雨傘

By 許廷鏗

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
沒有花 沒有假

There are no flowers, no fakes.

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mei6
jau6
waa6
mei6
jau6
gaa2
是再刻意去製造平淡

And it's a deliberate attempt to create a flatness.

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si6
zoi3
hak1
ji3
heoi3
zai3
zou6
ping4
taam4
別暗戀 人很懶

Don't fall in love with people.

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bit6
am3
lyun5
jan4
han2
laan5
讓昨天的歌將心意唱一番

Let the song of yesterday sing to your heart.

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joeng6
zok6
tin1
dik1
go1
zoeng3
sam1
ji3
coeng3
jat1
pun1
其實與你我無關 到達懸崖難折返

I'm not really into you, getting to the cliff.

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kei4
sat6
jyu6
nei5
ngo5
mou4
gwaan1
dou3
taat3
jyun4
ngaai4
no4
zit3
faan1
緣份變淡了誰決定分散

And who decides to disperse?

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jyun6
fan6
bin3
taam4
liu4
seoi4
kyut3
ding6
fan6
saan3
在你我之間 像相識太晚

Between you and me, it's too late.

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zoi6
nei5
ngo5
zi1
haan4
zoeng6
soeng2
zi3
taai3
maan5
如提着舊雨傘竟沾濕雙眼

And when you mention an old umbrella, you're blindsided.

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jyu4
tai4
jyu3
gau6
jyu6
saan3
ging2
tip3
sap1
soeng1
ngaan5
在進退之間 熱可能漸冷

Between the decline, the heat may cool.

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zoi6
zeon3
teoi3
zi1
haan4
jit6
ho2
toi4
zim6
laang5
別了可再見仍總有時間

There's always time to see each other.

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bit6
liu4
ho2
zoi3
jin6
jing4
zung2
jau6
si4
haan4
在這刻 後悔嗎

Do you regret it right now?

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zoi6
ze5
hak1
hau6
fui3
maa5
是否可勉強繼續平淡

Can you keep it flat?

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si6
pei5
ho2
min5
koeng5
gai3
zuk6
ping4
taam4
越去想 越牽掛

The more you want, the more you're going to get involved.

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jyut6
heoi3
soeng2
jyut6
hin1
gwaa3
落泊的街中 車趕上哪一班

Which car is in the street?

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lok6
paak3
dik1
gaai1
zung1
geoi1
gon2
soeng6
naa5
jat1
baan1
其實與你我無關 到達懸崖難折返

I'm not really into you, getting to the cliff.

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kei4
sat6
jyu6
nei5
ngo5
mou4
gwaan1
dou3
taat3
jyun4
ngaai4
no4
zit3
faan1
緣份變淡了誰決定分散

And who decides to disperse?

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jyun6
fan6
bin3
taam4
liu4
seoi4
kyut3
ding6
fan6
saan3
在你我之間 像相識太晚

Between you and me, it's too late.

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zoi6
nei5
ngo5
zi1
haan4
zoeng6
soeng2
zi3
taai3
maan5
如提着舊雨傘竟沾濕雙眼

And when you mention an old umbrella, you're blindsided.

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jyu4
tai4
jyu3
gau6
jyu6
saan3
ging2
tip3
sap1
soeng1
ngaan5
在進退之間 熱可能漸冷

Between the decline, the heat may cool.

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zoi6
zeon3
teoi3
zi1
haan4
jit6
ho2
toi4
zim6
laang5
別了可再見但總有時間

See you later, but there's always time.

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bit6
liu4
ho2
zoi3
jin6
daan6
zung2
jau6
si4
haan4
在你我之間 像相識太晚

Between you and me, it's too late.

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zoi6
nei5
ngo5
zi1
haan4
zoeng6
soeng2
zi3
taai3
maan5
如提着舊雨傘沾濕雙眼

It's like a pair of eyes with an old umbrella.

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jyu4
tai4
jyu3
gau6
jyu6
saan3
tip3
sap1
soeng1
ngaan5
在進退之間 熱可能轉冷

Between the declines, heat can cool.

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zoi6
zeon3
teoi3
zi1
haan4
jit6
ho2
toi4
zyun3
laang5
別了可再見仍總有時間

There's always time to see each other.

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bit6
liu4
ho2
zoi3
jin6
jing4
zung2
jau6
si4
haan4
若有天再見惟恐有時限

If I could see the sky again, I would only be afraid of the time limit.

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joek6
jau6
tin1
zoi3
jin6
wai4
hung2
jau6
si4
haan6
About This Song

The song "" (Umbrella) by (X Tngkng) explores the bittersweet experience of longing and the complexities of love. Its main theme revolves around the fleeting nature of relationships and the emotional weight of unreciprocated feelings. The imagery of an old umbrella serves as a poignant metaphor for nostalgia and the remnants of a past connection, symbolizing the shelter we seek in relationships and the sadness that follows when they dissipate. The lyrics delve into the idea of missed opportunities and the painful awareness that sometimes, despite our desires, choices lead us to inevitable separations.

The narrative presents a relatable story of two individuals whose paths once intertwined but have now drifted apart. As the song unfolds, it questions the decisions made when feelings fade and highlights the conflicts between moving on and holding on to memories. The line about how love can remain unexpressed or unfulfilled captures the essence of modern relationships where emotional transparency may be lacking. The lyrics emphasize a sense of inevitability in love's decline, allowing listeners to reflect on their own experiences with heartbreak and longing.

Musically, "" blends heartfelt melodies with evocative lyrical techniques that enhance its emotional impact. The repetition of certain phrases evokes a haunting sense of nostalgia, while the use of visual metaphorssuch as the umbrellacreates vivid imagery that resonates deeply with the listener. The song's arrangement allows the vocals to shine, drawing attention to the poignant lyrics and making each line feel intimate and contemplative. The contrast between moments of warmth and the chill of separation encapsulates the duality of affection and loss.

Culturally, the song resonates particularly well within the context of contemporary Asia, where themes of love, heartbreak, and personal relationships are common in popular music. The metaphor of the umbrella is also culturally significant, symbolizing not only protection from the rain but also the idea of companionship amidst life's stormy moments. As such, "" captures the essence of universal emotions tied to love and relationships, making it relatable to a diverse audience.

Song Details
Singer:
許廷鏗
Total Lines:
25