姿色份子

By 謝安琪

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
為何面容淨白兼緊緻 瘦削蛋臉 便算合時

Why is it so good to have a white face and a skinny face?

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wai6
ho6
min2
jung4
zing6
baak6
gim1
gan2
zi3
sau3
soek3
daan6
lim5
pin4
syun3
ho4
si4
手臂只有少許的鬆弛 已太丟臉 活着沒有意思

The arm was just a little loose, so lame, it didn't make sense.

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sau2
bei3
zi2
jau6
siu3
heoi2
dik1
sung1
ci4
ji5
taai3
dau1
lim5
wut6
jyu3
mei6
jau6
ji3
soi1
神奇 保濕的忌廉

The magic of the guard.

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san4
kei4
bou2
sap1
dik1
gei6
lim4
能完全鎖緊水份去粉刺

It's a perfectly hydrated, well-dried, well-dish, well-dis

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toi4
jyun4
cyun4
so2
gan2
seoi2
fan6
heoi3
fan2
cik3
更有那彩光修護店

And there's that colorful lighthouse.

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gang3
jau6
no6
coi2
gwong1
sau1
wu6
dim3
人在世 無下次 全部要一試

People live, and they don't have to try it next time.

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jan4
zoi6
sai3
mou4
haa6
ci3
cyun4
bou6
jiu3
jat1
si5
不可思議 個個變姿色份子

It's amazing how much color change is happening.

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fau2
ho2
soi1
ji6
go3
go3
bin3
zi1
sik1
fan6
zi2
美態等於尊嚴

Beauty is equal to dignity.

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mei5
taai3
ting2
wu1
zyun1
jim4
纖體主義 擴散了整個城市

Fibrism spread throughout the city.

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cim1
tai2
zyu2
ji6
kwong3
saan3
liu4
zing2
go3
sing4
si5
如同疫症感染

It's like an epidemic.

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jyu4
tung4
jik6
zing3
gam2
jim5
終於 貝特馬莉亞麗塔艾美或翠斯

And finally, Beth Mariah, or Aimee or Jones.

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zung1
wu1
bui3
dak6
maa5
lei2
ngaa3
lai6
taap3
ngaai6
mei5
waak6
ceoi3
si1
每個相貌也極似

They all look very similar.

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mei5
go3
soeng2
maau6
jaa5
gik6
ci5
全沒個性與自我的標誌

It's completely without a personality or self.

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cyun4
mei6
go3
sing3
jyu6
zi6
ngo5
dik1
biu1
zi3
倒模天使

They're like angels.

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dou2
mau4
tin1
si2
若求令男士目光轉移 強作嬌豔 實太便宜

It's cheap to turn a man's eyes around and be a bitch.

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joek6
kau4
ling6
naam4
si6
muk6
gwong1
zyun3
yi4
koeng5
zok3
giu1
jim6
sat6
taai3
pin4
ji4
跟四周女子互相比試 鬥美爭豔 實在沒有意思

It's no use fighting with women around you, trying to be nice to each other.

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gan1
sei3
zau1
neoi6
zi2
wu6
soeng2
bei3
si5
dau6
mei5
zaang1
jim6
sat6
zoi6
mei6
jau6
ji3
soi1
試試 想得真實點

Try to think of it as a reality.

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si5
si5
soeng2
dak1
zan1
sat6
dim2
誰能搖身一變成模特兒

Who can shake hands and become a model?

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seoi4
toi4
jiu4
jyun4
jat1
bin3
seng4
mau4
dak6
ngai4
各有各本身的特點

Each has its own unique characteristics.

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gok3
jau6
gok3
bun2
jyun4
dik1
dak6
dim2
肥或瘦 圓或幼 無謂太刻意

Fat or thin, round or young, it's not intentional.

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fai6
waak6
sau3
jyun4
waak6
jau3
mou4
wai6
taai3
hak1
ji3
不可思異 看看本週的雜誌

It's amazing. Look at this week's magazine.

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fau2
ho2
soi1
ji6
hon3
hon3
bun2
zau1
dik1
zaap6
zi3
愛美標準一致

Love is the standard.

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oi3
mei5
biu1
zyut3
jat1
zai3
纖體主義 灌溉這一個城市

Fibrism is the city's water source.

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cim1
tai2
zyu2
ji6
gun3
ze5
jat1
go3
sing4
si5
全民受到恩賜

All people are blessed.

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cyun4
man4
sau6
dou3
jan1
ci3
About This Song

The song "" by delves into the pervasive and often suffocating culture of beauty standards that dominate modern society. At its core, the song addresses the pressure that individuals, particularly women, face to conform to a narrowly defined notion of beauty. With lyrics that juxtapose physical appearance against self-worth, it critiques the obsession with aesthetic ideals such as youth, slenderness, and perfection. The emotional heart of the song captures a sense of frustration and disillusionment with a world that equates beauty with dignity and self-worth, ultimately raising questions about identity and self-acceptance in the face of societal expectations.

The story presented in "" mirrors the experiences of many in contemporary life, highlighting the constant comparisons made between individuals and the relentless pursuit of an unattainable ideal. The lyrics portray a satirical view of the beauty industry's influence, referencing various beauty products and interventions that promise transformation and improvement, yet ultimately lead to an existential crisis about individuality and authenticity. The recurring themes resonate as the narrator muses on how beauty has becomes a competition, where people strive to outdo each other, losing their unique qualities in the process.

Musically, the song features a blend of contemporary pop sensibilities with elements that elevate its lyrical prowess. The use of clever wordplay and vivid imagery in the lyrics enhances the song's message, allowing listeners to visualize the superficial trends and societal pressures being critiqued. Rhythmic and catchy melodies enhance its appeal, while the reflective tone of the vocals invites listeners to engage with the deeper commentary on identity and self-image. Each verse unfolds like a narrative, revealing layers of irony and social critique within the pursuit of beauty.

Culturally, "" serves as a poignant commentary on the globalized obsession with beauty standards, which is especially heightened in cities where images of idealized beauty flood media and advertising. Its social relevance extends beyond Hong Kong to a broader audience grappling with similar issues in today's image-centric world. By tackling the themes of self-identity and the often toxic nature of societal pressures to conform, 's song resonates deeply with listeners seeking authenticity in a culture that frequently prizes appearance over substance.

Song Details
Singer:
謝安琪
Total Lines:
24