Love Love Love
1. Why This Song Is Perfect for Learning Chinese
1999 dreamy classic with philosophical lyrics about searching for love in a cynical world. Khalil Fong‘s airy voice and simple repetition make it easy to sing along. Great for intermediate learners who want emotional and poetic vocabulary.
2. Cultural & Emotional Background
The song questions whether love still exists in a modern, materialistic world. “翻开辞海找不到爱” became a famous line among 90s youth. Faye Wong’s ethereal style defined the “仙气” (fairy-like) aesthetic in C-pop. It’s often used in dramas and covers. Many fans see it as an anthem for hopeless romantics.
3. Key Excerpts & Breakdown
Opening
有一天翻开辞海找不到爱
Translation: “One day I opened the dictionary and couldn’t find love”
Chorus
花不开 树不摆 还是更畅快
Translation: “Flowers don’t bloom, trees don’t sway – but it feels freer”
Philosophy
我爱故我在
Translation: “I love, therefore I am”
Final
都为了爱爱爱
Translation: “All for love love love”
4. Partial English Translation
One day the dictionary has no word for love.
Flowers don’t bloom, trees don’t sway – but it feels freer.
Love is still expected, loneliness still hurts.
I love, therefore I am.
5. Useful Vocabulary & Phrases
| Pinyin | Chinese | English |
|---|---|---|
| cí hǎi | 辞海 | dictionary |
| chàng kuài | 畅快 | carefree |
| gù | 故 | therefore |
| ài ài ài | 爱爱爱 | love love love |
| gū dān | 孤单 | lonely |
6. Grammar & Patterns
- 有一天 + verb = one day (future)
- 还是 + positive = but still better
7. Listening & Shadowing Tips
Faye’s airy voice is perfect for pronunciation practice.