海平面的星 Lyrics, Pinyin & Learn Chinese
Key Vocabulary 20
Core vocabulary featured in this video
| Character | Pinyin | Meaning | Level | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 海平面 | sea level; mean sea level (used as a reference for measuring altitude) | HSK+ | ||
| 关上 | to close (a door); shut | HSK 1 | ||
| 星星 | star | HSK 2 | ||
| 永远 | for ever and ever | HSK 2 | ||
| 爱情 | love (between man and woman); affection | HSK 2 | ||
| 月亮 | moon | HSK 2 | ||
| 使用 | use; employ; apply | HSK 2 | ||
| 美丽 | beautiful | HSK 3 | ||
| 制作人 | make; manufacture | HSK 3 | ||
| 无法 | unable; incapable | HSK 4 | ||
| 浪漫 | romantic; poetic | HSK 5 | ||
| 懒得 | to be unwilling to do something | HSK 7 | ||
| 深情 | deep love; deep feeling | HSK 7 | ||
| 倾听 | listen attentively to; lend an attentive ear to | HSK 7 | ||
| 幻影 | phantom; unreal image | HSK 7 | ||
| 统筹 | plan as a whole; make overall plans | HSK 7 | ||
| 未经 | not having undergone; without (having gone though a certain process) | HSK 7 | ||
| 编织 | to weave; to knit; to plait; to braid; (fig.) to create (sth abstract, e.g. a dream, a lie etc) | HSK+ | ||
| 飘忽 | (of clouds, etc.) move swiftly; fleet; mobility; uncertain; mobile; wave to and fro; float | HSK+ | ||
| 风平浪静 | lit. breeze is still, waves are quiet (idiom); tranquil environment; all is quiet; a dead calm (at sea) | HSK+ |
Imagine the quiet magic of stars not just in the sky, but mirroring themselves on the vast, dark expanse of the ocean. This captivating imagery is central to "海平面的星" (Hǎi píngmiàn de xīng), a poignant and immersive collaboration from independent singer-songwriter Zkaaai and the renowned 紅宇樂團 (Hongyu Band).
Zkaaai's distinctive, introspective vocals weave seamlessly with Hongyu Band's signature indie-rock and atmospheric soundscapes, crafting a musical journey that transcends mere listening. Get ready to not only discover a stunning piece of modern Chinese music but also unlock new depths in your Chinese learning journey through their uniquely immersive artistry.
Quick Info
| Song Name | 海平面的星 (Hǎi píngmiàn de xīng) |
| Artist | Zkaaai&紅宇樂團 |
| Original Singer | Original |
| Release Year | 2022 |
| Duration | 04:02 |
The Story Behind the Song
Gazing out at the boundless expanse where sky meets sea, Zkaaai&紅宇樂團's "海平面的星" whispers a universal yearning. Released in 2022, this isn't merely a song; it's an auditory voyage into the soul's quietest chambers. It conjures the profound mystery of distant stars barely visible above the horizon, mirroring our own elusive dreams and the silent search for meaning in life's grand, often overwhelming, tide.
The track beautifully captures the introspective journey, a poignant quest for hope and beauty that feels both deeply personal and universally shared within the vibrant tapestry of contemporary Chinese musical expression. It's a contemplative whisper against the roar of existence, inviting listeners to find solace and wonder in the infinite unknown.
✨ Lyrical Highlights
海平面上的星 它是不是你
Hǎi píngmiàn shàng de xīng, tā shì bù shì nǐ
The star on the sea level, is it you?This line is profoundly poetic, personifying a distant star reflected on the ocean's surface as the beloved. It captures the essence of longing and an ethereal connection, where the vastness of the sea mirrors the depth of an unfulfilled desire to reunite. The star, beautiful but unreachable, symbolizes the distant nature of the cherished person or memory.
回憶像海浪聲聲迴蕩 在我的心上
Huíyì xiàng hǎilàng shēng shēng huídàng zài wǒ de xīn shàng
Memories echo like ocean waves, in my heart.This evocative metaphor beautifully likens persistent memories to the ceaseless, rhythmic sound of ocean waves. It conveys how past moments are not just remembered but deeply felt, echoing constantly within one's emotional landscape. The imagery connects the vast, eternal nature of the sea to the enduring presence of cherished recollections in the heart.
Grammar Notes
再晚我也要看完这本书。
Zài wǎn wǒ yě yào kàn wán zhè běn shū.
No matter how late it is, I still want to finish reading this book.
他对我总是若有似无的关心。
Tā duì wǒ zǒng shì ruò yǒu sì wú de guānxīn.
He always shows me a subtle, elusive kind of care.
我无法接受这个事实。
Wǒ wúfǎ jiēshòu zhè ge shìshí.
I cannot accept this fact.
她的笑容如阳光般温暖。
Tā de xiàoróng rú yángguāng bān wēnnuǎn.
Her smile is warm like sunshine.