成長説明書

By RubberBand

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
聽説過 讀到大腦亦爆炸快停頓

And the brain explodes and stops.

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teng1
seoi3
gwo3
duk6
dou3
taai3
nou5
jik6
bok3
zaa3
faai3
ting4
duk6
然後會 考得上熱門那一科

And then I'm going to take the hot topic.

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jin4
hau6
wui6
haau2
dak1
soeng6
jit6
mun4
no6
jat1
fo1
細細個都聽過

I heard it from my kids.

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sai3
sai3
go3
dou1
teng1
gwo3
聽過 投誠致富未會飢餓

I've heard that being honest doesn't make you hungry.

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teng1
gwo3
tau4
sing4
zai3
fu3
mei6
wui6
gei1
ngo6
忘掉這生一個志願 一種心跳

Forget about a volunteer in your life, a heartbeat.

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mong6
zaau6
ze5
sang1
jat1
go3
zi3
jyun6
jat1
zung3
sam1
tiu4
不緊要 定得到更多

It doesn't matter if you get more.

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fau2
gan2
jiu3
ding6
dak1
dou3
gang3
do1
被 內定限制一切

It's all bounded.

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pei5
noi6
ding6
haan6
zai3
jat1
cit3
被 預定各種想法實際

I'm actually getting all kinds of ideas.

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pei5
jyu2
ding6
gok3
zung3
soeng2
fat3
sat6
zai3
如不懂出走 怎欣賞世上美麗

How can you not walk away and appreciate the beauty of the world?

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jyu4
fau2
dung2
ceot1
zau2
fim2
jan1
soeng2
sai3
soeng6
mei5
lai6
逃過大人的攻勢 逃過類同的複製

I'm escaping the onslaught of adults, escaping the replication of class.

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tou4
gwo3
taai3
jan4
dik1
gung1
sai3
tou4
gwo3
leoi6
tung4
dik1
fuk6
zai3
逃過順從的洗禮

They escaped the baptism.

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tou4
gwo3
seon6
zung6
dik1
sin2
lai5
聽説過 順應着勢力有美滿前路

And I've heard that the power of the force is a beautiful way forward.

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teng1
seoi3
gwo3
seon6
jing3
jyu3
sai3
lik6
jau6
mei5
mun6
cin4
lou6
無用再 走荒野路彎太顛簸

No more need to walk the desert roads.

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mou4
jung6
zoi3
zau2
fong1
je5
lou6
waan1
taai3
din1
bo3
個個也都聽過

And we all heard about it.

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go3
go3
jaa5
dou1
teng1
gwo3
聽得多 成就會以座駕分類

And it's all classified by the driver's seat.

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teng1
dak1
do1
seng4
zau6
wui6
jyu5
zo2
gaa3
fan6
leoi6
全力進速這趟路程 風景閃過

The scene flashed through the entire course.

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cyun4
lik6
zeon3
cuk1
ze5
tong3
lou6
cing4
fung3
jing2
sim2
gwo3
不必看 活得很快麼

You don't have to see how fast you live.

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fau2
bit1
hon3
wut6
dak1
han2
faai3
mo5
被 內定限制一切忌諱

I'm bound by all the taboos.

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pei5
noi6
ding6
haan6
zai3
jat1
cit3
gei6
wai3
被 預定各種想法實際

I'm actually getting all kinds of ideas.

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pei5
jyu2
ding6
gok3
zung3
soeng2
fat3
sat6
zai3
如不敢出走 怎一睹世上美麗

How dare you go out and see the beauty of this world.

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jyu4
fau2
gam2
ceot1
zau2
fim2
jat1
dou2
sai3
soeng6
mei5
lai6
逃過大人的攻勢 逃過類同的複製

I'm escaping the onslaught of adults, escaping the replication of class.

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tou4
gwo3
taai3
jan4
dik1
gung1
sai3
tou4
gwo3
leoi6
tung4
dik1
fuk6
zai3
逃過順從的洗禮

They escaped the baptism.

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tou4
gwo3
seon6
zung6
dik1
sin2
lai5
要矇蔽我 拿去我 頑固理想

To shield me and take away my stubborn ideals.

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jiu3
mung4
bai3
ngo5
naa4
heoi3
ngo5
waan4
gu3
lei5
soeng2
腳鐐銬上 還要剪走初生翅膀

And the firstborn wings were cut off.

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gok3
kau3
soeng6
waan4
jiu3
zin2
zau2
co1
sang1
ci3
pong4
那傳説有誰要聽 由我去飛

I'm the one who's going to fly away.

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no6
zyun6
seoi3
jau6
seoi4
jiu3
teng1
jau4
ngo5
heoi3
fei1
就趁羽翼 剛展起

And it just came out with its wings.

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zau6
can3
jyu5
jik6
gong1
zin2
hei2
朝着 極地去闖不會忌諱

It's not a bad thing to go to the poles in the morning.

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zyu1
jyu3
gik6
deng6
heoi3
cong3
fau2
wui6
gei6
wai3
就 認定是我不切實際

I realized that I was not real.

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zau6
jing6
ding6
si6
ngo5
fau2
cit3
sat6
zai3
從今天出走 懇請傳後世

Go out today and beg for the next life.

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zung6
gam1
tin1
ceot1
zau2
han2
zing6
zyun6
hau6
sai3
逃過大人的攻勢 逃過類同的複製

I'm escaping the onslaught of adults, escaping the replication of class.

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tou4
gwo3
taai3
jan4
dik1
gung1
sai3
tou4
gwo3
leoi6
tung4
dik1
fuk6
zai3
逃過順從的洗禮

They escaped the baptism.

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tou4
gwo3
seon6
zung6
dik1
sin2
lai5
About This Song

The song "" ("The Manual for Growth") by RubberBand captures a profound exploration of the struggles faced by the youth in a society laden with expectations and predetermined paths. The lyrics resonate with an emotional core that highlights the conflict between following societal norms and pursuing personal aspirations, inviting listeners to reflect on their own journeys towards self-discovery and authenticity. The recurring theme emphasizes the importance of breaking free from imposed limitations and encourages embracing ones unique identity in the journey of life.

RubberBand tells a compelling story through the song, depicting the ubiquitous pressures young people experience, such as the expectation to excel academically and conform to predefined ideals of success. Through vivid imagery, the lyrics express the fears of stagnation and monotony that plague many as they navigate the tumultuous path of adulthood. Each verse serves as a call to action, urging individuals to defy societal constraints and embrace the beauty that comes with taking risks and venturing into the unknown.

Musically, the track combines elements of modern rock with invigorating melodies, enhancing the lyrical message with an energetic and uplifting tone. The use of metaphors, such as the imagery of wings and flight, reinforces the theme of liberation and the desire for growth, creating a vibrant contrast between the constraints described and the potential for freedom. Additionally, the song's structureswitching between introspective moments and anthemic chorusesmirrors the emotional highs and lows experienced in the pursuit of ones dreams.

Culturally, "" resonates deeply within the context of contemporary society, particularly among the youth in Hong Kong and beyond. It reflects a growing consciousness around individualism against the backdrop of traditional values that often prioritize conformity. The song serves as a voice for a generation that seeks to redefine success on their own terms, making it a significant anthem for empowerment and self-affirmation in an age marked by rapid change and uncertainty.

Song Details
Singer:
RubberBand
Total Lines:
31