搭台

By 鄭子威

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
你轉職加了薪 誰降職減了薪

You change jobs, you get paid more, and someone else quits their jobs and they pay less.

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nei5
zyun3
zik1
gaa3
liu4
san1
seoi4
hong4
zik1
gaam2
liu4
san1
仍付賬

It's still a lot of money.

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jing4
fu6
zoeng3
他跟她分了手 誰跟他拖了手

He broke up with her, and she pulled him out.

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to1
gan1
taa1
fan6
liu4
sau2
seoi4
gan1
to1
to1
liu4
sau2
仍混賬

It's still confusing.

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jing4
gwan2
zoeng3
我跌出的眼袋 誰笑出的眼袋

The ones that fell off my face, the ones that laughed.

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ngo5
daat3
ceot1
dik1
ngaan5
doi2
seoi4
siu3
ceot1
dik1
ngaan5
doi2
仍敗仗

Still losing the war.

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jing4
baai6
zoeng6
新消息聽太多 難吸收 才缺氧

The news is so overwhelming, it's hard to absorb, and it's so short of oxygen.

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san1
siu1
sik1
teng1
taai3
do1
no4
ngap1
sau1
coi4
kyut3
joeng5
被愛與被愛

Being loved and loved.

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pei5
oi3
jyu6
pei5
oi3
無慾也繼續搭台

And the unwillingness to do so continued.

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mou4
juk6
jaa5
gai3
zuk6
daap3
toi4
未愛與未愛

Unloved and unloved.

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mei6
oi3
jyu6
mei6
oi3
無謂也繼續搭台

And I'm going to continue to do it.

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mou4
wai6
jaa5
gai3
zuk6
daap3
toi4
就算無人愛

Even if no one loves you.

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zau6
syun3
mou4
jan4
oi3
勤奮好學變天才

Work hard and learn to be a genius.

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kan4
fan3
hou3
hok6
bin3
tin1
coi4
被愛變未愛

Being loved and unloved.

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pei5
oi3
bin3
mei6
oi3
無視也繼續搭台

Ignorance continued to rise.

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mou4
si6
jaa5
gai3
zuk6
daap3
toi4
未愛變被愛

Love is not love.

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mei6
oi3
bin3
pei5
oi3
無念也繼續搭台

And I remembered to keep going.

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mou4
nim6
jaa5
gai3
zuk6
daap3
toi4
像有個競賽

It's like a competition.

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zoeng6
jau6
go3
ging6
coi3
問我有沒有將來

Ask me if there is a future.

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man6
ngo5
jau6
mei6
jau6
zoeng3
loi6
也許 對方不想跟我對坐

Maybe they don't want to sit with me.

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jaa5
heoi2
deoi3
fong1
fau2
soeng2
gan1
ngo5
deoi3
zo6
各種招式給我折磨

I was tortured by all these invitations.

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gok3
zung3
ziu1
sik1
kap1
ngo5
zit3
mo6
難免要看這種變相娛樂

It's a lot of fun to watch this change.

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no4
min5
jiu3
hon3
ze5
zung3
bin3
soeng2
jyu4
ngok6
也許 對方很想跟我對坐

Maybe they wanted to sit with me.

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jaa5
heoi2
deoi3
fong1
han2
soeng2
gan1
ngo5
deoi3
zo6
來訴苦需振作

You have to act to complain.

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loi6
sou3
fu2
seoi1
zan3
zok3
提示我 有些傷感一晚就帶過

Reminds me of some pain I felt overnight.

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tai4
si6
ngo5
jau6
se1
soeng1
gam2
jat1
maan5
zau6
daai3
gwo3
你也許長太高 誰也許不夠高

You may be too tall, or you may not be tall enough.

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nei5
jaa5
heoi2
zoeng6
taai3
gou1
seoi4
jaa5
heoi2
fau2
gau3
gou1
仍獨唱

I'm still singing solo.

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jing4
duk6
coeng3
他消失空氣中 誰呼吸空氣中

He disappeared into the air.

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to1
siu1
sat1
hung3
hei3
zung1
seoi4
hu1
ngap1
hung3
hei3
zung1
仍合唱

They still sing.

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jing4
ho4
coeng3
我遠方的壯舉 誰已不需壯舉

My remarkable achievements, who doesn't need to be?

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ngo5
jyun6
fong1
dik1
zong6
geoi2
seoi4
ji5
fau2
seoi1
zong6
geoi2
仍伴唱

Still singing along.

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jing4
bun6
coeng3
生生不息擴張 誰歡喜 誰冷卻

Life expectancy is growing, and who's happy, who's cooling down?

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sang1
sang1
fau2
sik1
kwong3
zoeng3
seoi4
fun1
hei2
seoi4
laang5
koek3
被愛與被愛

Being loved and loved.

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pei5
oi3
jyu6
pei5
oi3
無慾也繼續搭台

And the unwillingness to do so continued.

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mou4
juk6
jaa5
gai3
zuk6
daap3
toi4
未愛與未愛

Unloved and unloved.

