時光

By 許廷鏗

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
到最近 至發現 這兩年 已太少相見

Until recently, we'd seen very little of each other in these two years.

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dou3
zeoi3
kan5
zi3
fat3
jin6
ze5
loeng5
nin4
ji5
taai3
siu3
soeng2
jin6
來電駁到手機留言 惶論要相約見面

They came to the phone, they texted, they were afraid to meet.

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loi6
din6
bok3
dou3
sau2
gei1
lau4
jin4
wong4
leon6
jiu3
soeng2
joek3
jin6
min2
細看着 這笑臉 再發現 年月的污染

Look at this smile and see the pollution of the year.

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sai3
hon3
jyu3
ze5
siu3
lim5
zoi3
fat3
jin6
nin4
jyut6
dik1
wu3
jim5
方知道 難得可以表演百厭

He knew it was hard to be a good actor.

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fong1
zi3
dou6
no4
dak1
ho2
jyu5
biu2
jin5
mak6
jim3
重看每部大時代影片

Re-watch every big time movie.

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zung6
hon3
mei5
bou6
taai3
si4
doi6
jing2
pin3
心酸幕幕猶在上演

The scene is sour.

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sam1
syun1
mok6
mok6
jau4
zoi6
soeng6
jin5
再浪費如殘片 渺無人煙

And then you waste it like a piece of rubble, smoke-free.

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zoi3
long4
fai3
jyu4
caan4
pin3
mou4
jan4
jin1
一轉眼發覺已不見

And then, in a flash, you're gone.

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jat1
zyun3
ngaan5
fat3
gok3
ji5
fau2
jin6
曾經很掛念 遺憾當天總未相見

I miss you so much, and I wish I'd never met you.

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zang1
ging1
han2
gwaa3
nim6
wai6
ham6
dong3
tin1
zung2
mei6
soeng2
jin6
記得守過諾言

Remember to keep your promises.

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gei3
dak1
sau3
gwo3
nok6
jin4
誰能料到時光中的變遷

Who could have predicted the changes in time?

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seoi4
toi4
liu6
dou3
si4
gwong1
zung1
dik1
bin3
cin1
殘酷到推翻發展

It's cruel to the point of overturning progress.

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caan4
huk6
dou3
teoi1
faan1
fat3
zin2
難得可見面 還幸可將心事講多遍

It's hard to see, but I'm so lucky to talk about it.

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no4
dak1
ho2
jin6
min2
waan4
hang6
ho2
zoeng3
sam1
si6
gong2
do1
pin3
眼淚不怕亂濺 重修好昨天

Tears were not afraid to shake and repair yesterday.

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ngaan5
leoi6
fau2
paa3
lyun6
zin3
zung6
sau1
hou3
zok6
tin1
臨別相擁之時 不需躲過視線

You don't have to hide from the eyes when you're in a situation.

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lam6
bit6
soeng2
ung2
zi1
si4
fau2
seoi1
do2
gwo3
si6
sin3
人生的試煉 埋下多少起伏支線

The trials of life, how many ups and downs.

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jan4
sang1
dik1
si5
lin6
maai4
haa6
do1
siu3
hei2
fuk6
zi1
sin3
記低苦澀或甜

Remember the bitter or the sweet.

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gei3
dai1
fu2
sik1
waak6
tim4
才能悟到成長中的要點

To understand what it means to grow up.

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coi4
toi4
ng6
dou3
seng4
zoeng6
zung1
dik1
jiu3
dim2
無謂再依戀昨天

It's not like I was stuck yesterday.

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mou4
wai6
zoi3
ji1
lyun5
zok6
tin1
時光的背面 藏着天規寫下的轉變

The back of the time is the shifting patterns of the sky.

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si4
gwong1
dik1
bui6
min2
zong6
jyu3
tin1
kwai1
se2
haa6
dik1
zyun3
bin3
眼淚不再亂濺 來得灑脱點

And the tears are no longer flowing, and they're coming out.

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ngaan5
leoi6
fau2
zoi3
lyun6
zin3
loi6
dak1
saai3
tyut3
dim2
明日散席心情 好比參與盛宴

Tomorrow is a party, a party.

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ming4
mik6
saan3
zik6
sam1
cing4
hou3
bei3
sam1
jyu6
sing6
jin3
期待某月某年 於這餐桌遇見

I look forward to meeting you at this table in May.

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kei4
daai1
mau5
jyut6
mau5
nin4
wu1
ze5
caan1
coek3
jyu6
jin6
About This Song

The song "" (Time) by (Xu Tingkeng) explores the bittersweet nature of time and the inevitable changes it brings in our lives. Its central theme revolves around the concept of fleeting moments, the nostalgia of past relationships, and the emotional weight of missed opportunities. The lyrics reflect a poignant sense of longing and introspection, as the artist grapples with the passage of time and the effects it has on personal connections. This emotional core resonates deeply with listeners who have experienced similar feelings of regret and reminiscing over moments that have slipped away.

The narrative of the song unfolds as the narrator reflects on the years that have passed without meaningful encounters with a significant person. The mention of missed meetings and the weight of unfulfilled promises paints a vivid picture of the pain that comes from time spent apart. The lyrics evoke a sense of urgency and a desire to communicate feelings that have been left unexpressed, highlighting the importance of cherishing relationships before they fade away. Through this reflective storytelling, Xu captures the essence of human experience: the struggle to connect in an ever-changing world.

Musically, the song employs a combination of gentle melodies and poignant harmonies that amplify its emotional impact. Xu's expressive vocal delivery creates an intimate atmosphere, inviting the listener into a shared experience of nostalgia and reflection. The use of imagery in the lyrics, such as "" (every grand era film), serves as a powerful metaphor for the memories we carry and the stories we tell ourselves about our past, making the song not just a reflection on time but also a celebration of life's moments.

Culturally, "" resonates within the context of contemporary society, where the fast pace of life often leads to disconnection from loved ones. It speaks to universal themes of longing, memory, and the human condition, making it relatable to diverse audiences. The song acts as a reminder of the value of time and the importance of treasuring relationships, which is a sentiment that transcends cultural boundaries. In a world where connections can be fleeting, Xus poignant lyrics and reflective tone encourage listeners to embrace their emotions and the passage of time.

Song Details
Singer:
許廷鏗
Total Lines:
23