給四季預算

By 蘇慧倫

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
十二月漸遠走

December is getting a little bit more distant.

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sap6
ji6
jyut6
zim6
jyun6
zau2
又在獨自整理 心裏事宜

And I'm going to do it myself.

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jau6
zoi6
duk6
zi6
zing2
lei5
sam1
leoi5
si6
ji4
願望未達到的 或是實現的心意

A wish that has not been fulfilled or a wish that has been fulfilled.

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jyun6
mong6
mei6
taat3
dou3
dik1
waak6
si6
sat6
jin6
dik1
sam1
ji3
記在信紙

Write it down.

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gei3
zoi6
seon3
zi2
去年是我 愛情倦意

Last year, I was in love.

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heoi3
nin4
si6
ngo5
oi3
cing4
gyun6
ji3
這年定要 好好一試

This year is going to be a good one.

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ze5
nin4
ding6
jiu3
hou3
hou3
jat1
si5
去年運氣 算能合意

Last year, luck was on the line.

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heoi3
nin4
wan6
hei3
syun3
toi4
ho4
ji3
這年立志 要更有意思

This year, we're going to be more interesting.

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ze5
nin4
lap6
zi3
jiu3
gang3
jau6
ji3
soi1
定下了春天工作的預算案

I set a budget for the spring work.

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ding6
haa6
liu4
ceon1
tin1
gung1
zok3
dik1
jyu2
syun3
on3
在下次冬天經過便有答案

And we'll have the answers next winter.

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zoi6
haa6
ci3
dung1
tin1
ging1
gwo3
pin4
jau6
daap3
on3
再寫 是夏季知己相約的預算案

And it's a self-fulfilling prophecy for the summer.

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zoi3
se2
si6
haa6
gwai3
zi3
gei2
soeng2
joek3
dik1
jyu2
syun3
on3
互訴近況 直至看到了曙光

They complained until they saw the light.

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wu6
sou3
kan5
fong3
zik6
zi3
hon3
dou3
liu4
syu6
gwong1
定下了秋天出國的預算案

I set a budget for the fall.

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ding6
haa6
liu4
cau1
tin1
ceot1
gwok3
dik1
jyu2
syun3
on3
定下那幾出好戲定要再看

I'll see what happens next.

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ding6
haa6
no6
gei2
ceot1
hou3
hei3
ding6
jiu3
zoi3
hon3
再寫 定下了冬天戀愛的預算案

And I wrote a budget for winter romance.

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zoi3
se2
ding6
haa6
liu4
dung1
tin1
lyun5
oi3
dik1
jyu2
syun3
on3
靜吻伴侶 星夜中光芒盛放

Kiss your partner, and the stars shine at night.

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zing6
man5
bun6
lui5
sing1
je6
zung1
gwong1
mong4
sing6
fong3
About This Song

The song "" ("Budgeting for the Four Seasons") by Su Huilun presents a deeply introspective journey through the cycles of love and personal growth across the changing seasons. At its core, the track reflects the emotional preparedness one undergoes when transitioning from heartbreak to renewed hope. It beautifully captures the anticipation and planning that accompany each season, mirroring the artist's own experiences and the universal quest for happiness and fulfillment in relationships.

The narrative unfolds as the singer reflects on the past year's unfulfilled desires and the rekindling of commitment to love and self-discovery. Each verse outlines a specific seasonal budget that symbolizes aspirations and intentions: from addressing the desires of spring to contemplating romantic escapades in summer, and even planning for heartfelt moments in winter. This clever use of 'budgets' serves both as a metaphor for emotional investment and a framework for personal goals, illustrating the singer's hope for a more interesting and meaningful year ahead.

Musically, the song blends soft melodies with gentle instrumentation, creating a warm ambiance that complements the reflective lyrics. The lyrical techniques employed, such as vivid imagery and the personification of seasons, enhance the storytelling by allowing listeners to feel the emotional transitions explicitly. The song's repetitive structure reinforces the cyclical nature of life and love, creating an infectious and soothing rhythm that resonates with the audience's own experiences of cycles in life and relationships.

Culturally, "" resonates particularly within the context of Chinese music, where themes of love, renewal, and family are often celebrated. The budgeting metaphor uniquely positions everyday planning within the broader tapestry of life, highlighting the significance of intention and care in personal relationships. As listeners engage with Su Huiluns sentiments, they are invited to reflect on their own seasonal changes and the emotional investments that define their lives.

Song Details
Singer:
蘇慧倫
Total Lines:
16