福氣

By 葉倩文

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
毋須低起頭 和眼中裝滿淚

He had to get his head up and his eyes filled with tears.

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mou4
seoi1
dai1
hei2
tau4
wo4
ngaan5
zung1
zong1
mun6
leoi6
前行有新宇宙 精彩等你追

There's a new universe ahead of you, and it's great to be following you.

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cin4
hong6
jau6
san1
jyu5
zau6
zing1
coi2
ting2
nei5
zeoi1
共你分手以後 將多了空虛

And when you're done with it, it's going to be empty.

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gung6
nei5
fan6
sau2
jyu5
hau6
zoeng3
do1
liu4
hung3
heoi1
但延和席必有聚散 風必需要吹

But the table and the table shall be scattered, and the wind shall blow.

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daan6
jin4
wo4
zik6
bit1
jau6
zeoi6
saan3
fung3
bit1
seoi1
jiu3
ceoi3
河水必須流 朋友你不須帶淚

The river must flow, my friend. You don't have to bring tears.

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ho2
seoi2
bit1
seoi1
lau4
pang4
jau5
nei5
fau2
seoi1
daai3
leoi6
人何處不再聚 好比山與水

People are no longer in the same place, like mountains and water.

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jan4
ho6
syu3
fau2
zoi3
zeoi6
hou3
bei3
saan1
jyu6
seoi2
若愛得真那慛 有別離有聚

If you truly love that, you're separated.

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joek6
oi3
dak1
zan1
no6
jau6
bit6
lei4
jau6
zeoi6
是從前令今天可貴 雖分不告吹

It was a great day, but it was never announced.

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si6
zung6
cin4
ling6
gam1
tin1
ho2
gwai3
seoi1
fan6
fau2
guk1
ceoi3
而每一節歌 將似有關你共我

And every verse of the song is about you and me.

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nang4
mei5
jat1
zit3
go1
zoeng3
ci5
jau6
gwaan1
nei5
gung6
ngo5
來年懷念你定會一天天更多

And next year, you'll miss it more.

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loi6
nin4
waai4
nim6
nei5
ding6
wui6
jat1
tin1
tin1
gang3
do1
人生的兜轉雖有些奈何

And the turning point in my life is that I'm not sure.

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jan4
sang1
dik1
dau1
zyun3
seoi1
jau6
se1
noi6
ho6
和你碰到 有福氣是我

I was lucky to meet you.

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wo4
nei5
pung3
dou3
jau6
fuk1
hei3
si6
ngo5
每一個山分各不開你共我

Every mountain is not separating you from me.

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mei5
jat1
go3
saan1
fan6
gok3
fau2
hoi1
nei5
gung6
ngo5
而暗中思你念我

And I think you're missing me.

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nang4
am3
zung1
soi1
nei5
nim6
ngo5
只會一天天更多如要我再選

It's just going to be more like a reelection.

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zi2
wui6
jat1
tin1
tin1
gang3
do1
jyu4
jiu3
ngo5
zoi3
syun3
也選跟你結識過

And choose to get along with you.

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jaa5
syun3
gan1
nei5
lit3
zi3
gwo3
和你碰到 有福氣是我

I was lucky to meet you.

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wo4
nei5
pung3
dou3
jau6
fuk1
hei3
si6
ngo5
人生的兜轉雖有些奈何

And the turning point in my life is that I'm not sure.

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jan4
sang1
dik1
dau1
zyun3
seoi1
jau6
se1
noi6
ho6
然而曾互牽 不枉過是我

But it was me who was the one who was the one who was the one who was the one who was the one who was the one who was the one who was the one who was the one who was the one who was the one who was the one who was the one who was the one who was the one who was the one who was the one who was the one who was the one who was the one who was the one who was the one who was the one who was the one who was the one who was the one who was the one who was the one who was the one who was the one who wa

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jin4
nang4
zang1
wu6
hin1
fau2
wong2
gwo3
si6
ngo5
About This Song

The song "" (translated as "Fortune") by the renowned artist (Sandy Lam) explores deep themes of love, separation, and the appreciation of past relationships. The emotional core of the song revolves around the bittersweet nostalgia that follows a breakup. Despite an initial feeling of emptiness and loss, the lyrics reflect gratitude for the shared experiences and the moments spent with a loved one. The overarching message embraces the duality of love and loss, suggesting that even when relationships dissolve, the memories associated with them add value to one's life.

The narrative conveyed through the lyrics hints at the inevitability of parting ways in life, likening it to natural elements such as rivers that must flow and the cyclical nature of friendships. Interestingly, the song acknowledges the reality of separation while also underlining that the essence of lovewhen genuineallows for both togetherness and distance. This leads to a rich, reflective spirit within the listener, ultimately concluding that meeting and spending time with significant people is a stroke of 'fortune' despite the lows of heartache.

Musically, the track is characterized by its flowing melody, which complements the lyrical theme perfectly. Notable elements include the use of metaphors drawn from nature and the serenity of water, symbolizing the passage of time and emotional movement. The chorus evokes a sense of yearning, repeating thoughts of the beloved, which adds to the poignant feeling of reminiscence. The lyrical techniques employed, such as parallelism and vivid imagery, serve to deepen the emotional resonance of the song, allowing listeners to connect on a more meaningful level.

In a cultural sense, "" touches upon shared themes prevalent in Chinese music and poetrylove, fate, and the idea of 'fortune' as it relates to human connections. It encapsulates the Chinese perspective on relationships, emphasizing the importance of cherishing memories and the transient nature of life. This song, rooted in heartfelt sentiments, resonates with audiences across generations, making it a significant piece in 's repertoire and within the broader landscape of Chinese pop music.

Song Details
Singer:
葉倩文
Total Lines:
19