藍色街燈

By 黎明

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
誰讓寂寞無言飄過

Who can stop loneliness?

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seoi4
joeng6
zik6
mok6
mou4
jin4
piu1
gwo3
時光偷窺我倆的奈何

Time has been spotting our nexus.

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si4
gwong1
tau1
kwai1
ngo5
loeng5
dik1
noi6
ho6
人如離別 此刻怨言若太多

It's like being separated from someone when you're complaining too much.

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jan4
jyu4
lei4
bit6
ci2
hak1
jyun3
jin4
joek6
taai3
do1
如追悔 心中也自覺很傻

It's like confession, and it's like a feeling of self-doubt.

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jyu4
zeoi1
fui3
sam1
zung1
jaa5
zi6
gok3
han2
so4
藍色街燈徐徐隱退

The blue street light is slowly dimming.

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laam4
sik1
gaai1
dang1
ceoi4
ceoi4
jan3
teoi3
能否推開你我的眼淚

Can you shed my tears?

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toi4
pei5
teoi1
hoi1
nei5
ngo5
dik1
ngaan5
leoi6
離別重聚 多少次離合告吹

The separation is repeatedly called back.

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lei4
bit6
zung6
zeoi6
do1
siu3
ci3
lei4
ho4
guk1
ceoi3
遺失的一些再無法面對

Some of the lost ones are no longer able to cope.

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wai6
sat1
dik1
jat1
se1
zoi3
mou4
fat3
min2
deoi3
微藍在眼內凝聚 佔據夜幕呆望

The blue clouds are concentrated in the eyes, and they take up the night sky.

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mei4
laam4
zoi6
ngaan5
noi6
king4
zeoi6
zim3
geoi3
je6
mok6
ngoi4
mong6
車將遠去 愛亦去 街燈都苦笑

The car is going away, and the lights are smiling.

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geoi1
zoeng3
jyun6
heoi3
oi3
jik6
heoi3
gaai1
dang1
dou1
fu2
siu3
去掩蓋心碎

to cover up the broken hearts.

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heoi3
jim2
koi3
sam1
seoi3
重逢後再度離別 慣了又是離別

And then we're going to see each other again, and then we're going to see each other again, and then we're going to see each other again.

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zung6
pung4
hau6
zoi3
dou6
lei4
bit6
gwaan3
liu4
jau6
si6
lei4
bit6
車將遠去 愛亦去 將哭聲輾碎

The car will go away, and love will go away, and cry will be broken.

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geoi1
zoeng3
jyun6
heoi3
oi3
jik6
heoi3
zoeng3
huk1
sing1
zin2
seoi3
像愛情無法追

It's like love is not chasing.

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zoeng6
oi3
cing4
mou4
fat3
zeoi1
藍色街燈 映不出的痛楚

The blue streetlight, the pain that can't be seen.

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laam4
sik1
gaai1
dang1
joeng2
fau2
ceot1
dik1
tung3
co2
流浪風裏 反覆低唱這首歌

And the song was played back and forth in the swing.

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lau4
long4
fung3
leoi5
faan3
fuk1
dai1
coeng3
ze5
sau3
go1
藍色街燈 路已漸變孤寂

The blue street lights, the roads are getting lonely.

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laam4
sik1
gaai1
dang1
lou6
ji5
zim6
bin3
gu1
zik6
明日倘會 傷心失意 可掛念我

If you're sad tomorrow, you can think of me.

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ming4
mik6
tong2
wui6
soeng1
sam1
sat1
ji3
ho2
gwaa3
nim6
ngo5
About This Song

"" (Blue Streetlight) by (Leon Lai) encapsulates a poignant exploration of loneliness, longing, and the bittersweet nature of love and separation. The lyrics present a reflective narrative that resonates with anyone who has experienced the heartache of parting from a loved one. At its emotional core, the song conveys a sense of melancholya reminder of past connections and the sorrow that often accompanies goodbyes. The imagery invoked by the blue streetlight serves as a metaphor for the somber atmosphere of unfulfilled desire and reflective moments spent waiting, casting a deep shade over the singer's emotions.

The story unfolds through the lens of wistful memories and the struggle to cope with fleeting relationships. As the narrator grapples with feelings of despair and nostalgia, the song recounts instances of reunion and subsequent departure, portraying the cyclical nature of love. Lines such as "" (departures and reunions) vividly illustrate the repetitive cycle of attachment and separation, emphasizing the weariness one feels in loves unpredictability. The juxtaposition of hope and despair is masterfully woven into the narrative, as the singer ponders whether intangible feelings can be unleashed once more through the emotions evoked by their shared experiences.

Musically, "" employs a melancholic melody complemented by gentle instrumentation that enriches the emotional weight of the lyrics. The use of soft piano chords intermingled with atmospheric synths creates an immersive soundscape that resonates with the themes of nostalgia and loss. Lyrically, the song employs vivid imagery and metaphor, particularly in the persistent reference to the blue streetlight, which symbolizes both guidance and a melancholic farewell. This lyrical technique enhances the songs emotional depth, allowing listeners to visualize their own experiences of love and loss through the verses.

Culturally, the song connects with themes prevalent in Chinese music, particularly the exploration of romance and the impact of urban life on personal relationships. The blue streetlight is not only a literal image but also reflects the broader societal experiences of isolation and yearning in bustling city life. In this way, "" resonates deeply with audiences, capturing a universal feeling of longing that transcends language and culture, while also reflecting the intricate dynamics of love that many can relate to.

Song Details
Singer:
黎明
Total Lines:
18