Janice is emerging as one of the new singers in Hong Kong and Asia. Her music style is a mixture of Cantopop, Jazz and R&B. She performs her songs in English, Cantonese and Mandarin and will be performing songs in Korean in the near future.
Before becoming an artist herself, Janice had always enjoyed singing. Her voice came to the attention of renowned producer Mark Lui by chance when she recorded the backing vocals for one of mega star Leon Lai's songs in 2004. Janice obviously left a favourable impression on Lui, as upon Lui's stumbling across her voice he informed Leon, who in turn decided to offer Janice a contract with AMusic (東亞唱片), a newly-formed record label where both Leon Lai and Mark Lui were major investors (Leon transferred himself to Amusic as well). As a result Janice became the first newcomer to sign for AMusic in 2004.
Belonging to the same music label as Leon Lai, Janice first caught the media's attention days after Christmas of 2004 by covering in English one of Leon's essential tunes "Unspoken Words of Deep Feelings" (情深說話未曾講) on radio. The cover song quickly become a hit. Some fans initially thought it was an overseas singer who was covering one of Leon's classic hits, but were surprised to find out the singer was an unknown Hong Kong rookie. Since it was Christmas in Hong Kong at the time, Janice's first song was swiftly followed by a Christmas version of another Leon Lai cover "不可一世" (this time in Cantonese). The Cantonese cover of "Unspoken Words of Deep Feelings" (情深說話未曾講) was aired on radio in Spring 2005 for the first time. She learned English when she was in the United States.
By April 2005, Janice had become known as a mysterious singer who sung several cover versions of Leon Lai's songs, but whose face has never been shown in public. After roughly six months of radio publicity and building public anticipation, her face was finally unveiled when her debut album "Day & Night" was released on 13 April 2005.
On 25 November of the same year, Janice released her second album "My Love", a rarity for a newcomer in Hong Hong's music industry.
In mid-December of 2005 Janice was nominated by Commercial Radio 2 for the 2005 Hong Kong Music Awards Best Female Singer, which results are due out on Jan 1, 2006. On 1 January 2006, Janice was awarded by Commercial Radio Hong Kong (CRHK) the Gold prize for 2005 Best Female Newcomer., to the delight of her fans and family.
Even Though There Is No Fairy Tale In The World
衛蘭 Lyrics
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似看到 最動人風景
沒有嘈音只得笑聲
散播到 最遠的山嶺 ahhh
在這世間分享晚餐
有重擔 有萬人分擔
沒有染污的晚空
Ahhh why I smile
Cos you make me smile
如所有錯失都得到寬待
如計較會被換成慷慨
如純良仍然能被記載
孤苦的得到理睬
這可算妙想天開
願這世界如童話 抱著想像實現它
就憑摘星的手臂 為地球每夜放煙花
就算世界無童話 放下包袱完成它
就來學攀山者 有心不會怕
Ahhh why I smile
Cos you make me smile
如所有苦衷都得到體諒
如佔據會被換成分享
如捱窮仍然能被敬抑
挑剔的懂得讚賞 呼吸會更加清香
願這世界如童話 抱著想像實現它
就憑摘星的手臂 為地球每夜放煙花
就算世界無童話 放下包袱完成它
就來學攀山者 有心不會怕
Ahhh why I smile
Cos you make me smile
Ahhh why I smile
Cos you make me smile
若你我他一起唱歌
這世界 會動人得多
任你我他相差最多
仍然能同座
The song "Even Though There Is No Fairy Tale In The World" by 衛蘭 is an uplifting ballad that celebrates the beauty and joy of life, even in the absence of a perfect world or a fairy tale ending. The first verse describes the simple but profound pleasures of life, such as genuine smiles and shared meals, that make the world a beautiful place. These pure and unadulterated experiences are contrasted with the noisy and chaotic aspects of the world, which are often characterized by conflict, tension, and uncertainty.
The chorus of the song expresses the hope and optimism that we can make the world a better place, even without a fairy tale ending. The lyrics suggest that we can achieve greatness through our own efforts and by embracing the challenges and opportunities that come our way. The song encourages us to remain positive and focused on our dreams, even when the road ahead is difficult or unclear.
The second verse expands on this theme by pointing out that even in the face of hardship and adversity, we can find strength and beauty in the world. By cultivating a generous and compassionate spirit, we can transform our lives and make the world a better place. The song concludes with a triumphant refrain that celebrates the power of unity and togetherness.
Overall, "Even Though There Is No Fairy Tale In The World" is a heartfelt and inspiring song that reminds us of the wonders and possibilities of life. It encourages us to focus on the positive aspects of our lives and to work towards a better future, even in the face of challenges and setbacks.
Line by Line Meaning
望向每雙率真眼睛
Looking into each sincere pair of eyes,
似看到 最動人風景
Seemingly seeing the most moving scenery,
沒有嘈音只得笑聲
No noise, only laughter spreading to the farthest mountains,
散播到 最遠的山嶺 ahhh
Dispersing to the farthest mountain peaks, ahhh,
在這世間分享晚餐
Sharing dinner in this world,
有重擔 有萬人分擔
Burdens shared by thousands of people,
沒有染污的晚空
No polluted evening sky,
會看見遠方的花瓣
Able to see flower petals in the distance,
Ahhh why I smile
Ahhh why I smile,
Cos you make me smile
Cause you make me smile,
如所有錯失都得到寬待
If all mistakes are forgiven,
如計較會被換成慷慨
If being calculating turns into generosity,
如純良仍然能被記載
If purity can still be remembered,
孤苦的得到理睬
The lonely and poor receive attention,
這可算妙想天開
This can be considered a fanciful idea,
願這世界如童話 抱著想像實現它
May this world be like a fairy tale, holding onto imagination to make it come true,
就憑摘星的手臂 為地球每夜放煙花
Just with the arm of a star-picker, fireworks are set off every night for the Earth,
就算世界無童話 放下包袱完成它
Even if the world has no fairy tales, let go of the baggage and complete it,
就來學攀山者 有心不會怕
Then come as a mountain climber, with a fearless heart,
如所有苦衷都得到體諒
If all troubles are understood,
如佔據會被換成分享
If possession turns into sharing,
如捱窮仍然能被敬抑
If enduring poverty can still be respected,
挑剔的懂得讚賞 呼吸會更加清香
The picky learn to appreciate, and breathing becomes even more refreshing,
若你我他一起唱歌
If you, me, and him/her sing together,
這世界 會動人得多
This world will be much more touching,
任你我他相差最多
Regardless of our differences,
仍然能同座
We can still sit together.
Contributed by Sarah K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.