消失的光陰

By 鄭伊健

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
我定迴歸 就像昨天承諾過

I'm going back, as I promised yesterday.

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ngo5
ding6
wui4
kwai3
zau6
zoeng6
zok6
tin1
sing4
nok6
gwo3
點起戰火 今次是不只我一個

I'm not the only one who's been setting fire to this.

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dim2
hei2
zin3
fo2
gam1
ci3
si6
fau2
zi2
ngo5
jat1
go3
如初 護衞你的還是我

You and me, you and me, we're all going to be together.

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jyu4
co1
wu6
wai6
nei5
dik1
waan4
si6
ngo5
有些兄弟 毋須講太多

Some brothers have to say too much.

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jau6
se1
hing1
teoi4
mou4
seoi1
gong2
taai3
do1
拳腳還是夠硬 雄心一向未冷

My fists are hard enough to keep my ambitions alive.

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kyun4
gok3
waan4
si6
gau3
ngaang6
hung4
sam1
jat1
hoeng3
mei6
laang5
何妨無視時間 來重閲理想清單

Why not just ignore the time and revisit the list of ideals?

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ho6
fong4
mou4
si6
si4
haan4
loi6
zung6
jit6
lei5
soeng2
cing1
sin6
和你回覆燦爛 重返年輕一晚

And you're back to being young again.

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wo4
nei5
wui4
fuk1
caan3
laan6
zung6
faan1
nin4
hing1
jat1
maan5
消失於 光陰中 那份蠻

And that's the part that disappears in the shadow of light.

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siu1
sat1
wu1
gwong1
jam3
zung1
no6
fan6
maan4
就趁你有得揀 來複發一晚

You can go back to the party if you have a choice.

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zau6
can3
nei5
jau6
dak1
gaan2
loi6
fuk6
fat3
jat1
maan5
昨日離疏 陣陣痛苦還在播

Yesterday, the pain was still there.

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zok6
mik6
lei4
so3
zan6
zan6
tung3
fu2
waan4
zoi6
bo3
只得你知 心裏面想起哪一個

You just have to know which one comes to mind.

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zi2
dak1
nei5
zi3
sam1
leoi5
min2
soeng2
hei2
naa5
jat1
go3
如梭 日月有否馴服我

I'm not familiar with the sun and the moon.

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jyu4
so1
mik6
jyut6
jau6
pei5
seon4
fuk6
ngo5
尚有生命 才不管結果

There is still life, no matter what the outcome.

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soeng6
jau6
sang1
ming6
coi4
fau2
gun2
lit3
gwo2
拳腳還是夠硬 雄心一向未冷

My fists are hard enough to keep my ambitions alive.

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kyun4
gok3
waan4
si6
gau3
ngaang6
hung4
sam1
jat1
hoeng3
mei6
laang5
何妨無視時間 來重閲理想清單

Why not just ignore the time and revisit the list of ideals?

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ho6
fong4
mou4
si6
si4
haan4
loi6
zung6
jit6
lei5
soeng2
cing1
sin6
和你回覆燦爛 重返年輕一晚

And you're back to being young again.

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wo4
nei5
wui4
fuk1
caan3
laan6
zung6
faan1
nin4
hing1
jat1
maan5
消失於 光陰中 那份蠻

And that's the part that disappears in the shadow of light.

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siu1
sat1
wu1
gwong1
jam3
zung1
no6
fan6
maan4
就趁你有得揀 來複發一晚

You can go back to the party if you have a choice.

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zau6
can3
nei5
jau6
dak1
gaan2
loi6
fuk6
fat3
jat1
maan5
退縮過的那一個 解釋過 反省過

The one who's been downsized explains the thought behind it.

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teoi3
suk1
gwo3
dik1
no6
jat1
go3
haai5
sik1
gwo3
faan3
sing2
gwo3
有種你不要找我 再渡明日劫禍

You don't have to look for me, and then you're in a terrible mess.

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jau6
zung3
nei5
fau2
jiu3
zaau2
ngo5
zoi3
dou6
ming4
mik6
gip3
wo6
捱過無盡變幻 停手只怕未慣

I'm always in the middle of things, and I'm afraid of getting used to it.

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ngaai4
gwo3
mou4
zeon6
bin3
waan6
ting4
sau2
zi2
paa3
mei6
gwaan3
何妨團聚人馬 來重認血跡斑斑

Why not get a horse together to identify the blood stains?

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ho6
fong4
tyun4
zeoi6
jan4
maa5
loi6
zung6
jing6
hyut3
zik1
baan1
baan1
和你回覆燦爛 重返年輕一晚

And you're back to being young again.

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wo4
nei5
wui4
fuk1
caan3
laan6
zung6
faan1
nin4
hing1
jat1
maan5
叱吒於 風波中 那份蠻

And I was rebuked for that part of the storm.

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zaa3
wu1
fung3
bo1
zung1
no6
fan6
maan4
猶幸有手足撐 何用太早散

I'm lucky to have a hand and foot, so why did I leave too soon?

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jau4
hang6
jau6
sau2
zuk1
caang3
ho6
jung6
taai3
zou2
saan3
About This Song

, performed by , focuses on themes of resilience, nostalgia, and camaraderie. The song encapsulates a heartfelt longing for the untainted days of youth and the profound connections that have weathered the trials of life. It juxtaposes the passing of time with the desire to relive moments of clarity and passion, highlighting the unbreakable spirit of friendship that endures despite the challenges faced along the way. This emotional core invites listeners to reflect on their own experiences of loss and hope, prompting a deep resonance with the songs sentiments.

The narrative within the song weaves a story of determination amid adversity. It speaks directly to the listener about the importance of not succumbing to despair but instead reviving the aspirations and dreams they once held dear. The lyrics use powerful imagery of martial spirit, symbolizing a fight against the encroaching doom of forgetfulness and stagnation, suggesting that one's ambitions should not fade even as time moves forward. Lines expressing the desire to "" (Return to youth for a night) illuminate a yearning to reclaim the exuberance of youth, thereby reflecting a universal desire to rediscover lost joys.

Musically, the song blends emotive melodies with impactful lyrical techniques such as repetition and vivid imagery. The verses build a rhythm that mirrors the pulse of youthful vigor, drawing listeners into the energetic plea to rekindle lost dreams. The use of energetic metaphors, like "" (fists remain strong), serves as a call to action, reinforcing the theme of enduring resilience. The composition also effectively utilizes dynamics to elevate moments of passion and intensity in the singer's delivery, enhancing the emotional weight of the lyrics.

Culturally, resonates within the context of Hong Kong's unique historical backdrop, where many individuals grapple with the tensions of modernity and nostalgia. , as a prominent figure in Cantopop, taps into a collective sentiment prevalent amongst his audiencean appreciation for both the past and the tenacity required to forge ahead. In this light, the song serves as an anthem for those navigating their personal journeys through time, promote unity and a shared struggle within a rapidly evolving society.

Song Details
Singer:
鄭伊健
Total Lines:
25