娛樂無窮

By 陳曉東

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
要震撼世界 惟有靠擾攘 孤單老虎 換來熱鬧欣賞

To shock the world, only to disturb the lone tiger and to enjoy it.

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jiu3
zan3
ham6
sai3
gaai3
wai4
jau6
kaau3
jiu5
joeng6
gu1
sin6
lou5
fu2
wun6
loi6
jit6
naau6
jan1
soeng2
就當這是馬戲 有趣至尚

It's a funny, interesting, and elegant thing.

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zau6
dong3
ze5
si6
maa5
hei3
jau6
cuk1
zi3
soeng6
我抱着信仰 忘記悲傷 踩踩鋼線 吞劍再吃砒霜

I held onto faith, forgotten about grief, stepped on steel ropes, swallowed swords, and ate the chicken.

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ngo5
pou5
jyu3
seon3
joeng5
mong6
gei3
bei1
soeng1
coi2
coi2
gong3
sin3
tan1
gim3
zoi3
hek3
soeng1
就當我是野兔 亦要獅子拍掌

And when I'm a wild boar, a lion claps.

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zau6
dong3
ngo5
si6
je5
tou3
jik6
jiu3
si1
zi2
paak2
zoeng2
若我飛啊飛 在獻技

If I fly, give my skills.

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joek6
ngo5
fei1
haa4
fei1
zoi6
hin3
gei6
若我飛啊飛 便可 滿足你 誰又怕死

If I fly, and I'll satisfy you, who's afraid of death?

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joek6
ngo5
fei1
haa4
fei1
pin4
ho2
mun6
zuk1
nei5
seoi4
jau6
paa3
si2
娛樂世紀 只恐怕這隻會看得起

The entertainment century is just a matter of getting this one out.

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jyu4
ngok6
sai3
gei3
zi2
hung2
paa3
ze5
zek3
wui6
hon3
dak1
hei2
假的真理 真的演技

False truth, real acting.

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gaa2
dik1
zan1
lei5
zan1
dik1
jin5
gei6
到處是馬戲 誰也看不倦 獅子老虎 伴隨大象跑圈

There's a cyclo, and no one can see it, and the lion and the tiger are running around with the elephant.

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dou3
syu3
si6
maa5
hei3
seoi4
jaa5
hon3
fau2
gyun6
si1
zi2
lou5
fu2
bun6
ceoi4
taai3
zoeng6
paau4
hyun1
我拒絕跳遠 會被責怪作亂

I refuse to run away, and I'm accused of being a mess.

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ngo5
keoi5
zyut6
tiu4
jyun6
wui6
pei5
zaak3
gwaai3
zok3
lyun6
我鋸成兩半 還要跳火圈 綵衣破損 只有信心不損

I was half-assed, I had to jump the gun, my coat was broken, my confidence was intact.

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ngo5
goe1
seng4
loeng5
bun3
waan4
jiu3
tiu4
fo2
hyun1
ji3
po3
syun2
zi2
jau6
seon3
sam1
fau2
syun2
但世界如馬戲 誰會珍惜 眷戀

But the world is like a cyclo, and who would appreciate that?

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daan6
sai3
gaai3
jyu4
maa5
hei3
seoi4
wui6
zan1
sik1
gyun3
lyun5
娛樂世紀 自信自己 表演吞劍 不會致死

The entertainment age is a time when self-confidence, self-deprecation, and self-deprecation are not deadly.

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jyu4
ngok6
sai3
gei3
zi6
seon3
zi6
gei2
biu2
jin5
tan1
gim3
fau2
wui6
zai3
si2
誰又怕死 忘記自己 假的好戲 真好演技

Who's afraid to die, to forget who they are?

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seoi4
jau6
paa3
si2
mong6
gei3
zi6
gei2
gaa2
dik1
hou3
hei3
zan1
hou3
jin5
gei6
About This Song

The song "" ("Endless Entertainment") by captures the essence of modernity's relentless pursuit of amusement and spectacle, exemplifying how individuals often sacrifice their authenticity and well-being for the sake of entertaining others. The emotional core of the song revolves around the juxtaposition of personal pain and societal expectations, where the artist likens himself to an acrobat in a circusperforming thrilling feats to gain applause while ignoring his own struggles. This metaphor serves to explore the tension between public performance and private emotion, suggesting that in a world driven by entertainment, individuals may feel compelled to don masks that hide their genuine selves.

The narrative conveyed in the lyrics presents a vivid imagery of a circus, detailing the various acts that parallel life in a society obsessed with external validation. The line " " ("I hold onto faith and forget my sorrow") encapsulates the struggle of maintaining one's identity amidst the pressure to conform to these surface-level displays of happiness and success. The song's protagonist willingly commits to the chaotic performance" " ("walking the tightrope, swallowing swords, and even consuming poison")reflecting an extreme dedication to the art of entertainment, ultimately critiquing the audience's complicity in this shared spectacle.

Musically, the song combines vibrant melodies with lively rhythms that evoke a carnival-like atmosphere, enhancing the thematic portrayal of entertainment. Lyrically, employs clever wordplay and striking imagery, with recurring references to circus acts and wild animals to symbolize the dramatic contrasts in society. This creates a sense of irony, where the dramatic performance reflects the darker undertones of modern life, signifying a struggle for authenticity in an era dominated by facades.

Culturally, "" comments on the broader implications of entertainment culture, particularly relevant in a rapidly globalizing world where individual stories can often be overshadowed by collective spectacle. The lyrics serve not just as a critique of the commodification of personal pain, but also as a broader reflection on the human conditionsuggesting that, in our quest for amusement, we might overlook the deeper connections that truly enrich our lives. This song resonates with listeners who find themselves navigating similar tensions in their own lives, highlighting the universal longing for authenticity amidst the shiny veneer of entertainment.

Song Details
Singer:
陳曉東
Total Lines:
14