尊嚴

By 陳柏宇

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
活在過去 成為負累

Living in the past, becoming bored.

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wut6
zoi6
gwo3
heoi3
seng4
wai6
fu6
leoi6
站在前面不知這個是誰

I was standing in front of him and I didn't know who that was.

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zaam6
zoi6
cin4
min2
fau2
zi3
ze5
go3
si6
seoi4
沒力佔據 事實已失去

The power to take over is lost.

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mei6
lik6
zim3
geoi3
si6
sat6
ji5
sat1
heoi3
為何想緊握已潑出的水

Why would you want to hold the water out?

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wai6
ho6
soeng2
gan2
ngak1
ji5
put3
ceot1
dik1
seoi2
縱對世界繼續狂號 都找不到去路

And even if we keep on going crazy about the world, we can't find a way out.

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zung3
deoi3
sai3
gaai3
gai3
zuk6
kwong4
hou6
dou1
zaau2
fau2
dou3
heoi3
lou6
去到淚水已告盡耗 也許鬆手釋放你

Going to tears is exhausting, and maybe relaxing is freeing you.

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heoi3
dou3
leoi6
seoi2
ji5
guk1
zeon6
hou3
jaa5
heoi2
sung1
sau2
sik1
fong3
nei5
笑着結束雙方都更加好

And it's better to end up smiling.

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siu3
jyu3
lit3
sok3
soeng1
fong1
dou1
gang3
gaa3
hou3
站在真相面前無常人的尊嚴

Standing up for the dignity of the unusual in the face of the truth.

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zaam6
zoi6
zan1
soeng2
min2
cin4
mou4
soeng4
jan4
dik1
zyun1
jim4
我妄想可補救其實極幼稚

I was so naive that I thought I could do something.

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ngo5
mong6
soeng2
ho2
bou2
gau3
kei4
sat6
gik6
jau3
zi6
明明早改變是我不知羞恥

I'm not ashamed of it.

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ming4
ming4
zou2
goi2
bin3
si6
ngo5
fau2
zi3
cau2
ci2
還望勸服你是意氣一時

And to try to convince you to do it is a little bit of a joke.

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waan4
mong6
hyun3
fuk6
nei5
si6
ji3
hei3
jat1
si4
就在這秒奪回曾遺忘的尊嚴

It's a moment of regaining a forgotten dignity.

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zau6
zoi6
ze5
miu5
dyut6
wui4
zang1
wai6
mong6
dik1
zyun1
jim4
勉強再乞討你還是沒意義

It's useless to beg for you.

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min5
koeng5
zoi3
hei3
tou2
nei5
waan4
si6
mei6
ji3
ji6
仍然感激你 贈我這一個故事

I still appreciate you giving me this story.

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jing4
jin4
gam2
gik1
nei5
zang6
ngo5
ze5
jat1
go3
gu3
si6
才明白別去的人 無名字

And that's when I realized that people who left, who had no names,

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coi4
ming4
baak6
bit6
heoi3
dik1
jan4
mou4
ming4
zi6
閉上兩眼繼續迴避 彼此諸多顧忌

And they close their eyes and keep avoiding each other's taboos.

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bai3
soeng6
loeng5
ngaan5
gai3
zuk6
wui4
bei6
bei2
ci2
zyu1
do1
gu3
gei6
愧對自己勉強着你

You're studying for yourself.

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kwai5
deoi3
zi6
gei2
min5
koeng5
jyu3
nei5
也許鬆手釋放我

Maybe you can let me go.

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jaa5
heoi2
sung1
sau2
sik1
fong3
ngo5
笑着結束可加速我心死

And the smile that ended up accelerating my death.

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siu3
jyu3
lit3
sok3
ho2
gaa3
cuk1
ngo5
sam1
si2
站在真相面前無常人的尊嚴

Standing up for the dignity of the unusual in the face of the truth.

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zaam6
zoi6
zan1
soeng2
min2
cin4
mou4
soeng4
jan4
dik1
zyun1
jim4
我妄想可補救其實極幼稚

I was so naive that I thought I could do something.

