Stefanie Sun has an older sister three years her senior called Sng Yee-kia (simplified Chinese: 孙燕佳; traditional Chinese: 孫燕佳; pinyin: Sūn Yànjiā), and a younger sister six years her junior named Sng Ee-mei (simplified Chinese: 孙燕美; traditional Chinese: 孫燕美; pinyin: Sūn Yànměi).
Sun received her education at St Margaret's Secondary School, Raffles Girls' School and went on to attend St Andrew's Junior College She later attended university at Nanyang Technological University and attained a degree in Marketing. Her abilities were discovered by her music teacher, Lee Weisong at his music school. Sun made her first musical breakthrough in June 2000, following the release of her self-titled first album, Sun Yan Zi (孫燕姿) under Warner Music.
Stefanie's saccharine vocals and sincere personality have won the hearts of many, and her grounding as one of the most accomplished local artists in her native Singapore is firm. To date, she has won many awards, most notably at the Taiwan Golden Melody Awards, beating established singers, Jay Chou and Jolin Tsai. Among her followers, Sun has inspired and stirred other Singaporean artists (such as JJ Lin and Huang Yi Da) to expand overseas.
Sun does most of her recording, and conducts publicity events mainly in Taiwan, which comprises the majority of her fanbase. She also visits China, Hong Kong, Malaysia and Singapore frequently for promotional rounds where she is warmly received.
Most of her songs are sung in Mandarin, with several in English. In her first album, she sings Tori Amos's "Silent all These Years". Sun's ability to speak various languages is reflected in the songs she sings. In the song 天黑黑, (Dark skies) she sings in both Mandarin and her native Teochew. It is an adaptation of a traditional Teochew folksong which included the first six words in the original Teochew - "Thi-o·-o·, beh lo?h-hō·" - in the chorus.
She has won over 33 awards and other accolades for her music in the course of her career in Singapore, Taiwan, mainland China and Hong Kong (as well as at the pan-Asian MTV Asia Awards).
Yanzi sings Singapore's National Day Parade song, "One United People".
In 2002 and 2003 Sun also sang the official theme songs for Singapore's National Day Parade: "We Will Get There" (一起走到) and "One United People" (全心全意).
Sun is continually extending her influence in the Asian music industry. Sun collaborated with Mai Kuraki, a Japanese singer, on the last track of her To Be Continued... album. They collaborated yet again in 2003, this time on Mai Kuraki's If I Believe, released in July of 2003.
In late 2003, she decided to take a one year hiatus from making music, returning in late 2004 with a new album titled "Stefanie", intended to be a mirror of her debut album (self-titled as well, but in Chinese). This was to symbolise her return with a newcomer's attitude. She also started her own company, Make Music, during this sabbatical.
A Perfect Day was released on 2005, almost one year after the previous album Stefanie. She collaborated with some of the best musicians from Taiwan, namely MayDay (五月天) and F.I.R. in the song, 'First Day'.
Reviews of this new album has been mixed because of rumors in sales. But Stefanie had mentioned before that her priority is to make quality music, instead of over-commercialized products that sell well but have a lower level of artistic quality.
In 2006, Sun is in the midst of a regional concert tour. She has staged four full-house concerts at the renowned Hong Kong Colosseum. The performances have received rave reviews from the media as well as overwhelming support from fans. Sun also returned to Singapore in a much anticipated homecoming concert.
