功夫之城

By 葉振棠

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
一招一式間

One trick at a time.

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jat1
ziu1
jat1
sik1
haan4
俊俏你的臉

You look beautiful.

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zeon2
nei5
dik1
lim5
那年月裏的光影

The shadow of light in that month.

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no6
nin4
jyut6
leoi5
dik1
gwong1
jing2
仍然繞漾着懷念

I still miss it.

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jing4
jin4
jiu5
joeng6
jyu3
waai4
nim6
過去是經典

The past is a classic.

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gwo3
heoi3
si6
ging1
din2
寫滿崇拜和思念

It's full of worship and thought.

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se2
mun6
sung4
baai3
wo4
soi1
nim6
留住朗朗叫嘯聲

Keep the rattle going.

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lau4
zyu6
long5
long5
giu3
siu3
sing1
激情一生都不變

Passion is the same.

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gik1
cing4
jat1
sang1
dou1
fau2
bin3
多少的身姿

How much more.

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do1
siu3
dik1
jyun4
zi1
遠去已不見

Far from it.

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jyun6
heoi3
ji5
fau2
jin6
要看手快有詠春

We're going to see if there's spring.

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jiu3
hon3
sau2
faai3
jau6
wing6
ceon1
標指進攻掌應變

The target is the attack on the resistance.

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biu1
zi2
zeon3
gung1
zoeng2
jing3
bin3
蔡李佛高手

He is a high-ranking man.

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saat3
lei5
fat6
gou1
sau2
剛勁力猛如漂石

The hardness is like a rock.

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gong1
ging6
lik6
maang5
jyu4
piu3
sek6
洪拳意氣發聲威

Hong-Fuk made a name for himself.

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hung4
kyun4
ji3
hei3
fat3
sing1
wai1
虎形鶴步動作健

Tiger-shaped, steep-walking movements.

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fu2
jing4
hok6
fau6
dung6
zok3
gin6
練武功伸手挺肩

You can do it with your hands out and your shoulders out.

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lin6
mou5
gung1
san1
sau2
ting5
gin1
練膽氣用鐵石磨練

And you have the courage to grind it with iron.

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lin6
daam2
hei3
jung6
tit3
sek6
mo6
lin6
歲月顯真功因有你互勉

You're encouraging each other every month.

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seoi3
jyut6
hin2
zan1
gung1
jan1
jau6
nei5
wu6
min5
功夫名城奮力同創先

Gung-ho is a city of innovation.

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gung1
fu4
ming4
sing4
fan3
lik6
tung4
cong3
sin3
習武功令身心更堅

Shi Jitsu is a powerful exercise.

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zap6
mou5
gung1
ling6
jyun4
sam1
gang3
gin1
將實踐用哲學提煉

And I'm going to practice philosophy.

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zoeng3
sat6
zin6
jung6
kit3
hok6
tai4
lin6
熱血寫新篇

I was writing a new book.

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jit6
hyut3
se2
san1
pin1
友情從不變

Friendship never changes.

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jau5
cing4
zung6
fau2
bin3
歲月長讓你我懷念

The years have made me miss you.

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seoi3
jyut6
zoeng6
joeng6
nei5
ngo5
waai4
nim6
多少的身姿

How much more.

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do1
siu3
dik1
jyun4
zi1
遠去已不見

Far from it.

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jyun6
heoi3
ji5
fau2
jin6
要看手快有詠春

We're going to see if there's spring.

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jiu3
hon3
sau2
faai3
jau6
wing6
ceon1
標指進攻掌應變

The target is the attack on the resistance.

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biu1
zi2
zeon3
gung1
zoeng2
jing3
bin3
蔡李佛高手

He is a high-ranking man.

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saat3
lei5
fat6
gou1
sau2
剛勁力猛如漂石

The hardness is like a rock.

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gong1
ging6
lik6
maang5
jyu4
piu3
sek6
洪拳意氣發聲威

Hong-Fuk made a name for himself.

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hung4
kyun4
ji3
hei3
fat3
sing1
wai1
虎形鶴步動作健

Tiger-shaped, steep-walking movements.

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fu2
jing4
hok6
fau6
dung6
zok3
gin6
練武功伸手挺肩

You can do it with your hands out and your shoulders out.

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lin6
mou5
gung1
san1
sau2
ting5
gin1
練膽氣用鐵石磨練

And you have the courage to grind it with iron.

