Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels long, immersive listening sessions introspective and reflective moods
- Context
- In 2016, Joker Xue was solidifying his status as a leading figure in the Chinese mandopop scene with 'Beginner', his fifth studio album. This release followed his commercial success with 'Dust of Time' (2015), showcasing his growth as a songwriter and performer while appealing to a broader audience.
- If you like
- mandopop
- What next
- The Crossing — Continues the emotive themes with a blend of modern and traditional sounds.
Beginner is an album by Joker Xue, released in 2016. A rich tapestry of emotive melodies and introspective lyrics, bridging traditional mandopop with modern sensibilities. 'Beginner' marked a significant moment in Joker Xue's career, debuting at number one on the Billboard China V Chart and further popularizing his sound. The album received critical acclaim for its lyrical depth and production quality, contributing to the evolution of contemporary mandopop. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Beginner sound like?
A rich tapestry of emotive melodies and introspective lyrics, bridging traditional mandopop with modern sensibilities. Rooted in mandopop.
What makes Beginner by Joker Xue notable?
'Beginner' marked a significant moment in Joker Xue's career, debuting at number one on the Billboard China V Chart and further popularizing his sound. The album received critical acclaim for its lyrical depth and production quality, contributing to the evolution of contemporary mandopop. In 2016, Joker Xue was solidifying his status as a leading figure in the Chinese mandopop scene with 'Beginner', his fifth studio album. This release followed his commercial success with 'Dust of Time' (2015), showcasing his growth as a songwriter and performer while appealing to a broader audience.
Who is Beginner for?
Beginner works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, long, immersive listening sessions and introspective and reflective moods.
How many songs are on Beginner?
Beginner has 10 tracks, running approximately 46 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 初学者 4:40
- 2 刚刚好 Standout 4:10
- 3 我好像在哪见过你 4:39
- 4 演员 Standout 4:22
- 5 绅士 3:50
- 6 一半 4:46
- 7 小孩 5:25
- 8 Stay Here 5:01
- 9 花儿和少年 4:22
- 10 下雨了 Standout 5:03
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