Albums
Date of release Title
2000 June 8 孫燕姿 Yan Zi (self-titled)
2000 December 9 我要的幸福 My Desired Happiness
2001 July 12 風筝 Kite
2002 January 5 START 自選集
2002 May 21 Leave
2002 July 16 半成年主張, (Stefanie is only responsible for Track 6, 王子面 Kid and Dream)
2003 January 10 未完成 To Be Continued...
2003 August 22 The Moment 這一刻
2003 September 16 七年級生, (Stefanie is only responsible for Track 3, 第六感 Sixth Sense)
2004 October 28 Stefanie
2005 October 7 A Perfect Day (完美的一天)
2006 September 22 My Story, Your Song
2007 March 21 逆光 Against the Light
Awards
Years Awards
2000 TVB 8 Mandarin Music Awards (Hong Kong), Best Newcomer
Hong Kong's Radio Station, Most Promising Artist
Channel V Music Awards (Beijing), Best newcomer
Channel V Music Awards (Beijing), Song Of the Year
Singapore Hit Awards, Most Promising Artiste
Ming Sheng Bao Top 10 Stars, Most Promising Artiste
China Music Awards, Best Newcomer
China Music Awards, Best Female Vocal
2001 Golden Melody Awards (Taiwan), Best newcomer
MTV Chinese, Top 10 Most Popular Artist
Golden Melody Awards (Malaysia), "Hong Ren" of the year (Gold)
Singapore Hit Awards, Best Local Artiste
Singapore Hit Awards, Best New Act (Gold)
2002 Singapore Hit Awards, Most Popular Female Artiste
Singapore Hit Awards, Best-Selling Female Artiste
Singapore Hit Awards, Best Local Artiste
2003 Singapore Hit Awards, Best Local Artiste
Singapore Hit Awards, Best Performing Regional Female Artiste
2004 Singapore Hit Awards, Best Local Artiste
2005 Golden Melody Awards (Taiwan), Best Female Mandarin Singer
MTV Japan Music Video Awards, Best buzz ASIA from Taiwan
MTV Asia Aid Awards, Singapore Most Popular Singer
Singapore Hit Awards, Best Local Female Artiste
Singapore Hit Awards, Best Female Vocalist
Singapore Hit Awards, Best Performing Regional Female Artiste
Singapore Hit Awards, Y.E.S. 93.3FM Most Popular Song (同类)
Someone
孫燕姿 Lyrics
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you said you can't believe
how could walk our that door
or walk along the streets
you told me I should you know
do some bing bang curly wurly afro thing
I took your word & did
looked in my mirror
why does the world deceive
why do I make believe
took my heel & made
achilles out of me still
so I won't wanna be
someone who's answer to me
someone who sees like a child
give like a saint
feel like an angel
never mind the broken wings
and speak like a picture
cry like the rain
shine like the star
as long as the fire remains
the vase beside my bed
it's empty a most dead
it's for all the flowers I'm gonna give you he said
and now it's collecting qust instead
why does the world deceive
why do I make believe
took my heel & made
achilles out of me still
so I won't wanna be
someone who's answer to me
someone who sees like a child
give like a saint
feel like an angel
never mind the broken wings
and speak like a picture
cry like the rain
shine like the star
as long as the fire remains
sees like a child
give like a saint
feel like an angel
never mind the broken wings
and speak like a picture
cry like the rain
shine like the star
as long as the fire remains
In "Someone," 孫燕姿 reflects on the conflicting pressures that exist between conforming to societal expectations and embracing one's true identity. The song begins with her partner commenting on her appearance, suggesting that she should adopt a more trendy, unconventional style. She follows his advice, but ultimately feels like a "freak" as a result. Throughout the lyrics, she questions why she feels the need to conform and make believe, ultimately realizing that she wants to be someone who stays true to herself, even if that means having broken wings. She wants to be someone who sees the world with childlike wonder, gives generously like a saint, and feels deeply like an angel. The final lines tie everything together, emphasizing the importance of staying true to oneself as long as one's inner fire continues to burn.
