畫中世界

By ZEN

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
我已看見冷酷世俗走進這畫上

I've seen the worldly cold come into this picture.

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ngo5
ji5
hon3
jin6
laang5
huk6
sai3
zuk6
zau2
zeon3
ze5
waak6
soeng6
色彩下映出每段破碎與心傷

The colors show every broken heart and heartbreak.

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sik1
coi2
haa6
joeng2
ceot1
mei5
dyun6
po3
seoi3
jyu6
sam1
soeng1
不想到從前某天 空虛在我心中高漲

I never thought that the void would rise in my mind.

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fau2
soeng2
dou3
zung6
cin4
mau5
tin1
hung3
heoi1
zoi6
ngo5
sam1
zung1
gou1
zoeng3
我未諸多去想 只要分清我路向

I didn't think much of it, just figuring out where I was going.

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ngo5
mei6
zyu1
do1
heoi3
soeng2
zi2
jiu3
fan6
cing1
ngo5
lou6
hoeng3
畫中似看見我內心中所想 就像在問是與非真相

It's like I'm asking questions about the untruth.

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waak6
zung1
ci5
hon3
jin6
ngo5
noi6
sam1
zung1
so2
soeng2
zau6
zoeng6
zoi6
man6
si6
jyu6
fei2
zan1
soeng2
為何仍似個幻象 但是受創傷

Why is it still a fantasy, but traumatized?

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wai6
ho6
jing4
ci5
go3
waan6
zoeng6
daan6
si6
sau6
cong3
soeng1
繪出這世界是冷漠笑與悲傷 摘下面具望見癲倒相

To paint this world is to draw indifference and sadness, to take off the mask and look back.

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kui3
ceot1
ze5
sai3
gaai3
si6
laang5
mok6
siu3
jyu6
bei1
soeng1
zaak6
haa6
min2
geoi6
mong6
jin6
din1
dou2
soeng2
為何人變了模樣 或是未了解我方向

Who's changed or who doesn't know where I'm going?

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wai6
ho6
jan4
bin3
liu4
mau4
joeng2
waak6
si6
mei6
liu4
haai5
ngo5
fong1
hoeng3
世界變了冷酷笑面掩蓋每一面

The world has become a cold smile that covers every side.

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sai3
gaai3
bin3
liu4
laang5
huk6
siu3
min2
jim2
koi3
mei5
jat1
min2
緊握着心中信念永遠也不變遷

Holding on to your beliefs will never change.

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gan2
ngak1
jyu3
sam1
zung1
seon3
nim6
wing5
jyun6
jaa5
fau2
bin3
cin1
只想問為何每天 空虛在我心中改變

I just want to know why the void is changing in my mind every day.

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zi2
soeng2
man6
wai6
ho6
mei5
tin1
hung3
heoi1
zoi6
ngo5
sam1
zung1
goi2
bin3
我未了諸多掛牽 只要衝開這鉅變

I didn't have much to do, I just had to jump off the couch.

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ngo5
mei6
liu4
zyu1
do1
gwaa3
hin1
zi2
jiu3
cung3
hoi1
ze5
geoi6
bin3
畫中似看見我內心中所想 就像在問是與非真相

It's like I'm asking questions about the untruth.

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waak6
zung1
ci5
hon3
jin6
ngo5
noi6
sam1
zung1
so2
soeng2
zau6
zoeng6
zoi6
man6
si6
jyu6
fei2
zan1
soeng2
為何仍似個幻象 但是受創傷

Why is it still a fantasy, but traumatized?

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wai6
ho6
jing4
ci5
go3
waan6
zoeng6
daan6
si6
sau6
cong3
soeng1
繪出這世界是冷漠笑與悲傷 摘下面具望見癲倒相

To paint this world is to draw indifference and sadness, to take off the mask and look back.

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kui3
ceot1
ze5
sai3
gaai3
si6
laang5
mok6
siu3
jyu6
bei1
soeng1
zaak6
haa6
min2
geoi6
mong6
jin6
din1
dou2
soeng2
為何人變了模樣 或是未了解我方向

Who's changed or who doesn't know where I'm going?

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wai6
ho6
jan4
bin3
liu4
mau4
joeng2
waak6
si6
mei6
liu4
haai5
ngo5
fong1
hoeng3
畫中似看見我內心中所想 就像在問是與非真相

It's like I'm asking questions about the untruth.

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waak6
zung1
ci5
hon3
jin6
ngo5
noi6
sam1
zung1
so2
soeng2
zau6
zoeng6
zoi6
man6
si6
jyu6
fei2
zan1
soeng2
為何仍似個幻象 但是受創傷

Why is it still a fantasy, but traumatized?

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wai6
ho6
jing4
ci5
go3
waan6
zoeng6
daan6
si6
sau6
cong3
soeng1
繪出這世界是冷漠笑與悲傷 摘下面具望見癲倒相

To paint this world is to draw indifference and sadness, to take off the mask and look back.

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kui3
ceot1
ze5
sai3
gaai3
si6
laang5
mok6
siu3
jyu6
bei1
soeng1
zaak6
haa6
min2
geoi6
mong6
jin6
din1
dou2
soeng2
為何人變了模樣 或是未了解我方向

Who's changed or who doesn't know where I'm going?

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wai6
ho6
jan4
bin3
liu4
mau4
joeng2
waak6
si6
mei6
liu4
haai5
ngo5
fong1
hoeng3
About This Song

The song "" (Painting the World) by ZEN intricately explores the complexities of human emotions against the backdrop of a cold and indifferent world. The main theme of the song revolves around the juxtaposition of internal struggles against external perceptions. It delves into feelings of emptiness and the aching desire for clarity amidst life's chaotic canvases. The lyrics convey a deep sense of longing, as the protagonist reflects on past wounds while yearning to find their path forward, symbolized by the world presented in a painting.

The narrative of the song unfolds as a poignant exploration of identity and the existential questions that plague us. The artist seeks to understand why individuals change and how that relates to their own experiences of hurt and confusion. Theres a significant focus on the dichotomy of appearance versus reality, illustrated through vivid imagery of masks that hide true emotions. This tension creates a compelling story of introspection and an inquiry into the meaning of happiness amidst sorrow, making the listener ponder their own experiences and the faades people present.

Musically, the song features a blend of melancholic melodies intertwined with lyrical depth. The use of repetition in key phrases emphasizes the emotional weight of certain lines, creating a haunting echo of the protagonists thoughts. Additionally, the contrast between softer verses and a more intense chorus mirrors the fluctuating nature of emotions, leading listeners through a dynamic emotional landscape. The poetic structure of the lyrics enhances the thematic essence, inviting the audience to reflect more profoundly on the imagery and ideas presented.

Culturally, "" resonates deeply within the contemporary societal context where many feel disconnected amidst rapid changes and societal pressures. It speaks to the universal struggle of finding ones true self in a world that often promotes superficiality and conformity. ZENs work encourages listeners to acknowledge their inner struggles and to seek authenticity, showcasing the importance of self-reflection in the search for meaning in ones life. This song, through its rich emotional layers and cultural relevancy, stands out as a powerful testimony to the human experience.

Song Details
Singer:
ZEN
Total Lines:
20