小菊

By 谷祖琳

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
離別了土壤 都有信心生長

And it's growing with confidence, apart from the soil.

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lei4
bit6
liu4
tou2
joeng5
dou1
jau6
seon3
sam1
sang1
zoeng6
誰人肯希罕 這俗氣的堅強

Someone's got the strength of this crap.

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seoi4
jan4
hoi2
hei1
hon2
ze5
zuk6
hei3
dik1
gin1
koeng5
其實我一樣 祈求微風太陽

I'm actually praying for the microwave sun.

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kei4
sat6
ngo5
jat1
joeng2
kei4
kau4
mei4
fung3
taai3
joeng4
誰又及我粗生粗養

Who is more rude than I am?

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seoi4
jau6
kap6
ngo5
cou1
sang1
cou1
joeng5
懶管你為我 決定便宜訂價

So, you decide to book a cheap one for me.

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laan5
gun2
nei5
wai6
ngo5
kyut3
ding6
pin4
ji4
ding6
gaai3
仍無損這一生 燦爛的芳華

It's still a lifetime of decaying fragrance.

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jing4
mou4
syun2
ze5
jat1
sang1
caan3
laan6
dik1
fong1
waa6
去不到你家 於荒野被遺下

You can't go home, you're left in the wilderness.

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heoi3
fau2
dou3
nei5
ze1
wu1
fong1
je5
pei5
wai6
haa6
但是做個小花 亦繼續盛放吧

But just be a little flower and keep growing.

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daan6
si6
zou6
go3
siu2
waa6
jik6
gai3
zuk6
sing6
fong3
baa6
玫瑰花賣得比我多 放到最高卻是我

The flowers sold more than me, and I was the highest selling.

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mui4
gwai3
waa6
maai6
dak1
bei3
ngo5
do1
fong3
dou3
zeoi3
gou1
koek3
si6
ngo5
難道我寄望你 拿着菊花祝賀

I'm waiting for you to congratulate me with a flower.

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no4
dou6
ngo5
gei3
mong6
nei5
naa4
jyu3
guk1
waa6
zuk1
ho3
玫瑰的知音比我多 最細那朵正是我

The little one who knew more than me was me.

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mui4
gwai3
dik1
zi3
jam1
bei3
ngo5
do1
zeoi3
sai3
no6
doe2
zing3
si6
ngo5
從沒有野心去搶她寶座

She never had the ambition to take her throne.

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zung6
mei6
jau6
je5
sam1
heoi3
cong1
taa1
bou2
zo2
大家都不結果 我卻喜愛做我

It doesn't work, but I love it.

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taai3
ze1
dou1
fau2
lit3
gwo2
ngo5
koek3
hei2
oi3
zou6
ngo5
毋負我生命 展覽我的風景

They took my life and showed me my landscape.

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mou4
fu6
ngo5
sang1
ming6
zin2
laam5
ngo5
dik1
fung3
jing2
誰還希罕 擁有絕讚的風情

Who else has a great mood?

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seoi4
waan4
hei1
hon2
ung2
jau6
zyut6
zaan3
dik1
fung3
cing4
原諒我驕傲 途人無需品評

I'm proud of myself, and I don't need any comments.

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jyun5
loeng6
ngo5
giu1
ngou6
tou4
jan4
mou4
seoi1
ban2
ping4
誰又及我活得高興

Who else would be happy to live with me?

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seoi4
jau6
kap6
ngo5
wut6
dak1
gou1
jan6
懶管你為我 決定便宜訂價

So, you decide to book a cheap one for me.

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laan5
gun2
nei5
wai6
ngo5
kyut3
ding6
pin4
ji4
ding6
gaai3
仍無損這一生 燦爛的芳華

It's still a lifetime of decaying fragrance.

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jing4
mou4
syun2
ze5
jat1
sang1
caan3
laan6
dik1
fong1
waa6
去不到你家 於荒野被遺下

You can't go home, you're left in the wilderness.

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heoi3
fau2
dou3
nei5
ze1
wu1
fong1
je5
pei5
wai6
haa6
但是做個小花 亦繼續盛放吧

But just be a little flower and keep growing.

