苦茶

By 鍾舒漫

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
沒意思 走到這個田地

No, I'm not. I'm going to this field.

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mei6
ji3
soi1
zau2
dou3
ze5
go3
tin4
deng6
這沒意思 不要逼我放棄

That doesn't mean anything. Don't make me give up.

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ze5
mei6
ji3
soi1
fau2
jiu3
bik1
ngo5
fong3
hei3
關心我就抱住我 知否我亦會難過

I was worried, I was holding myself, and I was worried, and I was worried.

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gwaan1
sam1
ngo5
zau6
pou5
zyu6
ngo5
zi3
pei5
ngo5
jik6
wui6
no4
gwo3
為何要不和

Why not?

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wai6
ho6
jiu3
fau2
wo4
開口每日送贈我 鞭打的痛楚

The opening of the door gave me the pain of being whipped every day.

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hoi1
hau2
mei5
mik6
sung3
zang6
ngo5
bin1
ding2
dik1
tung3
co2
怕我配不上你麼

Afraid I don't deserve you?

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paa3
ngo5
pui3
fau2
soeng6
nei5
mo5
背後卻是愛 才無奈

But love is behind it.

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bui6
hau6
koek3
si6
oi3
coi4
mou4
noi6
我就算恨你 情還在

I hate you, but I still love you.

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ngo5
zau6
syun3
han6
nei5
cing4
waan4
zoi6
拿着你 親手衝 苦的茶

Holding you in the palm of your hand, and running away, bitter tea.

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naa4
jyu3
nei5
can3
sau2
cung3
fu2
dik1
caa4
喜歡不了又逃避不來

I can't get away from it.

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hei2
fun1
fau2
liu4
jau6
tou4
bei6
fau2
loi6
每滴也為愛 而存在

Every drop is for love.

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mei5
dik6
jaa5
wai6
oi3
nang4
cyun4
zoi6
怨就怨恨那 時光不再

The anger is the anger that the light is no more.

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jyun3
zau6
jyun3
han6
no6
si4
gwong1
fau2
zoi3
當天你 多麼親 多麼甜

How sweet and kind you are.

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dong3
tin1
nei5
do1
mo5
can3
do1
mo5
tim4
温馨可愛但重做不來

It's warm, sweet, but it's not working.

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wan1
hing1
ho2
oi3
daan6
zung6
zou6
fau2
loi6
各不理睬

It doesn't matter.

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gok3
fau2
lei5
coi2
一杯杯苦水 不吐 放在我心

A glass of bitter water, not spitting, put it in my heart.

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jat1
bui1
bui1
fu2
seoi2
fau2
tou2
fong3
zoi6
ngo5
sam1
多苦我也可以忍

I can handle it.

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do1
fu2
ngo5
jaa5
ho2
jyu5
jan5
但茫然若失 昨日明明極親

But if you lose, it's clear that yesterday was the day.

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daan6
mong4
jin4
joek6
sat1
zok6
mik6
ming4
ming4
gik6
can3
怎麼有裂痕

Why are there cracks?

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fim2
mo5
jau6
lit3
han4
背後卻是愛 才無奈

But love is behind it.

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bui6
hau6
koek3
si6
oi3
coi4
mou4
noi6
我就算恨你 情還在

I hate you, but I still love you.

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ngo5
zau6
syun3
han6
nei5
cing4
waan4
zoi6
拿着你 親手衝 苦的茶

Holding you in the palm of your hand, and running away, bitter tea.

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naa4
jyu3
nei5
can3
sau2
cung3
fu2
dik1
caa4
喜歡不了又逃避不來

I can't get away from it.

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hei2
fun1
fau2
liu4
jau6
tou4
bei6
fau2
loi6
每滴也為愛 而存在

Every drop is for love.

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mei5
dik6
jaa5
wai6
oi3
nang4
cyun4
zoi6
怨就怨恨那 時光不再

The anger is the anger that the light is no more.

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jyun3
zau6
jyun3
han6
no6
si4
gwong1
fau2
zoi3
當天你 多麼親 多麼甜

How sweet and kind you are.

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dong3
tin1
nei5
do1
mo5
can3
do1
mo5
tim4
温馨可愛但重做不來

It's warm, sweet, but it's not working.

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wan1
hing1
ho2
oi3
daan6
zung6
zou6
fau2
loi6
怎看開 怎放開

How do you open it?

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fim2
hon3
hoi1
fim2
fong3
hoi1
About This Song

The song "" (Bitter Tea) by delves into the complexities of love and heartbreak, illustrating a poignant emotional struggle where sentimentality meets bitterness. The lyrics reflect the artists inner turmoil as she grapples with feelings of loss and longing, suggesting that despite the pain associated with a past relationship, remnants of love still linger. The recurring imagery of bitter tea serves as a metaphor for the conflicting emotions that arise when one attempts to savor the sweetness of memories while confronting their inevitable sorrow.

In this narrative, the artist conveys a story of unrequited love and the challenges of moving on. There's a strong sense of nostalgia tinged with regret, as she reflects on the sweetness of a previous relationship that has since soured. Phrases like "" (Every drop exists for love) evoke a strong sense of yearning and appreciation for what once was, even amidst the sadness of its absence. The song captures the tension between holding on to memories and the difficulty of finding closure.

Musically, "" blends soft melodies with engaging vocal delivery, which enhances the emotional weight of the lyrics. The artist employs lyrical techniques such as repetition and vivid imagery, effectively conveying the theme of bittersweet love. In particular, the recurring motif of tea exemplifies the duality of comfort and despair, allowing listeners to resonate deeply with the emotional landscape painted throughout the song. The juxtaposition of light melodies with heavy themes encapsulates the essence of love's complexity.

Culturally, the theme of bittersweet love is a common thread in many Chinese ballads, where emotions are often expressed through poignant symbols and metaphors. The use of teaa significant cultural symbol in Chinese societyserves to bridge personal sentiments with broader cultural values of connection and nostalgia. By exploring these universal emotions within a culturally relatable framework, creates a piece that not only speaks to personal experiences but also resonates with many who have navigated the intricate waters of love.

Song Details
Singer:
鍾舒漫
Total Lines:
28