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Cantonese Version of 'As Wished': A Heartfelt Ode to a Prosperous Era's Small Reunion

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Some songs can bear the weight of an era and convey the emotions of a nation. “As Wished” is itself a classic piece filled with sentiments of home and country. When it meets the gentle cadence of Cantonese, this touching version is born.

“Not the Lyric God” and Tangtang YuzeTang deliver a heartfelt performance, perfectly blending the original song’s depth of feeling with the charm of Cantonese, while skillfully incorporating reverence for the motherland and its martyrs. This is not merely a linguistic transformation but an emotional elevation—using the power of music to lead listeners to appreciate the hard-won peace and prosperity.

As the creators wished: “Cantonese songs for the mountains and rivers, a small reunion in a prosperous era!” This Cantonese version of “As Wished” carries love for the motherland, lighting a lamp of gratitude for every one of us living in this era of peace.

Lyrics#

History, long river, with you Separated, intersecting, across time You sowed with your own hands That flower blooms, greeting the wind Like fire, burning out, righteous courage Sheltering sweet dreams with your body Never met, yet forever in my heart

Honored today, in ten thousand homes, to see Joyful, smiling faces of the world Prosperity and tomorrow, being built On this day, can your wish come true? Witnessing with the times, the transformation of mountains and rivers Holding fast to the belief of the pioneers May you, beyond this mortal realm, also see This prosperous era’s small reunion

Silent, wordless, pain Starlit, brilliant, night sky Once, didn’t quite understand Strong grass must endure fierce winds Common, ordinary, the masses Born into the flow of time As days pass, I too will embrace you

Honored today, in ten thousand homes, to see Joyful, smiling faces of the world Prosperity and tomorrow, being built On this day, can your wish come true? Witnessing with the times, the transformation of mountains and rivers The road ahead, stepping as you chose Grand wishes, finally can be seen This prosperous era’s small reunion

Blood so hot Makes me look up Realizing the hopes you held in your heart This prosperous era Sacrifices not in vain The blazing red sun shines upon the East

Honored today, in ten thousand homes, to see Joyful, smiling faces of the world Prosperity, tomorrow, being built On this day, can your wish come true? Once promised, a glorious tomorrow could be seen Continuing your magnificent verse Stars in the sky, you in my heart Forever by my side

Grateful for yesterday’s bitterness and astringency Exchanged for today’s sweetness

Creation Information#

Creative Background#

Since 2019, “Not the Lyric God” has held deep love for the motherland and profound reverence for the sacrifices of the martyrs. The hardest part of creating such songs is making people understand that the current peaceful and prosperous era did not come easily. Every ordinary day is a precious gift bought with the lives of the martyrs.

This Cantonese version of “As Wished” was created with precisely such emotions. It is not just a song but a heartfelt confession of love for the motherland and a lofty tribute to the martyrs.

Musical Features#

The Cantonese version of “As Wished” maintains the original song’s deep emotional tone while incorporating the unique rhythmic beauty of Cantonese. Tangtang YuzeTang’s performance is heartfelt and infectious, expressing the song’s sentiments of home and country to the fullest.

The theme in the lyrics, “Cantonese songs for the mountains and rivers, a small reunion in a prosperous era,” reflects both the characteristics of Cantonese culture and expresses deep longing for the motherland’s unity and the people’s reunion.

Audience Response#

After its release on the Bilibili platform, this Cantonese version of “As Wished” gained widespread attention:

Viewers expressed that the song deeply moved them, evoking love for the motherland and yearning for a better life.

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