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Released 30 years ago

Red

Leslie Cheung · 1996

46 min · 12 tracks · cantopop

A vibrant blend of cantopop melodies infused with emotive storytelling and lush orchestral arrangements.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady emotional storytelling arc
  • intimate moments of reflection
  • vibrant melodies for late nights
  • cathartic release of longing

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat party tracks
  • prefer standalone singles only

Where this album fits

Career context
Upon the release of 'Red' in 1996, Leslie Cheung was already a prominent figure in Cantopop, having achieved significant commercial success with previous albums. This record was pivotal as it showcased a mature sound and deeper lyrical themes, following his breakthrough album 'Only Love' from 1995. It marked a phase of artistic evolution for Cheung as he began to explore more personal and introspective material.
Stylistic neighbors
Anita Mui· Jacky Cheung· Faye Wong

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Prologue [紅] 0:12
  • 2 Boulevard of Broken Dreams 3:35
  • 3 偷情 Love by Stealth 4:56
  • 4 有心人 A Man of Intention 5:11
  • 5 還有誰 Who Else? 3:24
  • 6 談情說愛 Whispers of Love 3:52
  • 7 你我之間 You and Me 4:10
  • 8 怨男 Grieving Man 3:40
  • 9 怪你過分美麗 Blamefully Beautiful 4:56
  • 10 不想擁抱我的人 The One Who Doesn’t Want to Hold Me 3:51
  • 11 意猶未盡 Longing for More 3:42
  • 12 紅 Red 4:42

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