Funny Jealousy

By 衞詩

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
你這晚來穿得最閃

You're the brightest dressed person in the world tonight.

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nei5
ze5
maan5
loi6
cyun1
dak1
zeoi3
sim2
絕在臉妝這樣豔

It's not like that.

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zyut6
zoi6
lim5
zong1
ze5
joeng2
jim6
若這是場淘汰戰 真不知我怎出線

If this is a knockout, I don't know how I'm going to get out.

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joek6
ze5
si6
coeng4
tou4
taai3
zin3
zan1
fau2
zi3
ngo5
fim2
ceot1
sin3
自問大家不會變 若妒忌你極膚淺

Ask yourself, "Will you change if you're jealous of your skin?"

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zi6
man6
taai3
ze1
fau2
wui6
bin3
joek6
gei6
nei5
gik6
fu1
zin1
恨我仍然還好勝

Hate for me is still a win-win.

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han6
ngo5
jing4
jin4
waan4
hou3
sing3
別要真的高過我半邊天

Don't really get above me.

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bit6
jiu3
zan1
dik1
gou1
gwo3
ngo5
bun3
bin1
tin1
若是有人讚揚你 我也應

If you're being praised, I should be.

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joek6
si6
jau6
jan4
zaan3
joeng4
nei5
ngo5
jaa5
jing3
會替你暗喜 我老實問自己

I'm going to be happy for you.

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wui6
tai3
nei5
am3
hei2
ngo5
lou5
sat6
man6
zi6
gei2
若我在各樣也沒法及你

If I can't get you in any way,

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joek6
ngo5
zoi6
gok3
joeng2
jaa5
mei6
fat3
kap6
nei5
這友情 也會悄悄考起

And that friendship will be a big one.

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ze5
jau5
cing4
jaa5
wui6
ciu5
ciu5
haau2
hei2
如死黨有暗湧 也要各扮不懂

If there's a dead party, you have to pretend.

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jyu4
si2
tong2
jau6
am3
jung5
jaa5
jiu3
gok3
fan5
fau2
dung2
若男孩同看中 情誼仍在心中

And if a boy is watching, the emotion is still there.

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joek6
naam4
hoi4
tung4
hon3
zung1
cing4
ji6
jing4
zoi6
sam1
zung1
情感仿似填充 遺留秘密不通

Emotions are filled, and there's no secret left.

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cing4
gam2
fong2
ci5
zan3
cung1
wai6
lau4
bai3
mat6
fau2
tung1
姊妹有情意結

My sisters are in love.

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ze2
mui2
jau6
cing4
ji3
lit3
最終 還是知道輕重

And finally, you know how to lose weight.

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zeoi3
zung1
waan4
si6
zi3
dou6
hing1
zung6
你我有誼比天更高

You have a higher than the sky.

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nei5
ngo5
jau6
ji6
bei3
tin1
gang3
gou1
手拖手走出大路

And the handcuffs are off the road.

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sau2
to1
sau2
zau2
ceot1
taai3
lou6
但你共男孩跳舞 好景比我更加早

But you danced with the boys, and it looked like you were younger than me.

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daan6
nei5
gung6
naam4
hoi4
tiu4
mou5
hou3
jing2
bei3
ngo5
gang3
gaa3
zou2
羨慕着你跟他好 現在若我未得到

I envy you to be nice to him now if I don't get it.

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sin6
mou6
jyu3
nei5
gan1
to1
hou3
jin6
zoi6
joek6
ngo5
mei6
dak1
dou3
未免自蠶和懊惱

Not to be confused.

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mei6
min5
zi6
caam4
wo4
ngou3
nou5
令我小小憎你太風騷

It made me hate you so much.

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ling6
ngo5
siu2
siu2
zang1
nei5
taai3
fung3
sou1
舊日我和你沒有 嗌過交

I didn't have a conversation with you the other day.

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gau6
mik6
ngo5
wo4
nei5
mei6
jau6
jik1
gwo3
gaau1
暗裏縱賽跑 發過誓別絕交

I ran in the dark, swore never to give up.

