倒刺

By 蕭瀟

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
愛會串連雙手

Love connects the two hands.

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oi3
wui6
gwaan3
lin4
soeng1
sau2
為了一點愛 甘心扣住雙手

And for a little love, you're willing to hold hands.

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wai6
liu4
jat1
dim2
oi3
gam1
sam1
kau3
zyu6
soeng1
sau2
愛錯了難分手

Love is hard to break up.

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oi3
laap6
liu4
no4
fan6
sau2
為了一點愛 不肯放如詛咒

For love, you refuse to curse.

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wai6
liu4
jat1
dim2
oi3
fau2
hoi2
fong3
jyu4
zo2
zau3
似倒刺藏胸口

It's like stabbing a person in the chest.

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ci5
dou2
cik3
zong6
hung1
hau2
為了一點痛 不肯決斷出手

I was in a painful state of being unwilling to leave.

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wai6
liu4
jat1
dim2
tung3
fau2
hoi2
kyut3
dyun6
ceot1
sau2
這倒刺留傷口

It stabbed the wound.

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ze5
dou2
cik3
lau4
soeng1
hau2
為了一點痛 心中也在爭鬥

It's a struggle in my mind.

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wai6
liu4
jat1
dim2
tung3
sam1
zung1
jaa5
zoi6
zaang1
dau6
講不出的苦痛最兇

The most excruciating pain.

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gong2
fau2
ceot1
dik1
fu2
tung3
zeoi3
hung1
一分鐘一千次進攻

A thousand attacks a minute.

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jat1
fan6
zung1
jat1
cin1
ci3
zeon3
gung1
一根刺 不經意 在心中

A stake in the heart.

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jat1
gan1
cik3
fau2
ging1
ji3
zoi6
sam1
zung1
剪一刀將感覺放鬆

Cutting a knife will make you feel relaxed.

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zin2
jat1
dou1
zoeng3
gam2
gok3
fong3
sung1
手一鬆一點鮮血會湧

It's a little bit of a bloodshed.

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sau2
jat1
sung1
jat1
dim2
sin2
hyut3
wui6
jung5
幾多怨 幾多痛 在心中

I was so angry, so hurt.

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gei2
do1
jyun3
gei2
do1
tung3
zoi6
sam1
zung1
誰不懂 我 放下你 怕被操縱

Who doesn't know? I'm leaving you alone, afraid of being manipulated.

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seoi4
fau2
dung2
ngo5
fong3
haa6
nei5
paa3
pei5
cou3
zung3
倒刺有如分手

It's like splitting.

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dou2
cik3
jau6
jyu4
fan6
sau2
長痛跟短痛 怎麼痛才輕鬆

Long-term pain and short-term pain are easy to get.

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zoeng6
tung3
gan1
dyun2
tung3
fim2
mo5
tung3
coi4
hing1
sung1
倒刺最難開口

It's the hardest thing to do.

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dou2
cik3
zeoi3
no4
hoi1
hau2
陣痛雖很痛 一解脱便輕鬆

It's a painful stomach ache, but it's a relief.

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zan6
tung3
seoi1
han2
tung3
jat1
haai5
tyut3
pin4
hing1
sung1
講不出的苦痛最兇

The most excruciating pain.

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gong2
fau2
ceot1
dik1
fu2
tung3
zeoi3
hung1
一分鐘一千次進攻

A thousand attacks a minute.

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jat1
fan6
zung1
jat1
cin1
ci3
zeon3
gung1
一根刺 不經意 在心中

A stake in the heart.

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jat1
gan1
cik3
fau2
ging1
ji3
zoi6
sam1
zung1
剪一刀將感覺放鬆

Cutting a knife will make you feel relaxed.

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zin2
jat1
dou1
zoeng3
gam2
gok3
fong3
sung1
手一鬆一點鮮血會湧

It's a little bit of a bloodshed.

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sau2
jat1
sung1
jat1
dim2
sin2
hyut3
wui6
jung5
幾多怨 幾多痛 填七孔

How many complaints, how many pains, how many holes.

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gei2
do1
jyun3
gei2
do1
tung3
zan3
cat1
hung2
誰不懂 我 放棄你 卻又失重

Who doesn't know that I gave you up and lost weight?

