I first heard this song quite a while ago.
It was back when the era of CITY POPS which now captivates the world had ended, and I was going through a sort of lackluster phase.
At the time, I dismissed it as just another sentimental school song, but listening now, it's a masterpiece.
Angela's rustic charm, perhaps exemplified by lines like “in this appalling era where medical doctors are driven by money,” teaches us the preciousness of living strongly and refreshingly while upholding justice.
The chorus is magnificent.
It lacks the stiffness of a choir competition, with vowels sung clearly and expansively, surpassing even native speakers.
The explosive energy in the English sections, especially “Flapping” is truly breathtaking.
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THE FIRST TAKE
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Young People's Chorus of New York City