孤星淚

By 甄妮

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
有誰可以

Who can?

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jau6
seoi4
ho2
jyu5
為我指引歸我家的路

To guide me to my home.

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wai6
ngo5
zi2
jan5
kwai3
ngo5
ze1
dik1
lou6
路旁所見人也飽暖

People are also warmer on the roads.

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lou6
pong4
so2
jin6
jan4
jaa5
baau2
hyun1
心中更是羨慕

I was jealous.

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sam1
zung1
gang3
si6
sin6
mou6
有時星光

Sometimes stars.

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jau6
si4
sing1
gwong1
為我低照失意舉步

I took a step for myself.

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wai6
ngo5
dai1
ziu3
sat1
ji3
geoi2
fau6
有誰可以隨我傾訴

Can someone talk to me?

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jau6
seoi4
ho2
jyu5
ceoi4
ngo5
king1
sou3
孤星照着漫長路

The Lonely Stars follow the long path.

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gu1
sing1
ziu3
jyu3
maan4
zoeng6
lou6
走不盡萬里世途

I can't walk the whole world.

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zau2
fau2
zeon6
maak6
lei5
sai3
tou4
曾挨盡世情冷酷

I was so cold.

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zang1
ngaai4
zeon6
sai3
cing4
laang5
huk6
千點淚滴肚裏流

Thousands of tears were pouring down my stomach.

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cin1
dim2
leoi6
dik6
tou5
leoi5
lau4
莫教悲哀流露

He taught me to express my grief.

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mok6
gaau3
bei1
ngoi1
lau4
lou6
世上温馨是我家好

Warm is my home.

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sai3
soeng6
wan1
hing1
si6
ngo5
ze1
hou3
不見歸家路

I couldn't find my way home.

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fau2
jin6
kwai3
ze1
lou6
這時只見蘆葦草裏

And then we saw the grass.

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ze5
si4
zi2
jin6
lou4
cou2
leoi5
蟋蟀叫着莫停步

The monkey cried, "Stop!"

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giu3
jyu3
mok6
ting4
fau6
電影 瘋狂大老千插曲

The movies, the crazy big bang episodes.

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din6
jing2
fung1
kwong4
taai3
lou5
cin1
caap3
kuk1
About This Song

"" (Lone Star Tears), performed by the talented artist (Jenny Tseng), encapsulates the profound emotions of longing and solitude. The song's core theme revolves around the feelings of emptiness and yearning for home amidst life's struggles and hardships. The title itself evokes a sense of loneliness, suggesting that the heart is heavy with unexpressed sorrow, represented metaphorically by tears falling like distant stars. Throughout the lyrics, the artist captures the essence of feeling lost and isolated while encountering a world that seems indifferent to personal pain.

The narrative unfolds as the singer seeks guidance and companionship on a long and arduous journey. The lyrics speak to anyone who has ever felt the weight of the world on their shoulders, acknowledging both the disheartening reality of human connection and the bittersweet memories of familial love. They convey the deep-rooted desire to return to a place of warmth and safety"" (home)only to find that the path is shrouded in metaphorical reeds, implying a sense of obstruction and confusion. The cry for solace resonates universally, making this song touchingly relatable.

Musically, "" employs a traditional melodic structure while integrating emotional crescendos that enhance the feeling of yearning presented in the lyrics. The use of gentle piano and string elements creates a somber ambiance, allowing the listener to reflect on their own experiences of despair and nostalgia. Lyrically, the vivid imagerysuch as the low evening star illuminating a dark pathserves to draw listeners into the singer's internal world, utilizing metaphor and vivid descriptions to evoke deep emotional reactions.

Culturally, the song reflects a broader sentiment found in Chinese music, where themes of longing, family, and the trials of life are prevalent. It resonates particularly with audiences who appreciate the interplay between personal struggle and cultural identity, making it not just an artistic piece but also a reminder of the human experience's complexities. "" holds a beloved place in the hearts of many, capturing the delicate balance between hope and despair.

Song Details
Singer:
甄妮
Total Lines:
17