舊侶難忘

By 羅文

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
情是網 恨似劍

Love is a net, hate like a sword.

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cing4
si6
mong5
han6
ci5
gim3
護我心也傷我心

Protecting my heart hurt my heart.

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wu6
ngo5
sam1
jaa5
soeng1
ngo5
sam1
忘情心不忍難免有限

It's not easy to be impatient.

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mong6
cing4
sam1
fau2
jan5
no4
min5
jau6
haan6
為變劍網下人

And to the sword-scatterers.

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wai6
bin3
gim3
mong5
haa6
jan4
情是魔力有魔劍

Love is magic with a sword.

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cing4
si6
mo4
lik6
jau6
mo4
gim3
熱你心也苦你心

Your heart is burning and your heart is aching.

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jit6
nei5
sam1
jaa5
fu2
nei5
sam1
任你一生英雄真好漢

Let your hero be a hero for the rest of your life.

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jam6
nei5
jat1
sang1
jing1
hung4
zan1
hou3
hon3
亦難衝開心裏困 情厚義重

It's hard to escape the joy, the emotion, the weight of the truth.

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jik6
no4
cung3
hoi1
sam1
leoi5
kwan3
cing4
hau5
ji6
zung6
卻是有心偏不可報答

But they're not retaliatory.

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koek3
si6
jau6
sam1
pin1
fau2
ho2
bou3
daap3
情痴傷心史

A history of complacency and sadness.

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cing4
ci1
soeng1
sam1
si2
長懷痴心意 永留心中千百印

I've been thinking about it for a long time, and I've been thinking about it forever.

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zoeng6
waai4
ci1
sam1
ji3
wing5
lau4
sam1
zung1
cin1
mak6
ngan3
情厚義重 卻有是心偏不可報答

It's a lot of compassion, but it's also a lot of unrewarding.

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cing4
hau5
ji6
zung6
koek3
jau6
si6
sam1
pin1
fau2
ho2
bou3
daap3
情痴心痴 卻是緣盡我今生

I'm so obsessed with this, and I'm so obsessed with this.

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cing4
ci1
sam1
ci1
koek3
si6
jyun6
zeon6
ngo5
gam1
sang1
呀 長記舊情新怨 未舍朋情仇恨

Yes, and remember the old, the new, the new, the hateful, the hateful.

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haa1
zoeng6
gei3
gau6
cing4
san1
jyun3
mei6
se3
pang4
cing4
kau4
han6
長存傷心史 長懷痴心意

A long history of sadness and long memory.

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zoeng6
cyun4
soeng1
sam1
si2
zoeng6
waai4
ci1
sam1
ji3
永留心中千百印

And I'm always going to keep a thousand prints in my head.

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wing5
lau4
sam1
zung1
cin1
mak6
ngan3
情厚義重 卻是有心偏不可報答

It's kind of hard, but it's not rewarding.

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cing4
hau5
ji6
zung6
koek3
si6
jau6
sam1
pin1
fau2
ho2
bou3
daap3
情痴心痴 卻是緣盡我今生

I'm so obsessed with this, and I'm so obsessed with this.

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cing4
ci1
sam1
ci1
koek3
si6
jyun6
zeon6
ngo5
gam1
sang1
呀 長記舊情新怨 未舍朋情仇恨

Yes, and remember the old, the new, the new, the hateful, the hateful.

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haa1
zoeng6
gei3
gau6
cing4
san1
jyun3
mei6
se3
pang4
cing4
kau4
han6
長存傷心史 長懷痴心意

A long history of sadness and long memory.

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zoeng6
cyun4
soeng1
sam1
si2
zoeng6
waai4
ci1
sam1
ji3
永留心中千百印

And I'm always going to keep a thousand prints in my head.

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wing5
lau4
sam1
zung1
cin1
mak6
ngan3
長存傷心史 長懷痴心意

A long history of sadness and long memory.

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zoeng6
cyun4
soeng1
sam1
si2
zoeng6
waai4
ci1
sam1
ji3
永留心中千百印

And I'm always going to keep a thousand prints in my head.

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wing5
lau4
sam1
zung1
cin1
mak6
ngan3
沈勝衣 主題曲

The theme song

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sam2
sing3
ji3
zyu2
tai4
kuk1
About This Song

The song "" (Old Lovers Hard to Forget), performed by the renowned artist (Roman Tam), is a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the complexities of human emotions. At its heart, the song delves into the painful intricacies of romantic relationships, where deep affection () is intertwined with heartache (). The lyrics poignantly express the dual nature of emotionsa net that ensnares yet can also cause sufferingdepicting the struggle between the desire to forget and the inevitable memories that linger. This emotional core resonates with anyone who has grappled with the lasting impact of past relationships.

The narrative conveyed in the song captures the bittersweet essence of nostalgia as the speaker reflects on the intense feelings connected to old flames. Despite the joyful memories shared, there is an underlying current of sorrow, emphasizing that love can bring both joy and pain. The line "" ('heavy affection, deep loyalty') highlights the weightiness of true emotional connections, while the lamentation over unreciprocated feelings adds depth to the tale. The storytelling technique invites listeners to reflect on their own experiences, making it not only relatable but also profoundly impactful.

Musically, "" showcases elegant melodic lines and a rich orchestral arrangement that enhance the emotional delivery of the lyrics. The use of contrasting vocal dynamics captures the dichotomy of love and sorrow, with moments of powerful crescendos reflecting the intensity of emotions. Additionally, lyrical techniques such as repetition and metaphoric imagery paint a vivid picture of heartache and longing, allowing listeners to feel the weight of the lyrics in a visceral way.

Culturally, this song holds significance, as it taps into a universal theme of love and heartbreak that transcends linguistic barriers. It resonates deeply within the context of Cantonese pop culture, where interpersonal relationships and their complexities are often central to storytelling through music. The themes of enduring attachment and the struggle with past connections are common motifs that reflect societal values surrounding love and loyalty, making "" a timeless piece that speaks to the heart of human experience.

Song Details
Singer:
羅文
Total Lines:
24