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daan6
si6
zou6
go3
siu2
waa6
jik6
gai3
zuk6
sing6
fong3
baa6
玫瑰花賣得比我多 放到最高卻是我

The flowers sold more than me, and I was the highest selling.

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mui4
gwai3
waa6
maai6
dak1
bei3
ngo5
do1
fong3
dou3
zeoi3
gou1
koek3
si6
ngo5
難道我寄望你 拿着菊花祝賀

I'm waiting for you to congratulate me with a flower.

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no4
dou6
ngo5
gei3
mong6
nei5
naa4
jyu3
guk1
waa6
zuk1
ho3
玫瑰的知音比我多 最細那朵正是我

The little one who knew more than me was me.

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mui4
gwai3
dik1
zi3
jam1
bei3
ngo5
do1
zeoi3
sai3
no6
doe2
zing3
si6
ngo5
從沒有野心去搶她寶座

She never had the ambition to take her throne.

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zung6
mei6
jau6
je5
sam1
heoi3
cong1
taa1
bou2
zo2
大家都不結果 我卻喜愛做我

It doesn't work, but I love it.

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taai3
ze1
dou1
fau2
lit3
gwo2
ngo5
koek3
hei2
oi3
zou6
ngo5
玫瑰花賣得比我多 放到最高卻是我

The flowers sold more than me, and I was the highest selling.

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mui4
gwai3
waa6
maai6
dak1
bei3
ngo5
do1
fong3
dou3
zeoi3
gou1
koek3
si6
ngo5
難道我寄望你 拿着菊花祝賀

I'm waiting for you to congratulate me with a flower.

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no4
dou6
ngo5
gei3
mong6
nei5
naa4
jyu3
guk1
waa6
zuk1
ho3
玫瑰的知音比我多 最細那朵正是我

The little one who knew more than me was me.

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mui4
gwai3
dik1
zi3
jam1
bei3
ngo5
do1
zeoi3
sai3
no6
doe2
zing3
si6
ngo5
從沒有野心去搶她寶座

She never had the ambition to take her throne.

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zung6
mei6
jau6
je5
sam1
heoi3
cong1
taa1
bou2
zo2
大家都不結果 我卻喜愛做我

It doesn't work, but I love it.

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taai3
ze1
dou1
fau2
lit3
gwo2
ngo5
koek3
hei2
oi3
zou6
ngo5
About This Song

The song "" (Xio J), performed by the artist (Gu Zu Lin), embodies a heartfelt exploration of self-acceptance and resilience amid societal expectations and comparisons. The overarching theme revolves around the singers affirmation of her identity as a simple chrysanthemum, contrasting with the more glamorous rose, symbolizing societal beauty and success. This metaphor serves as the emotional core of the song, conveying a message of self-love and determination to flourish despite being overlooked or underestimated.

In the lyrics, the singer articulates her journey of growth after leaving her roots, expressing confidence to thrive in the face of adversity. She reflects on the notion that, while others may shine brighter or be more sought afterrepresented by the roseher own unique beauty and essence should not be disregarded. The recurrent phrase " " (Unable to reach your home, left in the wilderness) accentuates feelings of abandonment and solitude, yet the determination to "" (continue to bloom) highlights a transformative strength.

Musically, the song features melodic elements that evoke a sense of lightness and resilience, complementing the lyrical sentiments. The use of vivid imagery, such as contrasting the rose and chrysanthemum, showcases notable lyrical techniques, inviting listeners to visualize the depth of the emotional narrative. The repetitive structure reinforces the singer's steadfastness in embracing her identity while reiterating profound truths about individuality and acceptance.

Culturally, "" reflects the values of humility and tenacity often celebrated in Chinese society while poignantly addressing the pressures of conforming to ideals of beauty and success. The chrysanthemum holds cultural significance in Asia, representing elegance and perseverance, thus deepening the song's message about embracing one's true self. Overall, 's "" resonates with anyone seeking affirmation of their unique qualities amidst the complexities of societal comparison.

Song Details
Singer:
谷祖琳
Total Lines:
31