此時此歌

By 許冠傑

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
誰寫出了這歌 還將你共我

Who wrote this song and who brought you with me?

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seoi4
se2
ceot1
liu4
ze5
go1
waan4
zoeng3
nei5
gung6
ngo5
如何情動過鉅細都寫清楚

It's all about the emotions.

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jyu4
ho6
cing4
dung6
gwo3
geoi6
sai3
dou1
se2
cing1
co2
年月似飛數年容易過

The months and years are as easy as the years.

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nin4
jyut6
ci5
fei1
sou3
nin4
jung4
jik6
gwo3
人來人往卻剩這首歌

And people would leave it behind.

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jan4
loi6
jan4
wong5
koek3
zing6
ze5
sau3
go1
不加不減仍描畫最初

And it's still the original.

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fau2
gaa3
fau2
gaam2
jing4
miu4
waak6
zeoi3
co1
你跟我 歡笑過 嘆息過

You laughed and mourned with me.

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nei5
gan1
ngo5
fun1
siu3
gwo3
taan1
sik1
gwo3
誰演出了這歌 提醒你共我

Who performed this song to remind you to join me?

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seoi4
jin5
ceot1
liu4
ze5
go1
tai4
sing2
nei5
gung6
ngo5
從前同路過或會一朝生疏

I've been with you before, or I'm going to be with you for a while.

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zung6
cin4
tung4
lou6
gwo3
waak6
wui6
jat1
zyu1
sang1
so3
同伴至親夠望維繫過

And the other family members are trying to keep it together.

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tung4
bun6
zi3
can3
gau3
mong6
wai4
hai6
gwo3
仍然能夠貼近你心窩

It's still close to your heart.

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jing4
jin4
toi4
gau3
tip3
kan5
nei5
sam1
wo1
即使身邊和諧未夠多

Even if you don't have enough of a motherfucker around you.

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zik1
si2
jyun4
bin1
wo4
haai4
mei6
gau3
do1
至少你我 身教過 這一課

At least you've taught me this lesson.

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zi3
siu3
nei5
ngo5
jyun4
gaau3
gwo3
ze5
jat1
fo3
漩渦 (漩渦) 誰人未捲進去過

No one has ever been in it.

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wo1
wo1
seoi4
jan4
mei6
gyun2
zeon3
heoi3
gwo3
未放手輕易下墮

It's easy to get down.

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mei6
fong3
sau2
hing1
jik6
haa6
fai1
為了捉緊那時那歌

And I wanted to capture that song.

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wai6
liu4
zuk3
gan2
no6
si4
no6
go1
如果能回味給你愛過

If you could smell it,

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jyu4
gwo2
toi4
wui4
mei6
kap1
nei5
oi3
gwo3
面對這生活負荷

And I'm going to face the burden of life.

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min2
deoi3
ze5
sang1
wut6
fu6
ho6
便有可戀再難也可撐過

And then you can fall in love and you can get over it.

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pin4
jau6
ho2
lyun5
zoi3
no4
jaa5
ho2
caang3
gwo3
漩渦誰人未捲進去過

It's a whirlwind that no one has ever been in.

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wo1
seoi4
jan4
mei6
gyun2
zeon3
heoi3
gwo3
未放手輕易下墮

It's easy to get down.

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mei6
fong3
sau2
hing1
jik6
haa6
fai1
讓我捉緊這時這歌

Let me capture this song right now.

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joeng6
ngo5
zuk3
gan2
ze5
si4
ze5
go1
(這歌 如果)

(If this song)

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ze5
go1
jyu4
gwo2
如果能回味給你愛過

If you could smell it,

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jyu4
gwo2
toi4
wui4
mei6
kap1
nei5
oi3
gwo3
面對這生活負荷

And I'm going to face the burden of life.

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min2
deoi3
ze5
sang1
wut6
fu6
ho6
若有可戀我們勢必有突破

If we can love, we can break through.

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joek6
jau6
ho2
lyun5
ngo5
mun4
sai3
bit1
jau6
duk1
po3
第三十屆十大中文金曲 主題曲

The 30th greatest Chinese song of all time.

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dai6
saam3
sap6
gai3
sap6
taai3
zung1
man6
gam1
kuk1
zyu2
tai4
kuk1
About This Song

The song "" ("This Song at This Moment") by (Sam Hui) beautifully encapsulates nostalgia and the enduring connection between our past experiences and present emotions. At its core, the song invokes a deep sense of reflection, exploring how memories, relationships, and shared moments are immortalized in music. The recurring theme of time passing is poignantly conveyed, emphasizing how the essence of those past experiences is preserved through the songs we carry with us.

The narrative within the lyrics tells a story of companionship and the bittersweet nature of memories. It raises the notion that, although people come and go in life, the moments shared filled with laughter and sighs can often feel like a warm soundtrack that binds us together. This sentiment is powerfully illustrated in lines that recall the warmth of past connections while also acknowledging the distance that life can sometimes create. The call to 'hold on tightly' to these songs suggests a yearning for a reconnection to those cherished moments that can rejuvenate the soul, even in the face of life's burdens.

Musically, the song employs a blend of soothing melodies and rhythmic nuances that evoke a sense of calm yet reflective nostalgia. The use of lyrical techniques, such as metaphors and repetition, reinforces the longing for connection amidst the chaos of modern existence. The imagery of a whirlpool serves as a metaphor for the experiences that pull us into the depths of emotion, illustrating the struggles of holding on to what is meaningful while navigating lifes pressures. This emotional depth is complemented by Hui's heartfelt vocal delivery, making the song resonate deeply with listeners.

Culturally, "" holds a significant place in the landscape of Chinese music, being recognized as a theme song for the 30th Top Ten Chinese Songs Awards. It evokes a collective memory for many and speaks to the universal human experience of longing, love, and reminiscence. The song not only resonates within its immediate audience but also serves as a lens through which listeners can engage with themes of identity and emotion in the context of their own lives and histories.

Song Details
Singer:
許冠傑
Total Lines:
26