I Remember You

By ZEN

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
迷戀的心未減退

The heart of the addict is not gone.

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mai4
lyun5
dik1
sam1
mei6
gaam2
teoi3
我願一生記取 從沒再想誰

I wish I could have done it all my life and never thought of anyone else.

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ngo5
jyun6
jat1
sang1
gei3
ceoi2
zung6
mei6
zoi3
soeng2
seoi4
留低思想伴給我 願快樂永遠伴我

Leave thoughts with me, and may happiness be with me forever.

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lau4
dai1
soi1
soeng2
bun6
kap1
ngo5
jyun6
faai3
ngok6
wing5
jyun6
bun6
ngo5
求空虛思念過

I'm going to try to remember the void.

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kau4
hung3
heoi1
soi1
nim6
gwo3
在鏡裏內看着的我在安睡

I was sleeping in the mirror.

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zoi6
geng3
leoi5
noi6
hon3
jyu3
dik1
ngo5
zoi6
on1
seoi6
為何一生苦苦的等始終都告吹

Why do we have to suffer all our lives?

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wai6
ho6
jat1
sang1
fu2
fu2
dik1
ting2
ci2
zung1
dou1
guk1
ceoi3
從前在路上遇着或望着是多麼好

How nice it was to meet or look at you on the road.

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zung6
cin4
zoi6
lou6
soeng6
jyu6
jyu3
waak6
mong6
jyu3
si6
do1
mo5
hou3
為何沒傾訴 人就似風突然地遠去

Why not talk about it? People are like winds that just blow away.

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wai6
ho6
mei6
king1
sou3
jan4
zau6
ci5
fung3
duk1
jin4
deng6
jyun6
heoi3
沒有你在靠着的我在安睡

I'm sleeping peacefully without you.

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mei6
jau6
nei5
zoi6
kaau3
jyu3
dik1
ngo5
zoi6
on1
seoi6
為何不可講出心中想講的字句

Why not just say the words you want to say in your head?

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wai6
ho6
fau2
ho2
gong2
ceot1
sam1
zung1
soeng2
gong2
dik1
zi6
gau1
常常獨自在坐着或問着你心中想

And often, you're sitting alone or wondering,

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soeng4
soeng4
duk6
zi6
zoi6
zo6
jyu3
waak6
man6
jyu3
nei5
sam1
zung1
soeng2
完全沒知道 從這一刻你遠去

I didn't know you were going to be away from this moment.

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jyun4
cyun4
mei6
zi3
dou6
zung6
ze5
jat1
hak1
nei5
jyun6
heoi3
你已再使我這刻獨自在期待

You've made me wait alone for this moment.

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nei5
ji5
zoi3
si2
ngo5
ze5
hak1
duk6
zi6
zoi6
kei4
daai1
那美態與親切面龐 已遠出不再

That beauty and kindness is far from over.

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no6
mei5
taai3
jyu6
can3
cit3
min2
lung4
ji5
jyun6
ceot1
fau2
zoi3
About This Song

"I Remember You" by ZEN delves into the poignant themes of longing, nostalgia, and the bittersweet nature of love that lingers even when it fades away. The lyrics express an unwavering romantic obsession, capturing the deep emotional turmoil experienced when someone holds on to memories of a lost love. The phrase "malian de xin wei jian tui" () translates to an unrelenting heart of infatuation, underscoring the song's central motif: clinging to the past and the unwillingness to let go of affection that is no longer reciprocated.

The narrative unfolds through introspective reflections, as the singer grapples with the void left by the absence of a significant other. Lines such as "" (Why does a lifetime of waiting ultimately come to nothing) encapsulate the profound sense of despair that accompanies unfulfilled love. The contrasting imagery of vibrant memories and the stark reality of loneliness creates a compelling atmosphere that resonates with anyone who has experienced the pain of lost connections.

Musically, the composition is characterized by subtle instrumentation that complements the emotional weight of the lyrics. Minimalist arrangements allow the vocals to take center stage, emphasizing the confessional tone of the delivery. Lyrical techniques include repetition and vivid imagery, which enhance the emotional intensity and allow listeners to connect on a personal level. The refrain captures a feeling of yearning that echoes throughout, making it a hauntingly memorable experience.

Culturally, the song invokes themes prevalent in Eastern romantic ballads where the interplay of love and sorrow is a common motif. It reflects the universal experience of heartbreak, transcending cultural boundaries and fostering empathy among listeners from diverse backgrounds. "I Remember You" stands as a testament to human emotions, reminding us that while love may recede, its imprint can endure, a theme that resonates deeply within various cultural narratives.

Song Details
Singer:
ZEN
Total Lines:
14