Literature Reference: It is said that Manzi was a person, and the song was only completed when he was about to face execution. From 'Listening to Songs: Six Quatrains, He Manzi' by Bai Juyi.
临: Presence, albeit fleeting. It describes a person's demeanor, aura, and the intangible yet palpable atmosphere they exude.
曲: Rhyming verses, melodic songs.
Meaning: The phrase implies creating music or poetry at a crucial or special moment, symbolizing depth and genuine emotion.