A sequel to Frances Yip's Discovery Album in 1974 by Cathay Pacific Airways, this album is Discovery 2 where, 'songs from the heart of Asia and beyond' had been recorded. With her strong, crisp and beautiful voice, Ms Yip sings melodies from 13 different countries. They are Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Hong Kong, The Philippines, Japan, Taiwan, Korea, India, Australia, New Zealand and the Middle East.
Until 1973, singing was only part time for her but when she came in first in a talent competition, the contracts came in fast and furious. She joined Cathay Pacific to promote the airline and has cut many singles, EPs and LPs too. The image shows the back cover of this particular EMI Long Play recording done in Singapore in 1978.
If the reader still cannot remember Frances Yip, then one of the greatest hits in Chinese pop history may. Shanghai Beach.
Frances Yip: 'Shanghai Beach'
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Though I wasn't into pop songs then, Frances Yip, with her powerful voice, I certainly remember. Thanks for the memory,Andy.
ReplyDeleteWhatever songs you remember, don't forget to come home from the jungles of Sarawak and Borneo. You won't find Frances Yip records in these places.
ReplyDeleteYip is pretty, especially when young. Voice is perfect.
ReplyDeleteshe cut many albums
ReplyDeleteAndy Young
ReplyDeleteOne of the Eastern beauties who sings so well, she became an icon for an airline... Check her out.
Andy Young
ReplyDeleteThanks SOMKID. You're the first to visit so early.
Angela Leow
ReplyDeleteI love her version of Widuri
Andy Young
Angela Leow, ah yes! Frances and Widuri... it is a beautiful combination of singer and song. Thanks Angela for reminding us all.
ReplyDeleteAndy Young
Hi JALANI thanks for being the 3rd early bird to catch this post.
Classy, elegant and proper, she annunciated the lyrics of every song with good clarity and emotions
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ReplyDelete👌🏻👍🏻She was the "Trademark" for CX (r CPA)! I blvd she moved to Australia. Thks for sharing my friend 👌🏻👍🏻