Top tracks — play these first
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王妃 — This track showcases Hsiao's powerful vocals and emotional delivery, setting the tone for the album's exploration of love and longing.
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我不會愛 — With its catchy melody and relatable lyrics about unrequited love, this song became a fan favorite and exemplifies Hsiao's ability to convey deep emotions.
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愛過了頭 — The song features a blend of pop and R&B influences, highlighting Hsiao's versatility as an artist while addressing themes of heartbreak and introspection.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends traditional and contemporary elements but lacks standout depth in composition.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features predominantly upbeat tracks, while the second half shifts to slower ballads, creating a noticeable contrast.
- Several tracks incorporate traditional instruments alongside modern pop production, blending old and new styles.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. 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
- steady pacing for relaxed enjoyment
- heartfelt ballads for emotional connection
- catchy melodies for sing-along moments
- consistent flow for easy listening
- vibrant energy for uplifting moods
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Its chart success expanded Hsiao's recognition and established him as a prominent Taiwanese pop artist.
- Career context
- Released on July 17, 2009, 'Princess' was Jam Hsiao's debut studio album following his successful stint on the reality show 'One Million Star'. At this point in his career, Hsiao was transitioning from a television personality to a recording artist, gaining significant attention for his vocal prowess.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 王妃 3:41
- 2 我不會愛 4:07
- 3 阿飛的小蝴蝶 4:16
- 4 善男信女 4:30
- 5 Say a Lil Something 3:29
- 6 愛遊戲 3:50
- 7 小男孩 大男人 3:35
- 8 會痛的石頭 4:48
- 9 愛過了頭 4:25
- 10 Green Door 3:18
- 11 給愛人 3:46
- 12 寂寞還是你 3:39
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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