剎那的烏托邦

By 岑寧兒

我歸來 你歸來 信歸來 會歸於某將來
信將來某些國邦
雨歸來 看天壯
雪歸來 會知赤地某些玫瑰 某天流麗綻放
我歸來 你歸來 有海風 還有月光
笑歸來 喊歸來 全部是當初
從這一刻到當初
總有某一刻能赤裸
總有某些時間 某天從未經過
太光了讓我歸於暗光中
太黑了讓我歸於暖黑裏
就算傷痛滿身又如何
有些美好能換過軀殼
能再有過知覺
又再歸於十月懷胎中的快樂
城內越覺得迷茫
沿路越愛捉迷藏
太光了讓我歸於暗光中
太黑了讓我歸於暖黑裏
就算傷痛滿身又如何
有些美好能換過軀殼
能再有過知覺
又再歸於十月懷胎中的快樂
是暗光 是暖黑
是某些讓我相信萬物亦快樂
是稚嫩的軀殼
就會突然能碰到某些國邦
於寬街窄巷
我再誕生過
又再歸於十月懷胎中的快樂
城內越覺得迷茫
沿路越愛捉迷藏
但求剎那的烏托邦
About This Song

"" ("Momentary Utopia") by the talented Chinese artist (Cen Ning'er) explores the intricate dynamics of return, nostalgia, and the pursuit of fleeting moments of happiness amidst life's challenges. The song's emotional core revolves around the idea of cyclical returnsboth literally and metaphoricallyas the lyrics reflect on personal journeys that lead back to places and feelings once experienced. The repetition of coming home, symbolizing comfort, and the clich of cyclicity echoes a universal desire to find safety in familiarity, whilst also grappling with the ambiguity of the future.

The narrative conveyed in this piece flows from contemplation to acceptance, illustrating not just an external journey but also an internal quest for identity and joy. The singer reminisces about the past and expresses a deep longing for a simpler, happier time, signified by vivid imagery such as rain, snow, and the warmth of a moonlit night. This longing contrasts with mentions of pain and confusion, effectively illustrating the bittersweet nature of memory. The song's pursuit of a 'momentary utopia' suggests that while life can be overwhelming, there are moments of bliss that make the struggles bearable, hinting at the beauty that exists even in transient experiences.

Musically, the song features an ethereal soundscape that marries soft instrumentation with dreamlike melodies, enhancing the lyrical themes. Cen Ning'er's vocal delivery is both haunting and tender, conveying a palpable sense of vulnerability. Lyrically, the use of metaphorsuch as darkness and light, and the cyclical notions of returningserves to evoke powerful visuals and emotional depth. The repeated motifs of nature and the cyclical seasons underscore a connection to the earth and the constant changes in life, enriching the songs meaning.

On a cultural level, "" resonates particularly within the contemporary Chinese context, where themes of rapid modernization often clash with traditional values of home and belonging. The yearning for a utopian sentimenta seemingly elusive idealin a fast-paced world speaks to a collective consciousness. The song captures the essence of a generation grappling with its identity amidst chaos, reflecting both personal and societal longing for deeper connections and happiness, thus striking a chord with listeners who share similar experiences in today's world.