Top tracks — play these first
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光の翼 Start here — This opening track encapsulates the album's ethereal quality, showcasing Wong's delicate vocal delivery layered over atmospheric instrumentation that sets the tone for the entire record.
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間違い電話 — The song combines introspective lyrics with a mesmerizing melody, illustrating Wong's ability to convey emotional depth while experimenting with trip-hop rhythms.
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心の路 — This track features a compelling blend of traditional melodies and modern beats, reflecting Wong's innovative approach to music that resonates throughout the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends ethereal melodies with trip-hop elements, showcasing Wong's unique vocal style and solidifying her influence in pop.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that maintain a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces slower ballads and more ambient soundscapes.
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies, with Wong's voice often treated with reverb to enhance the ethereal quality of the music.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with emotional depth
- introspective moments for quiet reflection
- haunting melodies for late nights
- dynamic journey with soothing transitions
- thoughtful listening during solitude
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant high-energy tracks
- prefer straightforward, upbeat songs
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album solidified her status in the Mandarin pop scene following her commercial peak.
- Themes
- dreamy soundscapes· introspective melodies· Asian pop fusion
- Career context
- Released on October 11, 2001, this self-titled album marked a significant point in Faye Wong's career following her commercial peak with the 1998 album 'Fable'. By this time, she had established herself as a leading figure in the Asian pop scene, blending various genres and influences into her unique sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cocteau Twins· Massive Attack· Portishead
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 光の翼 Start here 3:21
- 2 待って 3:27
- 3 間違い電話 3:12
- 4 時に愛は見かけ倒し 4:03
- 5 光陰 4:36
- 6 夜会 4:17
- 7 放浪の赤いダンスシューズ 4:15
- 8 あほう 4:32
- 9 二人のバイブル 4:23
- 10 一方通行 5:23
- 11 迷う心 4:09
- 12 カラー・ブラインド 3:16
- 13 不眠飛行 3:11
- 14 心の路 4:02
- 15 女王の新しいドレス 3:12
- 16 放浪の赤いダンスシューズ (ピアノ・ヴァージョン) 3:25
Disc 2
- 1 セパレイト・ウェイズ (オリジナル・ヴァージョン) 4:36
- 2 セパレイト・ウェイズ (オールマイティ・ミックス) 7:52
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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