Nothing is permanent, let a new chapter begin!

A song written in 2010 to commemorate the end of the space shuttle program, sung by one of my favorite singers Hacken Lee. But the key message emphasizes the impermanence of all things (however wonderful they may be), and to be accepting of whatever happens. So many layers of meaning, truly. I love this song.

English translation for non-Cantonese speakers:

(In 1972, the first space shuttle Columbia rose to the sky) 
It rose its head to the sky, waiting for the count-down
Children prayed next to the news broadcast
With the journey to the sky, it carried the dreams of millions
The symbol that we could rise above the sky,
It will now be retired into its grave on the ground
One generation of man, 
In the blink of an eye,
We've all become old.

You, completed your mission and made your mark
Now you will pass the days slowly, taking walks with your beloved children
The pride you had in crossing the skies
Is now spent on coping with life's count-downs
You, don't be angry that with age we deteriorate with time
Bringing up the anger from the past in a self-abusing way
The new age is still awaiting for your contribution
So leave behind your uniform and the space rocket,
The next journey is here~!

(In 1986, the Challenger destructed in its ascent)
He, just like the destroyed Challenger
Completed his mission in history and alighted from the train (of life)
But his blood and sweat, showed the way for millions of new Challengers
He, shed his shadow in the setting sun
Left in his legacy the passion that will continue into eternity
Flying away, 
Into the sky,
That bravery of the explorer~!

You, completed your mission and left your mark
Now you will pass the days slowly, taking walks with your beloved children
The pride you had in crossing the skies
Is now spent on coping with life's count-downs
You, don't be angry that with age we deteriorate with time
Bringing up with regret that you would like to stroll in space again
The new age is awaiting for your contribution
So leave behind your uniform and the space rocket,
The next journey is here~!

Doing what you can is already good enough,
Let a new chapter begin~!