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.
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[C-POP Classics & Popular Songs] Recommended Tracks and Hit Songs from China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan (81–90)
Desert CamelZhanzhan and Luoluo
A Latin number with a Spanish-flavored melody.
It starts with a wistful tone, but the chorus brings an emotional mid-tempo vibe—just exquisite! The duo, consisting of Shi Zhan and Luo Zhongkai, teamed up in 2014 to launch this project.
They were originally vocal instructors who founded a music studio, but with the release of this track, their careers gradually began moving toward the mainstream.
to reach a state of transcendence; to attain consummate mastery (lit. “to go out of oneself and enter the divine”)HirinKAI
Fahrenheit is like the Japanese group Arashi in terms of presence.
They’ve even served as Taiwan’s tourism ambassadors and have many female fans in Japan.
This is their most popular song.
Its title could be rendered in trendy Japanese as “kamit-teru” (“godlike”), and you can enjoy not only the song but also the superpower-drama-style music video.
Is there something wrong with love? Self-complacentKuraundo Ru (Lu Guangzhong)
Crowd Lu (盧廣仲) is a popular Taiwanese pop singer.
He specializes in pop music that blends various genres like R&B and folk.
His singing style is generally languid and understated, making it easy to listen to and highly recommended.
His track “愛情怎麼了嗎 Self-complacent” features the distinctive, languid sound he’s known for.
Translucent OneGigi Yan Ming Hei
A beautifully translucent ballad.
This is the latest single from powerhouse Hong Kong singer Gigi Yim.
Depicting a journey of self-reflection, the track was released in February 2024 and sparked major buzz.
The lyrics carry a message of opening your heart and reconnecting with purity and beauty, quietly resonating with listeners.
In the music video, Gigi herself takes on ballet; the stunning visuals expressing loneliness and inner conflict are a must-see.
It’s a song to play when you want to step away from the noise and face yourself—perfect for moments of introspection.
What time is it now?Hebe Tien
Hebe Tien, a member of Taiwan’s legendary idol group S.H.E and a hugely successful solo singer known for hits like “A Little Happiness,” released the single “What Time Is It Now?” in February 2022.
The track features her signature gentle melodies that soothe the listener.
Centered on soft, keyboard-driven tones with pleasant humming, it also incorporates a musical-style spoken delivery that ties in with lyrics that pose questions to nature and all living things.
With its elegant sound in harmony with nature, it’s a piece you’ll want to savor on a leisurely morning, like on a weekend.
