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After

Sammi Cheng · 1995

43 min · 10 tracks · cantopop

Melodic cantopop ballads intertwine emotional vulnerability with lush instrumentation, creating a captivating listening experience.

Top tracks — play these first

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    折翼天使 Start here — This opening track sets the emotional tone for the album with soaring melodies and poignant lyrics about heartbreak and resilience, reflecting Cheng's strengths as a vocalist.
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    傷心之旅 — The song features a haunting arrangement that complements its themes of love lost, showcasing Cheng's ability to convey deep emotions through her performance.
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    願意不願意 — This track stands out with its catchy hook and relatable lyrics about indecision in love, making it a quintessential cantopop anthem.
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    女人不再幼稚 — With its empowering message about maturity and self-awareness, this song resonates strongly with listeners and highlights Cheng's evolution as an artist.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo emotional flow
  • poignant moments of introspection
  • heartfelt ballads for reflection
  • uplifting tracks for emotional release

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking high-energy excitement
  • prefer short standalone songs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1995, After marked Sammi Cheng's emergence as a leading figure in the cantopop scene following her successful debut album in 1994. This album solidified her popularity, showcasing her vocal range and emotional depth during a time when the genre was evolving and gaining mainstream appeal.
Stylistic neighbors
Gigi Leung· Faye Wong· Eason Chan

Tracklist

  • 1 折翼天使 Start here 4:38
  • 2 傷心之旅 4:53
  • 3 內心戲 4:13
  • 4 願意不願意 3:28
  • 5 I’d Never Let U Go 4:32
  • 6 獨個在傷感的角落 3:51
  • 7 一見心醉 4:33
  • 8 愛的極品 4:23
  • 9 女人不再幼稚 4:05
  • 10 再見 4:39

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