People with changed hearts hurt more as they think
枯坐到清晨 阳光替房间 开了灯
kū zuò dào qīng chén yáng guāng tì fáng jiān kāi le dēng
Sitting until dawn, sunlight replaces the room, turning on the light
想
xiǎng
Think
若结局一样
ruò jié jú yī yàng
If the ending is the same
又何苦再想
yòu hé kǔ zài xiǎng
Why bother thinking again
伤
shāng
Hurt
若让人成长
ruò ràng rén chéng zhǎng
If it makes people grow
我为什么怕 分手的伤
wǒ wèi shén me pà fēn shǒu de shāng
Why am I afraid of the pain of separation
解脱
jiě tuō
Break free
是肯承认这是个错
shì kěn chéng rèn zhè shì gè cuò
It's admitting that this is a mistake
我不应该还不放手
wǒ bù yīng gāi hái bù fàng shǒu
I shouldn't still be holding on
你有自由走
nǐ yǒu zì yóu zǒu
You are free to go
我有自由好好过
wǒ yǒu zì yóu hǎo hǎo guò
I am free to live well
解脱
jiě tuō
Break free
是懂擦干泪看以后
shì dǒng cā gān lèi kàn yǐ hòu
Is understanding to wipe away tears and look ahead
找个新方向往前走
zhǎo gè xīn fāng xiàng wǎng qián zǒu
Find a new direction and move forward
这世界辽阔
zhè shì jiè liáo kuò
The world is vast
我总会实现 一个梦
wǒ zǒng huì shí xiàn yī gè mèng
I will always fulfill a dream
想
xiǎng
Think
若结局一样
ruò jié jú yī yàng
If the ending is the same
又何苦再想
yòu hé kǔ zài xiǎng
Why bother thinking again
伤
shāng
Hurt
若让人成长
ruò ràng rén chéng zhǎng
If it makes people grow
我为什么怕 分手的伤
wǒ wèi shén me pà fēn shǒu de shāng
Why am I afraid of the pain of separation
解脱
jiě tuō
Break free
是肯承认这是个错
shì kěn chéng rèn zhè shì gè cuò
It's admitting that this is a mistake
我不应该还不放手
wǒ bù yīng gāi hái bù fàng shǒu
I shouldn't still be holding on
你有自由走
nǐ yǒu zì yóu zǒu
You are free to go
我有自由好好过
wǒ yǒu zì yóu hǎo hǎo guò
I am free to live well
心里有一种 渴望勇敢的念头
xīn lǐ yǒu yī zhǒng kě wàng yǒng gǎn de niàn tóu
In my heart, there's a desire for a brave thought
不要爱我的人再担心我
bù yào ài wǒ de rén zài dān xīn wǒ
Don't worry about me, those who don't love me anymore
不放手 我有自由好好过
bù fàng shǒu wǒ yǒu zì yóu hǎo hǎo guò
Don't let go, I am free to live well
解脱
jiě tuō
Break free
是懂擦干泪看以后
shì dǒng cā gān lèi kàn yǐ hòu
Is understanding to wipe away tears and look ahead
找个新方向往前走
zhǎo gè xīn fāng xiàng wǎng qián zǒu
Find a new direction and move forward
这世界辽阔
zhè shì jiè liáo kuò
The world is vast
我总会实现 一个梦
wǒ zǒng huì shí xiàn yī gè mèng
I will always fulfill a dream
Song Interpretation
Short Summary
"解脱" (Break Free) by A-Mei captures the emotional release from a painful relationship. The lyrics reflect the journey of letting go of a love that has turned cold, realizing the importance of personal growth and freedom after separation.
Detailed Insights
The song’s title, "解脱" (Break Free), sets the tone for the liberation from an emotionally taxing relationship. A-Mei expresses the sorrow of love lost, encapsulating the turmoil of trying to hold on to a love that no longer exists. The line "Why am I afraid of the pain of separation?" reveals the internal struggle between clinging to the past and accepting the necessity of moving forward. The realization that holding on only prolongs the hurt leads to the powerful conclusion that breaking free is the path to healing.
Throughout the song, A-Mei acknowledges that letting go is an act of courage, a necessary step for personal growth. The repeated refrain "You are free to go, I am free to live well" emphasizes the notion of mutual freedom that comes from ending a relationship. There is an understanding that the world is vast and full of opportunities, symbolizing hope for a new direction and a better future. "Break free" is not only about releasing a person but also about reclaiming one's own sense of self-worth and the ability to live fully without the weight of a failed relationship.