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am3
leoi5
zung3
coi3
paau4
fat3
gwo3
sai6
bit6
zyut6
gaau1
亦會和你夜半談笑睡覺

And it'll make you smile at night and sleep with you.

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jik6
wui6
wo4
nei5
je6
bun3
taam4
siu3
seoi6
gok3
所有人 卻永遠怕比較

And everybody is always afraid of comparisons.

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so2
jau6
jan4
koek3
wing5
jyun6
paa3
bei3
gok3
如死黨有暗湧 也要各扮不懂

If there's a dead party, you have to pretend.

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jyu4
si2
tong2
jau6
am3
jung5
jaa5
jiu3
gok3
fan5
fau2
dung2
若男孩同看中 情誼仍在心中

And if a boy is watching, the emotion is still there.

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joek6
naam4
hoi4
tung4
hon3
zung1
cing4
ji6
jing4
zoi6
sam1
zung1
情感仿似填充 遺留秘密不通

Emotions are filled, and there's no secret left.

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cing4
gam2
fong2
ci5
zan3
cung1
wai6
lau4
bai3
mat6
fau2
tung1
姊妹有情意結

My sisters are in love.

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ze2
mui2
jau6
cing4
ji3
lit3
最終 還是知道輕重

And finally, you know how to lose weight.

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zeoi3
zung1
waan4
si6
zi3
dou6
hing1
zung6
如死黨有暗湧 也要各扮不懂

If there's a dead party, you have to pretend.

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jyu4
si2
tong2
jau6
am3
jung5
jaa5
jiu3
gok3
fan5
fau2
dung2
若男孩同看中 情誼仍在心中

And if a boy is watching, the emotion is still there.

Click each character to hear its pronunciation:

joek6
naam4
hoi4
tung4
hon3
zung1
cing4
ji6
jing4
zoi6
sam1
zung1
情感仿似填充 遺留秘密不通

Emotions are filled, and there's no secret left.

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cing4
gam2
fong2
ci5
zan3
cung1
wai6
lau4
bai3
mat6
fau2
tung1
姊妹有情意結

My sisters are in love.

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ze2
mui2
jau6
cing4
ji3
lit3
最終 還是知道輕重

And finally, you know how to lose weight.

Click each character to hear its pronunciation:

zeoi3
zung1
waan4
si6
zi3
dou6
hing1
zung6
About This Song

The song "Funny Jealousy" by captures the complexities of friendship amidst the insecurities that arise from personal comparisons and jealousy. At its core, the song explores how the bonds of friendship can be tested by feelings of inadequacy and envy, particularly in the context of romantic attention. The protagonist grapples with her admiration for a friend while simultaneously feeling threatened by her friend's allure and success, highlighting the emotional turbulence that often accompanies close relationships.

The narrative unfolds a story of internal conflict as the protagonist reflects on her own feelings towards her friend, questioning if their friendship can withstand the competitive dynamics that arise when romantic interests intersect. Through candid introspection, the lyrics reveal a duality between genuine happiness for a friends success and the sting of jealousy that complicates their bond. The repetitive mention of "" (best friends) underscores the importance of loyalty and the unspoken truths that might cloud their relationship, encapsulating the tension between affection and rivalry.

Musically, the song features a blend of catchy melodies and contemporary pop production, which complements the relatable themes within the lyrics. The use of conversational language in the lyrics allows listeners to connect with the protagonist's feelings, while clever lyrical techniquesespecially the emphasis on contrasting emotionsfurther enrich the storytelling. The imagery portrayed, alongside the intricate relationships depicted, creates a vivid picture of the emotional landscape of young friendships today.

Culturally, "Funny Jealousy" resonates with many listeners, particularly within East Asian societies, where competition and social expectations often influence personal relationships. The songs exploration of jealousy serves as a mirror to the societal pressures faced by individuals, especially young women, as they navigate friendships and romantic pursuits in a rapidly evolving environment. In this context, the song not only entertains but also sparks conversations about emotional health and the importance of fostering open dialogues among friends, making it a significant addition to contemporary pop music.

Song Details
Singer:
衞詩
Total Lines:
35