倒刺

By 薛凱琪

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
如畫如詩 醉生無知

It's like painting, like poetry, drunken ignorance.

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jyu4
waak6
jyu4
si1
zeoi3
sang1
mou4
zi3
落線潑墨 任性飛濺

It's a linear ink, a flexible fly.

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lok6
sin3
put3
maak6
jam6
sing3
fei1
zin3
如花如煙 半生誰知

Like flowers like smoke, half a lifetime, who knows?

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jyu4
waa6
jyu4
jin1
bun3
sang1
seoi4
zi3
尚有缺憾 夢死過後聽見

It's still a shame to dream of dying.

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soeng6
jau6
kyut3
ham6
mung6
si2
gwo3
hau6
teng1
jin6
原諒了你 總可惜聲線

I'm sorry, but I'm sorry about the voice.

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jyun5
loeng6
liu4
nei5
zung2
ho2
sik1
sing1
sin3
埋藏憾事 如伏線

It's like a trap.

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maai4
zong6
ham6
si6
jyu4
fuk6
sin3
如日記裏的一根倒刺

It's like a punch in a journal.

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jyu4
mik6
gei3
leoi5
dik1
jat1
gan1
dou2
cik3
無從自拔 何自騙

I never stood up, I never cheated myself.

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mou4
zung6
zi6
bat6
ho6
zi6
pin3
原諒了你 誰在最尾 還是怪你

I'm sorry, who's the last to blame?

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jyun5
loeng6
liu4
nei5
seoi4
zoi6
zeoi3
mei5
waan4
si6
gwaai3
nei5
如假如真 語出無心

If you're honest, you're not.

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jyu4
gaa2
jyu4
zan1
jyu6
ceot1
mou4
sam1
夢裏責罰 沒法安枕

In my dreams, I'm punished for not being able to put my pillow down.

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mung6
leoi5
zaak3
fat6
mei6
fat3
on1
zam2
拔起連根 痛不欲生

I'm going to take the root and I'm going to die.

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bat6
hei2
lin4
gan1
tung3
fau2
juk6
sang1
但卻慶幸 換了美麗教訓

But fortunately, it's a beautiful lesson.

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daan6
koek3
hing3
hang6
wun6
liu4
mei5
lai6
gaau3
fan3
誰亦有過 解不到的結

And there are some unbreakable links.

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seoi4
jik6
jau6
gwo3
haai5
fau2
dou3
dik1
lit3
密佈懸疑 如亂線

There are dangers, like a line of scratch.

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mat6
bou3
jyun4
ji4
jyu4
lyun6
sin3
誰亦有過 勾心的倒刺

And who has had a heart attack?

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seoi4
jik6
jau6
gwo3
ngau1
sam1
dik1
dou2
cik3
無從自拔和自騙

No self-deception and self-deception.

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mou4
zung6
zi6
bat6
wo4
zi6
pin3
誰亦跌過 誰亦痛過 誰沒試過

Some have fallen, some have suffered, some have not tried.

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seoi4
jik6
daat3
gwo3
seoi4
jik6
tung3
gwo3
seoi4
mei6
si5
gwo3
經過 做過 犯錯 醒覺

After you've done it, you've made mistakes, you've been awake.

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ging1
gwo3
zou6
gwo3
faan6
laap6
sing2
gok3
自我 道破 罪過 補過

I'm sorry, but I'm not here to help.

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zi6
ngo5
dou6
po3
zeoi6
gwo3
bou2
gwo3
讓我

Let me do this.

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joeng6
ngo5
原諒了你 總可惜聲線

I'm sorry, but I'm sorry about the voice.

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jyun5
loeng6
liu4
nei5
zung2
ho2
sik1
sing1
sin3
埋藏憾事 如伏線

It's like a trap.

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maai4
zong6
ham6
si6
jyu4
fuk6
sin3
如日記裏的一根倒刺

It's like a punch in a journal.

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jyu4
mik6
gei3
leoi5
dik1
jat1
gan1
dou2
cik3
無從自拔 何自騙

I never stood up, I never cheated myself.

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mou4
zung6
zi6
bat6
ho6
zi6
pin3
經過 做過 犯錯 醒覺

After you've done it, you've made mistakes, you've been awake.

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ging1
gwo3
zou6
gwo3
faan6
laap6
sing2
gok3
給我 道破 罪過 補過

Give me a way to break my sins, to make up for them.

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kap1
ngo5
dou6
po3
zeoi6
gwo3
bou2
gwo3
讓我

Let me do this.

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joeng6
ngo5
About This Song

The song "" ("Thorn") by (Cat Zhang) serves as an introspective exploration of the complexities of love, regret, and personal growth. The lyrics vividly depict feelings of emotional turbulence, using rich imagery to express the pain of unreciprocated affection and the lingering scars that come from past relationships. The metaphor of a thorn serves as a powerful symbol for the unresolved issues and emotional baggage one carries, encapsulating the essence of clinging to memories while grappling with the need to forgive oneself and others.

At its core, the song conveys a profound narrative about the struggle to move on from a relationship marked by heartache. The lyrics touch on themes of forgiveness and self-deception, where the artist reflects on the inability to let go of past grievances while acknowledging the lessons learned from painful experiences. The interplay between self-reflection and emotional vulnerability paints a poignant picture of the human experiencehow we all encounter love's challenges and the necessity of embracing the 'beauty in the lesson' despite the hurt.

Musically, the song combines a hauntingly beautiful melody with emotionally laden lyrics, creating a captivating atmosphere that resonates with listeners. The use of metaphoric language heights the emotional stakes, with devices like imagery and repetition drawing attention to the cyclical nature of pain and recovery in relationships. The instrumentation complements the lyrical themes, often oscillating between delicate and intense moments that mirror the inner turmoil expressed in the song.

In a broader cultural context, "" touches on the universal experiences of love and regret, making it relatable across different backgrounds. It resonates with audiences who appreciate introspective artistry, especially in the context of modern Chinese pop music, where emotional depth can sometimes be overshadowed by commercial appeal. Through this song, invites listeners to reflect on their own emotional journeys, highlighting the importance of healing and understanding in the aftermath of heartache.

Song Details
Singer:
薛凱琪
Total Lines:
28