白頭到老

By 蔡卓妍

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
我們也許老十歲 肥了也鈍了

We're probably 10 years old, fat and dumb.

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ngo5
mun4
jaa5
heoi2
lou5
sap6
seoi3
fai6
liu4
jaa5
deon6
liu4
我們也許老廿歲 頭髮雪白了

We're probably in our 20s, and we're gray hair.

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ngo5
mun4
jaa5
heoi2
lou5
jap6
seoi3
tau4
fat3
syut3
baak6
liu4
戴着老花烏蠅鏡 別人在笑

And the other person smiled.

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daai3
jyu3
lou5
waa6
wu1
jing1
geng3
bit6
jan4
zoi6
siu3
傻傻外表 要笑隨便笑

You have to smile, smile at all times.

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so4
so4
oi6
biu2
jiu3
siu3
ceoi4
pin4
siu3
我們也許老十歲 脾氣會暴躁

We're probably ten years old, and we're going to be angry.

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ngo5
mun4
jaa5
heoi2
lou5
sap6
seoi3
pei4
hei3
wui6
buk6
cou3
我們也許記憶體 比不上那電腦

We may have a better memory than that computer.

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ngo5
mun4
jaa5
heoi2
gei3
jik1
tai2
bei3
fau2
soeng6
no6
din6
nou5
往後缺點一匹布 未能盡訴

And the one thing that was missing was the unfinished business.

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wong5
hau6
kyut3
dim2
jat1
pat1
bou3
mei6
toi4
zeon6
sou3
閒來互數 鬥氣的兩老

Two old men who were fighting, counting each other.

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haan4
loi6
wu6
sou3
dau6
hei3
dik1
loeng5
lou5
難以像十四歲地大勇

It's hard to be brave like a 14-year-old.

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no4
jyu5
zoeng6
sap6
sei3
seoi3
deng6
taai3
jung6
冤家般相處你罵我罵你蠢

You're being a fool. You're being a fool.

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jyun1
ze1
pun4
soeng2
syu3
nei5
maa6
ngo5
maa6
nei5
ceon2
肥胖多一寸 你別嫌我重

I'm overweight, and you don't hate me.

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fai6
pun4
do1
jat1
cyun3
nei5
bit6
jim4
ngo5
zung6
都不需鞭撻你未夠上進

You don't need a whip. You don't need a whip.

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dou1
fau2
seoi1
bin1
taat3
nei5
mei6
gau3
soeng6
zeon3
難以像十八歲地自信

It's hard to be as confident as an 18-year-old.

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no4
jyu5
zoeng6
sap6
baat3
seoi3
deng6
zi6
seon3
今生於家裏你做我平安鍾

You're my home-born friend.

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gam1
sang1
wu1
ze1
leoi5
nei5
zou6
ngo5
ping4
on1
zung1
爭執後對你總會服從 信不信

You're always going to be subject to your beliefs and disagreements.

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zaang1
zap1
hau6
deoi3
nei5
zung2
wui6
fuk6
zung6
seon3
fau2
seon3
我們也許再十歲 長氣過巨肺

We're probably 10 years older than our lungs.

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ngo5
mun4
jaa5
heoi2
zoi3
sap6
seoi3
zoeng6
hei3
gwo3
geoi6
pui3
我們也許再廿歲 回去見上帝

We may be 20 years old and we'll be back with God.

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ngo5
mun4
jaa5
heoi2
zoi3
jap6
seoi3
wui4
heoi3
jin6
soeng6
dai3
有日記憶都衰退 剩餘默契

Sometimes the memory goes down, and there's a little bit of a deadlock.

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jau6
mik6
gei3
jik1
dou1
seoi1
teoi3
zing6
jyu4
mak6
sit3
眉頭路軌 印證這半世

The trajectory of the forehead is halfway through the world.

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mei4
tau4
lou6
gwai2
ngan3
zing3
ze5
bun3
sai3
我怕你老了血壓比我高

I'm afraid your blood pressure is higher than mine.

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ngo5
paa3
nei5
lou5
liu4
hyut3
ngaat3
bei3
ngo5
gou1
你想吃西餅 我又會御準

You want to eat a sandwich, I'll do it again.

