Someday, Somewhere (Jolin Tsai song)

"Someday, Somewhere"
Single by Jolin Tsai
LanguageMandarin
ReleasedOctober 31, 2023 (2023-10-31)
StudioBB Road (Taipei)
GenrePop
Length4:03
LabelEternal
Composers
  • Jolin Tsai
  • Richard Craker
Lyricists
  • Jolin Tsai
  • Jen Chih
Producers
  • Jolin Tsai
  • Howe Chen
Jolin Tsai singles chronology
"Untitled"
(2022) 		"Someday, Somewhere"
(2023) 		"Oh La La La"
(2023)
Music video
"Someday, Somewhere" on YouTube

"Someday, Somewhere" is a song by Taiwanese singer Jolin Tsai, written by Tsai, Richard Craker, and Jen Chih, and produced by Tsai and Howe Chen. The track was released as a standalone single on October 31, 2023, by Eternal, and serves as the theme song for the Netflix series At the Moment (2023).[1] Tsai and Craker received a nomination for Best Composer at the 35th Golden Melody Awards for their work on the track.[2]

Background and release

On September 27, 2023, Tsai hinted at the possibility of releasing a new single later in the year, sparking anticipation among her fans.[3] On October 5, 2023, Netflix unveiled the trailer for At the Moment (2023), which prominently featured Tsai's new theme song, "Someday, Somewhere".[4] The following October 29, 2023, Warner officially announced via social media that the single would be released at midnight on October 31, 2023.[5][6] Just days later, on November 9, 2023, Tsai released the song's cinematic music video on her YouTube channel.

Composition and recording

"Someday, Somewhere" was co-written by Tsai and Richard Craker, who had previously collaborated on "Ugly Beauty" and "Hubby".[7] The song was built around a gentle piano arrangement, complemented by lush string instruments, with Tsai's vocals layered to match the emotional depth of the show's themes. The lyrics express a longing for love, coupled with the regret of words left unsaid in the moment. Described as a dialogue between the present self and a future self, the song reflects on love, time, and the connections we forge.[8]

In the creative process, Tsai worked closely with Lien Yi-chi, the lead director of At the Moment (2023), who shared the series' script and suggested that Tsai approach the theme from an angel's perspective, observing urban romance on public transportation.[9] Tsai crafted a ballad that balances beauty with regret, aligning both melody and lyrics with the series' themes of love and reflection.[10]

For the first time, Tsai also took on the role of vocal producer, alongside co-producer Howe Chen. While her demo recordings showcased strong emotional delivery, Tsai worked diligently in the studio to adjust phrasing, resonance, and dynamics.[11] Tsai even set up a home studio to rehearse, often recording multiple takes before heading to the official sessions. The track features subdued phrasing in the beginning, which gradually builds into a soaring, emotionally charged climax.[12]

Critical reception

Zhao Buyi, a Taiwanese musician, lauded Tsai's involvement in the composition, calling the song a "healing ballad for autumn" that conveys both courage and strength through Tsai's impassioned vocals, especially with the lyric line, "confess bravely, turn away bravely, be brave wholeheartedly".[13]

Hu Zhimin also commented on the song's melody, describing it as both beautiful and reflective of the hesitation and determination often felt in love.[14] Zhong Wanyun, a musician, observed that the song carries the atmospheric qualities of early 2000s ballads, with a slower pace and a focus on musical detail.[14]

Dai Ruo My Yi, a reviewer, highlighted Tsai's more delicate and airy vocal delivery, noting the blend of warmth, grandeur, and clarity in her voice.[15] San Shi Yi Sheng, another critic, remarked that the song revealed Tsai's ethereal ballad style, reminiscent of her early 1019 (1999) era but now with more refined breath control.[16]

On PlayMusic, reviewer Creamypolly praised the song for showcasing Tsai's first effort in combining lyric-writing, composition, and production. The review noted the track's rare softness and near a cappella style, with no choreography, allowing Tsai's vocal timbre to shine through. Tsai's voice was described as tender yet resilient, making the song "very beautiful to listen to."[17]

Awards

On May 16, 2024, Tsai and Richard Craker received a Best Composer nomination at the 35th Golden Melody Awards for their work on "Someday, Somewhere."[2]

Charts

Weekly chart performance for "Someday, Somewhere"
Chart (2023) Peak
position
China (Tencent)[18] 60

Personnel

Credits adapted from Tsai's official Facebook.[19][20]

  • Jolin Tsai – vocal production
  • Lin Jie – piano and string arrangement, drums, production assistance
  • Audi Lin – bass
  • Howe Chen– drums
  • Tsai Yao-yu – string coordination, first violin
  • Just Busy Music Studio – strings
  • Chen Yi-yung – first violin
  • Luo Szu-yun – first violin
  • Chu Yi-ning – first violin
  • Shen Yi-wen – second violin
  • Huang Yu-jou – second violin
  • Huang Chin-cheng – second violin
  • Kan Wei-peng – viola
  • Pan Tzu-chi – viola
  • Mou Chi-tung – viola
  • Yeh Yu-hsin – cello
  • Pai Chu-chun – cello
  • Yeh Yu-hsuan – vocal engineering
  • AJ Chen – vocal engineering, mixing
  • BB Road Studio – vocal recording studio
  • Chang Min-hsiang – string engineering
  • Chu Pin-hao – assistant string engineering
  • Mega Force Studio – string recording studio, mixing studio
  • Lin Shun-yu – string ensemble administration
  • Shen Kuan-lin – production assistance

Release history

Release dates and formats for "Someday, Somewhere"
Region Date Format(s) Distributor
Various October 31, 2023
Eternal
China Streaming YDX

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