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mei6
oi3
jyu6
mei6
oi3
無謂也繼續搭台

And I'm going to continue to do it.

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mou4
wai6
jaa5
gai3
zuk6
daap3
toi4
就算無人愛

Even if no one loves you.

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zau6
syun3
mou4
jan4
oi3
勤奮好學變天才

Work hard and learn to be a genius.

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kan4
fan3
hou3
hok6
bin3
tin1
coi4
被愛變未愛

Being loved and unloved.

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pei5
oi3
bin3
mei6
oi3
無視也繼續搭台

Ignorance continued to rise.

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mou4
si6
jaa5
gai3
zuk6
daap3
toi4
未愛變被愛

Love is not love.

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mei6
oi3
bin3
pei5
oi3
無念也繼續搭台

And I remembered to keep going.

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mou4
nim6
jaa5
gai3
zuk6
daap3
toi4
像有個競賽

It's like a competition.

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zoeng6
jau6
go3
ging6
coi3
問我有沒有將來

Ask me if there is a future.

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man6
ngo5
jau6
mei6
jau6
zoeng3
loi6
也許 對方不想跟我對坐

Maybe they don't want to sit with me.

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jaa5
heoi2
deoi3
fong1
fau2
soeng2
gan1
ngo5
deoi3
zo6
各種招式給我折磨

I was tortured by all these invitations.

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gok3
zung3
ziu1
sik1
kap1
ngo5
zit3
mo6
難免要看這種變相娛樂

It's a lot of fun to watch this change.

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no4
min5
jiu3
hon3
ze5
zung3
bin3
soeng2
jyu4
ngok6
也許 對方很想跟我對坐

Maybe they wanted to sit with me.

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jaa5
heoi2
deoi3
fong1
han2
soeng2
gan1
ngo5
deoi3
zo6
來訴苦需振作

You have to act to complain.

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loi6
sou3
fu2
seoi1
zan3
zok3
提示我 有些傷感一晚就帶過

Reminds me of some pain I felt overnight.

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tai4
si6
ngo5
jau6
se1
soeng1
gam2
jat1
maan5
zau6
daai3
gwo3
也許 對方居心跟我對坐

Maybe they're comfortable sitting with me.

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jaa5
heoi2
deoi3
fong1
geoi1
sam1
gan1
ngo5
deoi3
zo6
眼光相交闖進愛河

They're falling in love.

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ngaan5
gwong1
soeng2
gaau1
cong3
zeon3
oi3
ho2
留意撒網麻煩要看清楚

Watch out for the trouble.

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lau4
ji3
saat3
mong5
maa4
faan4
jiu3
hon3
cing1
co2
也許 對方不可跟我對坐

Maybe they can't sit with me.

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jaa5
heoi2
deoi3
fong1
fau2
ho2
gan1
ngo5
deoi3
zo6
連搭台都搭錯

Even the stage is wrong.

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lin4
daap3
toi4
dou1
daap3
laap6
提示我 有些空位不要直接坐

It reminds me that there are some empty spaces where you shouldn't sit straight.

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tai4
si6
ngo5
jau6
se1
hung3
wai6
fau2
jiu3
zik6
zip3
zo6
About This Song

The song "" by delves into the intricacies of love, relationships, and the emotional turmoil that often accompanies them. The main theme revolves around the ups and downs of human connections, particularly the struggles of being loved and of loving in return. The repetitive phrase "" emphasizes the idea of persistence, indicating that despite the heartbreaks and disillusionments experienced, one continues to put oneself on the stage of relationships, yearning for intimacy and understanding. This notion captures a profound emotional core that resonates with anyone who has faced the trials of love.

The narrative in the lyrics portrays the contrasting experiences of various individuals as they navigate their romantic lives. For instance, the songs' mention of career transitions alongside relationship disputes metaphorically reflects the unpredictability and uncertainties of life, paralleling career successes and failures with matters of the heart. This duality paints a vivid picture of how love is interwoven with everyday struggles, making the narrative relatable and poignant. The artist seems to suggest that no matter the outcomesbe it separation, remaining single, or unreciprocated feelingsindividuals still seek connection and understanding.

Musically, the song features a blend of contemporary pop elements with introspective lyrics, often employing a conversational style that invites listeners to engage with its deeper meanings. The repetition of certain phrases serves as a lyrical technique to reinforce key themes, while varying the vocal expressions adds emotional depth. Moreover, sections of the song shift from solo reflections to harmonized chorus moments, mirroring the solitude of heartbreak and the communal aspects of shared experiences in love.

From a cultural perspective, "" captures the essence of modern relationships in Chinese society, where pressures regarding love and success intertwine. The use of everyday language and relatable scenarios enhances its appeal, making it a reflective piece for younger audiences grappling with the complexities of romantic engagements in a fast-paced world. Overall, s artistry not only illustrates personal experiences but also comments on broader social dynamics, making this song significant in discussing contemporary love.

Song Details
Singer:
鄭子威
Total Lines:
56