There are few songs in Chinese music history as universally beloved and emotionally resonant as The Moon Represents My Heart (Chinese translation: 月亮代表我的心, Yuèliàng Dàibiǎo Wǒ de Xīn).
What makes a song unforgettable? It’s that rare magic that lets it transcend time, space, language, and culture — and The Moon Represents My Heart does exactly that. Teresa Teng’s iconic version transformed a simple love ballad into a cross-generational treasure, proving her own words true: “Wherever there are Chinese people, there is Teresa Teng’s music.” This timeless classic continues to bridge hearts across continents, just as it did when her voice carried its melody into the world.
So rather than just hearing a melody, listeners across the world feel a story — tender, nostalgic, and deeply human.
And I don’t know about you, but every time I hear this song, I’m instantly transported to a simpler, more sincere time — the late ’70s and ’80s — when high-tech distractions weren’t everywhere, and people connected face-to-face more often. The imagery it stirs in my mind is all soft, nostalgic yellow tones, like an old film reel.
Maybe for you, it brings back memories of your own version of that time — a slower pace, handwritten letters, or dancing with someone special in the living room. This song taps into that warmth, reminding us what genuine connection feels like.
Though it is a Chinese song, The Moon Represents My Heart has reached global audiences. It has been covered in various languages including English, Japanese, and Korean. International artists and Chinese learners alike attempt to capture its beauty, often as a way to connect more deeply with Chinese culture. Many Chinese parents and grandparents still consider it the most romantic song ever written.
Whether you’re learning Chinese through music, trying to understand what this beautiful love song really means, or just searching for the lyrics to sing or play on piano, guitar, or ukulele — you’re in the right place.
So grab your headphones, warm up your voice (or your instrument), and let’s get started!
The Lyrics and Their Meaning
The lyrics of The Moon Represents My Heart might seem simple at first glance — but wow, do they carry weight.
They express a kind of love that’s steady, heartfelt, and quietly powerful.
It’s not about grand romantic gestures or over-the-top declarations — it’s about real, lasting emotion that stays with you.
For Die-Hard Teresa Teng Fans (邓丽君 Dèng Lìjūn):
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- “Sweet Honey” (甜蜜蜜 Tián Mì Mì)
- “I Only Care About You” (我只在乎你 Wǒ Zhǐ Zàihu Nǐ)
- “When Will You Return?” (何日君再来 Hé Rì Jūn Zàilái)
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Full Lyrics with Pinyin and English Translation
你问我爱你有多深， Nǐ wèn wǒ ài nǐ yǒu duō shēn You ask how deep my love for you is
我爱你有几分。 Wǒ ài nǐ yǒu jǐ fēn How much I really love you
我的情也真， Wǒ de qíng yě zhēn My feelings are real
我的爱也真， Wǒ de ài yě zhēn My love is real
月亮代表我的心。 Yuèliàng dàibiǎo wǒ de xīn The moon represents my heart
你问我爱你有多深， Nǐ wèn wǒ ài nǐ yǒu duō shēn You ask how deep my love for you is
我爱你有几分。 Wǒ ài nǐ yǒu jǐ fēn How much I really love you
我的情不移， Wǒ de qíng bù yí My feelings will not change
我的爱不变， Wǒ de ài bù biàn My love stays the same
月亮代表我的心。 Yuèliàng dàibiǎo wǒ de xīn The moon represents my heart
轻轻的一个吻， Qīng qīng de yī gè wěn Just one gentle kiss
已经打动我的心。 Yǐ jīng dǎ dòng wǒ de xīn Already moved my heart
深深的一段情， Shēn shēn de yī duàn qíng A deep relationship
教我思念到如今。 Jiào wǒ sī niàn dào rú jīn Makes me long for you to this day
你问我爱你有多深， Nǐ wèn wǒ ài nǐ yǒu duō shēn You ask how deep my love for you is
我爱你有几分。 Wǒ ài nǐ yǒu jǐ fēn How much I really love you
你去想一想， Nǐ qù xiǎng yī xiǎng Think it over
你去看一看， Nǐ qù kàn yī kàn Take a look
月亮代表我的心。 Yuèliàng dàibiǎo wǒ de xīn The moon represents my heart
轻轻的一个吻， Qīng qīng de yī gè wěn Just one gentle kiss
已经打动我的心。 Yǐ jīng dǎ dòng wǒ de xīn Already moved my heart
深深的一段情， Shēn shēn de yī duàn qíng A deep relationship
教我思念到如今。 Jiào wǒ sī niàn dào rú jīn Makes me long for you to this day
你问我爱你有多深， Nǐ wèn wǒ ài nǐ yǒu duō shēn You ask how deep my love for you is
我爱你有几分。 Wǒ ài nǐ yǒu jǐ fēn How much I really love you
你去想一想， Nǐ qù xiǎng yī xiǎng Think it over
你去看一看， Nǐ qù kàn yī kàn Take a look
月亮代表我的心。 Yuèliàng dàibiǎo wǒ de xīn The moon represents my heart
你去想一想， Nǐ qù xiǎng yī xiǎng Think it over
你去看一看， Nǐ qù kàn yī kàn Take a look
月亮代表我的心。 Yuèliàng dàibiǎo wǒ de xīn The moon represents my heart
These lines use poetic imagery — a hallmark of Chinese expression. The moon, a longstanding symbol in Chinese poetry, represents longing, constancy, and the quiet beauty of love.
If you’re a Cantonese speaker or a fan of Canto-pop, you’re in luck — here’s the full set of lyrics in traditional characters as commonly sung in Cantonese versions:
你問我愛你有多深， 我愛你有幾分， 我的情也真， 我的愛也真， 月亮代表我的心。
你問我愛你有多深， 我愛你有幾分。 我的情不移， 我的愛不變， 月亮代表我的心。
輕輕的一個吻， 已經打動我的心。 深深的一段情， 教我思念到如今。
你問我愛你有多深， 我愛你有幾分。 你去想一想， 你去看一看， 月亮代表我的心。
輕輕的一個吻， 已經打動我的心。 深深的一段情， 教我思念到如今。
你問我愛你有多深， 我愛你有幾分。 你去想一想， 你去看一看， 月亮代表我的心。你去想一想， 你去看一看， 月亮代表我的心。
Final Thoughts
The Moon Represents My Heart isn’t just a love song. It’s a cultural bridge, an emotional time capsule, and a masterclass in lyrical simplicity. As it continues to touch hearts across generations and borders, it reminds us that true love can be felt, shared, and sung — even with just a few words and the light of the moon.
Whether you’re learning Chinese, exploring global music, or simply looking for a song that speaks to the soul, this one is worth every listen.
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