KAREN MOK 莫文蔚

RU GUO MEI YOU NI 如果没有你

Released on 04/2006

SONY BMG

This album is definitely one of my favourite albums in 2006. For most, I think the bulky package may put some people off in purchasing this album, as it comes in an box, a bit smaller than A4 size. 4 years since the last release of a Mandarin album, Karen's distinctive vocals remains as the main attraction. Even though, [Shou 手] composed by Tanya Chua did not came out as a major hit as compared to the success of [Ai 爱], this high quality album would not disappoint her fans considering the long wait for this release. [Yi Ge Ren Shui 一个人睡] showcases her techniques and versatility as an award winning female vocalist. [Ru Guo Mei You Ni 如果没有你 ], bares some resemblances to [Ni Gei Wo Duo Shao Shi Jian 你给我多少时间], happens to be the most popular karaoke song in this album. Liked the way she performed [Tian Mei Sheng Huo 甜美生活] with ease and perfection, and the musical arrangement amplified the uniqueness of her voice. 

Overall, this album works on the success formula which she has used in her last 2 Mandarin albums in SONY BMG. 

My opinion: Karen really needs some form of breakthrough, planned for the next album.  

Hopefully, the next wait will not be that long again. B+