埋頭苦愛

By 雨僑

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
工作後 到明晨白晝

After work, until the morning after noon.

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gung1
zok3
hau6
dou3
ming4
san4
baak6
zau3
沒有我守候

I'm not waiting.

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mei6
jau6
ngo5
sau3
hau6
三更半夜你和誰再邂逅

Who are you hanging out with at 3:30?

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saam3
gang3
bun3
je6
nei5
wo4
seoi4
zoi3
haai6
hau6
昨夜 知你太喜歡引誘

I knew last night that you were so attractive.

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zok6
je6
zi3
nei5
taai3
hei2
fun1
jan5
jau5
天生你習慣風流

You're used to the wind.

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tin1
sang1
nei5
zap6
gwaan3
fung3
lau4
自問曾想過放手

I wondered if I ever wanted to quit.

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zi6
man6
zang1
soeng2
gwo3
fong3
sau2
信任有幾多 你我第幾次爭吵過

How much trust do you have?

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seon3
jam6
jau6
gei2
do1
nei5
ngo5
dai6
gei2
ci3
zaang1
caau2
gwo3
怨恨太多變負荷

Resentment is too much of a burden.

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jyun3
han6
taai3
do1
bin3
fu6
ho6
但求承諾自己不再受折磨

But I promised myself I would never be tortured again.

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daan6
kau4
sing4
nok6
zi6
gei2
fau2
zoi3
sau6
zit3
mo6
寧願淪落各自各找快樂

They'd rather be down on their own for joy.

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ning6
jyun6
leon4
lok6
gok3
zi6
gok3
zaau2
faai3
ngok6
(寧願各自各找快樂)

(They'd rather be happy)

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ning6
jyun6
gok3
zi6
gok3
zaau2
faai3
ngok6
經這次意外 才稀罕被寵愛

It was a rare accident to be loved.

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ging1
ze5
ci3
ji3
oi6
coi4
hei1
hon2
pei5
cung2
oi3
世上還有多少心思 始終未變改

There are many ideas in the world that have not changed.

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sai3
soeng6
waan4
jau6
do1
siu3
sam1
soi1
ci2
zung1
mei6
bin3
goi2
痛苦在只顧埋頭戀愛

Pain is about love.

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tung3
fu2
zoi6
zi2
gu3
maai4
tau4
lyun5
oi3
彼此死性未悔改

They were not repentant of their death.

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bei2
ci2
si2
sing3
mei6
fui3
goi2
很想回來

I'm looking forward to coming back.

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han2
soeng2
wui4
loi6
可惜我已沒法下台 我獨自感慨

I'm sorry I couldn't quit, and I feel alone.

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ho2
sik1
ngo5
ji5
mei6
fat3
haa6
toi4
ngo5
duk6
zi6
gam2
hoi3
(可惜我已沒法深愛 我逐漸退開)

(I'm sorry I'm not in love anymore, but I'm moving away.)

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ho2
sik1
ngo5
ji5
mei6
fat3
sam1
oi3
ngo5
zuk6
zim6
teoi3
hoi1
快樂有幾多 你我為戀愛犧牲過

What a joy you have given me for love.

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faai3
ngok6
jau6
gei2
do1
nei5
ngo5
wai6
lyun5
oi3
hei1
sang1
gwo3
怨恨太多變負荷

Resentment is too much of a burden.

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jyun3
han6
taai3
do1
bin3
fu6
ho6
但求承諾自己不再受折磨

But I promised myself I would never be tortured again.

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daan6
kau4
sing4
nok6
zi6
gei2
fau2
zoi3
sau6
zit3
mo6
寧願換個關係也許不錯

It's okay to change your relationship.

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ning6
jyun6
wun6
go3
gwaan1
hai6
jaa5
heoi2
fau2
laap6
經這次意外 才稀罕被寵愛

It was a rare accident to be loved.

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ging1
ze5
ci3
ji3
oi6
coi4
hei1
hon2
pei5
cung2
oi3
世上還有多少心思 始終未變改

There are many ideas in the world that have not changed.

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sai3
soeng6
waan4
jau6
do1
siu3
sam1
soi1
ci2
zung1
mei6
bin3
goi2
匆匆的一世埋頭苦愛

My life was filled with pain.

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dik1
jat1
sai3
maai4
tau4
fu2
oi3
只不過最後難盛載(但又活不來)

It's just that it's hard to survive.

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zi2
fau2
gwo3
zeoi3
hau6
no4
sing6
zoi3
daan6
jau6
wut6
fau2
loi6
盲目地投入愛海

And blindly into the sea.

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maang4
muk6
deng6
tau4
jap6
oi3
hoi2
談不出 怎看見未來

I can't tell you how to see the future.

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taam4
fau2
ceot1
fim2
hon3
jin6
mei6
loi6
躲於你臂內 全宇宙被掩蓋

Hiding in your arms, the whole universe is covered.

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do2
wu1
nei5
bei3
noi6
cyun4
jyu5
zau6
pei5
jim2
koi3
們寧願假裝真相永未被揭開

They prefer to pretend that the truth is never revealed.

