Teresa Teng's "Picking Water Chestnuts" vinyl record is being bought up at a high price in Hong Kong.

"Picking Water Chestnuts" is a song with a Chinese folk music style, incorporating Jiangsu dialect. The lyrics were written by the renowned lyricist Di Yi (also known as Chen Dieyi), and the music was composed by Yao Min. The lyrics depict a loving couple picking water chestnuts in a water town in southern China. The song was first sung by Xia Dan and Jiang Hong in 1961 and later became a classic.

In 1966, Teresa Teng distinguished herself in an important singing competition with her rendition of "Picking Water Chestnuts," showcasing her unique voice and performance skills. In 1968, the song was included in Teresa Teng's album "Teresa Teng's Songs, Volume 9," further solidifying her position in the Chinese music scene.

lyrics:

The red water chestnuts by the lake are so beautiful, the girls picking them smile so sweetly, the water ripples gently, and the soft boat songs drift in the blue sky.

Picking water chestnuts, picking water chestnuts, basket after basket of them! Their sweet fragrance is intoxicating, bringing happiness and joy.

The red water chestnuts by the lake are so beautiful, the girls picking them smile so sweetly, the water ripples gently, and the soft boat songs drift in the blue sky.

Picking water chestnuts, picking water chestnuts, basket after basket of them! Their sweet fragrance is intoxicating, bringing happiness and joy.

The red water chestnuts by the lake are so beautiful, the girls picking them smile so sweetly, the water ripples gently, and the soft boat songs drift in the blue sky.

Picking water chestnuts, picking water chestnuts, basket after basket of them! Their sweet fragrance is intoxicating, bringing happiness and joy.

Picking water chestnuts, picking water chestnuts brings happiness and joy.

"Picking Water Chestnuts" incorporates elements of Chinese folk music, especially Jiangsu melodies, giving the song a strong local flavor. The lyrics depict the beautiful scenery of the Jiangnan water towns, expressing the joy of labor and the happiness of life. Teresa Teng's gentle and sweet voice perfectly captures the song's essence, leaving the listener captivated.