Castle cover

Castle

Jolin Tsai · 2004

46 min · 11 tracks · EDM · dance-pop · mandopop

A vibrant mix of catchy pop hooks and electronic beats that define early 2000s C-pop.

Why this album works

'Castle' quickly became a commercial success, topping charts across Asia and contributing to Jolin's rise as a major pop icon. The album's blend of dance-pop and mandopop resonated with audiences, resulting in multiple hit singles that cemented her influence on the genre during the early 2000s.
Best for
steady flow for casual listening catchy anthems for sing-alongs vibrant energy for upbeat moments
Context
When 'Castle' was released in February 2004, Jolin Tsai was transitioning from her breakthrough album 'Magic' (2003) into a phase of commercial dominance in the Asian pop scene. This album solidified her status as a leading figure in C-pop, showcasing her evolving sound and increasing confidence as an artist.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 愛情三十六計 Standout 3:35
  • 2 就是愛 4:18
  • 3 檸檬草的味道 Standout 4:32
  • 4 海盜 Standout 4:37
  • 5 始作俑者 4:36
  • 6 Love Love Love 3:49
  • 7 消失的城堡 4:10
  • 8 乖貓 3:32
  • 9 第一優先 3:34
  • 10 倒帶 4:25
  • 11 愛情三十六計Remix版 5:00

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