禁果花

By 鄭秀文

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
我 幹煎我的心

I'm doing my heart.

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ngo5
hon4
zin1
ngo5
dik1
sam1
來釀你的吻 哪有可傷的心

Come and kiss me, what a heart that hurts.

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loi6
joeng6
nei5
dik1
man5
naa5
jau6
ho2
soeng1
dik1
sam1
要學你 想起愛得深

To learn to love deeply.

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jiu3
hok6
nei5
soeng2
hei2
oi3
dak1
sam1
忘掉愛的人 哪有可傷的感

What a painful feeling it is to forget love.

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mong6
zaau6
oi3
dik1
jan4
naa5
jau6
ho2
soeng1
dik1
gam2
若失去 我都不再怕

I'm not afraid of losing.

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joek6
sat1
heoi3
ngo5
dou1
fau2
zoi3
paa3
能得到 就當燒煙花

You can get it by burning the flowers.

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toi4
dak1
dou3
zau6
dong3
siu1
jin1
waa6
誰是夏娃禁果吃不起

Who could eat the forbidden fruit?

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seoi4
si6
haa6
waa1
gam3
gwo2
hek3
fau2
hei2
誰還令我迷惑不放棄

Who else would have made me not give up?

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seoi4
waan4
ling6
ngo5
mai4
waak6
fau2
fong3
hei3
懷念什麼我都記不起

I can't remember anything.

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waai4
nim6
zaap6
mo5
ngo5
dou1
gei3
fau2
hei2
只想要 給生命好奇

Just curious about life.

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zi2
soeng2
jiu3
kap1
sang1
ming6
hou3
kei4
我 水都潑不開

I'm not running water.

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ngo5
seoi2
dou1
put3
fau2
hoi1
流着我的愛 哪有更深的海

And my love flows through the deepest sea.

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lau4
jyu3
ngo5
dik1
oi3
naa5
jau6
gang3
sam1
dik1
hoi2
我為你 手都拆得開

I'm going to break my hand for you.

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ngo5
wai6
nei5
sau2
dou1
caak3
dak1
hoi1
圍造你窗台 哪有更悲的哀

And it's like a window sill, which is more sad.

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wai4
zou6
nei5
coeng1
toi4
naa5
jau6
gang3
bei1
dik1
ngoi1
若失去 我都不再怕

I'm not afraid of losing.

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joek6
sat1
heoi3
ngo5
dou1
fau2
zoi3
paa3
能得到 就當燒煙花

You can get it by burning the flowers.

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toi4
dak1
dou3
zau6
dong3
siu1
jin1
waa6
誰是夏娃禁果吃不起

Who could eat the forbidden fruit?

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seoi4
si6
haa6
waa1
gam3
gwo2
hek3
fau2
hei2
誰還令我迷惑不放棄

Who else would have made me not give up?

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seoi4
waan4
ling6
ngo5
mai4
waak6
fau2
fong3
hei3
懷念什麼我都記不起

I can't remember anything.

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waai4
nim6
zaap6
mo5
ngo5
dou1
gei3
fau2
hei2
只想要 給生命好奇

Just curious about life.

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zi2
soeng2
jiu3
kap1
sang1
ming6
hou3
kei4
若失去 我都不再怕

I'm not afraid of losing.

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joek6
sat1
heoi3
ngo5
dou1
fau2
zoi3
paa3
能得到 就當燒煙花

You can get it by burning the flowers.

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toi4
dak1
dou3
zau6
dong3
siu1
jin1
waa6
誰是夏娃禁果吃不起

Who could eat the forbidden fruit?

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seoi4
si6
haa6
waa1
gam3
gwo2
hek3
fau2
hei2
誰還令我迷惑不放棄

Who else would have made me not give up?

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seoi4
waan4
ling6
ngo5
mai4
waak6
fau2
fong3
hei3
懷念什麼我都記不起

I can't remember anything.

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waai4
nim6
zaap6
mo5
ngo5
dou1
gei3
fau2
hei2
只想要 給生命好奇

Just curious about life.

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zi2
soeng2
jiu3
kap1
sang1
ming6
hou3
kei4
誰是夏娃禁果吃不起

Who could eat the forbidden fruit?

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seoi4
si6
haa6
waa1
gam3
gwo2
hek3
fau2
hei2
誰還令我迷惑不放棄

Who else would have made me not give up?

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seoi4
waan4
ling6
ngo5
mai4
waak6
fau2
fong3
hei3
懷念什麼我都記不起

I can't remember anything.

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waai4
nim6
zaap6
mo5
ngo5
dou1
gei3
fau2
hei2
只想要 給生命好奇

Just curious about life.

Click each character to hear its pronunciation:

zi2
soeng2
jiu3
kap1
sang1
ming6
hou3
kei4
About This Song

The song "" (Forbidden Fruit) by (Sammi Cheng) explores deep emotional currents of longing and the complexities of love. At its core, the song delves into themes of heartache, desire, and the bittersweet nature of memory. The lyrics evoke a sense of yearning as the protagonist reflects on a love that has been both intoxicating and ultimately elusive. The metaphor of the "forbidden fruit" connects to the idea of temptation and the consequences of pursuing desires that may lead to pain or regret.

The narrative of the song presents a struggle with lost love and a desire to move forward while still being captivated by the past. Lines such as "" (Who among us cannot indulge in the forbidden fruit?) highlight the protagonist's awareness of the challenges that come with love and desire, suggesting a resigned acceptance of pain as part of the journey of love. The repetition of phrases emphasizes the emotional cadence of the song, driving home the message of curiosity about life and love while grappling with the memories that linger.

Musically, the song employs a mix of contemporary pop elements with a haunting melody that complements the lyrical themes. The instrumentation, likely featuring a blend of synths and traditional sounds, creates an atmospheric backdrop that underscores the lyrical narrative. Notable techniques like repetition and metaphor enhance the emotional weight of the lyrics, allowing listeners to connect with both the surface meaning and underlying sentiments present throughout the song.

Culturally, "" resonates within the broader context of Taiwanese pop music, where themes of unfulfilled love and emotional conflict are prevalent. The reference to the biblical figure of Eve adds an additional layer, suggesting that the struggles with temptation and choice are universal, crossing cultural boundaries. This connection makes the song relatable to audiences beyond its immediate cultural context, inviting listeners to reflect on their own experiences with desire, loss, and the enduring quest for meaning in life.

Song Details
Singer:
鄭秀文
Total Lines:
30