青蛙公主

By Cookies

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
就算好心地 不足以選美

Even if you're good at it, you're not good enough to choose beauty.

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zau6
syun3
hou3
sam1
deng6
fau2
zuk1
jyu5
syun3
mei5
論舞姿都不夠伶俐

It's not enough to dance.

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leon6
mou5
zi1
dou1
fau2
gau3
ling4
lei6
懷着缺陷美當作福利

And to be good with flaws.

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waai4
jyu3
kyut3
ham6
mei5
dong3
zok3
fuk1
lei6
麻木去做你的知己

You're a cripple.

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maa4
muk6
heoi3
zou6
nei5
dik1
zi3
gei2
未似小公主 都不夠優美

Unlike the little princess, she's not pretty enough.

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mei6
ci5
siu2
gung1
zyu2
dou1
fau2
gau3
jau1
mei5
為你好都需要回避

You need to avoid it for your own good.

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wai6
nei5
hou3
dou1
seoi1
jiu3
wui4
bei6
難道美麗至有專利

It's beautiful and patented.

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no4
dou6
mei5
lai6
zi3
jau6
zyun1
lei6
我怎去比也沒法比

I can't help but wonder.

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ngo5
fim2
heoi3
bei3
jaa5
mei6
fat3
bei3
扮相好 賣相好

They dressed well, they sold well.

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fan5
soeng2
hou3
maai6
soeng2
hou3
六呎高 就最好 那樣吸引

Six feet high is best, and that's attractive.

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luk6
cek3
gou1
zau6
zeoi3
hou3
no6
joeng2
ngap1
jan5
柔順秀髮 才合襯

And the smooth hair is the perfect fit.

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jau4
seon6
sau3
fat3
coi4
ho4
can3
怪都怪 扮相差 賣相差

It's weird, it's weird, it's weird, it's weird,

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gwaai3
dou1
gwaai3
fan5
soeng2
co1
maai6
soeng2
co1
未夠高 未夠好 我沒吸引

Not high enough, not good enough, I'm not attracted.

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mei6
gau3
gou1
mei6
gau3
hou3
ngo5
mei6
ngap1
jan5
明白與你難合襯 博得憐憫

Understand your difficulties, and be compassionate.

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ming4
baak6
jyu6
nei5
no4
ho4
can3
bok3
dak1
lin4
man5
那些漂亮世人 至匹配做情人

These beautiful people are perfectly suited to being lovers.

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no6
se1
piu3
loeng6
sai3
jan4
zi3
pat1
pui3
zou6
cing4
jan4
無需關懷來當做扶貧

You don't have to be concerned about poverty.

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mou4
seoi1
gwaan1
waai4
loi6
dong3
zou6
pou4
pan4
像只小青蛙 都不夠可愛

They're not cute enough, like frogs.

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zoeng6
zi2
siu2
cing1
wa1
dou1
fau2
gau3
ho2
oi3
是個講姿色這年代

It's about the color of the age.

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si6
go3
gong2
zi1
sik1
ze5
nin4
doi6
難道每滴愛變作傷害

How can every drop of love turn into hurt?

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no4
dou6
mei5
dik6
oi3
bin3
zok3
soeng1
hou6
才令眼淚變得光采

It turns tears into glowing tears.

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coi4
ling6
ngaan5
leoi6
bin3
dak1
gwong1
coi3
扮對好兄妹 怎可以戀愛

How can you make love to a good brother?

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fan5
deoi3
hou3
hing1
mui2
fim2
ho2
jyu5
lyun5
oi3
就算花青春再期待

Even when you're young, you're looking forward to it.

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zau6
syun3
waa6
cing1
ceon1
zoi3
kei4
daai1
盲目再為你去忍耐

And blindly, I'm going to be patient with you.

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maang4
muk6
zoi3
wai6
nei5
heoi3
jan5
noi6
我哭到得對大眼袋

I cried over the big bag.

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ngo5
huk1
dou3
dak1
deoi3
taai3
ngaan5
doi2
這個世界只愛美

The world loves beauty.

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ze5
go3
sai3
gaai3
zi2
oi3
mei5
用美醜 判斷人

I'm judging people with beauty and ugliness.

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jung6
mei5
cau2
pun3
dyun6
jan4
看看那個喜愛我 沒有人

Look at the one who loves me, nobody.

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hon3
hon3
no6
go3
hei2
oi3
ngo5
mei6
jau6
jan4
怪都怪 是我醜 別獻醜

It's weird, I'm ugly, not ugly.

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gwaai3
dou1
gwaai3
si6
ngo5
cau2
bit6
hin3
cau2
就放手 就要走 我沒吸引

I'm not attracted to you.

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zau6
fong3
sau2
zau6
jiu3
zau2
ngo5
mei6
ngap1
jan5
明白與你難合襯 博得憐憫

Understand your difficulties, and be compassionate.

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ming4
baak6
jyu6
nei5
no4
ho4
can3
bok3
dak1
lin4
man5
我相信自己有日夠好人

I'm sure I've had enough of good people.

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ngo5
soeng2
seon3
zi6
gei2
jau6
mik6
gau3
hou3
jan4
明天醒來能變做情人

I wake up tomorrow and I'm a lover.

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ming4
tin1
sing2
loi6
toi4
bin3
zou6
cing4
jan4
About This Song

"" (Princess Frog) by the group Cookies explores themes of beauty, self-worth, and the complexities of love and admiration in a world that often prioritizes appearance over inner qualities. The song's emotional core lies in the struggle of the narrator, who feels marginalized and inadequate due to societal standards of beauty that equate worthiness with physical attractiveness. Amidst feelings of inadequacy and yearning for acceptance, the narrator reflects on their identity and the painful realization that love in such a superficial society can often feel unattainable.

The narrative unfolds as the protagonist grapples with their personal insecurities, using the metaphor of being a "frog" to symbolize their perceived lack of value compared to more conventionally attractive individuals. The lyrics poignantly illustrate the desperation to fit in and the pain of feeling undesired. The protagonist expresses a desire for validation despite recognizing the futility of comparing themselves to others, creating a relatable and haunting commentary on self-image and the pressures of contemporary beauty standards.

Musically, the track employs a catchy pop melody that contrasts with its heavy lyrical content, drawing listeners in with an engaging sound while presenting them with weighty themes. Notable lyrical techniques include the use of metaphors, such as likening oneself to a frog, and various instances of repetition that emphasize the narrator's frustrations. The combination of a lively musical backdrop with introspective lyrics creates an interesting dichotomy that resonates with audiences on multiple levels.

Culturally, "" reflects the pressures faced by individuals in todays society where aesthetics frequently overshadow deeper qualities. It resonates particularly with younger audiences who might feel the struggle of navigating identity against societal expectations. As such, the song serves not only as a personal narrative but also a broader commentary on the cultural obsession with beauty, making it a significant piece within the landscape of contemporary pop music.

Song Details
Singer:
Cookies
Total Lines:
32