Released on , STAR marked a pivotal moment in A-Mei’s career. It was her 14th studio album and her debut under the EMI Taiwan label (now part of Universal Music). The album served as a powerful "comeback" or reinvention, blending diverse musical styles and reclaiming her status as the "Queen of Mandopop".

: The album dominated the Taiwanese G-Music and Five Music charts for four consecutive weeks. It sold over 130,000 copies in Taiwan and roughly 1.7 million copies across Asia .

: A signature ballad written by Jay Chou, known for its emotional depth and vocal range.

: Critics noted a maturity in her voice, describing it as powerful yet subdued and delicate in certain tracks. Key Tracks and Highlights

: A-Mei co-produced the album, incorporating a wide array of genres including pop, rock, disco, jazz, bossa nova, and blues .