“环游地球世界报导“ (translated as “Around the World Report” or “Around the Earth World Report”) is a highly acclaimed Mandarin concept album and its title track by the famous Taiwanese rock musician and singer-songwriter David Wong (黄大炜), released in December 1991.

💿 Key Highlights of the Song & Album 黄大炜 环游地球 世界报导

• Avant-Garde Style: The title track seamlessly blends aggressive hard rock and funk with traditional Chinese percussion (gongs), creating a highly westernized, international sound that was far ahead of its time in 1991.
• Urban Narrative: The song acts as a “news report” bridging three global cities—describing a romantic encounter in New York, the nightlife of Shinjuku in Tokyo, and gang conflicts on the streets of Taipei.
• Iconic Chorus: Each urban story transitions into a powerful, high-pitched vocal belt singing the English phrase “Never Fall in Love,” capturing the isolation and disillusionment of modern city life.
• Concept Album Structure: The album features 13 tracks that flow together to tell a cohesive story, making it a rare and milestone production in early Mando-pop history.

David Wong passed away today at the age of 61. Sigh. Rest in Peace, Mr 黄大炜.

[1991-12-01] 黄大炜 环游地球 世界报导 album art covers

A larger album art cover

The back of the album

黄大炜 环游地球 世界报导 Tracks

1 环游地球世界报导
2 爱喔
3 乘着风
4 Superstition
5 心碎/爱你
6 因为爱我有明天
7 最怕看到你哭泣
8 Tiger
9 T.C.N.
10 Someone
11 Saving It All
12 I Know
13 Red Square

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