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seoi4
fau2
dung2
ngo5
fong3
hei3
nei5
koek3
jau6
sat1
zung6
我信一杯酒一口會蓋過這傷口

I'm sure a glass of wine will cover that hole.

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ngo5
seon3
jat1
bui1
zau2
jat1
hau2
wui6
koi3
gwo3
ze5
soeng1
hau2
再看今天傷口止血已覺足夠

And now, the bleeding is enough.

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zoi3
hon3
gam1
tin1
soeng1
hau2
zi2
hyut3
ji5
gok3
zuk1
gau3
倒刺卻似揹負罪名差點失救

But the stabbing was almost a guilt trip.

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dou2
cik3
koek3
ci5
be1
fu6
zeoi6
ming4
co1
dim2
sat1
gau3
誰令我 愛到滿是缺口

Who made me love the gap?

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seoi4
ling6
ngo5
oi3
dou3
mun6
si6
kyut3
hau2
講不出的苦痛最兇

The most excruciating pain.

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gong2
fau2
ceot1
dik1
fu2
tung3
zeoi3
hung1
一分鐘一千次進攻

A thousand attacks a minute.

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jat1
fan6
zung1
jat1
cin1
ci3
zeon3
gung1
一根刺 恨恨插 在心中

A sting of hatred and hatred in our hearts.

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jat1
gan1
cik3
han6
han6
caap3
zoi6
sam1
zung1
剪一刀將感覺放鬆

Cutting a knife will make you feel relaxed.

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zin2
jat1
dou1
zoeng3
gam2
gok3
fong3
sung1
手一鬆一點鮮血會湧

It's a little bit of a bloodshed.

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sau2
jat1
sung1
jat1
dim2
sin2
hyut3
wui6
jung5
幾多怨 幾多痛 填七孔

How many complaints, how many pains, how many holes.

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gei2
do1
jyun3
gei2
do1
tung3
zan3
cat1
hung2
誰不懂 我 放棄你 卻又失重

Who doesn't know that I gave you up and lost weight?

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seoi4
fau2
dung2
ngo5
fong3
hei3
nei5
koek3
jau6
sat1
zung6
捱得住痛 血停了那日止痛

The pain was gone, and the bleeding stopped that day.

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ngaai4
dak1
zyu6
tung3
hyut3
ting4
liu4
no6
mik6
zi2
tung3
About This Song

The song "" ("Thorn") by explores the complexities of love and heartbreak through vivid imagery and poignant emotions. At its core, the song delves into the pain associated with love, particularly the difficulty of letting go. It paints a picture of love as a double-edged sword, where the desire to hold on intertwines with the anguish of unresolved feelings. The recurring metaphor of a thorn symbolizes not only the hurt that love can inflict but also the struggle of coping with that pain.

The narrative conveyed in "" revolves around the conflicts of emotions experienced during a breakup. The lyrics articulate the singer's internal battle, highlighting feelings of attachment and the difficulty in severing ties with a former lover. As the singer grapples with the agony of love lost, there's a sense of vulnerability and desperation, as well as a desire for emotional release. The lyrics underscore the paradox of longing for affection while simultaneously dealing with the deep-seated hurt that has been caused.

Musically, the song is well-crafted with a haunting melody that enhances the emotional weight of the lyrics. The use of contrasting dynamicssoft verses that build into more powerful chorusesmirrors the fluctuating feelings of love and sorrow. Lyrically, employs metaphor and vivid imagery, such as "" ("A thorn ruthlessly stabbed in the heart"), creating striking visuals that deepen the listener's emotional experience. The repetitive structure of the lyrics mirrors the relentless thoughts that haunt the singer, emphasizing the inescapable nature of heartache.

Culturally, "" resonates with many listeners, particularly in contexts where love and relationships are viewed through a nuanced lens. It speaks to universal experiences of love and loss, making it relatable to a broad audience. The song captures the essence of emotional turmoil that often accompanies relationships in contemporary society, reflecting the struggles people face while navigating their feelings in the intricate dance of love.

Song Details
Singer:
蕭瀟
Total Lines:
38