Top tracks — play these first
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淚海 — This title track features a haunting melody paired with poignant lyrics about heartbreak, encapsulating the emotional core of the album.
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放聲大哭 — The song captures raw vulnerability through its powerful vocal delivery, making it a standout moment that resonates deeply with listeners who have experienced loss.
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後來你好嗎 — This track showcases Hsu's ability to blend melancholy with hope, reflecting on past relationships while maintaining an uplifting musical backdrop.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady emotional unfolding experience
- introspective moments of longing
- suitable for reflective solitude
- melodic layers that invite immersion
- consistent pacing for deep listening
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer upbeat, high-energy tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Tear Sea is Valen Hsu's debut album, released in 1996 when she was just beginning to establish herself in the C-pop scene. Following her participation in various singing competitions, this album marked her entry into the mainstream music industry, setting the stage for her subsequent popularity in Taiwan and beyond.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Faye Wong· Jolin Tsai· Gigi Leung
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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淚海
The imagery shifts from vast oceans to intimate reflections on personal pain creates a profound sense of longing.
This juxtaposition deepens the emotional narrative, shifting the focus from external circumstances to internal struggles.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 淚海 5:03
- 2 秘密 5:17
- 3 四季 4:05
- 4 放聲大哭 3:04
- 5 貓與鋼琴 5:16
- 6 沙漏 4:22
- 7 騙自己 4:35
- 8 後來你好嗎 3:53
- 9 我們的愛情病了 4:46
- 10 天亮了 5:02
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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