The Chinese Album had a more "artsy" sound, with the Pink Floyd-like piano on the opening track and Michael Stipe of R.E.M. contributing vocals to the song "Almond Kisses".
The Chinese Album tiña un son máis "artístico", cun piano ao estilo Pink Floyd no primeiro tema e coa colaboración de Michael Stipe de R.E.M. na canción "Almond Kisses".