Released in 2010, "The Era" fully showcases Jay Chou's innovative musical style and expansive vision, as symbolized by its title, which means "transcending the times." The album skillfully blends elements of R&B, hip-hop, rock, and traditional Chinese music, creating a sound that transcends genre boundaries. Its beautiful melodies, meticulous arrangements, and dramatic song structures once again demonstrate his abilities as one of Asia's leading pop artists. Highly popular and acclaimed, it is one of the representative works essential to understanding Jay Chou's musical world. Includes lyrics and Japanese translations. The DVD includes music videos for tracks released as singles.