無中生有

By Swing

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
無睡意 無電燈 無地鐵 無夜

No sleep, no lights, no subway, no nights.

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mou4
seoi6
ji3
mou4
din6
dang1
mou4
deng6
tit3
mou4
je6
無雜誌 無路標 口袋裏 無藥

No magazines, no road signs, no medicine in my pocket.

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mou4
zaap6
zi3
mou4
lou6
biu1
hau2
doi2
leoi5
mou4
ngok6
無代替 無地址 無電腦 無效

No replacement, no address, no computer, no work.

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mou4
doi6
tai3
mou4
deng6
zi2
mou4
din6
nou5
mou4
hau6
無盛世 無白紙 無風雨 無味

No flowers, no paper, no wind, no taste.

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mou4
sing6
sai3
mou4
baak6
zi2
mou4
fung3
jyu6
mou4
mei6
但有想説的説話 還有想要的過程

But there are theories, there's the process.

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daan6
jau6
soeng2
seoi3
dik1
seoi3
waa6
waan4
jau6
soeng2
jiu3
dik1
gwo3
cing4
有自己 曾活在這天

Some of us lived through this day.

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jau6
zi6
gei2
zang1
wut6
zoi6
ze5
tin1
有自覺 但無人知

There's a sense of self, but no one knows.

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jau6
zi6
gok3
daan6
mou4
jan4
zi3
這可是我 人害怕天天白來渡過

This is me, and people are afraid to cross in broad daylight.

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ze5
ho2
si6
ngo5
jan4
hou6
paa3
tin1
tin1
baak6
loi6
dou6
gwo3
這可是我 誰又要這樣 每日無助

And I'm the one who's been doing this every day.

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ze5
ho2
si6
ngo5
seoi4
jau6
jiu3
ze5
joeng2
mei5
mik6
mou4
zo6
回頭問我 這可是我

And you ask me back, "Is that me?"

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wui4
tau4
man6
ngo5
ze5
ho2
si6
ngo5
承認我錯在最初

I admit I was wrong at first.

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sing4
jing6
ngo5
laap6
zoi6
zeoi3
co1
心中未太明白 結果又無力

It's not very clear, and it's not very powerful.

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sam1
zung1
mei6
taai3
ming4
baak6
lit3
gwo2
jau6
mou4
lik6
是否想得太多

Do you want too much?

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si6
pei5
soeng2
dak1
taai3
do1
無動作 無視窗 無驟雨 無罪

No movement, no windows, no rain, no guilt.

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mou4
dung6
zok3
mou4
si6
coeng1
mou4
zau6
jyu6
mou4
zeoi6
無夜店 無目的 斗室裏 無限

No nightclubs, no purpose, no limits in the shed.

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mou4
je6
dim3
mou4
muk6
dik1
dau3
sat1
leoi5
mou4
haan6
無電掣 無歷史 無後悔 無路

No electricity, no history, no regrets, no way out.

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mou4
din6
zai3
mou4
lik6
si2
mou4
hau6
fui3
mou4
lou6
無浪費 無物質 無天氣 無夢

No waste, no material, no weather, no dreams.

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mou4
long4
fai3
mou4
mat6
zi3
mou4
tin1
hei3
mou4
mung6
回頭問我 這可是我

And you ask me back, "Is that me?"

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wui4
tau4
man6
ngo5
ze5
ho2
si6
ngo5
承認我錯在最初

I admit I was wrong at first.

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sing4
jing6
ngo5
laap6
zoi6
zeoi3
co1
心中未太明白 結果又無力

It's not very clear, and it's not very powerful.

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sam1
zung1
mei6
taai3
ming4
baak6
lit3
gwo2
jau6
mou4
lik6
是否想得太少

Do you want too little?

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si6
pei5
soeng2
dak1
taai3
siu3
About This Song

The song "" ("Creating Something Out of Nothing") by the artist Swing delves into an exploration of existential themes and the feelings of emptiness that accompany contemporary urban life. The lyrics present a stark contrast between the absence of tangible elementslike sleep, light, and purposeand the lingering presence of unarticulated thoughts and desires. This juxtaposition serves as the emotional core of the song, highlighting a sense of disconnection and introspection that resonates deeply with listeners living in fast-paced environments.

The narrative unfolds as the singer grapples with their identity and the consequences of past choices. The recurring question "" ("Is this really me?") serves as a reflective mantra, prompting introspection about the singer's existence and the feelings of isolation despite being surrounded by noise and distractions. The reflection on wasted time and the acknowledgment of one's errors presents a relatable commentary on the human condition, particularly the fear of living a life devoid of genuine experience and connection.

Musically, Swing employs a minimalistic approach, with sparse instrumentation that reinforces the lyrical themes of emptiness and reflection. The use of repetition in the lyrics mirrors the cyclical nature of the thoughts that plague the artist, creating an almost hypnotic effect. This aligns with lyrical techniques that invoke everyday imagery, enhancing the relatability of the song's messageblending raw emotion with accessible language that speaks directly to the listener's experiences.

In terms of cultural significance, the song encapsulates a broader narrative that many young people face in todays society, especially in urban areas where the hustle and bustle often leads to feelings of isolation. The themes of self-exploration and the quest for meaning in a materialistic world have profound implications in contemporary culture, resonating with an audience seeking authenticity amid a backdrop of superficiality. Overall, "" serves as a poignant reminder of the struggle to find purpose in a seemingly indifferent world.

Song Details
Singer:
Swing
Total Lines:
21