棋逢敵手

By 胡鴻鈞

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
閉上眼成全漫天黑暗

I closed my eyes and it was dark all day.

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bai3
soeng6
ngaan5
seng4
cyun4
maan4
tin1
hak1
am3
人人同時亦有些私隱

People have privacy.

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jan4
jan4
tung4
si4
jik6
jau6
se1
si1
jan3
若我與你海角共沉

If I sink with your horn,

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joek6
ngo5
jyu6
nei5
hoi2
luk6
gung6
zam6
還是勝過天地獨行

Or to walk alone through the heavens and the earth.

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waan4
si6
sing3
gwo3
tin1
deng6
duk6
hong6
延續最多紛爭 有無盡滿足感

The most persistent argument is the most satisfying.

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jin4
zuk6
zeoi3
do1
fan1
zaang1
jau6
mou4
zeon6
mun6
zuk1
gam2
這世界從來就不公允

The world is never fair.

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ze5
sai3
gaai3
zung6
loi6
zau6
fau2
gung1
wan5
人人隨時或有假天真

People are either fake naive or fake.

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jan4
jan4
ceoi4
si4
waak6
jau6
gaa2
tin1
zan1
是我夠坦率去做人

I'm honest enough to be a man.

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si6
ngo5
gau3
taan2
seot1
heoi3
zou6
jan4
還是我夠演技成分

Or I'm just acting.

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waan4
si6
ngo5
gau3
jin5
gei6
seng4
fan6
良善愛心惻隱 你能被我吸引

You're attracted to me.

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loeng4
sin6
oi3
sam1
cak1
jan3
nei5
toi4
pei5
ngo5
ngap1
jan5
誰能知道日後

Who knows what the future will bring?

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seoi4
toi4
zi3
dou6
mik6
hau6
我不怕共你激戰再獨鬥

I'm not afraid to fight with you and fight alone.

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ngo5
fau2
paa3
gung6
nei5
gik1
zin3
zoi3
duk6
dau6
有你在狂風中不恐懼

Some of you are not afraid of the wind.

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jau6
nei5
zoi6
kwong4
fung3
zung1
fau2
hung2
geoi2
笑傲中相聚 光陰匆匆如水

They gathered together in a smile, shining like water.

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siu3
ngou6
zung1
soeng2
zeoi6
gwong1
jam3
jyu4
seoi2
平淡也牽得到你手

And the lightness is in your hand.

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ping4
taam4
jaa5
hin1
dak1
dou3
nei5
sau2
若有幸頑石終會變做金鑽

If you're lucky, the stones will turn into gold.

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joek6
jau6
hang6
waan4
sek6
zung1
wui6
bin3
zou6
gam1
zyun1
棋逢敵手鬥下去

The chessboard is the enemy's hand.

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kei4
pung4
dik6
sau2
dau6
haa6
heoi3
不枉惡鬥風猛吹

And the winds of evil are blowing unjustly.

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fau2
wong2
ok3
dau6
fung3
maang5
ceoi3
緣份加上遷就

So, why,

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jyun6
fan6
gaa3
soeng6
cin1
zau6
要應有盡有永遠也不夠

It should be, and it's never enough.

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jiu3
jing3
jau6
zeon6
jau6
wing5
jyun6
jaa5
fau2
gau3
與你共對千般的感受

I feel like I'm in a relationship with you.

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jyu6
nei5
gung6
deoi3
cin1
pun4
dik1
gam2
sau6
努力的守候 只需一起同分憂

The hard-working waiters share their anxieties.

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nou5
lik6
dik1
sau3
hau6
zi2
seoi1
jat1
hei2
tung4
fan6
jau1
徬徨或鬥嘴都不會走

No fuss or fight will go away.

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bong6
wong4
waak6
dau6
zeoi2
dou1
fau2
wui6
zau2
讓隔膜明日消散愛永久

Let the diaphragm disappear forever.

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joeng6
gaak3
mou4
ming4
mik6
siu1
saan3
oi3
wing5
gau2
像個舉世蜜友

Like a honeymoon companion.

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zoeng6
go3
geoi2
sai3
mat6
jau5
唯獨你得到天意獨厚

You're the only one who gets unique.

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wai4
duk6
nei5
dak1
dou3
tin1
ji3
duk6
hau5
這世界從來就不公允

The world is never fair.

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ze5
sai3
gaai3
zung6
loi6
zau6
fau2
gung1
wan5
人人隨時或有假天真

People are either fake naive or fake.

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jan4
jan4
ceoi4
si4
waak6
jau6
gaa2
tin1
zan1
是我夠坦率去做人

I'm honest enough to be a man.

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si6
ngo5
gau3
taan2
seot1
heoi3
zou6
jan4
還是我夠演技成分

Or I'm just acting.

