梁咏琪 - 胆小鬼 (Gigi Leung - Coward)
nǐ ài kā fēi dī diào de gǎn jué piān ài shōu jí de yīn yuè guài de hěn lìng lèi
You love coffee, the subtle feeling, preferring to collect music, quite eccentric
wǒ pà làng fèi qíng xù de cuò jué tǎo yàn zì jǐ xiàng cì wèi xiǎo xīn de fáng bèi
I'm afraid of wasting, the illusion of emotions, dislike myself like a hedgehog, cautious defenses
I strongly oppose shedding tears over lost love, oh, stay away from you a bit
喜欢看你紧紧皱眉 叫我胆小鬼 你的表情大过于朋友的暧昧
xǐ huān kàn nǐ jǐn jǐn zhòu méi jiào wǒ dǎn xiǎo guǐ nǐ de biǎo qíng dà guò yú péng yǒu de ài mèi
I like seeing you furrow your brows tightly, calling me a coward, your expression more than just friendly ambiguity
jì mò de chēng wèi tián mì de zé bèi yǒu dú yī wú èr zhuān shǔ de tè bié
The lonely term, the sweet reproach, unique and exclusive, uniquely special
喜欢看你紧紧皱眉 叫我胆小鬼 我的心情就像和情人在斗嘴
xǐ huān kàn nǐ jǐn jǐn zhòu méi jiào wǒ dǎn xiǎo guǐ wǒ de xīn qíng jiù xiàng hé qíng rén zài dòu zuǐ
I like seeing you furrow your brows tightly, calling me a coward, my mood is like quarreling with a lover
qí guài de zhí jué cuò wù de dìng wèi duì nǐ āi yā yā yā wǒ yǒu diǎn dǎn qiè
Strange intuition, wrong positioning, towards you, oh, I'm a bit timid
wǒ pà làng fèi qíng xù de cuò jué tǎo yàn zì jǐ xiàng cì wèi xiǎo xīn de fáng bèi
I'm afraid of wasting, the illusion of emotions, dislike myself like a hedgehog, cautious defenses
I strongly oppose shedding tears over lost love, oh, stay away from you a bit
喜欢看你紧紧皱眉 叫我胆小鬼 你的表情大过于朋友的暧昧
xǐ huān kàn nǐ jǐn jǐn zhòu méi jiào wǒ dǎn xiǎo guǐ nǐ de biǎo qíng dà guò yú péng yǒu de ài mèi
I like seeing you furrow your brows tightly, calling me a coward, your expression more than just friendly ambiguity
jì mò de chēng wèi tián mì de zé bèi yǒu dú yī wú èr zhuān shǔ de tè bié
The lonely term, the sweet reproach, unique and exclusive, uniquely special
喜欢看你紧紧皱眉 叫我胆小鬼 我的心情就像和情人在斗嘴
xǐ huān kàn nǐ jǐn jǐn zhòu méi jiào wǒ dǎn xiǎo guǐ wǒ de xīn qíng jiù xiàng hé qíng rén zài dòu zuǐ
I like seeing you furrow your brows tightly, calling me a coward, my mood is like quarreling with a lover
qí guài de zhí jué cuò wù de dìng wèi duì nǐ āi yā yā yā wǒ yǒu diǎn dǎn qiè
Strange intuition, wrong positioning, towards you, oh, I'm a bit timid
喜欢看你紧紧皱眉 叫我胆小鬼 你的表情大过于朋友的暧昧
xǐ huān kàn nǐ jǐn jǐn zhòu méi jiào wǒ dǎn xiǎo guǐ nǐ de biǎo qíng dà guò yú péng yǒu de ài mèi
I like seeing you furrow your brows tightly, calling me a coward, your expression more than just friendly ambiguity
jì mò de chēng wèi tián mì de zé bèi yǒu dú yī wú èr zhuān shǔ de tè bié
The lonely term, the sweet reproach, unique and exclusive, uniquely special
喜欢看你紧紧皱眉 叫我胆小鬼 我的心情就像和情人在斗嘴
xǐ huān kàn nǐ jǐn jǐn zhòu méi jiào wǒ dǎn xiǎo guǐ wǒ de xīn qíng jiù xiàng hé qíng rén zài dòu zuǐ
I like seeing you furrow your brows tightly, calling me a coward, my mood is like quarreling with a lover
qí guài de zhí jué cuò wù de dìng wèi duì nǐ āi yā yā yā wǒ yǒu diǎn dǎn qiè
Strange intuition, wrong positioning, towards you, oh, I'm a bit timid
Song Interpretation
Short Summary
The song "胆小鬼" (Coward) by Gigi Leung portrays the internal conflicts of love, vulnerability, and self-protection. The lyrics express both admiration for someone special and a hesitance to fully embrace romantic emotions due to fear of heartbreak.
Detailed Insights
The verses highlight the intricacies of affection, including the uniqueness and charm of the loved one. The protagonist admires subtle qualities and feels captivated by the relationship's ambiguity. However, this affection is clouded by self-doubt and emotional defenses, likened to a hedgehog's cautiousness.
Throughout the song, the theme of being labeled a "coward" resonates deeply, showcasing the struggle between desire and the fear of emotional vulnerability. This duality is reflected in the interplay of tender moments, such as enjoying each other's quirks, and the reluctance to confront deeper feelings.
By juxtaposing light-hearted observations with heavier introspection, "胆小鬼" encapsulates the bittersweet essence of longing and hesitation, making it relatable to anyone who has experienced the complexities of love.