Why this album works
The album helped establish Faye Wong as a prominent figure in Cantopop and laid the groundwork for her later success. Its combination of contemporary sounds and emotive storytelling resonated with listeners, contributing to the emergence of a new wave of female artists in the genre during the late '80s.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments introspective lyrics for deep thinking ethereal melodies for evening relaxation
- Context
- Released in 1989, 'Shirley Wong' was Faye Wong's debut album, marking her entry into the music scene after transitioning from a brief career in acting. This album set the foundation for her signature style, combining Western influences with traditional Chinese elements, which would later define her multifaceted career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Fantastic Plastic Machine· Towa Tei· Jazzanova
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 無奈那天 Standout 4:57
- 2 藉口 4:39
- 3 有緣的話 Standout 3:41
- 4 溫柔的手 3:51
- 5 尾班車 5:24
- 6 未平復的心 4:03
- 7 仍是舊句子 3:38
- 8 中間人 4:28
- 9 愛聽謊言 4:12
- 10 新生 Standout 3:43
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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