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mun4
ning6
jyun6
gaa2
zong1
zan1
soeng2
wing5
mei6
pei5
kit3
hoi1
世間若失去純良的愛

If the world loses its pure love,

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sai3
haan4
joek6
sat1
heoi3
tyun4
loeng4
dik1
oi3
彼此死性未悔改

They were not repentant of their death.

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bei2
ci2
si2
sing3
mei6
fui3
goi2
即使回來

Even when they come back.

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zik1
si2
wui4
loi6
可惜我已沒法下台 我獨自感慨

I'm sorry I couldn't quit, and I feel alone.

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ho2
sik1
ngo5
ji5
mei6
fat3
haa6
toi4
ngo5
duk6
zi6
gam2
hoi3
(可惜我已沒法深愛 我逐漸退開)

(I'm sorry I'm not in love anymore, but I'm moving away.)

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ho2
sik1
ngo5
ji5
mei6
fat3
sam1
oi3
ngo5
zuk6
zim6
teoi3
hoi1
躺於我臂內 來珍惜被寵愛

To lie in my arms and cherish being loved.

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wu1
ngo5
bei3
noi6
loi6
zan1
sik1
pei5
cung2
oi3
背叛過怎麼可相信 一切沒變改

How can you believe that nothing has changed?

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bui6
bun6
gwo3
fim2
mo5
ho2
soeng2
seon3
jat1
cit3
mei6
bin3
goi2
匆匆的一世埋頭苦愛

My life was filled with pain.

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dik1
jat1
sai3
maai4
tau4
fu2
oi3
只不過最後難盛載(但又活不來)

It's just that it's hard to survive.

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zi2
fau2
gwo3
zeoi3
hau6
no4
sing6
zoi3
daan6
jau6
wut6
fau2
loi6
盲目地投入愛海

And blindly into the sea.

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maang4
muk6
deng6
tau4
jap6
oi3
hoi2
談不出怎看見未來

I can't imagine what the future will bring.

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taam4
fau2
ceot1
fim2
hon3
jin6
mei6
loi6
躲於你臂內 全宇宙被掩蓋

Hiding in your arms, the whole universe is covered.

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do2
wu1
nei5
bei3
noi6
cyun4
jyu5
zau6
pei5
jim2
koi3
我們寧願假裝真相永未被揭開

We prefer to pretend that the truth is never revealed.

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ngo5
mun4
ning6
jyun6
gaa2
zong1
zan1
soeng2
wing5
mei6
pei5
kit3
hoi1
到底是否也仍然相愛

And do they still love each other?

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dou3
dik1
si6
pei5
jaa5
jing4
jin4
soeng2
oi3
始終死性亦要改

And the mortality rate is changing.

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ci2
zung1
si2
sing3
jik6
jiu3
goi2
今天回來 不知道有沒有未來

Today, I come back, not knowing if there's a future.

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gam1
tin1
wui4
loi6
fau2
zi3
dou6
jau6
mei6
jau6
mei6
loi6
試學習戀愛(試逐漸看開)

Try to learn to love, try to open up.

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si5
hok6
zap6
lyun5
oi3
si5
zuk6
zim6
hon3
hoi1
王宗堯

The King of Kings.

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wong6
zung1
jiu4
About This Song

"" (translated as "Devoted Love") by (Rain Chiao) unfolds a poignant narrative that explores the tumultuous terrain of romantic relationships. The main theme revolves around the psychological struggle between love, trust, and emotional turmoil. The song vividly articulates feelings of vulnerability and heartache, expressing the frustrations that arise from misunderstandings and betrayals within a passionate yet unstable relationship. The listener can feel the emotional core of the song, as it highlights the internal conflict of desiring love while recognizing the pain it can bring.

The message conveyed throughout the lyrics paints a story of longing, regret, and the desire for personal happiness amidst chaos. The singer reflects on past arguments and the heavy burden of resentment that has accumulated over time. Despite the enduring affection for one another, there is an acknowledgment that both partners might be better off seeking their own happiness separately. This contemplation serves as a bittersweet reminder of love's complexities, where one can simultaneously cherish and be tormented by the same relationship.

Musically, the song utilizes a blend of emotive melodies and rhythmic structures that complement the lyrical depth. The use of metaphor and vivid imagery in the lyrics heightens its emotional impact, as the singer articulates their longing for affection while grappling with the harsh realities of betrayal and disillusionment. Techniques such as repetition underscore key sentiments, reinforcing the cyclical nature of love and pain the singer has experienced. The juxtaposition between tender moments of affection and the sobering truths of their relationship adds to the song's emotional resonance.

In the context of Chinese pop culture, "" resonates with many listeners who have encountered similar relational hardships. It reflects a common theme in modern love songs, where emotional sincerity clashes with the often painful truths of love. This positions the song not just as a personal narrative, but as a broader commentary on contemporary relationships, making it a relatable and culturally significant piece. Ultimately, 's "" encapsulates the struggles of love in a way that transcends cultural boundaries, inviting listeners to reflect on their own experiences and emotions.

Song Details
Singer:
雨僑
Total Lines:
48