The 18 Martial Arts
Wang Leehom · 2010
39 min · 11 tracks · contemporary R&B
A vibrant fusion of R&B, hip-hop, and traditional Chinese sounds creating a contemporary sonic landscape that bridges cultures.
Top tracks — play these first
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十八般武藝 — This title track showcases Wang's signature blend of modern pop with traditional Chinese musical elements, making it emblematic of his artistic vision.
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你不知道的事 (電影「戀愛通告」主題曲) — As the theme song for a popular film, this track highlights Wang's ability to create emotionally resonant ballads that connect with audiences on multiple levels.
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柴米油鹽醬醋茶 — This track cleverly incorporates everyday themes into its lyrics, reflecting Wang's unique storytelling style and appeal to listeners' daily lives.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively fuses R&B and traditional sounds, but its pacing and cohesion vary across tracks.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that incorporates traditional Chinese instruments alongside modern beats, setting a vibrant tone.
- The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, creating a reflective mood that contrasts with the earlier upbeat songs.
- 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
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
- cultural celebration through sound
- playful rhythms for social gatherings
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- uplifting melodies for joyful moments
- dynamic transitions keep engagement
Maybe skip if you
- seeking slow, introspective pieces
- prefer lengthy musical explorations
Where this album fits
- Career context
- The 18 Martial Arts marks Wang Leehom's return to music following his 2008 album, Heartbeat. By this time, he had firmly established himself as a leading figure in the Asian pop scene, blending Western and Eastern musical elements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jay Chou· Khalil Fong· Jolin Tsai
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dragon Dance 2:03
- 2 杜 U ♥ Me 3:15
- 3 十八般武藝 3:50
- 4 你不知道的事 (電影「戀愛通告」主題曲) 4:39
- 5 伯牙絕弦 (電影「戀愛通告」概念主題曲) 3:47
- 6 柴米油鹽醬醋茶 3:52
- 7 美 3:27
- 8 需要人陪 4:11
- 9 天涯海角 4:37
- 10 你不知道的事 (宋曉青版本) 1:06
- 11 自己人 4:26
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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