? 由于懶得造娃，Lisa Stark撥打電話，領(lǐng)養(yǎng)了一個男嬰取名為Jack Stark，并希望把他培養(yǎng)成了歌壇巨星。為了達成這個目標，她賜予了娃virtuosos（藝術(shù)大師，藝術(shù)愛好者）的天賦：

? Virtuosos have a natural gift with musical instruments and are often considered the best musicians. As such, they earn more as musicians when playing for tips and learn more quickly.

? Jack is a Virtuoso, which means learning how to play instruments will be a breeze for him.

be a breeze:不費力的，輕松的? 類似的用法還有in a breeze

? 當(dāng)Jack成年，需要select a lifetime wish的時候，Lisa替她選擇了Vocal Legend（Reach level 10 of the Singer Career）：

? Everyone dreams of being the next idol, of being worshipped by millions of Sims across the world. But can you work through the years of stress and obscurity to reach the heights of super-stardom?

每個人都夢想著成為下一個偶像，被世界各地數(shù)以百萬的模擬市民崇拜敬仰。但是你能挺過數(shù)年的壓力和默默無聞最終達到超級巨星的高度嗎？

stardom:演員們，明星身份? ?obscurity這里應(yīng)該是無聞的意思

? Jack也遵循母親的意愿，選擇了singer(歌手)這一職業(yè)：

? Being a singer is all about singing, and to really succeed, you'll need to be willing to?belt it out anywhere. You'll start off singing for tips on the street and performing Sing-A-Grams for money, but if you show real promise, you'll soon be on your way to sold out gigs（現(xiàn)場演奏會） and superstardom!

成為一個歌手就是要唱歌，要真正地成功，你需要在哪里都愿意引吭高歌。你將從為了小費而街頭唱歌和表演Sing-A-Gram來獲取錢財開始，但當(dāng)你展示出真正的決心時，你將很快開始為了售光現(xiàn)場演唱會門票和成為超級巨星而努力！

belt out:引吭高歌

? （然后為我們的小Jack取一個Stage Name(藝名)，我直接照著打雷姐取了個Lana Del Rey）

當(dāng)Jack第一次拾起媽媽給他買的琴，他心中想到：

The rocking lifestyle of the guitar is often heroic. Gifted musicians can both move and entertain an audience with a song. Has Jack found his muse?

吉他的搖滾生活方式往往是英雄式的。擁有天賦的音樂家可以用一首歌打動和取悅觀眾。Jack找到他的繆斯了嗎？

? 在不斷練習(xí)吉他的過程中，吉他和Jack的羈絆也越來越深。

①當(dāng)Jack的Guitar Skill達到五級時：

? It's pretty big deal when a musician achieves solid command of their instrument. Still, the show must go on and Jack isn't quite at the top just yet. Jack can now Play for Tips. Jack should visit the bookstore to purchase new songs!

②當(dāng)Jack的Guitar Skill達到六級時：

? Jack can now Serenade others with beautiful music. He should also visit the bookstore sometime to purchase new songs!

serenade:小夜曲，為…唱小夜曲

③當(dāng)Jack的Guitar Skill達到十級時：

? Jack is a local legend when a six stringed instrument is in his hands. The melodies that flow from his finger tips are so sweet, serene, and rocking awesome that he is considered one of the preeminent musicians of the time.

? Jack now makes $340 per week.

① Sing-A-Gram Novice:

? You're on your way to becoming a singing superstar! But, for now, you have nothing but a dream. Delivering Sing-A-Grams is a great way to practice singing and performing while earning Simoleons.

②Sing-A-Gram Pro:

?Congratulations! Jack has been conferred the new title of Sing-A-Gram Pro by the Sunset Valley Town Council in recognition of his valuable contributions to the workforce.

? You're getting better with every Sing-A-Gram you perform! And now you have a new Romantic Sing-A-Gram to add to your repertoire（全部節(jié)目）.?