Line by Line Meaning
my hair was long & shining
I used to be confident and happy with my appearance
you said you can't believe
You made me doubt myself
how could walk our that door
How could I leave you
or walk along the streets
How could I face the world without you
you told me I should you know
You gave me advice I didn't ask for
do some bing bang curly wurly afro thing
You wanted me to change my appearance to fit your ideal
I took your word & did
I listened to you and followed your advice
looked in my mirror
I saw myself and felt like a different person
who's that freak
I didn't recognize myself
why does the world deceive
I question why people are not genuine
why do I make believe
I question my own actions and intentions
took my heel & made
I took control of my life
achilles out of me still
I became stronger and more resilient
so I won't wanna be
I refuse to be
someone who's answer to me
Someone who is not true to themselves
someone who sees like a child
Someone who does not see the world as it is
give like a saint
Someone who is overly selfless
feel like an angel
Someone who is overly emotional and naive
never mind the broken wings
Ignoring one's own flaws and wounds
and speak like a picture
Expressing oneself with clarity and purpose
cry like the rain
Showing emotion in a natural and authentic way
shine like the star
Being confident and radiant
as long as the fire remains
As long as my passion and drive are still alive
the vase beside my bed
A symbol of what you promised me
it's empty a most dead
It is now empty and meaningless
it's for all the flowers I'm gonna give you he said
You promised to give me something beautiful
and now it's collecting qust instead
Now it's just a collection of dust
sees like a child
Seeing the world with wonder and curiosity
give like a saint
Giving selflessly and without expectation
feel like an angel
Feeling pure and innocent
never mind the broken wings
Ignoring one's own flaws and wounds
and speak like a picture
Expressing oneself with clarity and purpose
cry like the rain
Showing emotion in a natural and authentic way
shine like the star
Being confident and radiant
as long as the fire remains
As long as my passion and drive are still alive
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Someone - 孫燕姿 Yanzi Sun
詞曲:孫燕姿
收錄於2002年“Strart 自選集”
My hair was long & shining
You said you can't believe
How could I walk out that door
Or walk along the streets
You told me I should "you know, do some bing bang curly wurly afro thing"
I took your word & did
Looked in my mirror"Who's that freak?"
Why does the world deceive
Why do I make believe
Took my heel & made Achilles out of me
Still I would wanna be
Someone who'd answer to me
Someone who sees like a child
Gives like a saint
Feels like an angel
Never mind the broken wings and
Speaks like a picture
Cries like the rain
Shines like the star
As long as the fire remains
The vase beside my bed
It's empty almost dead
"It's for all the flowers I'm gonna give you"he said
And now it's collecting dust instead
Why does the world deceive
Why do I make believe
Took my heel & made Achilles out of me
Still I would wanna be
Someone who'd answer to me
Someone who sees like a child
Gives like a saint
Feels like an angel
Never mind the broken wings and
Speaks like a picture
Cries like the rain
Shines like the star
As long as the fire remains
sees like a child
Gives like a saint
Feels like an angel
Never mind the broken wings and
Speaks like a picture
Cries like the rain
Shines like the star
As long as the fire remains
@ritashih4474
Someone
Lyrics:孫燕姿 Music:孫燕姿 Arranger: Kenn C.
My hair was long & shining
You said you can't believe
How could I walk out that door
Or walk along the streets
You told me I should "you know, do some bing bang curly wurly afro thing"
I took your word & did
Looked in my mirror "Who's that freak?"
＊Why does the world deceive
Why do I make believe
Took my heel & made Achilles out of me
Still I would wanna be
Someone who'd answer to me
Someone who sees like a child
Gives like a saint Feels like an angel
Never mind the broken wings and
Speaks like a picture
Cries like the rain Shines like the star
As long as the fire remains
The vase beside my bed
It's empty almost dead
"It's for all the flowers I'm gonna give you" he said
And now it's collecting dust instead
repeat ＊
sees like a child
Gives like a saint Feels like an angel
Never mind the broken wings and
Speaks like a picture
Cries like the rain Shines like the star
As long as the fire remains
@rainyday12
燕姿第一次作詞作曲就是永遠的經典呀
@lengkang7317
感謝這首歌找到自己，並給自己力量
@wamgern
燕姿唱英文歌真的別有一番韻味~
@ayusyz
Wamgern Wang 她应该发行原创英文专辑
@ZenkiMon
Chen Frank 我一直都希望燕姿能再来一张这样的专辑，等了好久啊
@user-vs2np6me6j
你們都說的很對!!!愛燕姿
@user-it6kb6ui7s
是呀 聽燕姿唱這首的時候 身體不自覺得就開始扭動了
@heramb9635
好希望，有生之年吧…… 蔡健雅就有发全英文的，也很好听，比她同期的中文歌好听很多，我觉得
@sakimiyanaga6026
有夠好聽
@nataliedroopy9964
她唱英文歌很好聽