點火

By 鄭俊弘

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
雙頰熱燙 你的眼睛往下看

Your eyes are looking down.

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soeng1
haap3
jit6
tong3
nei5
dik1
ngaan5
zing1
wong5
haa6
hon3
你早已不覺受創

You're not hurt.

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nei5
zou2
ji5
fau2
gok3
sau6
cong3
也許給委屈得太多

Maybe too much to blame.

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jaa5
heoi2
kap1
wai2
wat1
dak1
taai3
do1
爽快認錯 至少耳朵免罪過

At least the ear will be free to admit it.

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song2
faai3
jing6
laap6
zi3
siu3
ji5
doe2
min5
zeoi6
gwo3
你知道反抗動

You know, resistance.

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nei5
zi3
dou6
faan3
kong3
dung6
無助結果也是白忙

It's also a waste of time.

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mou4
zo6
lit3
gwo2
jaa5
si6
baak6
mong4
或者你可保留現狀

Or you can keep it that way.

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waak6
ze2
nei5
ho2
bou2
lau4
jin6
zong6
跪倒亦可只求及岸

And you can just get down on your knees and get to the shore.

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gwai6
dou2
jik6
ho2
zi2
kau4
kap6
ngon6
所有價值都拋到腦後方

All the value is thrown away.

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so2
jau6
gaai3
zik6
dou1
paau1
dou3
nou5
hau6
fong1
是誰為你界定了何謂快樂

Who defined happiness for you?

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si6
seoi4
wai6
nei5
gaai3
ding6
liu4
ho6
wai6
faai3
ngok6
別怕點火 懷着從前願望

Don't be afraid to light a fire, and keep your hopes alive.

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bit6
paa3
dim2
fo2
waai4
jyu3
zung6
cin4
jyun6
mong6
今天起快醒覺

Wake up early today.

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gam1
tin1
hei2
faai3
sing2
gok3
如若能青春記住要傲狂

If you can remember being a teenager, you can be a fool.

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jyu4
joek6
toi4
cing1
ceon1
gei3
zyu6
jiu3
ngou6
kwong4
快點火 離席時亦可不枉最初

It's not right to start a fire, to leave a seat.

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faai3
dim2
fo2
lei4
zik6
si4
jik6
ho2
fau2
wong2
zeoi3
co1
至少你統統試過

At least you've tried it.

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zi3
siu3
nei5
tung2
tung2
si5
gwo3
不會認錯 那天你不會認錯

You won't be wrong that day.

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fau2
wui6
jing6
laap6
no6
tin1
nei5
fau2
wui6
jing6
laap6
那天你擁有自我

You have a self that day.

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no6
tin1
nei5
ung2
jau6
zi6
ngo5
卻得到摧毀的結果

But it was devastating.

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koek3
dak1
dou3
ceoi4
wai2
dik1
lit3
gwo2
想過別幹 去闖去找你突破

You want to go through the trunk and dig for your breakthrough.

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soeng2
gwo3
bit6
hon4
heoi3
cong3
heoi3
zaau2
nei5
duk1
po3
卻輸料給那便當

And they're just giving it a living.

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koek3
syu1
liu6
kap1
no6
pin4
dong3
然後你不再問為何

And then you don't ask why.

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jin4
hau6
nei5
fau2
zoi3
man6
wai6
ho6
或者你可保留現狀

Or you can keep it that way.

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waak6
ze2
nei5
ho2
bou2
lau4
jin6
zong6
跪倒亦可只求及岸

And you can just get down on your knees and get to the shore.

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gwai6
dou2
jik6
ho2
zi2
kau4
kap6
ngon6
所有價值都拋到腦後方

All the value is thrown away.

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so2
jau6
gaai3
zik6
dou1
paau1
dou3
nou5
hau6
fong1
是誰為你界定了何謂快樂

Who defined happiness for you?

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si6
seoi4
wai6
nei5
gaai3
ding6
liu4
ho6
wai6
faai3
ngok6
別怕點火

Don't be afraid to light a fire.

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bit6
paa3
dim2
fo2
懷着從前願望

And I'm hoping for the future.

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waai4
jyu3
zung6
cin4
jyun6
mong6
今天起快醒覺

Wake up early today.

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gam1
tin1
hei2
faai3
sing2
gok3
如若能青春記住要傲狂

If you can remember being a teenager, you can be a fool.

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jyu4
joek6
toi4
cing1
ceon1
gei3
zyu6
jiu3
ngou6
kwong4
快點火

Light the fire.

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faai3
dim2
fo2
離席時亦可不枉最初

And it's not right to be away.

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lei4
zik6
si4
jik6
ho2
fau2
wong2
zeoi3
co1
至少你統統試過

At least you've tried it.

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zi3
siu3
nei5
tung2
tung2
si5
gwo3
看看很多 人像羊羣活着

And you see a lot of people living like sheep.

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hon3
hon3
han2
do1
jan4
zoeng6
joeng4
kwan4
wut6
jyu3
守規矩懶出錯

The rules are wrong.

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sau3
kwai1
geoi2
laan5
ceot1
laap6
難倒人想得到便要附和

And the hard part is getting it.

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no4
dou2
jan4
soeng2
dak1
dou3
pin4
jiu3
fu6
wo4
快點火 離席時亦可不枉最初

It's not right to start a fire, to leave a seat.

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faai3
dim2
fo2
lei4
zik6
si4
jik6
ho2
fau2
wong2
zeoi3
co1
轉眼就過 你一切功與罪過

And you'll look back at all your deeds and sins.

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zyun3
ngaan5
zau6
gwo3
nei5
jat1
cit3
gung1
jyu6
zeoi6
gwo3
記低你真正活過

Remember that you really lived.

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gei3
dai1
nei5
zan1
zing3
wut6
gwo3
還是你想一覺遺忘

Or you want to forget.

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waan4
si6
nei5
soeng2
jat1
gok3
wai6
mong6
About This Song

("Ignition") by captures the journey of self-discovery and empowerment amidst societal pressures and personal struggles. The main theme revolves around the awakening from a state of complacency, encouraging listeners to embrace their true selves without fear of judgment. This emotional core resonates deeply as it reflects the universal longing for authenticity in a world that often promotes conformity and suppression of one's desires.

The song narrates a story of an individual grappling with feelings of inadequacy and the realization that happiness is self-defined. Through vivid imagery and relatable situations, the lyrics explore the tension between societal expectations and personal aspirations. The repeated phrase '' ("quick, ignite") serves as a rallying cry for listeners to reignite their passions and take bold steps toward their dreams, moving beyond the constraints that have held them back.

Musically, features a dynamic arrangement that balances uplifting melodies with introspective lyrics, enhancing the emotional depth of the song. Notable lyrical techniques include metaphors depicting fire as a catalyst for change and vivid contrasts between past regrets and future aspirations. The songs structure builds momentum, creating a sense of urgency that compels listeners to reflect on their own lives.

Culturally, resonates strongly in today's context where many young people struggle with identity and societal expectations in rapidly changing environments. It speaks to a generation yearning for authenticity and the courage to challenge the status quo. By encouraging listeners to "ignite" their inner fire, the song not only emphasizes personal growth but also serves as an anthem for those seeking to break free from societal molds.

Song Details
Singer:
鄭俊弘
Total Lines:
39