愛得起

By 陳慧珊

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
深思以後但事情未處置

And then I think about it, and it's not working.

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sam1
soi1
jyu5
hau6
daan6
si6
cing4
mei6
syu3
zi3
我的衣箱讓舊情暫留住

My closet kept the old one for a while.

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ngo5
dik1
ji3
soeng1
joeng6
gau6
cing4
zaam6
lau4
zyu6
舊恤衫內入場卷

The ticket to the old shirt.

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gau6
saam1
noi6
jap6
coeng4
gyun2
小説內某頁遺下舊照片

A page in the novel left a picture.

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siu2
seoi3
noi6
mau5
sau2
wai6
haa6
gau6
ziu3
pin3
牽起了是無限無限感覺

It's a feeling of infinity.

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hin1
hei2
liu4
si6
mou4
haan6
mou4
haan6
gam2
gok3
已經分開就別期望重遇

And they're not expecting to see each other again.

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ji5
ging1
fan6
hoi1
zau6
bit6
kei4
mong6
zung6
jyu6
是相戀但未能相處

It's a love affair, but it's not a relationship.

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si6
soeng2
lyun5
daan6
mei6
toi4
soeng2
syu3
覺得可惜 只不過不告知

I was sorry I didn't tell you.

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gok3
dak1
ho2
sik1
zi2
fau2
gwo3
fau2
guk1
zi3
(我不解釋 覺得可惜只不過不告知)

(I don't explain, I'm sorry I didn't tell you)

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ngo5
fau2
haai5
sik1
gok3
dak1
ho2
sik1
zi2
fau2
gwo3
fau2
guk1
zi3
忘了心事 我愛得起就不妨一試

Forget about the heart, I love it, and I'm going to try it.

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mong6
liu4
sam1
si6
ngo5
oi3
dak1
hei2
zau6
fau2
fong4
jat1
si5
快樂但不幼稚 別在迷迷惘

Be happy, but not childish, and don't get lost.

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faai3
ngok6
daan6
fau2
jau3
zi6
bit6
zoi6
mai4
mai4
mong5
過後仍依依

And it's still going on.

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gwo3
hau6
jing4
ji1
ji1
忘了心事 我愛得起便放膽一試

Forget about the heart, and I love it, and I dare to try.

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mong6
liu4
sam1
si6
ngo5
oi3
dak1
hei2
pin4
fong3
daam2
jat1
si5
我任擇自己心意 別後情和雨

I chose my own way, the weather and the rain.

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ngo5
jam6
zaak6
zi6
gei2
sam1
ji3
bit6
hau6
cing4
wo4
jyu6
喜與悲 別由他處置

Joy and sorrow are not his business.

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hei2
jyu6
bei1
bit6
jau4
to1
syu3
zi3
深思以後是驀然地寬恕

And then, after a long, long time, you're going to be silently forgiving.

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sam1
soi1
jyu5
hau6
si6
maak6
jin4
deng6
fun1
syu3
我的思想像被情義圍住

I imagine myself surrounded by emotion.

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ngo5
dik1
soi1
soeng2
zoeng6
pei5
cing4
ji6
wai4
zyu6
或許一切未如意

Maybe it's not going well.

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waak6
heoi2
jat1
cit3
mei6
jyu4
ji3
不過有快樂過仍未輸

But there's still a lot of happiness.

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fau2
gwo3
jau6
faai3
ngok6
gwo3
jing4
mei6
syu1
不想拋開 自尊心

I don't want to lose my self-esteem.

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fau2
soeng2
paau1
hoi1
zi6
zyun1
sam1
人寧願信自己可作主

People prefer to believe they can be master.

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jan4
ning6
jyun6
seon3
zi6
gei2
ho2
zok3
zyu2
任我選一種意識一心一意

Let me choose a conscious and thoughtful approach.

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jam6
ngo5
syun3
jat1
zung3
ji3
zi3
jat1
sam1
jat1
ji3
等明日 努力再開始

So, wait till tomorrow, try to start over.

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ting2
ming4
mik6
nou5
lik6
zoi3
hoi1
ci2
喜與悲 就由我心處置

Joy and sorrow are my thoughts.

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hei2
jyu6
bei1
zau6
jau4
ngo5
sam1
syu3
zi3
About This Song

The song "" (Able to Love) by Chen Huishan explores themes of love, memory, and emotional resilience. The lyrical narrative revolves around the bittersweet experience of reminiscing about a past relationship while simultaneously acknowledging the need to move on. It captures the essence of longing and acceptance, presenting a nuanced portrayal of how love can coexist with the scars of separation. The emotional core of the song resonates with listeners, as it reflects the complexity of human relationships and the inner turmoil that comes with heartache.

The message conveyed through the song is one of self-empowerment and the importance of personal reflection after a break-up. The lyrics suggest that while the pain of lost love is undeniable, there is also a space for forgiveness and liberation. The lines depict a journey of understandingletting go of the past yet cherishing the memories. The narrator expresses a desire to rediscover happiness on their terms, showcasing a proactive approach to healing and emotional fulfillment despite the scars.

Musically, the song intertwines an elegant melody with poignant lyrics, creating an immersive listening experience. Noteworthy is the contrast between reflective verses and a more optimistic chorus, which enhances the theme of duality in emotionsjoy intertwined with sorrow. Lyrical techniques such as imagery and metaphor enrich the storytelling element, allowing the audience to connect deeply with the narrator's experience of love and loss.

Culturally, "" holds significance within the context of Mandarin pop music, where themes of love and relationships are prevalent. However, Chen Huishan's approach introduces a mature dialogue about the realities of love beyond the idealized portrayals often found in this genre. This song resonates particularly with listeners who have experienced the depth of love and its accompanying challenges, making it a relatable anthem of emotional resilience.

Song Details
Singer:
陳慧珊
Total Lines:
24