張震嶽 愛我別走 Lyrics & Pinyin | Learn Chinese

Mandopop Ballads📅 7/15/2026👁️ 62 views

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📖 Key Vocabulary 20

Core vocabulary featured in this video

CharacterPinyinMeaningLevelActions
真的zhēn deReally? HSK 1
听见tīng jiànhear HSK 1
如果rú guǒif; in case; in the event of; supposing that HSK 2
出口chū kǒuspeak; utter HSK 2
因为yīn wèibecause of; on account of HSK 2
夜里yè linighttime; at night HSK 2
消息xiāo xinews; information HSK 3
容易róng yìeasy HSK 3
温柔wēn róumeek; gentle; pleasingly affectionate; gentle and soft HSK 7
身影shēn yǐngform; figure; a person's silhouette HSK 7
寂寞jì mòlonely and desolate HSK 7
一点yī diǎna bit; a little bit; (used in negative expressions) (not) the least bit; (after an adjective, used to form the comparative) a bit more, -er; a point (in a discussion etc); (calligraphy) dot stroke (、); one o'clock (abbr. for 一點鍾|一点钟[yi1 dian3 zhong1])HSK+
一样yī yàngsame; like; equal to; the same as; just likeHSK+
还是hái shistill (as before); had better; unexpectedly; orHSK+
悲伤bēi shāngsad; sorrowfulHSK+
月光yuè guāngmoonlight; moonbeam; moon; moonshineHSK+
漫无目的màn wú mù dìhit or (and) missHSK+
拉长lā chángto lengthen; to pull sth out longerHSK+
时候shí houtime; length of time; moment; periodHSK+
迎面而来yíng miàn ér láidirectly; head-on (collision); in one's face (of wind)HSK+

That lingering ache when someone you cherish stands at the threshold, ready to walk away – it’s a raw, universal human experience, perfectly encapsulated in the poignant Mandopop classic, '愛我別走' (Ài Wǒ Bié Zǒu – Love Me, Don’t Go).

This soulful ballad is a signature piece from the legendary 張震嶽 (Zhāng Zhènyuè), famously known as A-Yue. A renowned Taiwanese rock musician, singer, and songwriter, A-Yue captivated audiences throughout the 1990s and beyond with his unique blend of rock, pop, and reggae, solidifying his place as a prominent figure in Mandopop. His distinctive voice and evocative lyrical style have resonated with fans for decades, making '愛我別走' not just a song, but a shared sentiment that offers a truly powerful way to connect with Chinese language and culture.

Quick Info

Song Name 愛我別走 (Love me,don’t go)
Artist 張震嶽 A-Yue
Original Singer Original
Release Year 1998
Duration 04:15

The Story Behind the Song

Released in 1998, 張震嶽's "愛我別走" isn't just a song; it's a raw, exposed nerve of the human heart. Breaking from his usual rock anthems, A-Yue unveils a profound vulnerability, his voice a melancholic whisper articulating the universal ache of longing and the desperate fear of an impending farewell. It's the guttural plea of someone clinging to a love that feels poised to slip away.

This timeless ballad became more than a hit; it carved itself into the collective consciousness, an enduring karaoke staple where countless voices join in its heartfelt cry, "Love me, don't go." It's a resonant portrayal of love teetering on the edge of separation, offering a shared emotional landscape for anyone who has ever feared a goodbye.

✨ Lyrical Highlights

愛我別走
Ài wǒ bié zǒu
Love me, don't leave.

This phrase is a raw, direct plea that perfectly captures the song's desperate vulnerability. Its stark simplicity conveys an immediate, universal fear of abandonment, making it incredibly relatable. It encapsulates the core theme of clinging to a relationship and begging for a beloved's continued presence.

如果你說 你不愛我 不要聽見你真的說出口
Rúguǒ nǐ shuō nǐ bù ài wǒ, bùyào tīngjiàn nǐ zhēnde shuō chūkǒu
If you say you don't love me, don't let me really hear you say it.

This line beautifully illustrates the protagonist's profound fear of confirmation, preferring to live in hopeful denial than face the explicit truth of unrequited love. It reveals a deep emotional fragility, highlighting the pain that comes with the potential end of a relationship. The reluctance to hear the words underscores the theme of clinging to even a fragile hope.

Grammar Notes

📌 叫人 + [Adj/V]
The structure '叫人' (jiào rén) means 'to make someone feel/do something' or 'to cause someone to be [adjective]'. It's used to indicate that the subject of the sentence causes a particular feeling, emotion, or action in people. It often implies a subjective experience or reaction. Other verbs like '讓' (ràng) or '使' (shǐ) can sometimes be used with a similar meaning.

這首歌真叫人感動。

Zhè shǒu gē zhēn jiào rén gǎndòng.

This song is really touching (makes people moved).

📌 V + 得 + [Adj/Adv]
The particle '得' (de) is placed after a verb to describe the manner or degree of the action, or the result of the action. It connects the verb to a complement of degree or result, which is often an adjective or an adverbial phrase (e.g., '很好', '太多', '很慢'). In the lyrics, '想的太多' should grammatically be '想得太多', where '得' indicates the degree of 'thinking'.

他跑得很快。

Tā pǎo de hěn kuài.

He runs very fast.

📌 [Adj/Adv] + 地 + V
The particle '地' (de) is used to connect an adjective or an adverbial phrase to a verb, indicating how the action is performed. The phrase preceding '地' functions as an adverb, modifying the verb that follows. It describes the manner or state in which the action takes place.

她開心地笑了。

Tā kāixīn de xiào le.

She smiled happily.

📌 在/正在 + V
The character '在' (zài) or '正在' (zhèngzài) is placed before a verb to indicate that an action is currently in progress, similar to the '-ing' form in English. '正在' emphasizes the ongoing nature of the action more strongly than '在' alone.

我正在學習中文。

Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí Zhōngwén.

I am currently studying Chinese.

📌 別 + V
'別' (bié) is used before a verb to form a negative imperative, meaning 'don't' or 'do not'. It's a common way to give a command or request someone not to do something. It functions as a prohibition.

別哭!

Bié kū!

Don't cry!