③Talented Amateur:

? You're the most popular Sing-A-Gram deliverer... and you're getting noticed for your singing talents. You now have a few songs and your Sing-A-Grams, so keep at it and, soon, you just might get your lucky break!

keep at:堅持不停地做? ? lucky break:命運的轉(zhuǎn)機

④Local Favorite:

? Time to work on your star image. There's a brand-new stage outfit and, with your original songs and four Sing-A-Grams?recorded, you can now sell your album for exposure and Simoleons!

⑤Local Phenomenon:

? You're getting good... and this is no time to be humble. Get out there and tell people how good you are, then back it up with an awesome new song.

⑥Rising Star:

? Are you ready to pump up your stage performance? With a new Front Stage Kit, another new song, and a new on-stage move, you're going to wow the crowd!

⑦Headliner（頭牌人物）:

? You're not just a singer anymore - you're becoming a Performer! Time to unveil a new stage outfit, a fresh new song, and a stylin' new move to rock the house.

⑧Star:

? Isn't it great being invited to perform, instead of begging for an opportunity? You now have a bunch of songs and even more ways to thrill your growing legion of fans!

⑨Superstar:

? You're a star! The biggest venues in town want you to headline their shows! You're hitting the big time, so enjoy every minute of it.

此處headline：to be engaged as a leading performer in (a show)

hit the big time: 大獲成功

⑩Vocal Legend:

? ?This is it! Your dreams of being a superstar singer have finallly come true. Sold-out shows...huge crowd...adoring fans. Soak it all up, because you deserve it!

soak it up:享受

? 在歌手職業(yè)中，要獲得升遷，Jack需要不斷地積累工作經(jīng)驗（job experience），這就要求他不斷履行自己的職責(zé)（responsibilities）：

①deliver Sing-A-Grams: deliver smiles with charming ditties（ditty：小曲，小調(diào)）.

②Preform for Tips: Perform songs for fun and Simoleons.

③Get gigs: Once you're level 2 or higher, get invited to sing in venues around town.

? 日落溪谷的模擬市民總是會因為一些奇怪的理由雇傭Jack去Perform a Sing-A-Gram：

? Your Sim has been hired to perform a Sing-A-Gram!? Watch out for calls later in the day.

①我認真鍛煉了，聽個小曲表揚自己：

? Norma McCracken just finished a great workout! Congratulate her for her dedication with a Celebration Sing-A-Gram!

②我上班被老板兇了，聽個小曲振作精神：

? Dana Gain got yelled at today. She's feeling down and needs a Sing-A-Gram to cheer her up.

③我升職了，聽個小曲慶祝一下：

? Many Castillo just got a raise! Help him celebrate with a Sing-A-Gram.?

? Shanika Dolan just got promoted! A celebration Sing-A-Gram would be the perfect way to congratulate her on a job well done!

④我畢業(yè)了，我自由了，聽個小曲慶祝一下

?What better cause for celebrating than getting out of school?? Celebrate Norlan Harrington's freedom with a Sing-A-Gram.?

⑤我過生日了，我要聽小曲：

? It's Pierre McKay's borthday! A celebration Sing-A-Gram would make his party an event to remember.

⑥想調(diào)情，想聽點浪漫的讓我進入狀態(tài)：

? Christle Abrams is trying to flirt and wants you help improve the mood! Sing a Romantic Sing-A-Gram for her!

⑦我作業(yè)寫完了，想紀念一下：

? It may seem small to you, but finishing his homeork is a big deal for Cliff Siegal. His parents would like to celebrate the achievement with a Sing-A-Gram.

⑧我小氣又刻薄，我需要被感化：

? Donna Abbott is a big meanie（反派，刻薄鬼） who keeps harassing everyone. Maybe if you sing her a nice Sing-A-Gram about how special she is, she'll be nicer?

⑨我尿褲子了，需要安慰的小曲：

? How embarrassing! Donta Cunningham just speed his pants! Go tell him how special he is with a Sing-A-Gram.

