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夜曲 Jay Chou Lyrics & Pinyin - Learn Chinese

Key HSK Vocabulary

Word	Pinyin	Meaning	HSK	Action
夜曲	yè qǔ	nocturne , nocturne
描绘	miáo huì	depict, describe	HSK 7
屋顶	wū dǐng	roof, rooftop	HSK 7
墓地	mù dì	graveyard, cemetery	HSK 7
丝毫	sī háo	a bit, an iota	HSK 7
嘲笑	cháo xiào	ridicule, deride	HSK 7
思念	sī niàn	miss, think of	HSK 7
树枝	shù zhī	twig, branch	HSK 7
掠夺	lu:è duó	rob, plunder	HSK 7
玫瑰	méi guī	rose	HSK 7
分明	fēn míng	clear, distinct	HSK 7
乌云	wū yún	black clouds, dark clouds	HSK 6
孤独	gū dú	lonely, solitary	HSK 6
笑容	xiào róng	smile, smiling expression	HSK 6
如此	rú cǐ	so, such	HSK 5
键盘	jiàn pán	fingerboard, keyboard	HSK 5
四周	sì zhōu	all around, on all sides	HSK 5
回忆	huí yì	recollect, recall	HSK 5
同情	tóng qíng	sympathize	HSK 4
形容	xíng róng	appearance, countenance	HSK 4

Grammar Notes

📌 被 (bèi) + (Agent) + (所) + Verb

The '被' structure is used to form a passive voice sentence in Chinese. The subject of the sentence is the recipient of the action. The agent of the action can be included after '被' (e.g., A 被 B Verb), or it can be omitted (e.g., A 被 Verb). '所' is an optional intensifying particle often used before the verb, especially in formal or written contexts, emphasizing the passive nature. In the lyrics: '一群嗜血的蚂蚁被腐肉所吸引' (A group of bloodthirsty ants are attracted by the rotten flesh) and '我终于被提醒' (I was finally reminded).

他的手机被偷了。

Tā de shǒujī bèi tōu le.

His phone was stolen.

📌 Verb/Verb Phrase + 得 (de) + Adjective/Adverbial

This structure uses '得' (de) after a verb or verb phrase to describe the manner or degree of the action. The adjective or adverbial following '得' modifies the verb, indicating how well, how much, or in what way the action is performed. In the lyrics: '心碎得很好听' (heartbreakingly pleasant to hear) and '手在键盘敲得很轻' (hands tapping very lightly on the keyboard).

他做饭做得很好吃。

Tā zuòfàn zuò de hěn hǎochī.

He cooks very deliciously.

📌 为 (wèi) + Noun/Pronoun + Verb Phrase (+ Purpose Verb/Phrase)

'为' (wèi) means 'for' or 'for the sake of.' In this structure, it introduces the beneficiary or the reason/purpose of an action. The action follows, and sometimes a subsequent verb phrase further clarifies the purpose. In the lyrics: '为妳弹奏肖邦的夜曲纪念我死去的爱情' (Play Chopin's nocturne for you to commemorate my dead love).

我为朋友准备了一份礼物。

Wǒ wèi péngyou zhǔnbèi le yī fèn lǐwù.

I prepared a gift for my friend.

📌 A 跟 B 一样 (A gēn B yīyàng)

This structure is used to express similarity or comparison, meaning 'A is the same as B' or 'A is like B.' An adjective or a descriptive verb phrase can be added after '一样' to specify in what aspect they are similar. In the lyrics: '跟夜风一样的声音' (a sound just like the night wind).

他的性格跟她一样开朗。

Tā de xìnggé gēn tā yīyàng kāilǎng.

His personality is as cheerful as hers.

Unlock the captivating melodies and rich language of Jay Chou's classic "夜曲" (Yè Qǔ)! If you're passionate about learning Chinese through authentic cultural content, GM Lyric offers the perfect companion. Specializing in creating engaging lyrical content tailored for language learners, GM Lyric makes it incredibly easy to access lyrics, pinyin, and translations for beloved tracks like this one. Their mission is to make learning Chinese enjoyable and accessible through the power of music, inviting you to dive into Jay Chou's poetic world and enhance your language skills with every listen.

Quick Info


Song Name	夜曲 Jay Chou (夜曲 Jay Chou Pinyin)
Artist	GM Lyric
Original Singer	Jay Chou
Release Year	2005
Duration	04:15

The Story Behind the Song

Jay Chou's "Nocturne" (夜曲), a haunting elegy from his 2005 album 'November's Chopin', is a profound blend of R&B, hip-hop, and classical grandeur. It tells a deeply melancholic story of remembrance and irretrievable loss, often interpreted as a tender, sorrowful tribute to a past love. The song's core theme is the agonizing beauty of holding onto a memory, even as it causes pain, set against the solemnity of a nocturne.

Beyond its narrative, the song resonates with profound regret and nostalgic longing, capturing a universal heartache. Its critically acclaimed music video, with its intricate gothic aesthetic, amplifies this tragic beauty, cementing "Nocturne" as a poignant Mandopop classic. It showcases Jay Chou's mastery in blending Eastern emotional depth with Western musicality, forever etching its tender grief into the hearts of listeners.

✨ Lyrical Highlights

為妳彈奏蕭邦的夜曲紀念我死去的愛情
Wèi nǐ tánzòu Xiāobāng de yèqǔ jìniàn wǒ sǐqù de àiqíng
I play Chopin's Nocturne for you, commemorating my deceased love.

This line beautifully intertwines the classical elegance of Chopin's music with the raw pain of lost love, creating an elegy both grand and deeply personal. It immediately establishes the song's melancholic romanticism and the protagonist's profound act of remembrance. The "deceased love" is not merely over, but symbolically passed away, demanding a solemn, musical tribute.

而我為妳隱藏在月光下獨自守護著妳的靈魂
Ér wǒ wèi nǐ yǐncáng zài yuèguāng xià dúzì shǒuhùzhe nǐ de línghún
And I hide for you under the moonlight, guarding your soul alone.

This poignant imagery evokes a sense of eternal devotion and solitude, portraying the protagonist as a silent, vigilant guardian in the ethereal glow of moonlight. It transcends physical presence, suggesting a spiritual bond that persists beyond death. The act of "guarding your soul" powerfully encapsulates the theme of undying love and unwavering commitment to the beloved's memory.