"Zhi Ai Xi Jing" (translated as "Only Love the Westbound Journey") was originally performed by (洪楗華) as the theme song for the 1996 TVB television series Journey to the West . The lyrics were penned by the legendary lyricist Lin Xi (林夕) and explore Buddhist themes of detachment, karma, and the pursuit of enlightenment. Lyric Breakdown & Meaning
The song blends traditional Chinese musical elements with 90s pop, featuring lyrics that quote directly from the Diamond Sutra ("All conditioned phenomena are like dreams, illusions, bubbles, shadows...") and the Heart Sutra ("Form is emptiness, emptiness is form"). "Zhi Ai Xi Jing" (translated as "Only Love
The specific lines you referenced are deeply philosophical, reflecting the journey of the character and the quest for the scriptures: "Zhi Ai Xi Jing" (translated as "Only Love