In 2004, Zhang Jie rose to fame after winning the first season of My Show (我型我秀) and was signed to Shang Teng Universal. His first single, 北斗星的爱 (Love of the Plough) earned Zhang numerous 'Newcomer' awards, such as the Global Chinese Music Chart Most Popular Male Newcomer award. After the release of his second album, Love Me Again (再爱我一回), Zhang's music career was at stake due to the top management changes of the record company.
In 2007, Zhang decided to take part in Hunan TV's famous show Super Boy. Zhang, the third runner-up of the show signed a deal with EE-Media had released an EP in the same year, which significantly marked a fresh restart of his career. Zhang has been regarded as one of the leading singers in the Chinese music industry as well as the most popular idol of the young generation in the Mainland China. At age 32, he has already recorded over 10 hit albums since 2004 and throughout his career has released 8 top hit singles in China which have received an average of over 112 million plays,[1] with all of his concerts sold out. In January 2014, Zhang was invited to take part in I Am a Singer as the 'substitute' of Gary Chaw who was eliminated in Round 2 of Season 2. Although Zhang had not won the competition in the end, his performance has nevertheless won critical acclaim from many prominent musicians and singers and earned him a growing fan base. Zhang has been invited to perform in several major events such as CCTV Spring Festival Gala 2013 and Opening Ceremony of the Nanjing Youth Olympics 2014. In November 2014, Zhang was presented with the International Artist Award at the 2014 American Music Awards, making him the first Chinese singer who was awarded such award.
微笑
张杰 Lyrics
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鼓励那小小的我
曾经的伤痛变沉重
给我的没有对错
回忆起曾经的我
那些日子不好过
记忆苦涩的味道
没有人去拥抱
我想我快发酵
微笑 比什么都重要
世界还更美妙
原来的我 统统都不要
快跟我逃掉
骄傲 向全世界炫耀
就算没有人知道
我也要微笑
天空变的灰蒙蒙
鼓励那小小的我
曾经的伤痛变沉重
给我的没有对错
回忆起曾经的我
那些日子不好过
记忆苦涩的味道
没有人去拥抱
放下昨天的烦恼
我想我快发酵
微笑 比什么都重要
世界还更美妙
原来的我 统统都不要
快跟我逃掉
骄傲 向全世界炫耀
就算没有人知道
至少我还拥有我的微笑
我已学会微笑
向着天空大叫
自由又会给我拥抱
带着双脚 奔向我的美丽城堡
骄傲 向全世界炫耀
世界有我多好
带着微笑向明天起跑
The lyrics of 张杰's song 微笑 convey a message of inner strength, resilience, and positivity in the face of adversity. The opening lines describe a gloomy sky, symbolizing difficult times, but there is encouragement for the singer, who is depicted as small yet determined. The past pain and burdens feel heavy, but there is a sense of acceptance that there is no right or wrong in the experiences one goes through. The memories of tough days are bitter and there seems to be a lack of comfort in the form of support or embraces from others.
As the lyrics progress, there is a shift towards a more hopeful outlook. The singer expresses a desire to let go of the troubles of the past, feeling a need for personal growth and change. The idea of "fermenting" suggests a process of transformation and renewal. The emphasis on the importance of smiling is highlighted, suggesting that it holds more value than anything else. There is a longing to escape from the past and the old self, embracing a new perspective that values pride and the ability to showcase one's happiness and resilience to the world, regardless of whether others notice or acknowledge it.
The repetition of the image of the gray sky and the encouragement for the singer continue, reinforcing the idea of pushing through difficult times. The act of smiling is portrayed as a powerful gesture that can make the world seem more wonderful. The singer rejects their former self entirely, seeking a fresh start free from past burdens and regrets. Despite the potential loneliness in this journey, there is a determination to hold on to one's smile as a personal possession and source of strength.
The conclusion of the song signals a transformation in the singer's mindset. They declare that they have learned to smile and express a newfound sense of freedom and empowerment. There is a declaration of independence and a sense of self-assurance as they run towards their own beautiful castle of dreams and aspirations. The lyrics convey a message of confidence and self-worth, with the singer proudly showcasing their happiness to the world and embracing the future with a smile on their face. It encapsulates a journey of personal growth, resilience, and the ability to find beauty and joy in the face of challenges.
Line by Line Meaning
天空变的灰蒙蒙
As the sky turns gloomy gray
鼓励那小小的我
Encouraging the little me
曾经的伤痛变沉重
Past wounds grow heavier
给我的没有对错
There's no right or wrong for me
回忆起曾经的我
Recalling the past me
那些日子不好过
Those days were hard to bear
记忆苦涩的味道
The bitter taste of memories
没有人去拥抱
No one to embrace
放下昨天的烦恼
Let go of yesterday's troubles
我想我快发酵
I feel like I'm close to fermenting
微笑 比什么都重要
A smile is more important than anything
世界还更美妙
The world is even more beautiful
原来的我 统统都不要
I reject my former self completely
快跟我逃掉
Hurry and escape with me
骄傲 向全世界炫耀
Proudly show off to the whole world
就算没有人知道
Even if no one knows
至少我还拥有我的微笑
At least I still have my smile
我已学会微笑
I have learned how to smile
向着天空大叫
Shouting towards the sky
自由又会给我拥抱
Freedom will embrace me again
带着双脚 奔向我的美丽城堡
With my feet, I run towards my beautiful castle
世界有我多好
How wonderful is the world with me
带着微笑向明天起跑
Starting tomorrow with a smile
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