Xposed cover

Xposed

G.E.M. · 2012

39 min · 10 tracks · contemporary R&B

A vibrant fusion of pop and R&B, layered with emotional depth and G.E.M.'s soaring vocals.

Top tracks — play these first

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    泡沫 — This track showcases G.E.M.'s vocal range and emotional delivery, encapsulating the album's themes of love and loss through its poignant lyrics.
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    WHAT HAVE U DONE — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its catchy hook and dynamic production, highlighting G.E.M.'s ability to blend pop sensibilities with deeper emotional undertones.
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    Someday I’ll Fly — This song reflects aspirations and dreams, allowing G.E.M. to express vulnerability while maintaining an uplifting tone, resonating deeply with her audience.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

59 /100
Treeline
Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album blends energetic pop with emotional depth, showcasing strong vocals and varied production.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a vibrant tone, while the following tracks gradually introduce more emotional and introspective themes.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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 mid-tempo emotional flow
  • uplifting moments of self-reflection
  • for intimate gatherings
  • soothing background for creative work

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer fast-paced instant gratification
  • seek standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2012, 'Xposed' was G.E.M.'s second studio album, following her successful debut '18...' in 2010. At this point, she was rapidly gaining recognition across Asia for her unique sound and powerful voice, setting the stage for her subsequent rise to stardom.
Stylistic neighbors
A-Lin· Jolin Tsai· Faye Wong

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • 失真

    The bridge shifts perspective dramatically, revealing a moment of clarity amidst chaos that contrasts with the preceding verses.

    This shift not only enhances the emotional intensity but also provides a moment of introspection that deepens the song's impact.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 WHAT HAVE U DONE 3:36
  • 2 下一秒 (我們就要死掉) 3:12
  • 3 Someday I’ll Fly 3:51
  • 4 泡沫 4:18
  • 5 潛意式的殘酷 3:58
  • 6 OH BOY 3:04
  • 7 After Tonight 4:36
  • 8 失真 3:57
  • 9 奇蹟 3:51
  • 10 不存在的存在 5:04

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