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Joanna & 王若琳

Joanna Wang

72 min · 20 tracks

A whimsical blend of folk-infused melodies and introspective lyrics, reflecting a cross-cultural narrative between English and Mandarin.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Tikiville (英文版) — This track embodies the album's playful spirit with its catchy melody and whimsical lyrics that explore themes of nostalgia and childhood innocence.
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    Maybe Some Other Time (英文版) — With its reflective lyrics and mellow instrumentation, this song captures the bittersweet essence of longing and missed opportunities, resonating deeply with listeners.
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    Vincent — A tribute to Vincent van Gogh, this track features lush arrangements that complement Wang’s emotive vocals, showcasing her ability to fuse art with music seamlessly.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • whimsical storytelling through song
  • introspective reflections on love
  • playful melodies for easy listening
  • gentle pacing for relaxed moments
  • multi-language exploration of emotions

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking fast-paced energy
  • prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2009, Joanna & 王若琳 marked Joanna Wang's transition into a more mature sound following her debut album, Start from Here. This album showcases her growth as an artist, blending Western and Eastern influences while gaining recognition in both the Taiwanese and international music scenes.
Stylistic neighbors
Faye Wong· Lisa Hannigan· Sufjan Stevens

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Maybe Some Other Time (英文版)

    The bridge introduces an introspective shift where the subject confronts their past choices with a sense of resignation.

    This moment shifts the tone of the song, transforming it from mere longing to a deeper exploration of regret and acceptance.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Tikiville (英文版) 3:52
  • 2 Maybe Some Other Time (英文版) 3:50
  • 3 Vincent 5:28
  • 4 一種念頭 4:37
  • 5 我的愛 3:43
  • 6 Times of Your Life 3:15
  • 7 Tikiville (中文版) 3:53
  • 8 Aubrey 4:08
  • 9 Maybe Some Other Time (中文版) 3:48
  • 10 玫瑰玫瑰我愛你 2:26

Disc 2

  • 1 Adult Crap 3:39
  • 2 I Guess I'm Paranoid 2:57
  • 3 Longing for Romance 3:27
  • 4 His Remedy 3:17
  • 5 Nobody's A Nun 3:08
  • 6 Even If We Did 4:47
  • 7 How I Feel About Businessmen 2:15
  • 8 Man 2:21
  • 9 Palpitation 3:39
  • 10 I'm Pathetic Enough 3:45

What to play next

Start from Here
Listen next

Start from Here

2008
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