? 當(dāng)Jack唱完小曲，他覺得他未成名的時光對他是一種激勵：

? Though you'll likely never admit it once you've made it big, you just performed a Sing-A-Gram! Nice job earning some Simoleons and increasing your singing skills!

make it big:成為大人物

? 閑來無事時，為了積攢自己的工作經(jīng)驗，Jack也會在街頭傾情演奏，自彈自唱，為了賺取一點小費維持生計（perform for tips）。

?Jack just sang his best, hoping that others would be impressed enough by his performance to drop a few Simoleons.

? 為了獲得工作經(jīng)驗和賺取小費，Jack還可以去人多的地方彈吉他：Play for tips。

? 初次去公園彈琴對Jack來說是一次很棒的心流體驗：

Jack Stark just enjoyed?strumming on the guitar?at the park. A nice day in the park enjoying the music and the scenery is always?a memorable moment!

? 于是Jack得到了珍貴的小費：??

? Jack Stark earned $252 in tips from playing guitar!

? 在派對上，Jack傾情演奏：

? Jack Stark just delighted his friends by playing guitar at a party. He won't soon forget the polite interest of the crowd!

the polite interest這個名詞詞組英文中還挺常見的（雖然中文感覺這倆詞搭配在一起很怪），表示禮貌而有興趣。

? 業(yè)余時間Jack還會去KTV獻唱(只是詞也唱不對還跑調(diào))：

? Jack sang karaoke. The lyrics weren't quite what he remembered, and it's possible some of the tune got scrambled. But that doesn't stop him from wanting to do it again!

? 要get gigs，Jack就要去公園(park)，咖啡廳(Coffeehouse)向業(yè)主表演面試（audition for a singer gig），謀求一個站上大舞臺的機會：

? Jack has asked the?proprietor（業(yè)主）?to?give?him a gig. He will always remember?gathering his courage, and?putting himself out there to?be judged.

? 有時面試失?。?/span>

? You're not quite?up to this venue's standards, Lana Del Rey. Come back and try again after you'be practiced a bit more.

? 有時面試成功：

? Your audition was great, Lana Del Rey! We'd love to have you perform at Performance Park at 365 Oak Grove Road on Sat. at 5:30.

? 面試成功后就可以站上大舞臺了。但在表演開始之前，Jack還需要自己搭建好舞臺：

? Lana Del Rey's show is about to start! Which Stage setup would you like to use?

? 可以選擇venue，即場景自帶的；也可以選擇custom，自己定制。選擇custom，Jack可以在舞臺上添置一些stage props（舞臺道具）。

? 在完成表演之后，Jack會收到很多觀眾的評價(?The?reviews of your show are in!?)：

? "As shows go, it was definitely one."

? "If there were a DVD of this show, it would come in a generic(一般的，通用的) black and white box labeled 'Singer Concert.'"

? “For a Karaoke competition, this was a very good performance. Unfortunately, it wasn't a Karaoke competition.”

? "Your show was a success - only two percent of the audience demanded a refund!"

1.Sing for Your Supper: The owner of the Coffeehouse is a retired musician who likes to help out aspiring singers. Stop by with a big appetite and get a free meal for a song.??

? 完成后：

? Your singing was so impressive you got a free meal…and dessert!

2. Sorting the Section: The music section at Bookstore has become a tad（小孩子，小男孩） unruly（不守規(guī)矩的，任性的） and they need an expert to come in and sort things. Quickly travel to the bookstore to help out and earn a little money.

? 完成后：

? Phew! You were able to tidy the Bookstore before the situation worsened, saving countless lives and making it possible to shop again! The bookstore wants to thank you with this money, as well as this new composition you uncovered in the depths of the music section!

3. Showtime in the Park: You can sing anywhere in the Park, but getting a gig to perform on the Park Stage will attract a lot more attention…and could jump-start（啟動，發(fā)動，推動） your career.

? Objective: Go to the Park and audition for the Proprietor. Get a gig and complete it.

? 完成后：

Your Park performance was a singing?sensation!

??sensation這里的意思： a cause of such excitement

??eg.?The show was the musical sensation of the season.

