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俗人 Lyrics & Pinyin - Learn Chinese with 夏婉安

Key HSK Vocabulary

Word	Pinyin	Meaning	HSK	Action
俗人	sú rén	layman , vulgar person
眼神	yǎn shén	glance, expression in one's eyes	HSK 7
破碎	pò suì	tattered, broken	HSK 7
临近	lín jìn	to come near, to be close to	HSK 7
见证	jiàn zhèng	witness, testimony	HSK 7
陷入	xiàn rù	sink into, fall into	HSK 6
承诺	chéng nuò	promise to do sth., promise to undertake	HSK 6
就算	jiù suàn	even if, granted that	HSK 6
原谅	yuán liàng	excuse, forgive	HSK 6
模糊	mó hu	blur, confuse	HSK 5
依旧	yī jiù	still, as before	HSK 5
回忆	huí yì	recollect, recall	HSK 5
画面	huà miàn	tableau, general appearance of a picture	HSK 5
是否	shì fǒu	if, whether	HSK 4
无法	wú fǎ	unable, incapable	HSK 4
充分	chōng fèn	full, ample	HSK 4
怀念	huái niàn	think of, cherish the memory of	HSK 4
无所谓	wú suǒ wèi	cannot be designated as, not deserve the name of	HSK 4
沉默	chén mò	silent, reticent	HSK 4
歌声	gē shēng	singing voice, sound of singing	HSK 3

Grammar Notes

📌 V + 不住 (buzhù)

This pattern consists of a verb (V) followed by the complement 不住 (buzhù). It indicates that the action of the verb cannot be contained, stopped, or controlled, often expressing an involuntary action or an overwhelming feeling. It implies an inability to suppress or hold back.

她看到那个感人的画面，眼泪忍不住流了下来。

Tā kàndào nàgè gǎnrén de huàmiàn, yǎnlèi rěnbuzhù liúle xiàlái.

She saw that moving scene, and her tears couldn't help but fall.

📌 从来没/不...过 (cónglái méi/bù... guò)

This structure is used to express that an action or state has never occurred or existed before. 从来 (cónglái) means 'from the beginning' or 'always' and, when paired with 没 (méi, typically for actions) or 不 (bù, typically for states or habits) and the aspect particle 过 (guò), it signifies 'never have/has done something'.

我从来没去过那么远的地方。

Wǒ cónglái méi qùguò nàme yuǎn de dìfāng.

I have never been to such a far-away place.

📌 就算... 也/依旧... (jiùsuàn... yě/yījiù...)

This is a concessive clause structure. 就算 (jiùsuàn) means 'even if' or 'even though,' introducing a hypothetical or acknowledged situation. It is usually followed by 也 (yě - 'still, also') or 依旧 (yījiù - 'still, as before') in the main clause, indicating that the outcome or situation remains unchanged despite the preceding condition.

就算下雨，我们也要按计划出门。

Jiùsuàn xiàyǔ, wǒmen yě yào àn jìhuà chūmén.

Even if it rains, we still have to go out as planned.

📌 像...一样... (xiàng... yīyàng...)

This pattern is used for comparison, meaning 'like... just like...' or 'as... as...'. 像 (xiàng) means 'to resemble, like,' and 一样 (yīyàng) means 'the same.' It typically compares two entities (A and B) regarding a certain quality, action, or state. The structure is A 像 B 一样 + Adjective/Verb phrase.

他唱歌像专业歌手一样好听。

Tā chànggē xiàng zhuānyè gēshǒu yīyàng hǎotīng.

He sings as well as a professional singer.

What if the most profound stories aren't found in grand gestures, but in the quiet resilience of being a 'common person'? This deeply human truth lies at the heart of "俗人" (sú rén), a poignant new track from contemporary Chinese singer Xia Wan'an.

Known for her exquisitely emotive vocal style and Mandarin pop ballads that masterfully explore love, introspection, and the nuances of everyday life, Xia Wan'an crafts a musical experience that resonates universally. Get ready to connect with her artistry and discover the beauty of the Chinese language, one heartfelt lyric at a time.

Quick Info


Song Name	俗人 (Mando pop)
Artist	夏婉安
Original Singer	Original
Release Year	2021
Duration	04:12

The Story Behind the Song

夏婉安's "俗人" isn't merely a song; it's a poignant mirror held up to the soul of the modern individual. It captures the quiet yearning for authenticity amidst the relentless churn of expectations, an intimate confession from a heart weary of striving for an elusive perfection. This Mando-pop introspection peels back the layers of societal pressure, revealing the profound beauty and struggle in simply being an "ordinary" person, grappling with life's intricate tapestry of joys and anxieties.

It resonates deeply as a sanctuary for those who've felt the weight of being deemed "common" or "vulgar," offering solace in the embrace of one's true self. The song champions self-acceptance, finding grace in imperfections, and the quiet contentment that blossoms when one ceases the frantic chase for external validation. "俗人" becomes a shared anthem, an honest whisper reminding us that within the beautiful mess of human existence lies our most profound truth.

✨ Lyrical Highlights

我本俗人，心只向凡尘
Wǒ běn súrén, xīn zhī xiàng fánchén
I am inherently a common person, my heart only gravitates towards the mundane world.

This line beautifully declares a profound self-acceptance and humility, embracing an ordinary human existence free from lofty ambitions. It directly articulates the song's central theme: a conscious choice to live contentedly within the everyday, valuing simple realities over grand pursuits. This establishes the persona of the "俗人" and their grounded perspective.

我只在乎，日出日落，平安喜乐
Wǒ zhī zàihú, rì chū rì luò, píng'ān xǐlè
I only care about sunrise and sunset, peace and joy.

The beauty of this line lies in its distilled simplicity, reflecting a deep contentment with life's most basic rhythms and blessings. It elegantly conveys a rejection of external validation, prioritizing inner peace and unadorned happiness above all else. This quote perfectly encapsulates the "俗人's" tranquil aspirations, echoing the song's theme of finding joy in the mundane.