知錯

By 鄭欣宜

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
又再數 看上你有幾多個

And count again, and see how many you have.

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jau6
zoi3
sou3
hon3
soeng6
nei5
jau6
gei2
do1
go3
溜後了 要怪我太過矜持懶惰

I'm too late to be too lazy.

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lau1
hau6
liu4
jiu3
gwaai3
ngo5
taai3
gwo3
kam4
ci4
laan5
尋自信 你愛上了被愛 嘉賓早滿座

Be confident, you're in love with being loved, and the guests are already sitting.

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cam4
zi6
seon3
nei5
oi3
soeng6
liu4
pei5
oi3
aa3
ban3
zou2
mun6
zo2
吻到想吻下一個

Kissing the next one.

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man5
dou3
soeng2
man5
haa6
jat1
go3
我錯半次已經知錯

I've been wrong half the time.

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ngo5
laap6
bun3
ci3
ji5
ging1
zi3
laap6
回覆到 當初好兄妹那陣怯懦

And I'm going back to the beginning, when my big brother was scared.

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wui4
fuk1
dou3
dong3
co1
hou3
hing1
mui2
no6
zan6
hip3
平靜到 似戰友去為你分析加協助

Calm down, and be like a warrior who helps you analyze and help you.

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ping4
zing6
dou3
ci5
zin3
jau5
heoi3
wai6
nei5
fan6
sik1
gaa3
hip6
zo6
其實最尾結局已經太清楚

The end result is pretty clear.

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kei4
sat6
zeoi3
mei5
lit3
guk6
ji5
ging1
taai3
cing1
co2
傻得起 三分鐘好意足夠回味什麼

I'm up and I'm three minutes curious enough to know what it tastes like.

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so4
dak1
hei2
saam3
fan6
zung1
hou3
ji3
zuk1
gau3
wui4
mei6
zaap6
mo5
離得開 一開口表態過後麻煩就多

It's more trouble than it is to open a form.

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lei4
dak1
hoi1
jat1
hoi1
hau2
biu2
taai3
gwo3
hau6
maa4
faan4
zau6
do1
誰知道 長年共渡原來未在乎過

Who knows, I didn't care about the years.

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seoi4
zi3
dou6
zoeng6
nin4
gung6
dou6
jyun5
loi6
mei6
zoi6
wu4
gwo3
藏得起 手機的短訊足夠炫耀什麼

And you can hide what the text messages on your phone show.

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zong6
dak1
hei2
sau2
gei1
dik1
dyun2
seon3
zuk1
gau3
jyun6
jiu6
zaap6
mo5
難想像 多少感激與信任仍然是不愛我

It's hard to imagine how much gratitude and trust they still have in me.

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no4
soeng2
zoeng6
do1
siu3
gam2
gik1
jyu6
seon3
jam6
jing4
jin4
si6
fau2
oi3
ngo5
其實已揹負太多 知醜到

I've been too busy, and I'm ugly.

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kei4
sat6
ji5
be1
fu6
taai3
do1
zi3
cau2
dou3
如何沉淪寂寞也顧後果

And how sad loneliness is, too.

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jyu4
ho6
zam6
leon4
zik6
mok6
jaa5
gu3
hau6
gwo2
灰心到 世界無人明白我議論卻甚多

I was so desperate that no one in the world understood what I was arguing about.

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fui1
sam1
dou3
sai3
gaai3
mou4
jan4
ming4
baak6
ngo5
ji6
leon6
koek3
sap6
do1
我對你每一幕 就算可牽引全城觀眾

I'm going to show you every single scene, even if it's a citywide audience.

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ngo5
deoi3
nei5
mei5
jat1
mok6
zau6
syun3
ho2
hin1
jan5
cyun4
sing4
gun3
zung3
偏你心 像石頭全沒一絲感動

You're like a stone, not touched.

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pin1
nei5
sam1
zoeng6
sek6
tau4
cyun4
mei6
jat1
si1
gam2
dung6
可惜我 痛也不敢承認痛

Unfortunately, I don't know how to admit it.

