初見

By 鄧麗欣

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
睡房中攤開衣飾遮蓋被氈

I was in the bedroom, unclothed and covered in a blanket.

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seoi6
pong4
zung1
taan1
hoi1
ji3
sik1
ze1
koi3
pei5
zin1
浴室的香水傾瀉仿似激戰

The perfume in the bathroom was like a war.

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juk6
sat1
dik1
hoeng1
seoi2
king1
se3
fong2
ci5
gik1
zin3
內衣的色彩怎麼竟會細選

Why do you choose the color of your underwear?

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noi6
ji3
dik1
sik1
coi2
fim2
mo5
ging2
wui6
sai3
syun3
自信要散發緊張今次初見

Confidence is going to spread tension this time.

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zi6
seon3
jiu3
saan3
fat3
gan2
zoeng3
gam1
ci3
co1
jin6
愈混亂愈會失常

The more mess, the more mess.

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jyu6
gwan2
lyun6
jyu6
wui6
sat1
soeng4
引發太多空想 無聊

It's too much imagination, too much boredom.

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jan5
fat3
taai3
do1
hung3
soeng2
mou4
liu4
自我設計兩套對白 妄想

I designed two sets of contradictions, delusions.

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zi6
ngo5
cit3
gei3
loeng5
tou3
deoi3
baak6
mong6
soeng2
讓我去配配襯襯

Let me go and get the cooking.

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joeng6
ngo5
heoi3
pui3
pui3
can3
can3
愛上初初約會事前

Love before your first date.

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oi3
soeng6
co1
co1
joek3
wui6
si6
cin4
就算再拼拼貼貼

Even if you stick it together.

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zau6
syun3
zoi3
ping3
ping3
tip3
tip3
也太誇張總欠自然

It's too much of a natural thing.

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jaa5
taai3
kwaa1
zoeng3
zung2
him3
zi6
jin4
任我去痛痛快快

Let me get this over with.

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jam6
ngo5
heoi3
tung3
tung3
faai3
faai3
記載花心快樂目前

It's about being happy right now.

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gei3
zoi3
waa6
sam1
faai3
ngok6
muk6
cin4
讓這閃爍 快給你望見

Let this flash show you.

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joeng6
ze5
sim2
lok6
faai3
kap1
nei5
mong6
jin6
亂糟糟的一堆堆今季晚裝

A bunch of shit is coming up this season.

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lyun6
zou1
zou1
dik1
jat1
zeoi1
zeoi1
gam1
gwai3
maan5
zong1
避開衣架的困縛今晚釋放

The blindfolded clothes were released tonight.

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bei6
hoi1
ji3
gaa3
dik1
kwan3
fok3
gam1
maan5
sik1
fong3
為約見你多麼悉心的去化妝

To see how familiar you are with makeup.

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wai6
joek3
jin6
nei5
do1
mo5
sik1
sam1
dik1
heoi3
faa3
zong1
二百個配搭通通想你觀看

200 connections want you to see.

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ji6
mak6
go3
pui3
daap3
tung1
tung1
soeng2
nei5
gun3
hon3
已過了半個小時

It's been half an hour.

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ji5
gwo3
liu4
bun3
go3
siu2
si4
撲上碎粉胭脂 長裙

And then you can just shake it up and you can shake it up and you can shake it up.

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puk1
soeng6
seoi3
fan2
zi1
zoeng6
kwan2
熱褲每個變化透露 心思

Every change in the hot pants reveals the mind.

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jit6
fu3
mei5
go3
bin3
faa3
tau3
lou6
sam1
soi1
讓我去配配襯襯

Let me go and get the cooking.

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joeng6
ngo5
heoi3
pui3
pui3
can3
can3
愛上初初約會事前

Love before your first date.

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oi3
soeng6
co1
co1
joek3
wui6
si6
cin4
就算再拼拼貼貼

Even if you stick it together.

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zau6
syun3
zoi3
ping3
ping3
tip3
tip3
也太誇張總欠自然

It's too much of a natural thing.

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jaa5
taai3
kwaa1
zoeng3
zung2
him3
zi6
jin4
任我去痛痛快快

Let me get this over with.

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jam6
ngo5
heoi3
tung3
tung3
faai3
faai3
記載花心快樂目前

It's about being happy right now.

