好心好報

By 方力申

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
落力為你好 得不到分數

It's good for you to lose points.

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lok6
lik6
wai6
nei5
hou3
dak1
fau2
dou3
fan6
sou3
你決定要跟他日後同步

You decide to go along with him later in the day.

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nei5
kyut3
ding6
jiu3
gan1
to1
mik6
hau6
tung4
fau6
他不懂愛惜你 我樂意操勞

He doesn't feel sorry for you, and I'm happy to work hard.

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to1
fau2
dung2
oi3
sik1
nei5
ngo5
ngok6
ji3
cou3
lou6
還看着你 看你在懸崖走路

And I'm watching you walk down the cliff.

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waan4
hon3
jyu3
nei5
hon3
nei5
zoi6
jyun4
ngaai4
zau2
lou6
他卻放下你 只照顧自己

He left you to take care of himself.

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to1
koek3
fong3
haa6
nei5
zi2
ziu3
gu3
zi6
gei2
我這片苦心 無人讚美

I was so sad, no one praised me.

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ngo5
ze5
pin3
fu2
sam1
mou4
jan4
zaan3
mei5
還不敢開口不能妒忌

I can't even open my mouth, I can't be jealous.

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waan4
fau2
gam2
hoi1
hau2
fau2
toi4
gei6
對你好 無人希罕我好

I'm not a good person for you.

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deoi3
nei5
hou3
mou4
jan4
hei1
hon2
ngo5
hou3
無人欣賞我好 原來你習慣他一套

Nobody appreciated me, so you got used to it.

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mou4
jan4
jan1
soeng2
ngo5
hou3
jyun5
loi6
nei5
zap6
gwaan3
to1
jat1
tou3
從來沒有 愛我 看得清楚我知道

Never loved me, and I knew it.

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zung6
loi6
mei6
jau6
oi3
ngo5
hon3
dak1
cing1
co2
ngo5
zi3
dou6
不必得到 不妨陪襯 但願為你好

You don't have to be, you can be with your mother, but I wish you well.

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fau2
bit1
dak1
dou3
fau2
fong4
pui4
can3
daan6
jyun6
wai6
nei5
hou3
好 明明比他更好 旁人都知我好

I was better than him, and everyone knew me.

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hou3
ming4
ming4
bei3
to1
gang3
hou3
pong4
jan4
dou1
zi3
ngo5
hou3
為何你又與他擁抱

Why did you hug him again?

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wai6
ho6
nei5
jau6
jyu6
to1
ung2
pou5
來磨練我 我信 有好心得好報

And I think it's a good idea to be able to do that.

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loi6
mo6
lin6
ngo5
ngo5
seon3
jau6
hou3
sam1
dak1
hou3
bou3
好人 似我問誰做到

He's a good guy, like I asked who did it.

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hou3
jan4
ci5
ngo5
man6
seoi4
zou6
dou3
是受罪也好 聽聽你哭訴

It's good to be guilty, to hear you cry.

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si6
sau6
zeoi6
jaa5
hou3
teng1
teng1
nei5
huk1
sou3
你説難過總比分手更好

You're saying that it's better than breaking up.

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nei5
seoi3
no4
gwo3
zung2
bei3
fan6
sau2
gang3
hou3
你説幾多的女主角 也受過煎熬

The number of actresses you've been talking about has been criticized.

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nei5
seoi3
gei2
do1
dik1
neoi6
zyu2
luk6
jaa5
sau6
gwo3
zin1
ngou4
情況壞到 你信任來年一日

And it's getting worse, and you're trusting it every day.

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cing4
fong3
waai6
dou3
nei5
seon3
jam6
loi6
nin4
jat1
mik6
他答應做到 通通都做到

He promised to do it, and everyone would.

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to1
daap3
jing3
zou6
dou3
tung1
tung1
dou1
zou6
dou3
我也似你的 無從勸告

I'm just like you, and I never got any advice.

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ngo5
jaa5
ci5
nei5
dik1
mou4
zung6
hyun3
guk1
寧願犧牲都不願卻步

They're willing to sacrifice and they're not willing to give up.

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ning6
jyun6
hei1
sang1
dou1
fau2
jyun6
koek3
fau6
對你好 無人希罕我好

I'm not a good person for you.

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deoi3
nei5
hou3
mou4
jan4
hei1
hon2
ngo5
hou3
無人欣賞我好 原來你習慣他一套

Nobody appreciated me, so you got used to it.

