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那一年 Lyrics, Pinyin & Translation for Chinese Learning

Key HSK Vocabulary

Word	Pinyin	Meaning	HSK	Action
统筹	tǒng chóu	plan as a whole, make overall plans	HSK 7
宇宙	yǔ zhòu	cosmos, universe	HSK 7
寂寞	jì mò	lonely, lonesome	HSK 7
温柔	wēn róu	meek, gentle	HSK 7
放肆	fàng sì	wanton, unbridled	HSK 7
永久	yǒng jiǔ	permanent, perpetual	HSK 7
团队	tuán duì	team, group	HSK 6
总监	zǒng jiān	inspector general, chief inspector	HSK 6
回忆	huí yì	recollect, recall	HSK 5
编辑	biān jí	edit, compile	HSK 5
回头	huí tóu	turn round, turn one's head	HSK 5
再次	zài cì	once more, once again	HSK 5
拥有	yōng yǒu	own, have	HSK 5
放弃	fàng qì	give up, abandon	HSK 5
沉重	chén zhòng	heavy, serious	HSK 4
日记	rì jì	diary	HSK 4
怀念	huái niàn	think of, cherish the memory of	HSK 4
沉默	chén mò	silent, reticent	HSK 4
独自	dú zì	alone, by oneself	HSK 4
制作人	zhì zuò rén	make, manufacture	HSK 3

Grammar Notes

📌 把 (bǎ) construction

The 把 (bǎ) construction is a pre-transitive structure where the object of the verb is placed before the verb, following 把. This structure emphasizes the action's effect on the object, often implying disposal, handling, or a change in the object's state. The verb usually requires an additional element (like a resultative complement, aspect particle, or directional complement) to complete the action.

他把我的书弄丢了。

Tā bǎ wǒ de shū nòng diūle.

He lost my book.

📌 是...的 (shì...de) structure

The 是...的 (shì...de) structure is used to emphasize specific information about a past action or event, such as the time, place, manner, or agent. The emphasized element is placed between 是 and 的, or 是 precedes the emphasized part and 的 concludes the clause. It highlights a particular detail rather than the action itself.

她是在北京学会中文的。

Tā shì zài Běijīng xuéhuì Zhōngwén de.

It was in Beijing that she learned Chinese.

📌 在...以后 (zài...yǐhòu)

This pattern is used to indicate a temporal relationship, meaning 'after [an event or a point in time]'. 在 (zài) often precedes the clause describing the event, and 以后 (yǐhòu) follows it, forming a subordinate clause that sets the time for the main action.

下课以后，我们去吃饭。

Xià kè yǐhòu, wǒmen qù chīfàn.

After class, we will go to eat.

📌 只是 (zhǐshì)

只是 (zhǐshì) is a conjunction meaning 'it's just that', 'only', or 'but'. It's used to introduce a qualifying statement, often providing a reason, an explanation, or a limitation to what was previously said. It can express a slight contradiction or a more precise detail.

我很喜欢那件衣服，只是有点贵。

Wǒ hěn xǐhuān nà jiàn yīfu, zhǐshì yǒudiǎn guì.

I really like that dress, it's just that it's a bit expensive.

What happens when the electrifying energy of a pop-rock icon meets the soul-stirring depth of a ballad maestro? Da Zhangwei, a prominent Chinese singer known for his lively pop-rock style and vibrant TV personality, joins forces with the celebrated singer-songwriter Wang Sulong, famous for his emotive ballads and drama OSTs, to deliver a truly unique experience with their collaboration, '那一年' (Na Yi Nian). This isn't just a song; it's a vibrant tapestry woven from shared memories and distinct musical styles, inviting you to revisit "That Year"—a moment of personal significance for us all. Discover how their combined talents create a sound that's both invigorating and deeply reflective, perfect for anyone ready to explore the nuances of Chinese through unforgettable music.

Quick Info


Song Name	那一年 (Na Yi Nian)
Artist	大張偉&汪蘇瀧
Original Singer	Original
Release Year	2021
Duration	04:21

The Story Behind the Song

"那一年" isn't just a song; it's a vibrant echo from the hallowed halls of "Our Song" season three, where Da Zhangwei's irrepressible energy met Wang Sulong's soulful introspection. This wasn't merely a collaboration; it was a potent alchemy, conjuring a wave of potent nostalgia that swept across China in 2021. Its melody, a bittersweet caress, unlocked a collective memory of youth, reminding listeners of faded photographs and shared laughter, the enduring spirit of friendships forged in innocence.

The track transcends mere reminiscing; it’s a cultural touchstone for a generation looking back at their formative years. It perfectly captures that universal pang for "that year"—a time of carefree days, first crushes, and unbreakable bonds—emotions so deeply ingrained in the Chinese cultural psyche. Da Zhangwei's signature vivacity fused with Wang Sulong's heartfelt delivery created a timeless lament and celebration, an anthem to the beautiful impermanence of youth that continues to stir the soul.

✨ Lyrical Highlights

那一年我們一起許的願如今只剩下泛黃的照片
Nà yī nián wǒmen yīqǐ xǔ de yuàn, rújīn zhǐ shèng xià fànhuáng de zhàopiàn
That year, the wishes we made together, now only faded photographs remain.

This line beautifully contrasts youthful hope with the stark reality of time's passage. The "wishes made together" symbolize shared dreams and innocence, while "faded photographs" poignantly represent the ephemeral nature of those moments, now only preserved as tangible, yet decaying, memories. It captures the bittersweet essence of nostalgia, a central theme of the song.

那一年白襯衫的少年如今已漸行漸遠
Nà yī nián bái chènshān de shàonián, rújīn yǐ jiànxíngjiàn yuǎn
That year, the boy in the white shirt, now has gradually drifted far away.

The image of "the boy in the white shirt" is a powerful, universal symbol of youthful purity, simplicity, and perhaps a past self or a lost love. Its transformation to "gradually drifted far away" masterfully conveys the inevitable change, emotional distance, and sense of loss that comes with adulthood. This line encapsulates the song's longing for an unrecoverable past and the bittersweet acceptance of farewell.