紅綠燈

By 鄭融

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
從小老師也加倍認真

And the teacher is twice as serious.

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zung6
siu2
lou5
si1
jaa5
gaa3
bui3
jing6
zan1
來教導我步過紅綠燈

To teach me to walk through the red and green lights.

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loi6
gaau3
dou6
ngo5
fau6
gwo3
hung4
luk6
dang1
右與左 必須清楚看真

Right and left, you have to see the truth clearly.

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jau6
jyu6
zo2
bit1
seoi1
cing1
co2
hon3
zan1
那管一次做錯 也都可摧毀這生

And even a single mistake can ruin your life.

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no6
gun2
jat1
ci3
zou6
laap6
jaa5
dou1
ho2
ceoi4
wai2
ze5
sang1
何解我戀愛雙倍殘忍

What makes me fall in love twice as cruelly?

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ho6
haai5
ngo5
lyun5
oi3
soeng1
bui3
caan4
jan5
從來是快樂過便不會僥倖

Happiness never stops.

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zung6
loi6
si6
faai3
ngok6
gwo3
pin4
fau2
wui6
hang6
動作小 簡單偏偏最深

The movements are small, simple, deep.

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dung6
zok3
siu2
gaan2
sin6
pin1
pin1
zeoi3
sam1
我怎可以做個 最優秀路上行人

How can I be the best pedestrian on the road?

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ngo5
fim2
ho2
jyu5
zou6
go3
zeoi3
jau1
sau3
lou6
soeng6
hong6
jan4
明明綠燈 轉眼變成紅燈

You see the green light, you turn your eyes to the red light.

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ming4
ming4
luk6
dang1
zyun3
ngaan5
bin3
seng4
hung4
dang1
假使相當勇敢 怎可挽回自身

How can you save yourself if you're brave enough?

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gaa2
si2
soeng2
dong3
jung6
gam2
fim2
ho2
waan5
wui4
zi6
jyun4
若要衝 損傷怎可以不留痕

How can we avoid damage if we're going to hit?

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joek6
jiu3
cung3
syun2
soeng1
fim2
ho2
jyu5
fau2
lau4
han4
來又去 要找的際遇未接近

And then again, the opportunity to find it is not close.

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loi6
jau6
heoi3
jiu3
zaau2
dik1
zai3
jyu6
mei6
zip3
kan5
明明綠燈 轉眼變成紅燈

You see the green light, you turn your eyes to the red light.

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ming4
ming4
luk6
dang1
zyun3
ngaan5
bin3
seng4
hung4
dang1
抬頭前望去 對面馬路如此吸引

Looking upwards, the road is so attractive.

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toi4
tau4
cin4
mong6
heoi3
deoi3
min2
maa5
lou6
jyu4
ci2
ngap1
jan5
逐秒等 心急總加倍的難行

The speed of the heart doubles every second.

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zuk6
miu5
ting2
sam1
gap1
zung2
gaa3
bui3
dik1
no4
hong6
難道我 要必先壯烈地犧牲 去換吻

I must sacrifice so much to exchange a kiss.

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no4
dou6
ngo5
jiu3
bit1
sin3
zong6
lit6
deng6
hei1
sang1
heoi3
wun6
man5
誰想到走錯死裏逃生

Who would have thought to escape?

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seoi4
soeng2
dou3
zau2
laap6
si2
leoi5
tou4
sang1
才明白較沒有夢想更不幸

I realized that dreams are less unhappy.

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coi4
ming4
baak6
gok3
mei6
jau6
mung6
soeng2
gang3
fau2
hang6
若誕生 不好好開過心

It's not a happy birth.

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joek6
daan6
sang1
fau2
hou3
hou3
hoi1
gwo3
sam1
也不可以被愛 我不過是像泥塵

I'm not loved, I'm just like dirt.

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jaa5
fau2
ho2
jyu5
pei5
oi3
ngo5
fau2
gwo3
si6
zoeng6
nai6
can4
明明綠燈 轉眼變成紅燈

You see the green light, you turn your eyes to the red light.

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ming4
ming4
luk6
dang1
zyun3
ngaan5
bin3
seng4
hung4
dang1
抬頭前望去 對面馬路如此吸引

Looking upwards, the road is so attractive.

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toi4
tau4
cin4
mong6
heoi3
deoi3
min2
maa5
lou6
jyu4
ci2
ngap1
jan5
逐秒等 心急總加倍的難行

The speed of the heart doubles every second.

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zuk6
miu5
ting2
sam1
gap1
zung2
gaa3
bui3
dik1
no4
hong6
如夜了 我衣衫太薄便歸家 靠路燈

And then, at night, my clothes were too thin and I went home to the street lights.

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jyu4
je6
liu4
ngo5
ji3
saam1
taai3
bok6
pin4
kwai3
ze1
kaau3
lou6
dang1
About This Song

The song "" (Traffic Light) by explores the complexities of love and life through the metaphor of traffic signals. The main theme revolves around navigating the challenges and dilemmas of relationships, akin to carefully crossing streets while adhering to the guidance of traffic lights. The emotional core of the song reflects a sense of urgency and yearning, highlighting the tension between desire and caution as the protagonist grapples with the fear of missed opportunities and the consequences of uninhibited love.

The narrative unfolds as the singer compares the colors of traffic lights to the phases of love and life experiences. The message conveyed emphasizes the dichotomy of hope and regretjust as a green light can swiftly change to red, love can transform from blissful moments to painful realizations. Through striking imagery, the lyrics speak to the need for awareness and clarity in matters of the heart, encouraging listeners to reflect on their own relationships and the impact of impulsive decisions.

Musically, the song features a blend of contemporary pop elements with emotionally resonant melodies that capture the feelings of nostalgia and longing. Notable lyrical techniques include vivid metaphors and a conversational tone that engage the audience, making the poignant feelings of love and loss relatable. The use of rhythmic repetition mirrors the relentless passage of time, as expressed in lines referencing waiting and anticipation.

Culturally, "" resonates with listeners, particularly in a fast-paced society where the pressures of modern life can feel overwhelming. The traffic light serves as a universal symbol, embodying the need for caution amidst desire, which is a theme familiar to audiences navigating their own journeys of love. 's song not only entertains but also encourages personal reflection, fostering a deeper understanding of the emotional landscapes we traverse in relationships.

Song Details
Singer:
鄭融
Total Lines:
24
Video:
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