Opus 69
David Tao · 2009
62 min · 14 tracks · rock music
A vibrant fusion of rock and R&B that resonates with personal storytelling and intricate melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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暗戀 — This track captures the essence of unrequited love with its haunting melody, showcasing Tao's vocal range and emotional depth.
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我太傻 — A poignant ballad that highlights vulnerability, employing minimalist instrumentation that allows Tao's lyrics to take center stage.
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中國姑娘 — Incorporating traditional elements, this song reflects cultural pride while merging contemporary sounds, illustrating Tao's innovative approach to music.
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關於陶喆 — This self-referential track provides insight into Tao's artistic journey, blending autobiographical elements with catchy hooks.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and production, blending genres while maintaining a cohesive sound.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies, enhancing the emotional delivery of the lyrics.
- The running time includes interludes that shift the mood between more energetic songs and introspective ballads.
- 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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5/10
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
- intricate melodies with emotional depth
- short bursts of reflective moments
- playful rhythms inviting participation
- vibrant storytelling with personal flair
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward, repetitive beats
- want purely instrumental tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on August 21, 2009, 'Opus 69' marked David Tao's fifth studio album, coming after his commercially successful project 'The Great Leap'. By this point in his career, he had firmly established himself as a leading voice in Mandarin pop music, blending Western influences with local themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jay Chou· Eason Chan· Wang Leehom
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 願主憐憫 1:31
- 2 亂七∞糟 5:34
- 3 暗戀 4:59
- 4 Play 3:39
- 5 火鳥功 3:43
- 6 雪豹 4:39
- 7 關於陶喆 5:14
- 8 我太傻 4:20
- 9 請繼續，任性 3:19
- 10 中國姑娘 4:34
- 11 誰的奧斯卡？ 4:15
- 12 應徵愛 3:43
- 13 你的歌 4:38
- 14 桂冠英雄 8:05
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