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gei3
zoi3
waa6
sam1
faai3
ngok6
muk6
cin4
讓這閃爍 快給你望見

Let this flash show you.

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joeng6
ze5
sim2
lok6
faai3
kap1
nei5
mong6
jin6
未去到吻你抱你

I didn't even come to kiss you and hug you.

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mei6
heoi3
dou3
man5
nei5
pou5
nei5
我會偷偷記錄事前

I'd steal the record.

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ngo5
wui6
tau1
tau1
gei3
luk6
si6
cin4
未説到我太愛你

I never told you I loved you so much.

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mei6
seoi3
dou3
ngo5
taai3
oi3
nei5
已有把握猜中預言

And I'm sure you've got the predictions.

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ji5
jau6
baa3
ngak1
caai1
zung1
jyu2
jin4
未去到霎氣鬥氣

I didn't go to the gym.

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mei6
heoi3
dou3
sap3
hei3
dau6
hei3
太過多心渴望未完

Too much of a desire to be fulfilled.

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taai3
gwo3
do1
sam1
kit3
mong6
mei6
jyun4
未到初見我怎去實踐

I didn't know how to do it.

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mei6
dou3
co1
jin6
ngo5
fim2
heoi3
sat6
zin6
讓我去配配襯襯

Let me go and get the cooking.

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joeng6
ngo5
heoi3
pui3
pui3
can3
can3
愛上初初約會事前

Love before your first date.

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oi3
soeng6
co1
co1
joek3
wui6
si6
cin4
就算再拼拼貼貼

Even if you stick it together.

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zau6
syun3
zoi3
ping3
ping3
tip3
tip3
也太誇張總欠自然

It's too much of a natural thing.

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jaa5
taai3
kwaa1
zoeng3
zung2
him3
zi6
jin4
任我去痛痛快快

Let me get this over with.

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jam6
ngo5
heoi3
tung3
tung3
faai3
faai3
記載花心快樂目前

It's about being happy right now.

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gei3
zoi3
waa6
sam1
faai3
ngok6
muk6
cin4
讓這閃爍 快給你望見

Let this flash show you.

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joeng6
ze5
sim2
lok6
faai3
kap1
nei5
mong6
jin6
就快初見 快給我望見

Let me see it.

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zau6
faai3
co1
jin6
faai3
kap1
ngo5
mong6
jin6
愛得罕見 衝昏我視線

Love is rare, and it blinks in my eyes.

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oi3
dak1
hon2
jin6
cung3
fan1
ngo5
si6
sin3
About This Song

The song "" (First Encounter) by (Denise Ho) exquisitely captures the exhilarating and nerve-wracking emotions that accompany the anticipation of a first date. At its core, the song grapples with themes of self-doubt, excitement, and the inherent pressure to make a lasting impression. Through the metaphor of preparing oneselfboth physically and emotionallyfor this important meeting, the lyrics lay bare the vulnerabilities one faces when stepping into the unknown realms of romance.

The narrative unfolds a story of meticulous preparation for an initial meeting, showcasing the protagonist's inner turmoil and the overwhelming desire to appear perfect. The imagery of choosing outfits, applying makeup, and even the selection of intimate apparel highlights the extent of anxiety and self-consciousness that can arise in such scenarios. The line between authenticity and performance blurs as the character struggles with the juxtaposition of desire and the fear of inadequacy, evoking a relatable sense of wanting to impress while staying true to oneself.

Musically, the song blends pop sensibilities with a catchy melody that complements its playful yet earnest lyricism. Notable lyrical techniques include vivid imagery and introspective questions, which engage the listener in a dialogue about their own experiences with love and self-presentation. The use of contrasting languagesuch as crafting an organized ensemble versus experiencing chaotic emotionsserves to amplify the tension inherent in first encounters, making the listener feel the character's heartbeat race.

Culturally, the song resonates particularly well within the context of contemporary discussions around dating and social expectations in modern societies. With the increase in dating apps and social pressures to achieve a perfect first impression, "" speaks to a generation navigating love in a fast-paced environment. Denise Ho's performance brings vitality to the song, allowing audiences to feel the warmth and humor in the lyrics while reflecting on their own pre-date jitters.

Song Details
Singer:
鄧麗欣
Total Lines:
44