A combined effort of poetry recitation by various celebrities.
More emphasis was placed on the invitation of a group of artists, to enhance the quality and content of this album, rather than on Jiang Mei Qi's comeback after a year's break from the music scene. The cover of this album, definitely brings our attention to Jiang Mei Qi's more revealing image too.
The opening track 晴天娃娃, was brightly welcomed by the innocent and adorable voice of May Wu, the daughter of well-known musician Sky Wu. Enjoyable and descriptive lyrics, stood out amidst the humble melody of the song.
In 那年的情书, the emotive lyrics penned by Yao Qian, accompanied by Rene Liu's captivating recital at the beginning, has successfully set up a nostalgic atmosphere for audiences. Uncomplicated musical arrangements, focused and depended solely on Jiang Mei Qi's attractive and moving vocals to lead listeners down the memory lane, a search for heartfelt relationships in the past. Compared to other artists, the uniqueness and flexibility of Jiang Mei Qi's vocals, has allowed her to stand out, and become noticeable easily.
Adore the arrangement of background vocals of her duet with No Name, 是否这就是爱情, beaming of happiness and sweetness of love. Shui Hai Xiang Xin 谁还相信, definitely my personal favourite for this album, is filled with apprehensive emotions when falling into the hugs of love. The cello performance at the beginning, leads audiences into a comfortable, a tint of lullaby affected environment. Produced by local musician, Li Wei Song, whom she has worked with previously in her compilation album last year.
Taiwanese producer, Jonathan Lee, has also lend his hand in 芥末不辣, strumming his forte musical instrument - guitar. Enjoyed Jiang Mei Qi's rock style in the chorus segment, carefree and effortless performance, leaving an unforgettable impression. 我心似海洋 was one of her theme songs for the theatre work which she has participated in during her break from the music scene. For ballads, she definitely have no problem in melting the hearts of her audiences, with her clear and sentimental vocals. Another dynamic theatrical feel was instilled in 父亲你是安静的. Dramatic musical experience, orchestral arrangement, strong and steady vocal performance by her, to end the whole album with a powerful impact.
Tap dance arrangement and performance in 我爱夏卡尔 is not a new concept, since it was previously used in Stefanie Sun's 绿光 which brought about a tap dance trend and craze during the release 4 years ago. Unlike the latter, Jiang Mei Qi's version is less upbeat, but more cheerful, bringing audiences into a magical fairy tale journey.
On the whole, each song has a particular distinctive theme which is rather pleasing and compromising when put together. Hopefully her stay in Virgin Music, will allow her to venture into more experimental genres of music, and at the same time, gain greater recognition and popularity from audiences.
