This star’s journey out of darkness
鄭秀文的快樂泉源
鄭秀文) stands out. Her talent in singing and acting and her sense of style are striking. It is no wonder that some have called her the "Queen of Pop"!
A successful career
Cheng's great talent became obvious at a singing contest when she was 16. She won third place and received a contract with a music company. Two years later, in 1990, she released her first album, "Sammi." From then on, her audience began to grow. "Fiery Motion, " a 1992 album by Cheng and three other singers, contributed to her success. So did her 1993 album "Happy Maze." Soon Cheng was one of Hong kong's most popular female singers.
She continued creating new albums and won many awards - 23 of them in 1996 alone. That same year she began giving solo concerts, performing eight nights in a row. These concerts were so successful that her second concert, "Sammi Star Show." was held 16 nights.
Meanwhile, cheng pursued a separate career in acting. Her first role was in the 1991 TV drama "Life of His Own." The next year she acted in her first movie, Best of the Best. Altogether, she has appeared in 22 films. Cheng won one Best Actress award at the Hong Kong Film Awards. The Hong Kong Film Critics Society gave her another.
Cheng is also known for setting trends in fashion. She was named one of Hong Kong's Top Ten Fashionable Celebrities. Cheng changes her style with each album she produces. Fans love admiring each look and wondering what she will do next.
The hidden darkness
But despite her fame, success and attractive image, Cheng was struggling. In 2005, health problems and on emotional crisis forced her to take a break. Cheng was caught in a long period of sadness when as she says, "My heart was empty." She feared that she would never find real happiness.
Out of the darkness
During Cheng's break from performing, her heart was changed. She realized career success could not give her a complete, satisfying life. But she did find something that could - God. Cheng came out of her period of darkness as a committed Christian. Faith that God is in control replaced her fears with peace and confidence. Following God became her purpose.
Living in the light
In 2007 Cheng began performing again, creating songs that reflected her changed life. Her album "Faith" combines pop with gospel music. In it, Cheng uses what she has learned to inspire others. Even Cheng's attitude toward clothing has changed. She used to use expensive brands to hide her lack of confidence. While she still enjoys fashion, Cheng no longer needs it for emotional security. She knows her identity and her purpose. Cheng's talent and creativity have helped her accomplish great things. And her new attitude will help her do even more.
Grammar Tips:
She continued creating new albums and won many awards - 23 of them in 1996 alone.
"alone " -by yourself.
Bob was alone in the empty parking lot.
"alone" - here refer to "only".
Candace can't afford a trip to Europe, the price of airfare alone is more than her monthly salary.
The professor tells her students that their class participation alone determines whether they will pass the course or not.
Vocabulary Tips:
pop - popular 的简称。受欢迎的，热门，流行的，普及的。热门音乐。
*"Wham" was a famous pop band in the 80's. -非常有名的流行乐团。
*Madonna is undeniably the Queen of Pop. 无用置疑。
*Daniel still enjoys listening to pop songs even though he's over 50.
contract -合约，契约。签约要用“sign”。
sign contract - 签约
*Our company just signed a $2 million contract with IBM.
*Henry just signed a 2-year contract with his new boss.
contribute -(重音在第二节) 成就，促成。
*Looks, luck and talent contributed to the actress's early success. 美貌，运气，才华促成。。提早成功。
*Various reasons contributed to the company's bankruptcy. 很多原因造成这家公司的破产。
contribution (n) -贡献。
*We're so grateful for your contribution to the project. 很感谢你对这提案的贡献。
pursue -进行，从事，发展。follow something with afford to full-fill the goal or dream.
*Eric went to Hollywood to pursue an acting career. 发展。
*Nathan has set his heart on pursuing a career in medicine. 朝。。发展
pursue-追求，往。。追求。
*Both countries pursued the same goal of peace between borders.
celebrity- 名人，名流。famous people. 可简称为 "celeb"
celebrities -（复数）名人，名流气，
*This magazine covers the latest hobbies of celebrities.
*You can see many celebrities on this fashion show.
celebrity - （名声）出名的。become famous.
*Unlike many others, Johnny never enjoys his celebrity. 从来没有喜欢过“出名”这件事。
emotion -情绪上的，情感上的。
*A happy marriage contributes to one's physical and emotional well-being. 促进身心健康。
emotional -情绪激动的。
*Brenda got emotional when she mentioned her ex-boyfriend.
critic - someone who's job is to give their opinion on something, usually on judge of movies or food.
admire - give highly respect, really like someone or something.
hidden- outside will not show.
darkness - not you see no lights, is inside you feel you can't see anything.
commit -委身，投入。willing to give all your energy and time to something.
committed/committing -
committed (adj)- 忠诚的，坚定的。
*Hank committed himself to improving special education in his country.
a committed doctor -忠诚的医生。
a committed member -委身的，可信赖的会员
attitude-态度，意见，看法。
*I don't like your attitude.
*Tim admits that he has an attitude problem.
attitude (to, toward, about 什么对象) feeling or opinion of something.
*Vivian's attitude toward her parents is very negative.
accomplish -完成，实现。finish something with success.
*Joanne believes she can accomplish her sales goal by the end of the month.
*Without your help, I can never accomplish this mission.
gospel- a type of music which refer to religious.
identity - who she is, who you are.
I.D. = identification.
a form of I.D.
realized - understand at first time.
follow God, her life has a purpose（使命）－ a relationship with God.
Chat Room:
solo -单独的。
solo concerts -个人演唱会。
recital -独唱一面弹吉它一面唱，一个人演奏。（古典音乐的领域）
I'm traveling solo = I'm traveling alone.
duet - 二人合唱
trio -三人合唱。
duet/ trio - 只用在音乐方面。
travel solo -独自旅游。
in pairs -二人同行 (partner)
in threes - 三人同行。
a duo - 二人一组。
trio (tr-ai-o)- 三人一组。
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look-
looks -appearing。（复数）-指外貌，外在。用在“人”上是指“容貌，面貌”。
good looks -好看的长相。(refer to physical, or facial appearance ) say in positive way, we don't say "bad looks."
good-looking -长的好看的。磨样好看的。可以用在人的外表，容貌，也可用在其他方面。
She is a good-looking girl.
a good-looking car -
a good-looking shirt -
Fans love admiring each look and wondering what she will do next! 造型。
look - 造型。
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identification (n)- 确认，辨认，认同。
identify (v)-
identification (n) -身份証。
He used his driver's license as identification.身份証
identity-身份。
His identity is a teacher.他的身份是老师。
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