學生哥

By 許冠傑

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
學生哥 好温功課

The students were very warm at home.

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hok6
sang1
go1
hou3
wan1
gung1
fo3
咪淨系掛住踢波

It's just a little bit of a shock.

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mui1
zing6
hai6
gwaa3
zyu6
tek3
bo1
最弊肥佬左無陰功咯

The worst soap left no worries.

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zeoi3
bai6
fai6
liu4
zo2
mou4
jam3
gung1
lok6
同學亦愛莫能助

And school is not helpful.

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tung4
hok6
jik6
oi3
mok6
toi4
zo6
學生哥 咪書咯

My student brother Mike is a writer.

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hok6
sang1
go1
mui1
syu1
lok6
咪日夜掛住拍拖

I'm stuck with the drawer day and night.

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mui1
mik6
je6
gwaa3
zyu6
paak2
to1
顧住十幾科 科科喎

I'm a co-founder of a dozen different genres.

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gu3
zyu6
sap6
gei2
fo1
fo1
fo1
wo6
面懵懵一肚火

My face was burning.

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min2
mung5
mung5
jat1
tou5
fo2
(十幾科 科科喎

(Docs, co-occans)

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sap6
gei2
fo1
fo1
fo1
wo6
面懵懵一肚火)

(Laughter)

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min2
mung5
mung5
jat1
tou5
fo2
螞蟻亦要揾野食

The ants also need to find their food.

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maa6
ngai5
jik6
jiu3
wan2
je5
zi6
唔做事確係無益

It's not worth it.

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ng4
zou6
si6
kok3
hai6
mou4
jik1
少壯就要多努力

You have to work harder.

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siu3
zong6
zau6
jiu3
do1
nou5
lik6
來日望自食其力

It's a day to eat.

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loi6
mik6
mong6
zi6
zi6
kei4
lik6
學生哥 要思己過

Students need to think for themselves.

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hok6
sang1
go1
jiu3
soi1
gei2
gwo3
唔系第日悔恨更多

Not more regrets every day.

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ng4
hai6
dai6
mik6
fui3
han6
gang3
do1
人之初 應知錯

We should have been wrong.

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jan4
zi1
co1
jing3
zi3
laap6
唔自立就會捱餓

The lack of independence is starvation.

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ng4
zi6
lap6
zau6
wui6
ngaai4
ngo6
學生哥 一個個

They were students, one by one.

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hok6
sang1
go1
jat1
go3
go3
我哋日日記住只歌

We just sing every day.

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ngo5
dei6
mik6
mik6
gei3
zyu6
zi2
go1
人多多 RE ME RE DO

More and more people RE ME RE DO.

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jan4
do1
do1
齊合力喝伴同和

And we're all together, and we're all together.

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zi1
ho4
lik6
jit3
bun6
tung4
wo4
About This Song

The song "" (Student Brother) by (Sam Hui) embodies a vibrant and relatable theme centered around the trials and tribulations of school life, particularly focusing on the challenges faced by students. With a catchy and upbeat melody, the song captures the essence of youthful energy and the pressures of academic life. The emotional core of the piece resonates with students who often feel overwhelmed by their studies while also trying to navigate the complexities of friendships and personal growth during adolescence.

In "," the lyrics tell a story of a student who is juggling numerous subjects while trying to find a balance between studying and enjoying life. The singer reflects on the struggle of being focused on academic responsibilities while also longing to engage in more leisurely activities and social interactions. The recurring lines highlight the tension between dedication to studies and the inevitable distractions of youth, emphasizing the need for diligence without losing sight of what makes life enjoyable.

Musically, the song combines catchy melodies with a playful rhythm that mirrors the youthful spirit it describes. The use of colloquial language and humor in the lyrics adds relatability and connects with a younger audience. Techniques such as repetitionboth in musical phrases and lyrical motifsenhance the song's memorability, making it an anthem for students facing similar dilemmas. Furthermore, the energetic backing music complements the fervor of youth, effectively engaging listeners and creating a communal experience.

Culturally, "" holds significance as it reflects the values and pressures associated with education in Chinese society. The song speaks to the universal experience of growing up and the cultural expectations surrounding academic success. Its appeal lies in its ability to resonate with students from various backgrounds who find themselves caught between the demands of their studies and the joys of youthful living. As such, the song has become an enduring piece of popular music that continues to inspire and entertain generations.

Song Details
Singer:
許冠傑
Total Lines:
22