杯中冷巷

By Raidas

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
就讓苦悶盡情溶化酒內

It's so boring, it's so dissolved in the wine.

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zau6
joeng6
fu2
mun6
zeon6
cing4
jung4
faa3
zau2
noi6
杯中看不見 我落泊的面容

I couldn't see the face I was sitting on.

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bui1
zung1
hon3
fau2
jin6
ngo5
lok6
paak3
dik1
min2
jung4
但是心事填滿飄蕩的杯

But the heart is full of a bowl of water.

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daan6
si6
sam1
si6
zan3
mun6
piu1
dong6
dik1
bui1
封鎖我在這瘋狂舞會

Block me out of this crazy dance.

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fung1
so2
ngo5
zoi6
ze5
fung1
kwong4
mou5
wui6
欣賞身邊一堆擺動舞姿

And I'm really excited about the dance scene.

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jan1
soeng2
jyun4
bin1
jat1
zeoi1
baai2
dung6
mou5
zi1
如在空中寫字

Like writing in the air.

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jyu4
zoi6
hung3
zung1
se2
zi6
過去縱有百樣困擾

There are hundreds of problems in the past.

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gwo3
heoi3
zung3
jau6
mak6
joeng2
kwan3
jiu5
讓那激光治療

Let the laser cure.

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joeng6
no6
gik1
gwong1
zi6
liu6
彩色燈光好比心內曙光

The colored lights are like lights that glow inside your heart.

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coi2
sik1
dang1
gwong1
hou3
bei3
sam1
noi6
syu6
gwong1
燃亮漆黑荒漠

The blazing darkness of the desert.

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jin4
loeng6
cat1
hak1
fong1
mok6
兩腳到處去踏去闖

You can walk around with your feet.

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loeng5
gok3
dou3
syu3
heoi3
daap6
heoi3
cong3
邁向不知的遠方

Going to the unknown.

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maai6
hoeng3
fau2
zi3
dik1
jyun6
fong1
共這空的杯 一起跳

And the empty cup jumped together.

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gung6
ze5
hung3
dik1
bui1
jat1
hei2
tiu4
就讓外邊只有零下四度

So just leave it at zero to four degrees.

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zau6
joeng6
oi6
bin1
zi2
jau6
ling4
haa6
sei3
dou6
共這空的酒杯 放心的跳

And the glass of wine was empty, and the jump was reassuring.

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gung6
ze5
hung3
dik1
zau2
bui1
fong3
sam1
dik1
tiu4
(但我擺低酒杯 卻竟望見)

(But I put down the glass and looked at it.)

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daan6
ngo5
baai2
dai1
zau2
bui1
koek3
ging2
mong6
jin6
不規則的舞步要踏着

There's a lot of irregular dance.

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fau2
kwai1
zak1
dik1
mou5
fau6
jiu3
daap6
jyu3
我心頭碎石

My heart was broken.

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ngo5
sam1
tau4
seoi3
sek6
甦醒了的我步向

I'm moving forward.

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sing2
liu4
dik1
ngo5
fau6
hoeng3
外面那孤獨冷巷)

It was cold outside.

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oi6
min2
no6
gu1
duk6
laang5
hong6
望着杯內就如柔軟的路

Looking at the glass is like a flexible path.

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mong6
jyu3
bui1
noi6
zau6
jyu4
jau4
jyun5
dik1
lou6
升起了的泡 引導我出孤島

The bubble that rose led me out of the island.

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sing1
hei2
liu4
dik1
pou5
jan5
dou6
ngo5
ceot1
gu1
dou2
但是酒後仍有空白的杯

But there's still a glass of wine.

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daan6
si6
zau2
hau6
jing4
jau6
hung3
baak6
dik1
bui1
竟把我獨困孤獨冷巷

It left me so alone and frozen.

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ging2
baa3
ngo5
duk6
kwan3
gu1
duk6
laang5
hong6
About This Song

"" ("Cold Alley in a Cup"), performed by the artist Raidas, encapsulates the profound emotional struggles of isolation and the search for connection amid the chaos of life. The song's main theme revolves around the juxtaposition of inner turmoil and the temporary escape offered by alcohol. Through vivid imagery, Raidas expresses the sensation of being lost but surrounded by vibrant experiences, creating a poignant exploration of the human condition. The overflowing emotions fill the empty cup, signifying how individuals often drown their sorrows in the fleeting comfort of substances, yet remain trapped in their own 'cold alleys' of loneliness.

The narrative unfolds as the protagonist attends a lively party, surrounded by the energetic dance of others, yet feels disconnected and introspective. The lyrics reflect on past troubles while hinting at a desire for liberation through the euphoric yet ultimately superficial experiences around them. Missing from the enjoyment is a sense of wholeness, as the rituals of drinking lead to both a temporary release and a stark reminder of the void inside. The stark contrast between the excitement of the party and the protagonist's inner coldness illustrates the struggle to balance societal expectations with personal feelings of distress.

Musically, "" incorporates a mix of contemporary beats and traditional influences that create an engaging soundscape. The use of repetition in the lyrics, particularly in phrases related to the cup and the dance, emphasizes the cyclical nature of escapism and disillusionment. Lyrically, Raidas employs metaphors such as 'empty cups' and 'cold alleys' to symbolize the duality of appearance versus reality. These techniques not only enhance the emotional resonance of the song but also invite listeners to reflect on their own vulnerabilities.

In a broader cultural context, the song touches on themes that resonate deeply with contemporary urban life, where many young individuals grapple with feelings of loneliness amidst crowds. "" serves as a metaphor for the modern experience of isolation, even when surrounded by the hustle and bustle of social interaction. Raidas's poignant lyrics encourage listeners to confront their emotions, fostering a sense of understanding and solidarity among those who may feel similarly lost in the noisy world.

Song Details
Singer:
Raidas
Total Lines:
24