C-POP Classics and Popular Songs: Recommended Tracks and Hit Songs from China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan
In this article, we’ll introduce many classic C-pop songs that have been growing in popularity year by year!
C-pop is widely loved.
As an umbrella term for music from the Chinese-speaking world—centered around Mandarin-based Mandopop, along with music originating from Taiwan and Hong Kong’s Cantopop—you’ll find yourself captivated by its many styles.
You’ll surely be drawn in by the high level of musicality and the powerful, skillful vocals.
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[C-POP Masterpieces & Popular Songs] Recommended Tracks and Hit Songs from China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan (91–100)
Forever LoveŌ Rikō
A Chinese American from the United States, she is a multi-talented performer based in Taiwan.
In addition to English, she also speaks Chinese and Japanese.
Gifted from a young age, she debuted at the age of 19.
This song showcases her refined looks, slightly husky and sexy vocals, and unmistakable skill.
Wing Chunnana-taba
It’s a grand music video that runs for about six and a half minutes.
Suddenly, a lot of beautiful girls appear and start dancing, which is quite surprising.
Even that stage is part of the story.
The Asian sound with a Chinese feel and the elegant dance using fans are mesmerizing to watch.
Thank you for having been here.Ayo97 & A Han
A fantasy-tinged track released in February 2019.
While it falls into the heartbreak-song category, it isn’t straightforward—its lyrics are abstract, full of phrasing that’s a bit removed from reality.
You can kind of sense that from the cover art, right? Is the original motif Assassin’s Creed, perhaps? It’s a ballad leaning toward rap, and I think that makes it approachable for Japanese listeners.
HoneyOushin-rin
Cyndi Wang, whose 2022 revival hit “Ai Ni” has been a hot topic, is also known for her signature song “Honey,” the title track from her 2005 album of the same name, which sold over one million copies across Asia.
With its sweet, nostalgic sound and adorable choreography, the song overflows with cuteness.
It was apparently popular on Niconico in Japan at the time.
The catchy, charming chorus is so easy to hum along to, making it a great recommendation for idol fans and anyone who wants to listen to cute C-pop!
Under the SkinRakujitsu Hisha Sunset Rollercoaster
This is a track released in October 2020 by Sunset Rollercoaster, a Taipei-based band with close ties to Japan.
The city pop vibe and the gentle, floating feel are so comfortable.
Just before this song, they also released “Candlelight,” featuring Oh Hyuk, the frontman of the Korean band HYUKOH.
If you like a sophisticated, urban atmosphere with a touch of psychedelic sound, this will be irresistible—it’s super stylish.
The pleasant groove and their solid musicianship are outstanding.
Between calmness and passionTFBOYS Iyō Chien-ki
Yiyang Qianxi, an idol born in 2000, started studying music at the age of five and joined the popular idol group TFBOYS at thirteen.
Recently, he has been doing more solo activities and is shifting toward a full-fledged artist path.
This work, Between Calmness and Passion, offers a glimpse into that side of him as an artist.
boymearen
“Shonen” (Boy) is a song released in November 2019 by Menglen, a Han Chinese singer from Inner Mongolia.
He wrote both the lyrics and the music.
The track went viral on TikTok, and its story of a boy chasing his dreams resonated with many, leading to a hit in 2020.
It was also used as background music by People’s Daily.
I highly recommend it as a life-affirming song.
The rap section is wonderful too.
It wraps you in a happy atmosphere, brings back the childlike passion of losing yourself in something, and offers warm encouragement when you feel stuck.