幻滅時間

By 鄭秀文

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
遊移泡沫似幻覺

The bubble is like a hallucination.

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jau6
yi4
pou5
mut6
ci5
waan6
gok3
而情愛又似幻覺

Love is like a delusion.

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nang4
cing4
oi3
jau6
ci5
waan6
gok3
如能泡沫裏寄居就極度快樂

It's a lot of fun to stay in a bubble.

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jyu4
toi4
pou5
mut6
leoi5
gei3
geoi1
zau6
gik6
dou6
faai3
ngok6
陪同我住進幻覺

Come live with me in hallucinations.

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pui4
tung4
ngo5
zyu6
zeon3
waan6
gok3
遺忘了外界極惡

Forgetting the extreme evil of the outside world.

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wai6
mong6
liu4
oi6
gaai3
gik6
ok3
祈求我這個氣泡未墜地破落

Pray that my bubble doesn't fall apart.

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kei4
kau4
ngo5
ze5
go3
hei3
pou5
mei6
zeoi6
deng6
po3
lok6
未是幻滅時間

It's not the time to be disappointed.

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mei6
si6
waan6
mit6
si4
haan4
懸浮氣泡極燦爛 然而可消失一瞬間

The bubble ends are broken, but they disappear for a moment.

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jyun4
fau4
hei3
pou5
gik6
caan3
laan6
jin4
nang4
ho2
siu1
sat1
jat1
seon3
haan4
未是幻滅時間

It's not the time to be disappointed.

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mei6
si6
waan6
mit6
si4
haan4
纏綿愛戀極絢爛 然而一飄走不折返

And yet, the moment we walk away, we never turn back.

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zin6
min4
oi3
lyun5
gik6
seon1
laan6
jin4
nang4
jat1
piu1
zau2
fau2
zit3
faan1
未是幻滅時間

It's not the time to be disappointed.

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mei6
si6
waan6
mit6
si4
haan4
誰人也不用破壞

No one needs to damage it.

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seoi4
jan4
jaa5
fau2
jung6
po3
waai6
愛戀或泡沫

Love or bubble.

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oi3
lyun5
waak6
pou5
mut6
也生命有限 總有破滅時間

Life is limited, and there is always time to destroy.

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jaa5
sang1
ming6
jau6
haan6
zung2
jau6
po3
mit6
si4
haan4
遊移泡沫似幻覺

The bubble is like a hallucination.

Click each character to hear its pronunciation:

jau6
yi4
pou5
mut6
ci5
waan6
gok3
而情愛又似幻覺

Love is like a delusion.

Click each character to hear its pronunciation:

nang4
cing4
oi3
jau6
ci5
waan6
gok3
如能泡沫裏寄居就極度快樂

It's a lot of fun to stay in a bubble.

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jyu4
toi4
pou5
mut6
leoi5
gei3
geoi1
zau6
gik6
dou6
faai3
ngok6
陪同我住進幻覺

Come live with me in hallucinations.

Click each character to hear its pronunciation:

pui4
tung4
ngo5
zyu6
zeon3
waan6
gok3
遺忘了外界極惡

Forgetting the extreme evil of the outside world.

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wai6
mong6
liu4
oi6
gaai3
gik6
ok3
祈求我這個氣泡未墜地破落

Pray that my bubble doesn't fall apart.

Click each character to hear its pronunciation:

kei4
kau4
ngo5
ze5
go3
hei3
pou5
mei6
zeoi6
deng6
po3
lok6
未是幻滅時間

It's not the time to be disappointed.

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mei6
si6
waan6
mit6
si4
haan4
懸浮氣泡極燦爛 然而可消失一瞬間

The bubble ends are broken, but they disappear for a moment.

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jyun4
fau4
hei3
pou5
gik6
caan3
laan6
jin4
nang4
ho2
siu1
sat1
jat1
seon3
haan4
未是幻滅時間

It's not the time to be disappointed.

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mei6
si6
waan6
mit6
si4
haan4
纏綿愛戀極絢爛 然而一飄走不折返

And yet, the moment we walk away, we never turn back.

Click each character to hear its pronunciation:

zin6
min4
oi3
lyun5
gik6
seon1
laan6
jin4
nang4
jat1
piu1
zau2
fau2
zit3
faan1
未是幻滅時間

It's not the time to be disappointed.

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mei6
si6
waan6
mit6
si4
haan4
誰人也不用破壞

No one needs to damage it.

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seoi4
jan4
jaa5
fau2
jung6
po3
waai6
愛戀或泡沫

Love or bubble.

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oi3
lyun5
waak6
pou5
mut6
也生命有限 總有破滅時間

Life is limited, and there is always time to destroy.

Click each character to hear its pronunciation:

jaa5
sang1
ming6
jau6
haan6
zung2
jau6
po3
mit6
si4
haan4
About This Song

The song " (Illusion of Time)" by (Sammi Cheng) delves into the ephemeral nature of love and life, drawing a poignant comparison between feelings of affection and delicate bubbles that can burst at any moment. The main theme centers around the idea of living within a beautiful, yet fragile illusion, where the heights of love can feel overwhelming but are ultimately transient. The emotional core is deeply relatable, resonating with listeners who have experienced the highs and lows of romance, where joy is often intertwined with the fear of inevitable heartbreak.

Through the lyrics, the narrative explores desires for escapism and bliss amidst a harsh reality. The singer expresses a wish to be enveloped within the comforting illusion, seeking solace in a world where love reigns supreme and external negativity is forgotten. However, there is an underlying awareness that every bubblesymbolizing both love and lifehas a finite existence. This duality fosters a bittersweet reflection, allowing the audience to contemplate not only the joyful moments but also the intrinsic fragility of those experiences.

Musically, the song combines soft, ethereal melodies with evocative lyrical imagery, enhancing its dreamlike quality. Techniques such as repetition and metaphorparticularly the recurring imagery of bubblescreate a sense of fluidity and movement, mirroring the transient nature of the emotions being portrayed. The production likely features gentle instrumentals that evoke a serene atmosphere, inviting listeners to reflect on their own encounters with love and loss.

Culturally, "" speaks to a broader societal context where the pursuit of happiness can sometimes lead to disillusionment. In a fast-paced, modern world, it highlights the tension between the desire for enduring love and the reality that nothing lasts forever. Sammi Cheng, a celebrated figure in the Mandopop scene, beautifully channels this sentiment, making her music resonate deeply with listeners across generations. Overall, the song serves as a gentle reminder of both the beauty and impermanence of love, urging introspection and acceptance.

Song Details
Singer:
鄭秀文
Total Lines:
28