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ho2
sik1
ngo5
tung3
jaa5
fau2
gam2
sing4
jing6
tung3
無能為力又撲一空

I couldn't get it to go off.

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mou4
toi4
wai6
lik6
jau6
puk1
jat1
hung3
三分鐘好意足夠回味什麼

Three minutes of trying to get a taste.

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saam3
fan6
zung1
hou3
ji3
zuk1
gau3
wui4
mei6
zaap6
mo5
離得開 一開口表態過後麻煩就多

It's more trouble than it is to open a form.

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lei4
dak1
hoi1
jat1
hoi1
hau2
biu2
taai3
gwo3
hau6
maa4
faan4
zau6
do1
誰知道 長年共渡原來未在乎過

Who knows, I didn't care about the years.

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seoi4
zi3
dou6
zoeng6
nin4
gung6
dou6
jyun5
loi6
mei6
zoi6
wu4
gwo3
藏得起 手機的短訊足夠炫耀什麼

And you can hide what the text messages on your phone show.

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zong6
dak1
hei2
sau2
gei1
dik1
dyun2
seon3
zuk1
gau3
jyun6
jiu6
zaap6
mo5
難想像 多少感激與信任仍然是不好過

It's hard to imagine how much gratitude and trust still go unheeded.

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no4
soeng2
zoeng6
do1
siu3
gam2
gik1
jyu6
seon3
jam6
jing4
jin4
si6
fau2
hou3
gwo3
其實已揹負太多 知醜到

I've been too busy, and I'm ugly.

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kei4
sat6
ji5
be1
fu6
taai3
do1
zi3
cau2
dou3
如何沉淪寂寞也顧後果

And how sad loneliness is, too.

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jyu4
ho6
zam6
leon4
zik6
mok6
jaa5
gu3
hau6
gwo2
灰心到 世界無人明白我我亦都 憎我

I was so desperate that no one in the world understood me, and I hated myself.

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fui1
sam1
dou3
sai3
gaai3
mou4
jan4
ming4
baak6
ngo5
ngo5
jik6
dou1
zang1
ngo5
About This Song

The song "" ("Know My Mistakes") by (Gigi Leung) delves deep into the complexities of unrequited love and the burden of emotional turmoil that comes with it. At its core, the song captures a feeling of regret and introspection, as the protagonist reflects on a relationship that never fully came to fruition. The exploration of emotions such as longing, heartache, and self-doubt are vividly portrayed throughout the lyrics, creating an intimate connection with listeners who may have faced similar struggles.

The narrative unfolds as the singer iterates moments of self-reckoning after realizing her feelings are unreturned. The lyrics narrate the experience of waiting and yearning for love that has remained unreciprocated, shedding light on the widespread issue of feeling unworthy and stagnant in emotional relationships. The protagonist speaks to the pain of observing someone else moving forward while she grapples with her feelings of inadequacy and isolation, making the song relatable to many who have experienced the paralyzing effect of love in vain.

Musically, "" utilizes a melodic and haunting arrangement that complements the lyrical themes of sadness and introspection. The incorporation of poignant phrasing and cascading melodies enhances the emotional weight of the lyrics. Notable lyrical techniques, such as repetition and vivid imagery, convey a feeling of hopelessness and a plea for understanding, allowing audiences to vividly visualize the protagonists feelings. This combination of heartfelt lyrics and moving composition creates a powerful listening experience that resonates deeply.

Culturally, the song speaks to broader themes of love and heartache that are common in many cultures, yet it specifically reflects the nuances of contemporary relationships in a fast-paced, anxiety-inducing society. It highlights the often-unvoiced struggles regarding emotional vulnerability and the seeking of validation in relationships. Through her expressive approach, captures the essence of a modern-day love story that transcends boundaries, inviting listeners from different backgrounds to reflect on their own experiences with love, self-identity, and emotional resilience.

Song Details
Singer:
鄭欣宜
Total Lines:
28