5
soeng2
hon3
hoi1
soeng2
caam2
goi2
一吻間的意外 發覺怎也沒法避開

The accident of a kiss is inevitable.

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jat1
man5
haan4
dik1
ji3
oi6
fat3
gok3
fim2
jaa5
mei6
fat3
bei6
hoi1
當心跳加速到不懂得拒絕愛

When your heartbeat is so fast, you can't refuse love.

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dong3
sam1
tiu4
gaa3
cuk1
dou3
fau2
dung2
dak1
keoi5
zyut6
oi3
無人能明白根本放不開

No one can understand why it's not open.

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mou4
jan4
toi4
ming4
baak6
gan1
bun2
fong3
fau2
hoi1
想感覺一次簡單的愛與被愛

I want to feel love and to be loved.

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soeng2
gam2
gok3
jat1
ci3
gaan2
sin6
dik1
oi3
jyu6
pei5
oi3
一直期待

I've been waiting for this.

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jat1
zik6
kei4
daai1
About This Song

"Close to my heart" by is an evocative ballad that delves into the complex emotions surrounding unrequited love and the pain of forbidden relationships. The main theme centers on the struggles of being a third party in a love triangle, a position that is often sidelined and unglamorous. poignantly explores the ambivalence of loving someone while grappling with societal judgments and personal conflicts. The emotional core of the song resonates with listeners, as it articulates feelings of both longing and resignation, illustrating the bittersweet nature of love that is either hidden or unattainable.

The narrative conveyed through the lyrics reflects a deep sense of self-awareness and vulnerability. The protagonist acknowledges their situation, feeling torn between societal norms and their own desires. Phrases such as "" (questioning their public identity) highlight an internal conflict of love that cannot be openly confessed. The lyrics poignantly express how moments of joy, such as celebrating a lovers birthday, become tainted with sadness, revealing the stark contrast between fleeting happiness and inevitable heartbreak. This duality emphasizes the universal experience of love and loss, making it relatable to anyone who has loved in secret.

Musically, the song employs soft melodies intertwined with poignant lyrics, enhancing the emotional weight of the subject matter. Notable musical elements include gentle instrumentals that create an intimate atmosphere, allowing the listener to connect with the artist's vulnerabilities. The lyrical techniques utilized in this piece, such as metaphors and imagery, lend depth to the emotional landscape of the song. For instance, the metaphor of "heartfelt touches" representing affection emphasizes the desire for connection, despite the circumstances that keep them apart. This fusion of simple yet profound language paired with soulful melodies captures the essence of yearning and inevitability in human relationships.

Culturally, "Close to my heart" reflects the complexities of love in contemporary society, especially within Asian contexts where relationships can often navigate through strict societal and familial expectations. The theme of forbidden love resonates within many cultures, yet s nuanced portrayal allows for a broader discussion of authenticity versus societal acceptance. The song resonates with a generation grappling with the dichotomy of desire and duty, ultimately inviting listeners to process their own experiences of love, longing, and loss.

Song Details
Singer:
泳兒
Total Lines:
24