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waan4
si6
ngo5
gau3
jin5
gei6
seng4
fan6
良善愛心惻隱 你能被我吸引

You're attracted to me.

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loeng4
sin6
oi3
sam1
cak1
jan3
nei5
toi4
pei5
ngo5
ngap1
jan5
誰能知道日後

Who knows what the future will bring?

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seoi4
toi4
zi3
dou6
mik6
hau6
我不怕共你激戰再獨鬥

I'm not afraid to fight with you and fight alone.

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ngo5
fau2
paa3
gung6
nei5
gik1
zin3
zoi3
duk6
dau6
有你在狂風中不恐懼

Some of you are not afraid of the wind.

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jau6
nei5
zoi6
kwong4
fung3
zung1
fau2
hung2
geoi2
笑傲中相聚 光陰匆匆如水

They gathered together in a smile, shining like water.

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siu3
ngou6
zung1
soeng2
zeoi6
gwong1
jam3
jyu4
seoi2
平淡也牽得到你手

And the lightness is in your hand.

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ping4
taam4
jaa5
hin1
dak1
dou3
nei5
sau2
若有幸頑石終會變做金鑽

If you're lucky, the stones will turn into gold.

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joek6
jau6
hang6
waan4
sek6
zung1
wui6
bin3
zou6
gam1
zyun1
棋逢敵手鬥下去

The chessboard is the enemy's hand.

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kei4
pung4
dik6
sau2
dau6
haa6
heoi3
不枉惡鬥風猛吹

And the winds of evil are blowing unjustly.

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fau2
wong2
ok3
dau6
fung3
maang5
ceoi3
誠實加上慌話

Honesty and panic.

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sing4
sat6
gaa3
soeng6
fong2
waa6
我跟你樂趣永遠也不追究

I'll never go after your fun.

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ngo5
gan1
nei5
ngok6
cuk1
wing5
jyun6
jaa5
fau2
zeoi1
gau3
與你做戲千般的享受

I'm going to have fun with you.

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jyu6
nei5
zou6
hei3
cin1
pun4
dik1
hoeng2
sau6
各自的荒謬 只需一起能相守

We need to stand up for our own absurdities.

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gok3
zi6
dik1
fong1
mau6
zi2
seoi1
jat1
hei2
toi4
soeng2
sau3
強詞奪理都找到藉口

And the use of force is an excuse.

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koeng5
ci4
dyut6
lei5
dou1
zaau2
dou3
ze6
hau2
讓廢話全部編作愛滿口

Let the nonsense be made up of love.

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joeng6
fai3
waa6
cyun4
bou6
pin1
zok3
oi3
mun6
hau2
劇鬥幾次還有

There's a lot of drama going on.

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kek6
dau6
gei2
ci3
waan4
jau6
成敗裏多少感到內疚

How much regret you feel about failure?

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seng4
baai6
leoi5
do1
siu3
gam2
dou3
noi6
gau3
徐子珊

Xu Xuan is a young woman.

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ceoi4
zi2
saan1
About This Song

The song "" (or "A Clash of Opponents") by is a thought-provoking exploration of love, competition, and the complexities inherent in human relationships. The central theme revolves around the idea of two individuals who face life's challenges together, portraying a duality of conflict and camaraderie. This interplay of opposites is not only emotional but also serves to highlight the richness of their bond, as every battlebe it personal or emotionalbecomes a testament to their connection.

In essence, the lyrics tell a powerful story of resilience and acceptance, as the singer reflects on the unfairness of the world and the nature of human interactions. The song encapsulates the struggle of being true to oneself while navigating the hypocrisies that can exist in relationships. By admitting both vulnerability and strength, the artist conveys a message of sincerity and loyalty, emphasizing that love can endure even amidst fierce debates or moments of doubt. The recurring motif of facing adversities together reinforces the notion that there is beauty in shared struggles, ultimately leading to personal growth and deeper bonds.

Musically, employs a melodic structure that gracefully weaves through emotional highs and lows, paralleling the lyrical content. Notable techniques include the use of metaphors, such as comparing relationship dynamics to a chess match, where each move carries weight and consequence. The rhythmic fluctuations contrast between moments of tension and resolution, mirroring the emotional journey described in the lyrics. This musicality beautifully complements the heartfelt expressions found in the verses, enhancing the overall impact of the song.

The song's cultural significance lies in its reflection of contemporary issues regarding authenticity in relationships and societal expectations. In a world that often prioritizes superficial appearances, 's work resonates with audiences seeking deeper emotional connections. By addressing themes of honesty, mutual understanding, and the acceptance of imperfections, "" becomes a modern anthem for those navigating the complexities of love and friendship, illustrating how shared experiences can forge unbreakable ties.

Song Details
Singer:
胡鴻鈞
Total Lines:
48