刘德华 - 十七岁 (Andy Lau - Seventeen Years Old)
ming4 sing1 jaa5 jau5 fan3 lin6 baan1 dyun2 dyun2 jat1 nin4 taai3 san1 sin1
gei3 dak1 sei3 go1 faat3 go1 dou1 ji5 gin3 gwo3 min6 hau6 loi4 wing4 sing1 zyu2 gok3 taai3 dat6 jin4
Remembering Fourth Brother, Brother Fat, have both met, later... suddenly promoted to protagonist
loi4 ting3 ngo5 coeng3 dyun6 cing4 go1 jat1 kuk1 go1 ci4 taai3 ging1 din2
Come listen to me sing a segment of love song, the lyrics are too classic
ngo5 dik1 zan3 jam1 gaa3 jam1 zou2 ji5 taai3 suk6 lin6 jin4 ji4 cing4 go1 zung2 coeng3 bat1 jim3
My tremolo, falsetto have long been too proficient, yet love songs are always sung without weary
coeng3 cing4 go1 cai4 cai4 loi4 jat1 pin3 mou4 si4 mou4 hak1 dou1 gei3 zyu6 zoeng2 seng1 hoeng3 pin3 tin1
loi4 coeng3 cing4 go1 jau4 cung4 tau4 zoi3 jat1 pin3 jyu4 cing4 nung4 jau5 dim2 leoi6 lau4 naan4 bei6 min5
Come sing love songs, sing from the beginning again, tears are hard to avoid when love is intense
jam1 gaai1 hei2 dit3 paak3 zi2 goi2 bin3 mui5 sau2 go1 si6 mui5 zoeng1 lim5
zeon6 gun2 coeng3 jung6 sam1 baa2 ze5 cing4 seoi5 go1 seng1 zung1 hyun1 jim5
coeng3 cing4 go1 cai4 cai4 loi4 jat1 pin3 mou4 si4 mou4 hak1 dou1 gei3 zyu6 zoeng2 seng1 hoeng3 pin3 tin1
loi4 coeng3 cing4 go1 jau4 cung4 tau4 zoi3 jat1 pin3 jyu4 cing4 nung4 jau5 dim2 leoi6 lau4 naan4 bei6 min5
Come sing love songs, sing from the beginning again, tears are hard to avoid when love is intense
jam1 gaai1 hei2 dit3 paak3 zi2 goi2 bin3 nin4 jyut6 bin3 daan6 ngo5 mei6 bin3
The scale rises and falls, the rhythm changes, years change, but I remain unchanged
coeng3 cing4 go1 cai4 cai4 loi4 jat1 pin3 mou4 si4 mou4 hak1 dou1 gei3 zyu6 zoeng2 seng1 hoeng3 pin3 tin1
loi4 coeng3 cing4 go1 jau4 cung4 tau4 zoi3 jat1 pin3 jyu4 cing4 nung4 jau5 dim2 leoi6 lau4 naan4 bei6 min5
Come sing love songs, sing from the beginning again, tears are hard to avoid when love is intense
jam1 gaai1 hei2 dit3 paak3 zi2 goi2 bin3 mui5 sau2 go1 si6 mui5 zoeng1 lim5
wui4 jik1 ngo5 kei3 mong6 naa5 zoeng2 seng1 dou1 ji1 jin4 dou3 gam1 tin1
Remembering how I hoped that applause would still be there until today
naa5 sau2 ciu4 seoi2 mong4 cing4 seoi2 bat1 zoi3 ging1 din2 jing4 coeng4 maai4 nei5 dik1 sam1 zung1 cung4 mei6 bin3
That tide of emotions, forgetful water, no longer classic, still buried unchanged in your heart
Song Interpretation
Short Summary
"十七岁" by 刘德华 reflects on the growth and challenges of a young career, touching upon the passage of time, fame, and the inevitable changes that come with it. The lyrics capture the artist's early experiences in the entertainment industry and the fleeting nature of youth, with nostalgia for simpler times and the enduring impact of music.
Detailed Insights
The song begins with a youthful, bold tone, recounting the singer's early ambition and experiences at the age of seventeen. There is a sense of naivety and eagerness, symbolized by the "shamelessly joining the challenge." As the lyrics move forward, they describe the pressures and excitement of the entertainment industry, including training classes and meeting industry veterans like "Fourth Brother" and "Brother Fat." This transition into the world of fame is portrayed with both reverence and a sense of bewilderment.
As the song progresses, it delves into the celebration of success, with references to the mania of fans and the joy of performing. Despite the superficial fame, there is a deeper, emotional connection with the music itself, as the artist pours his heart into singing love songs, each one embodying different emotional states. The refrain, urging the listener to "sing love songs together," underscores the importance of shared experiences and the enduring power of music in evoking emotion.
The later verses reflect on aging and the passage of time. The artist now, at the age of forty, reflects on the changes in his voice and the impact of years on his career. However, despite these changes, the memory of past applause and the timeless nature of music remain untouched. This melancholic acceptance of the passage of time adds a layer of depth to the song, making it not just a celebration of youth but also a poignant reflection on the unchanging essence of art and the emotional connection it fosters.