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Curse of the Golden Flower

Jay Chou · 2006

54 min · 13 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop

A vibrant blend of traditional Chinese melodies and modern pop sensibilities, layered with intricate production.

Why this album works

'Curse of the Golden Flower' not only topped charts across Asia but also served as a soundtrack for the film of the same name directed by Zhang Yimou. The album's fusion of genres and innovative lyrical themes contributed to Chou's reputation as a pioneer in blending Eastern and Western musical influences, earning him multiple awards and critical acclaim.
Best for
dynamic flow with varied intensity wave-like pacing that captivates rich emotional landscapes throughout
Context
Released on January 1, 2006, 'Curse of the Golden Flower' arrived during Jay Chou's peak commercial phase following his celebrated album 'Still Fantasy' (2006). This EP reflects his continuous evolution in merging Chinese cultural elements with contemporary music styles, further solidifying his status as a leading figure in Mandopop.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 黃金甲 3:35
  • 2 菊花台 (杰倫鋼琴演奏版) 4:10

Disc 2

  • 1 黃金甲 3:40
  • 2 夜的第七章 (OT: 二個寂寞) 3:49
  • 3 聽媽媽的話 Standout 4:27
  • 4 千里之外 Standout 4:32
  • 5 本草綱目 3:47
  • 6 退後 5:04
  • 7 紅模仿 3:05
  • 8 心雨 4:28
  • 9 白色風車 4:45
  • 10 迷迭香 4:22
  • 11 菊花台 Standout 4:55

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