4.Tons of Tips: Brooks Walsh wants to see if you're talented enough to earn some serious cash playing in town. Earn $500 Simoleons in tips and check back with Brooks Walsh to earn a cash bonus and improve your relationship.

serious cash:一筆客觀的錢

? 完成后：

? Other street musicians cower when they see you approach, because they know you're going to earn all the tips there are to be made. Take this cash bonus for playing! Your relationship with Brooks Walsh has also improved.

5. Singing in the Streets: Practicing at home is great, but to become a real performer you need to get out and sing to an audience. Any public place will do...and you just might earn some tip money while you're at it.

6. Showtime at the Coffeehouse: Many famous singers start out performing in Coffeehouse. Though they usually also play guitar and maybe look a little grungy(美俚：蹩腳的，邋遢的).

? 完成后：

? Your appearance at the Coffeehouse was sweeter than a double-whip mocha latte(雙倍奶油摩卡拿鐵).

7. Cut a Demo: An up-and-coming record producer attended one of your shows and wants to help you record a demo of your songs! He works in a recording studio at the Theater. Stop by, and he'll help you turn your music into a CD!

? Objective: Go to the Theater to record a Demo CD.

截取一段Demo出來原來就是cut a demo? ? up-and-coming:積極進取的，很有前途的

? 完成后：

??Now you've recorded your very own Demo CD! Even if it doesn't make you rich, it's pretty cool!

8. Rags to Riches: Every star has a story. Go to the bookstore and read about how other aspiring singers made their dreams come true. It will give your mood a boost.

rags to riches:一貧如洗到腰纏萬貫，白手起家（start from scratch），麻雀變鳳凰

? 完成后：

? Your trip to the bookstore was very inspiring. Some of the books looked so good, you even thought about buying them!

9. Audio Cardio: A singer needs a strong pair of lungs. Hit the gym to pump up the volume on your singing skills.

? 完成后：

? Your workout has you breathing so deeply, you have to be careful not to pass out.

10. Local Musician Showdown: A large group of local musicians have pooled their resources to fund a guitar competition with a behemoth（巨大的，高大的） cash prize for the winner! Travel to the Theater to compete before the competition ends. If you're in a good enough mood and your guitar abilities are up to snuff, you just might take home that cash prize!

up to snuff:達標

? 完成后：

? You rocked, rolled, and stunned the crowd with your amazing fret work. There's no doubt in anyone's mind that you're the town's pre-eminent musician. Congratulations! Enjoy the cash prize to buy something fun!

11. Showtime on Center Stage: You're ready to move from Sing-A-Grams and performing for tips to taking center stage... on an actual stage! Audition at any of the Live Show Venues, and take your career to the next level.

12.Guitar Up!: The theater owner likes when you're doing with your guitar abilities, but wants to see you take your talent one step further. Improve your Guitar Skill by one level and the Theatre owner will reward you with a new composition!

? 完成后：

? Your musical abilities are really rocking! The Theatre owner is really impressed by your talent and wants you to have this new composition to see you perform it!

13. Kumbaya: It's team-buildig time at the Business Tower. Go lead the middle managers(中層管理人員) in a rousing?rendition（演唱） of Kumbaya and earn some moolah(俚語：鈔票，錢).

rousing: giving rise to excitement

? 完成后：

? Your performance of Kumbaya left everyone in tears. Hopefully in a good way.

14. Some Hogan Rock: The famous guitar player Berjes Hogan is giving a seminar today titled "Not Fretting When the Frets Won't Work." Visit the Bookstore in time for a little inspiration... you'll never regret listening to Hogan.

? 完成后：

? It?was quite a shock to find that Berjes Hogan speaks as elegantly as he plays the guitar. What a rewarding event! You're now inspired... you should play the guitar while you have your muse!

? (小人外出perform a Sing-A-Gram 的時候很容易莫名其妙著火死掉，為了達到Vocal Legend我消耗了三個Jack...剛開始不停地讓Jack彈吉他play for tips以為會加工作經(jīng)驗，結(jié)果最后發(fā)現(xiàn)只有唱歌perform for tips才會加。累死了，以后還是開秘籍吧O.O)