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ngo5
mong6
soeng2
ho2
bou2
gau3
kei4
sat6
gik6
jau3
zi6
明明早改變是我不知羞恥

I'm not ashamed of it.

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ming4
ming4
zou2
goi2
bin3
si6
ngo5
fau2
zi3
cau2
ci2
還望勸服你是意氣一時

And to try to convince you to do it is a little bit of a joke.

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waan4
mong6
hyun3
fuk6
nei5
si6
ji3
hei3
jat1
si4
就在這秒奪回曾遺忘的尊嚴

It's a moment of regaining a forgotten dignity.

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zau6
zoi6
ze5
miu5
dyut6
wui4
zang1
wai6
mong6
dik1
zyun1
jim4
勉強再乞討你還是沒意義

It's useless to beg for you.

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min5
koeng5
zoi3
hei3
tou2
nei5
waan4
si6
mei6
ji3
ji6
仍然感激你 贈我這一個故事

I still appreciate you giving me this story.

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jing4
jin4
gam2
gik1
nei5
zang6
ngo5
ze5
jat1
go3
gu3
si6
才明白活過的人 遺留憾事

It's the only thing that people who lived through that experience regret.

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coi4
ming4
baak6
wut6
gwo3
dik1
jan4
wai6
lau4
ham6
si6
就在這秒奪回曾遺忘的尊嚴

It's a moment of regaining a forgotten dignity.

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zau6
zoi6
ze5
miu5
dyut6
wui4
zang1
wai6
mong6
dik1
zyun1
jim4
勉強去乞討你還是沒意義

It's useless to try and beg.

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min5
koeng5
heoi3
hei3
tou2
nei5
waan4
si6
mei6
ji3
ji6
仍然感激你 贈我最痛日子

I still thank you for giving me the most painful day.

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jing4
jin4
gam2
gik1
nei5
zang6
ngo5
zeoi3
tung3
mik6
zi2
無情地贈我傷痕 長留在此

He gave me the scar, and it stayed there.

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mou4
cing4
deng6
zang6
ngo5
soeng1
han4
zoeng6
lau4
zoi6
ci2
About This Song

The song "" ("Dignity") by (Chen Baiyu) delves deeply into themes of personal struggle, emotional release, and the transformative power of letting go. At its core, the song captures the pain of living in the shadow of past mistakes and the heaviness of clinging to relationships that no longer serve one's dignity. Through poignant lyrics, the artist reflects on the conflict between desire for reconnection and the need to move forward, evoking a sense of vulnerability that resonates universally. The emotional core of the song speaks of recognizing ones worth while grappling with the aftermath of lost connections.

The narrative appears to unfold as a dialogue with oneself, inviting listeners to witness a journey from self-deprecation toward reclaiming one's self-respect. The lyrics articulate a struggle against the futility of holding on to what is lost, suggesting that sometimes, true strength lies in acceptance and the courage to release ties that bind. Theres a palpable sense of yearning and reflection, where appreciation for past experiences coexists with the realization that clinging to them might inhibit personal growth. In expressing gratitude for the lessons learned, the song elegantly underscores how every story, no matter how painful, contributes to one's journey.

Musically, "" features a delicate balance of soft melodies and heartfelt vocal delivery, characteristic of Chen Baiyus style. The use of lyrical paradoxes, such as the juxtaposition of grace in letting go versus the agony of separation, serves to deepen the song's emotional resonance. The melodys gentle rise and fall mirrors the lyrical themes of struggle and acceptance, drawing listeners into a place of empathy and reflection. Additionally, the repetition of key phrases throughout the song reinforces its poignant messages, creating a meditative quality that lingers long after the song ends.

Culturally, the song resonates within the broader narrative of self-discovery and emotional resilience that is prevalent in contemporary Chinese music. It addresses generational themes of identity and personal dignity, forging a connection not just within Chinese listeners but across diverse cultural experiences. In a society where the pursuit of honor and reputation often weighs heavily on individuals, "" serves as a reminder that true dignity comes from within and that the path to healing often involves embracing vulnerability and the wisdom gleaned from our past.

Song Details
Singer:
陳柏宇
Total Lines:
31