Why this album works
The album was critically acclaimed, earning Wong recognition beyond the Chinese-speaking world and influencing a generation of artists in the trip hop genre. It featured prominently in charts across Asia, with tracks like "催眠" receiving significant radio play, contributing to Wong's ongoing legacy as a pioneer of blending Western musical influences with Eastern sensibilities.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective flow haunting vocals for introspection atmospheric soundscape for solitude
- Context
- Lovers & Strangers marked Faye Wong's transition into the mainstream after her previous work in the Cantopop scene. Released in 1999, it followed her successful album, Fu Zao (1998), further establishing her unique sound and artistic identity. This album was pivotal as it showcased her exploration into more experimental genres, solidifying her status as a leading figure in Asian pop music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Fantastic Plastic Machine· Towa Tei· Jazzanova
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 開到荼蘼 Standout 5:13
- 2 當時的月亮 3:51
- 3 催眠 Standout 4:26
- 4 只愛陌生人 Standout 3:41
- 5 百年孤寂 5:17
- 6 蝴蝶 3:57
- 7 過眼雲煙 4:06
- 8 嗶一聲之後 4:14
- 9 推翻 4:23
- 10 精彩 4:46
- 11 守望麥田 5:18
- 12 郵差 4:20
- 13 開到荼蘼 (remix version) 3:45
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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