不染長安 Lyrics & Pinyin - Learn Chinese with 葉里

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📖 Key Vocabulary 20

Core vocabulary featured in this video

Character	Pinyin	Meaning	Level	Actions
依然	yī rán	still; as before	HSK 4
独自	dú zì	alone; by oneself; one's own	HSK 4
何时	hé shí	when; what time	HSK 7
念念不忘	niàn niàn bù wàng	to keep in mind constantly (idiom)	HSK 7
摇晃	yáo huàng	wobbling	HSK 7
星辰	xīng chén	stars	HSK+
日月	rì yuè	the sun and moon; day and month; every day and every month; season; life and livelihood	HSK+
风尘	fēng chén	windblown dust; hardships of travel; vicissitudes of life; prostitution	HSK+
良人	liáng rén	husband (arch.); [addressing one's husband] my goodman; my husband; common people (opp. 奴, 婢)	HSK+
年轮	nián lún	annual (or growth) ring; annual ring; growth ring	HSK+
滚滚	gǔn gǔn	rolling; billowy; surging; rolling in continuously; roll; billow; surge	HSK+
指尖	zhǐ jiān	fingertips; finger-end; fingertip	HSK+
俗世	sú shì	this world; secular world; mundaneness; the vulgar world (Buddhist concept)	HSK+
混沌	hùn dùn	chaos; the primeval state of the universe according to Chinese legend	HSK+
朱砂	zhū shā	cinnabar	HSK+
凡尘	fán chén	the mortal world; this earthly realm; the world of dust (Buddhist/Taoist concept of the secular world); mundane world (in religious context); this mortal coil	HSK+
胭脂	yān zhī	rouge; pronounced [yān zhī] in Taiwan	HSK+
回望	huí wàng	to return sb's gaze; to meet sb's eyes; to look back (to one's rear); (fig.) to look back at (the past); to reflect on	HSK+
落叶	luò yè	fallen leaves; deciduous leaf	HSK+
天造地设	tiān zào dì shè	created by nature; heavenly; ideal; (of a match) made in heaven; lit. made by Heaven and arranged by Earth (idiom); perfect; to be made for one another	HSK+

Imagine wandering through the grand, storied streets of ancient Chang'an, not through a history book, but through a melody that feels both timeless and deeply personal. This is the captivating world crafted by Ye Li (葉里), a celebrated Chinese singer renowned for her unique ancient style (古风) music. With her clear vocals and emotive delivery, Ye Li has gained a significant online following, and her poignant track, "不染長安" (Bu Ran Chang An), perfectly blends traditional Chinese aesthetics with modern musical arrangements, inviting you to discover the beauty of the language within its evocative lyrics.

Quick Info


Song Name	不染長安 (Bu Ran Chang An)
Artist	葉里
Original Singer	Original
Release Year	2020
Duration	04:30

The Story Behind the Song

"不染長安" isn't merely a melody; it's a whisper from an empire, a defiant bloom amidst the dust of history. 叶里's ethereal vocals guide us through the storied gates of Chang'an, not to chronicle its rise and fall, but to grasp a deeper truth: the indomitable spirit that remains pure, unstained by the currents of time and strife. It's a poignant testament to resilience, a yearning for enduring beauty in a world perpetually in flux.

This gufeng masterpiece transcends simple storytelling, offering a vivid emotional tapestry. The intricate instrumentation and heartfelt delivery evoke a sense of noble solitude, reflecting the quiet strength of those who navigate life's complexities while holding fast to an inner sanctity. "不染長安" becomes a meditation on preserving one's essence, a poetic echo of ancient wisdom resonating with timeless grace.

✨ Lyrical Highlights

願作長安舊夢不醒人間
Yuàn zuò Cháng'ān jiùmèng bù xǐng rénjiān
Willing to be an old dream of Chang'an, never waking in the human world.

This line beautifully encapsulates a deep yearning to dwell forever in an idealized past or a cherished memory, personified by "Chang'an's old dream." It conveys a poignant desire to escape the mundane or painful present, choosing the solace and beauty of an imagined or past reality over waking life.

煙雨過客似你驚鴻一面
Yānyǔ guòkè sì nǐ jīnghóng yī miàn
A passing guest in the mist and rain, like your fleeting glimpse.

This imagery is exquisitely poetic, painting a scene of transient beauty and profound longing. It compares the beloved's appearance to a "驚鴻" (startled swan) – a classic metaphor for a breathtaking, momentary encounter – leaving an indelible impression on the observer, much like a fleeting figure in a misty landscape.

Grammar Notes

📌 将 A B (jiāng A B)

The structure '将 A B' is a formal or literary equivalent of '把 A B'. It places the object (A) before the verb (B), indicating that something is being handled, disposed of, or acted upon. It often emphasizes the result or effect of the action on the object.

他将花瓶轻轻地放在桌上。

Tā jiāng huāpíng qīngqīng de fàng zài zhuō shàng.

He gently placed the vase on the table.

📌 又... (yòu...)

'又' is an adverb used to indicate the recurrence of an action or state. It signifies that something has happened again, or that there is an additional similar event or condition. It can be translated as 'again' or 'also/moreover'.

他昨天没来，今天又没来。

Tā zuótiān méi lái, jīntiān yòu méi lái.

He didn't come yesterday, and he didn't come again today.

📌 不 V / 不 A (bù V / bù A) - Series of parallel negations

This pattern involves using '不' (bù) repeatedly before verbs (V) or adjectives (A) in a list or series. It emphasizes a sequence of negations, often conveying a sense of detachment, purity, or refusal to engage with certain things. In the lyrics, it highlights the speaker's unyielding nature and clear boundaries.

她不吃肉，不喝酒，生活很健康。

Tā bù chī ròu, bù hē jiǔ, shēnghuó hěn jiànkāng.

She doesn't eat meat, doesn't drink alcohol, living a very healthy life.

📌 V + 起 (qǐ)

When '起' (qǐ) is used as a resultative or directional complement after a verb (V), it can indicate various meanings. In the context of verbs like '忆' (yì - to recall) or '想' (xiǎng - to think), 'V + 起' signifies 'to recall' or 'to remember' something that comes to mind. It can also imply the beginning of an action or a rising motion.

我突然想起了一件很久以前的事。

Wǒ tūrán xiǎng qǐ le yī jiàn hěn jiǔ yǐqián de shì.

I suddenly remembered something from a long time ago.