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mou4
jan4
jan1
soeng2
ngo5
hou3
jyun5
loi6
nei5
zap6
gwaan3
to1
jat1
tou3
從來沒有 愛我 看得清楚我知道

Never loved me, and I knew it.

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zung6
loi6
mei6
jau6
oi3
ngo5
hon3
dak1
cing1
co2
ngo5
zi3
dou6
不必得到 不妨陪襯 但願為你好

You don't have to be, you can be with your mother, but I wish you well.

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fau2
bit1
dak1
dou3
fau2
fong4
pui4
can3
daan6
jyun6
wai6
nei5
hou3
好 明明比他更好 旁人都知我好

I was better than him, and everyone knew me.

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hou3
ming4
ming4
bei3
to1
gang3
hou3
pong4
jan4
dou1
zi3
ngo5
hou3
為何你又與他擁抱

Why did you hug him again?

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wai6
ho6
nei5
jau6
jyu6
to1
ung2
pou5
來磨練我 我信 有好心得好報

And I think it's a good idea to be able to do that.

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loi6
mo6
lin6
ngo5
ngo5
seon3
jau6
hou3
sam1
dak1
hou3
bou3
雖然 這秒時辰未到

But that moment is not yet here.

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seoi1
jin4
ze5
miu5
si4
san4
mei6
dou3
我太好 無人珍惜我好

I'm lucky that no one cares about me.

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ngo5
taai3
hou3
mou4
jan4
zan1
sik1
ngo5
hou3
無人喜歡我好 原來要學會他一套

Nobody liked me, so I had to learn a lesson.

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mou4
jan4
hei2
fun1
ngo5
hou3
jyun5
loi6
jiu3
hok6
wui6
to1
jat1
tou3
從來沒有 吻過 記得清楚我知道

I never kissed you, remember, I know.

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zung6
loi6
mei6
jau6
man5
gwo3
gei3
dak1
cing1
co2
ngo5
zi3
dou6
不必得到 不妨陪襯 但願為你好

You don't have to be, you can be with your mother, but I wish you well.

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fau2
bit1
dak1
dou3
fau2
fong4
pui4
can3
daan6
jyun6
wai6
nei5
hou3
好 明明比他更好 旁人都知我好

I was better than him, and everyone knew me.

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hou3
ming4
ming4
bei3
to1
gang3
hou3
pong4
jan4
dou1
zi3
ngo5
hou3
無人愛慕我忍得到

No one could love me.

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mou4
jan4
oi3
mou6
ngo5
jan5
dak1
dou3
仍然相信 我會 有天終於等到

Still, I believe that heaven will finally be here.

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jing4
jin4
soeng2
seon3
ngo5
wui6
jau6
tin1
zung1
wu1
ting2
dou3
可能 你有日會知道

Maybe you'll find out someday.

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ho2
toi4
nei5
jau6
mik6
wui6
zi3
dou6
About This Song

"" ("A Good Heart Will Be Rewarded") by (Fang Lishen) explores the deep emotional turmoil and heartache of loving someone who does not reciprocate that love. The song's main theme centers around the unwavering commitment of a person who genuinely wishes the best for their loved one, even when their affection is unreturned. The narrator reflects on the pain of watching their beloved remain attached to someone who does not appreciate or care for them, while they themselves strive to be a better partner, highlighting the contrast between selfish love and selfless devotion.

The story encapsulates the struggle faced by an individual who stands by their love despite being overlooked and undervalued. It conveys a poignant message about the sacrifices made in the name of love, suggesting that true affection often goes unrecognized. The emotional core is portrayed vividly through the narrator's reflections on their hope for eventual recognition of their love's worth and their belief that good intentions will eventually be rewarded, even when faced with despair and heartache.

Musically, the song combines heartfelt lyrics with a melodious composition that enhances the emotional weight of the narrative. Notable lyrical techniques include the use of repetition, which emphasizes feelings of longing and inner conflict, and vivid imagery that paints a clear picture of the narrator's sacrifices. The poignant contrasts between the narrator's good nature and the beloved's flawed relationship exemplify the depth of emotional struggle, creating a resonant feeling for listeners.

Culturally, the song speaks to the values of loyalty and perseverance in relationships, which are significant themes in many Asian cultures. It resonates with audiences who appreciate the importance of dedication and the reality of unreciprocated love. The narrative of waiting for hope and recognition offers a universal appeal, making it relatable across different contexts, particularly among those who have experienced the complexities of love. Ultimately, "" serves as a powerful testament to the pain and hope inherent in unrequited love.

Song Details
Singer:
方力申
Total Lines:
38
Video:
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