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nei5
soeng2
hek3
sai1
bing2
ngo5
jau6
wui6
jyu6
zyut3
只盼望你我好好一起到老 活在鬥氣中

I just hope you'll be with me in my old age, living in a fighting spirit.

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zi2
paan3
mong6
nei5
ngo5
hou3
hou3
jat1
hei2
dou3
lou5
wut6
zoi6
dau6
hei3
zung1
見證你這個百歲的老翁

See this 100-year-old man.

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jin6
zing3
nei5
ze5
go3
mak6
seoi3
dik1
lou5
jung1
養好你身體 跟我追求一點衝動

Feed your body and follow me in pursuit of a little impulse.

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joeng5
hou3
nei5
jyun4
tai2
gan1
ngo5
zeoi1
kau4
jat1
dim2
cung3
dung6
年華老去 仍然愛發夢

He still loves to dream, even in his old age.

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nin4
waa6
lou5
heoi3
jing4
jin4
oi3
fat3
mung6
難以像十四歲地大勇

It's hard to be brave like a 14-year-old.

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no4
jyu5
zoeng6
sap6
sei3
seoi3
deng6
taai3
jung6
穿梭機先進到共你沒法懂

You can't understand the progress of the machine.

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cyun1
so1
gei1
sin3
zeon3
dou3
gung6
nei5
mei6
fat3
dung2
留在公園裏散步隨處碰

I'm walking around the park and touching everything.

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lau4
zoi6
gung1
jyun2
leoi5
saan3
fau6
ceoi4
syu3
pung3
當枴杖的你會為我護送

When you're carrying a cane, you're going to be carrying it for me.

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dong3
zoeng6
dik1
nei5
wui6
wai6
ngo5
wu6
sung3
難以像十八歲地自信

It's hard to be as confident as an 18-year-old.

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no4
jyu5
zoeng6
sap6
baat3
seoi3
deng6
zi6
seon3
孫女一出世註定你做公公

You're going to be a groom when your granddaughter is born.

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syun1
neoi6
jat1
ceot1
sai3
zyu3
ding6
nei5
zou6
gung1
gung1
當生命去到真正動容 你會懂

And when life really gets to the point where it's moving, you'll understand.

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dong3
sang1
ming6
heoi3
dou3
zan1
zing3
dung6
jung4
nei5
wui6
dung2
只希望有你一個認同 我相信

I just want to get a little recognition from you.

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zi2
hei1
mong6
jau6
nei5
jat1
go3
jing6
tung4
ngo5
soeng2
seon3
About This Song

The song "" (Growing Old Together) by (Charlene Choi) explores the profound yet light-hearted journey of aging and the enduring love shared between partners as they grow older. The main theme revolves around the inevitability of aging, depicted through lyrical musings about physical changes, emotional growth, and the passage of time in a relationship. The emotional core is anchored in the acceptance of the imperfections that come with age and the joy found in the companionship that persists through these changes, emphasizing a deep bond that only strengthens with time.

The narrative unfolds with a reflection on how both partners may change, growing not only older but also more robust in their connection despite the trivial squabbles and frustrations that tend to arise in long-term relationships. There is an interplay between humor and vulnerability as the lyrics candidly address issues like deteriorating memory and physical appearance, yet maintain a tone of optimism and affection. The underlying story presents a realistic, yet endearing portrait of love that sees beauty in the burdens of aging, illustrating how mutual understanding can triumph over life's challenges.

From a musical perspective, the song utilizes a melodic structure that complements its heartfelt lyrics. The catchy tune and gentle instrumentation create a warm and inviting atmosphere, while poignant lyrical techniques, such as vivid imagery and conversational language, allow listeners to relate personally to the singer's reflections. The playful yet sincere tone invites listeners to share in the nostalgia and future aspirations of a couple growing old together, resonating with anyone who has experienced love and companionship.

Culturally, "" taps into the Asian societal values of family and lifelong commitment, highlighting the importance of enduring partnerships as a symbol of stability and continuity. In a fast-paced world where connections often fracture, this song champions the beauty of staying together through the ups and downs of life, encouraging a mindset that treasures long-lasting bonds. It is a heartfelt reminder that true love remains resilient, regardless of age, and serves as an anthem for couples navigating the journey of life hand in hand.

Song Details
Singer:
蔡卓妍
Total Lines:
33