Teresa Teng's "Picking Water Chestnuts" vinyl record is being bought up at a high price in Hong Kong.

"Picking Red Water Chestnuts" is a song with Chinese folk music characteristics and Jiangsu melodies. The lyrics were written by the famous lyricist Di Yi (also known as Chen Dieyi) and the music was composed by Yao Min. The lyrics describe the beautiful life scene of a loving couple picking water chestnuts in the Jiangnan water towns. In 1961, the song was first performed by Xia Dan and Jiang Hong and later became a classic.

In 1966, Teresa Teng rose to prominence with "Picking Red Water Chestnuts" in an important singing competition, showcasing her unique voice and interpretive ability. In 1968, the song was included in Teresa Teng's album "Teresa Teng's Songs Vol. 9," further solidifying her position in the Chinese music scene.

Lyrics:

How beautiful are the red water chestnuts by the lake
How sweet is the smile of the girl picking them
The ripples gently sway the boat
The song floats in the blue sky

Picking red water chestnuts, oh picking red water chestnuts
Basket after basket harvested
How intoxicating is the sweetness of the red water chestnuts
Picking them brings a happy mood

How beautiful are the red water chestnuts by the lake
How sweet is the smile of the girl picking them
The ripples gently sway the boat
The song floats in the blue sky

Picking red water chestnuts, oh picking red water chestnuts
Basket after basket harvested
How intoxicating is the sweetness of the red water chestnuts
Picking them brings a happy mood

How beautiful are the red water chestnuts by the lake
How sweet is the smile of the girl picking them
The ripples gently sway the boat
The song floats in the blue sky

Picking red water chestnuts, oh picking red water chestnuts
Basket after basket harvested
How intoxicating is the sweetness of the red water chestnuts
Picking them brings a happy mood

Picking red water chestnuts, oh picking red water chestnuts
Picking them brings a happy mood

"Picking Red Water Chestnuts" incorporates elements of Chinese folk music, especially the Jiangsu melody, giving the entire song a rich local flavor. The lyrics depict the beautiful scenery of the Jiangnan water towns, expressing the joy of labor and the happiness of life. Teresa Teng's gentle and sweet voice perfectly conveyed the song's artistic conception, leaving listeners enchanted.

Teresa Teng's Early Vinyl Records: Collection Value and Version Analysis

Teresa Teng's early albums, released by "Universe Records" in Taiwan in the late 1960s, hold irreplaceable historical and documentary value in the history of Chinese pop music. At only about fifteen years old, Teresa Teng's voice possessed a unique youthful and sweet charm, distinctly different from her later, mature and mellow "Teng-style singing." This song, "Picking Red Water Chestnuts," was included in "Teresa Teng's Songs Vol. 9," and its first edition vinyl record utilized early analog recording technology, preserving the original, warm background noise and spatial feel. For audiophiles seeking the ultimate listening experience, the authentic vocal quality presented by Teresa Teng's early vinyl records cannot be fully replicated by digitally remastered versions.

To provide collectors with a clearer understanding of the circulation of this classic song in the physical record market, here is a summary of the differences between early vinyl record versions related to "Picking Red Water Chestnuts":

Comparison Table of Teresa Teng's "Picking Red Water Chestnuts" Related Vinyl Record Versions

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