預防針

By 鍾嘉欣

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
若我可 一早放下你

If I could just drop you off early.

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joek6
ngo5
ho2
jat1
zou2
fong3
haa6
nei5
來日便未會怕分離

I'm not afraid of being separated.

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loi6
mik6
pin4
mei6
wui6
paa3
fan6
lei4
如若愛要壯闊到

If love is to grow,

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jyu4
joek6
oi3
jiu3
zong6
fut3
dou3
每一秒跨生死

Every second, life and death.

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mei5
jat1
miu5
kwaa3
sang1
si2
誰亦會怕要與我一起

And who would be afraid to come with me?

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seoi4
jik6
wui6
paa3
jiu3
jyu6
ngo5
jat1
hei2
但我想 假使放下你

But I want to say, let's put you down.

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daan6
ngo5
soeng2
gaa2
si2
fong3
haa6
nei5
明日便沒法再開眉

I won't be able to open my eyebrows again tomorrow.

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ming4
mik6
pin4
mei6
fat3
zoi3
hoi1
mei4
如若你發覺我已

If you notice that I'm

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jyu4
joek6
nei5
fat3
gok3
ngo5
ji5
笑不帶些歡喜

Laughter is not joy.

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siu3
fau2
daai3
se1
fun1
hei2
其實我已閉上我天地

I've actually closed my world.

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kei4
sat6
ngo5
ji5
bai3
soeng6
ngo5
tin1
deng6
預防針 不打我便喪生

I was killed without a needle.

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jyu2
fong4
zam1
fau2
ding2
ngo5
pin4
song3
sang1
怎可過渡餘生

How do you spend the rest of your life?

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fim2
ho2
gwo3
dou6
jyu4
sang1
只要尚存活 有更多可能

As long as we're alive, there's more to come.

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zi2
jiu3
soeng6
cyun4
wut6
jau6
gang3
do1
ho2
toi4
預防針 一打卻極殘忍

Prevention is a cruel thing to do.

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jyu2
fong4
zam1
jat1
ding2
koek3
gik6
caan4
jan5
死不去 但卻不開心

I can't die, but I'm not happy.

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si2
fau2
heoi3
daan6
koek3
fau2
hoi1
sam1
牽手相擁接吻

Holding hands and kissing.

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hin1
sau2
soeng2
ung2
zip3
man5
亦似木偶沒有靈魂

It's like a doll without a soul.

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jik6
ci5
muk6
ngau5
mei6
jau6
ling4
wan4
若我想 只想抱住你

If I wanted to, I just wanted to hold you.

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joek6
ngo5
soeng2
zi2
soeng2
pou5
zyu6
nei5
無奈亦料到要分離

She couldn't wait to be separated.

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mou4
noi6
jik6
liu6
dou3
jiu3
fan6
lei4
如若你發覺我已

If you notice that I'm

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jyu4
joek6
nei5
fat3
gok3
ngo5
ji5
笑不帶些歡喜

Laughter is not joy.

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siu3
fau2
daai3
se1
fun1
hei2
其實我已閉上我天地

I've actually closed my world.

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kei4
sat6
ngo5
ji5
bai3
soeng6
ngo5
tin1
deng6
預防針 不打我便喪生

I was killed without a needle.

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jyu2
fong4
zam1
fau2
ding2
ngo5
pin4
song3
sang1
怎可過渡餘生

How do you spend the rest of your life?

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fim2
ho2
gwo3
dou6
jyu4
sang1
只要尚存活 有更多可能

As long as we're alive, there's more to come.

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zi2
jiu3
soeng6
cyun4
wut6
jau6
gang3
do1
ho2
toi4
預防針 一打卻極殘忍

Prevention is a cruel thing to do.

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jyu2
fong4
zam1
jat1
ding2
koek3
gik6
caan4
jan5
死不去 但卻不開心

I can't die, but I'm not happy.

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si2
fau2
heoi3
daan6
koek3
fau2
hoi1
sam1
牽手相擁接吻

Holding hands and kissing.

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hin1
sau2
soeng2
ung2
zip3
man5
亦似木偶沒有靈魂

It's like a doll without a soul.

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jik6
ci5
muk6
ngau5
mei6
jau6
ling4
wan4
預防針 不打我便喪生

I was killed without a needle.

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jyu2
fong4
zam1
fau2
ding2
ngo5
pin4
song3
sang1
怎可過渡餘生

How do you spend the rest of your life?

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fim2
ho2
gwo3
dou6
jyu4
sang1
只要尚存活 有更多可能

As long as we're alive, there's more to come.

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zi2
jiu3
soeng6
cyun4
wut6
jau6
gang3
do1
ho2
toi4
預防針 一打卻極殘忍

Prevention is a cruel thing to do.

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jyu2
fong4
zam1
jat1
ding2
koek3
gik6
caan4
jan5
死不去 但卻不開心

I can't die, but I'm not happy.

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si2
fau2
heoi3
daan6
koek3
fau2
hoi1
sam1
牽手相擁接吻

Holding hands and kissing.

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hin1
sau2
soeng2
ung2
zip3
man5
但我又有什麼吸引

But what else is attractive?

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daan6
ngo5
jau6
jau6
zaap6
mo5
ngap1
jan5
About This Song

The song "" ("Vaccine") by (Linda Chung) delves into the complexities of love and emotional dependency. At its core, the lyrics express a struggle between the desire to let go of a relationship that brings pain and the fear of the emotional void that might follow. The recurring metaphor of a 'vaccine' cleverly encapsulates this internal conflict; just as vaccines are designed to prevent illness at the cost of temporary discomfort, the singer grapples with the idea that true emotional disengagement might be necessary for future happiness, yet it also comes with its own set of pain.

The narrative unfolds the tension between the desire for freedom and the emotional ties that bind the singer to her beloved. The lyrics convey a poignant message: while continuing to hold on may seem comforting, it can ultimately result in a soulless existence. Lines like " " ("If I could let you go early") signal the wish to detach emotionally, while the acknowledgment of inevitable sadness if disconnection occurs is powerfully resonant. This balance between hope and despair creates a compelling emotional arc, embodying the conflicting feelings surrounding love.

Musically, the song features haunting melodies intertwined with gentle instrumentation, allowing the lyrical themes to take center stage. The use of vivid imagery and metaphors, such as " " ("Holding hands, embracing, kissing, yet it feels like puppets without a soul"), showcases a lyrical depth that resonates deeply with listeners. The song's structure employs repetition, particularly with the refrain about the 'vaccine,' emphasizing the significant struggle of emotional survival. This repetition not only reinforces the key message but also creates a haunting echo of the singer's feelings.

Culturally, "" speaks to a wider discourse on emotional health and the pressures individuals face in love, particularly within the context of modern relationships in Chinese society, where emotional expression is often subdued. The song's exploration of vulnerability and the necessity of facing our emotional truths makes it relevant to many. In a world where many fear loneliness yet crave connection, this track captures the essence of love's duality, making it both a personal and universal anthem for anyone caught in a complex relationship.

Song Details
Singer:
鍾嘉欣
Total Lines:
36