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lin6
daam2
hei3
jung6
tit3
sek6
mo6
lin6
歲月顯真功因有你互勉

You're encouraging each other every month.

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seoi3
jyut6
hin2
zan1
gung1
jan1
jau6
nei5
wu6
min5
功夫名城奮力同創先

Gung-ho is a city of innovation.

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gung1
fu4
ming4
sing4
fan3
lik6
tung4
cong3
sin3
習武功令身心更堅

Shi Jitsu is a powerful exercise.

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zap6
mou5
gung1
ling6
jyun4
sam1
gang3
gin1
將實踐用哲學提煉

And I'm going to practice philosophy.

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zoeng3
sat6
zin6
jung6
kit3
hok6
tai4
lin6
熱血寫新篇

I was writing a new book.

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jit6
hyut3
se2
san1
pin1
友情從不變

Friendship never changes.

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jau5
cing4
zung6
fau2
bin3
歲月長讓正氣再展

The months have been a positive one.

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seoi3
jyut6
zoeng6
joeng6
zing3
hei3
zoi3
zin2
練武功伸手挺肩

You can do it with your hands out and your shoulders out.

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lin6
mou5
gung1
san1
sau2
ting5
gin1
練膽氣用鐵石磨練

And you have the courage to grind it with iron.

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lin6
daam2
hei3
jung6
tit3
sek6
mo6
lin6
歲月顯真功因有你互勉

You're encouraging each other every month.

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seoi3
jyut6
hin2
zan1
gung1
jan1
jau6
nei5
wu6
min5
功夫名城奮力同創先

Gung-ho is a city of innovation.

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gung1
fu4
ming4
sing4
fan3
lik6
tung4
cong3
sin3
習武功令身心更堅

Shi Jitsu is a powerful exercise.

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zap6
mou5
gung1
ling6
jyun4
sam1
gang3
gin1
積浩氣立志在揚善

The tendency of the blocks is to improve.

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zik1
hou6
hei3
lap6
zi3
zoi6
joeng4
sin6
熱血寫新篇

I was writing a new book.

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jit6
hyut3
se2
san1
pin1
正義從不變

Justice never changes.

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zing3
ji6
zung6
fau2
bin3
歲月長讓正氣延展

The months of the year extend the positive.

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seoi3
jyut6
zoeng6
joeng6
zing3
hei3
jin4
zin2
歲月長讓正氣延展

The months of the year extend the positive.

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seoi3
jyut6
zoeng6
joeng6
zing3
hei3
jin4
zin2
About This Song

"" (Kung Fu City) by (Yip Chun Tong) is a powerful homage to the martial arts tradition and the emotional resonance it holds for practitioners and enthusiasts alike. The song captures the essence of dedication, nostalgia, and the honor embedded within martial arts culture. The lyrics eloquently reflect upon the legacy of past masters, the beauty of martial forms, and the undying spirit of friendship and camaraderie among practitioners, emphasizing the profound connections forged through shared battles and training experiences.

The narrative woven through the song is one of reverence for the past and a recognition of the journey toward mastery in martial arts. It speaks to the idea that the techniques and philosophies learned are not merely physical practices but are deeply intertwined with personal growth and resilience. Through lines that highlight the rigorous training and the mental fortitude required, the song portrays martial arts not only as a skill set but as a lifestyle choice that shapes character and instills an enduring sense of justice and righteousness.

Musically, the song features traditional elements that resonate with its cultural roots, likely incorporating evocative instrumentation that mirrors the dynamism of martial arts movements. The lyrics employ vivid imagery and actionable metaphors, such as "" (quick hands to adapt in attack), which paint a picture of the flexible yet powerful techniques characteristic of various martial styles. The use of repetition and rhythmic pacing contributes to a sense of urgency and excitement, drawing listeners into the exhilarating world of kung fu.

Culturally, "" serves not only as a tribute to martial arts but also as a celebration of the cultural heritage that kung fu embodies. It taps into the shared pride among those who practice and respect this age-old art form, reinforcing concepts such as loyalty, honor, and perseverance. As generations pass, songs like this remind us of the vital connection between tradition and modern identity, urging a continued dedication to the principles of justice and mentorship that martial arts foster.

Song Details
Singer:
葉振棠
Total Lines:
52