電燈膽

By 鄧麗欣

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
假使不能公開妒忌 學習大方接受

If you can't be jealous, learn to accept.

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gaa2
si2
fau2
toi4
gung1
hoi1
gei6
hok6
zap6
taai3
fong1
zip3
sau6
同行時要殿後 誰冷落舊朋友

And when you're going to the palace, who's going to be a cold friend?

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tung4
hong6
si4
jiu3
din6
hau6
seoi4
laang5
lok6
gau6
pang4
jau5
節日約我三位一體的慶祝

The festival was about three of us celebrating.

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zit3
mik6
joek3
ngo5
saam3
wai6
jat1
tai2
dik1
hing3
zuk1
沿途明亮燈飾閃映着沉重

There was a lot of light shining along the way.

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yun4
tou4
ming4
loeng6
dang1
sik1
sim2
joeng2
jyu3
zam6
zung6
言談越熾熱 內在更冰凍

The hotter the conversation, the more frozen the conversation.

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jin4
taam4
jyut6
ci3
jit6
noi6
zoi6
gang3
jing4
dung3
誰當初無心將兩方綴合

Who wouldn't have written both sides together?

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seoi4
dong3
co1
mou4
sam1
zoeng3
loeng5
fong1
zyut6
ho4
然後留低 只得這寂寞人

And then we leave this lonely person.

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jin4
hau6
lau4
dai1
zi2
dak1
ze5
zik6
mok6
jan4
仍是你們密友 呆望你們熱吻

They're still your best friends, and they're looking at you with a big kiss.

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jing4
si6
nei5
mun4
mat6
jau5
ngoi4
mong6
nei5
mun4
jit6
man5
應該傷感還是快感

It's probably painful or it's happy.

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jing3
goi1
soeng1
gam2
waan4
si6
faai3
gam2
能迴避嘛 我怕了當那電燈膽

I was afraid that the light bulb would go off.

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toi4
wui4
bei6
maa4
ngo5
paa3
liu4
dong3
no6
din6
dang1
daam2
黏着你們 來來回委曲中受難

I'm watching you, coming back and suffering in the process.

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zim1
jyu3
nei5
mun4
loi6
loi6
wui4
wai2
kuk1
zung1
sau6
no4
一個我被撇低 卻又很不慣

I was left alone, but I was not used to it.

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jat1
go3
ngo5
pei5
pit3
dai1
koek3
jau6
han2
fau2
gwaan3
要走的一剎又折返

And the way you go, you turn around.

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jiu3
zau2
dik1
jat1
saat3
jau6
zit3
faan1
能承認嘛 我故意當那電燈膽

And I'll admit, I'm going to take that light bulb on purpose.

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toi4
sing4
jing6
maa4
ngo5
gu3
ji3
dong3
no6
din6
dang1
daam2
他日你們完場時 入替也不難

And when you're done, it's not that hard to replace.

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to1
mik6
nei5
mun4
jyun4
coeng4
si4
jap6
tai3
jaa5
fau2
no4
善良人埋藏着最壞的心眼

Good people hide the worst of their hearts.

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sin6
loeng4
jan4
maai4
zong6
jyu3
zeoi3
waai6
dik1
sam1
ngaan5
妄想一天你們會散 會選我嗎

And you're going to choose me, thinking that one day you're going to be scattered?

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mong6
soeng2
jat1
tin1
nei5
mun4
wui6
saan3
wui6
syun3
ngo5
maa5
對換了你身份可應該滿足

It's enough to change your identity.

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deoi3
wun6
liu4
nei5
jyun4
fan6
ho2
jing3
goi1
mun6
zuk1
情人還是知己都擁入懷抱

They embrace each other, whether they love them or not.

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cing4
jan4
waan4
si6
zi3
gei2
dou1
ung2
jap6
waai4
pou5
同情或眼淚 讓別個得到

Compassion or tears, let someone else have it.

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tung4
cing4
waak6
ngaan5
leoi6
joeng6
bit6
go3
dak1
dou3
留低的原因一世的秘密

The secret of why it was left.

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lau4
dai1
dik1
jyun5
jan1
jat1
sai3
dik1
bai3
mat6
其實明知只得我是外人

I just knew I was a stranger.

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kei4
sat6
ming4
zi3
zi2
dak1
ngo5
si6
oi6
jan4
仍是你們密友 呆望你們熱吻

They're still your best friends, and they're looking at you with a big kiss.

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jing4
si6
nei5
mun4
mat6
jau5
ngoi4
mong6
nei5
mun4
jit6
man5
應該開心還是痛心

It's either happy or sad.

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jing3
goi1
hoi1
sam1
waan4
si6
tung3
sam1
About This Song

The song "" ("The Light Bulb") by Hong Kong singer (Gem Tang) delves deeply into themes of unrequited love and the complex emotions experienced when one is caught in the role of an observer in a romantic relationship. The metaphor of the light bulb symbolizes the illuminating yet harsh nature of witnessing ones friends in love while grappling with their own feelings of loneliness and longing. This emotional conflict is the song's core, resonating with anyone who has felt like an outsider in the sphere of love, where joy for others intertwines with personal sorrow.

The narrative unfolds through the lyrics, which reflect moments of introspection as the singer observes the affectionate dynamics shared by a couple. The gradual transition from initial acceptance to an undercurrent of jealousy and desire highlights the singer's struggle with their unvoiceable feelings. The poignant questions posed throughout the song, such as whether to feel happy or heartbroken, encapsulate the lesson many learnlove can simultaneously be a source of joy and pain. The conversational tone, alongside the evocative imagery of lights and celebrations, paints a vivid picture of the singer's emotional turmoil.

Musically, the song blends melodic pop elements with poignant lyrical storytelling. Notable techniques include the use of contrasting moods; while the instrumentation may evoke festivity, the lyrics convey sadness and yearning. This juxtaposition serves to enhance the emotional depth of the song, inviting listeners to engage with the singers plight on a personal level. The repetitive use of key phrases emphasizes the cyclical nature of love and heartache, making the listener reflect on the inevitability of such experiences.

Culturally, "" resonates particularly with the Millennial and Gen Z audiences, who often navigate complex social relationships in a hyper-connected world. The song's themes of emotional transparency and the internal struggle between friendship and romantic feelings echo prevalent experiences in contemporary society. Gem Tang's ability to convey vulnerability and strength captures the essence of youthful love and friendship, making "" not just a song but a relatable anthem for those grappling with similar sentiments.

Song Details
Singer:
鄧麗欣
Total Lines:
24
Video:
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