西西弗斯之歌

By mla

呢年嚟我有幾份兼職
其中嘅一份
系幫啲馬迷落注
喺電話投注中心
喺裏面我識唔到朋友
返工食飯 都系一個人
我已經悶到抽筋
但要維生 我諗到一個方法抗衡
開閘前半分鐘
總有好急嘅客人
落注嘅時侯夾雜粗口
聽到我一舊雲
但佢地愈系忟
我就愈系斯文
我話 麻煩你重複一次
搞到夠鍾開閘 佢哋就問候我屋企人
佢鬧我正一懵撚
話要叫個經理出嚟問
我都好有禮貌咁回應
先生 麻煩你等等
我既緊張又興奮
同時又扮曬殷勤
喺呢個心情咁複雜嘅搏鬥裏面
我開始揾到工作嘅快感
希臘神話有一個故事
講述西西弗斯受到諸神嘅懲罰
要喺地獄不斷推一塊巨石上山
上到山頂 巨石又會自動碌返落山腳
佢每日都要重複呢種徒勞無功嘅工作 直到永恆
後人有一個講法
話諸神並唔系用推石頭嚟懲罰西西弗斯
而系用觀念 用我永世都要推石頭實在太慘嘅呢個觀念
西西弗斯知道自己改變唔到命運
佢唯一可以做嘅 就係繼續推石頭
直到有一日 佢發現佢可以蔑視自己嘅命運
甚至用享受呢個過程嚟去否定諸神對佢嘅懲罰
於是 佢感覺到自己系快樂嘅
About This Song

The song "" (The Song of Sisyphus) by the artist mla delves into the overwhelming emotions of monotony and resilience through the lens of a contemporary worker in a betting center, drawing parallels with the Greek myth of Sisyphus. At its core, the song captures a deep sense of frustration and isolation while simultaneously exploring the idea of finding meaning and pleasure in the repetitive and seemingly futile aspects of life. The protagonist, caught in a cycle of work and solitude, experiences moments of tension and excitement as he navigates through the demands of his job, reflecting an internal struggle that many can relate to in todays fast-paced world.

The narrative is embedded within the framework of Sisyphuss eternal punishmentan allegory for the human condition of enduring relentless challenges without apparent reward. The story conveys that while one may feel trapped and burdened by life's tasks, it is possible to transform this despair into a kind of empowerment. By embracing the struggle and recognizing it as a part of existence, much like Sisyphus who learns to find joy in his plight, the protagonist ultimately conveys a message of resilience and acceptance in the face of adversity.

Musically, the song features a blend of introspective melodies and engaging rhythms that reflect the protagonist's emotional journey. The use of conversational language in the lyricsinterspersed with vivid imagery and relatable dialoguecreates an intimate atmosphere, allowing listeners to connect deeply with the sentiments expressed. The lyrical technique of juxtaposition illustrates the contrast between the chaos of the external world and the internal revelation of finding joy, enhancing the overall impact of the song.

Culturally, "" resonates with themes of existentialism that are prevalent in both Eastern and Western philosophies. The reference to Sisyphus transcends cultural boundaries, symbolizing the universal struggle against life's burdens. In an increasingly detached and hectic modern society, the song serves as a reminder of the potential happiness found in the mundane and repetitive aspects of life, inviting listeners to reflect on their own experiences and the choices they make in response to their circumstances.