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)
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.
Has never come back.Li Chien-Na
台湾出身の女優であり歌手です。高校では日本語コースを卒業しています。お子さんが二人いるとは思えない美貌と数々の賞を受賞した透き通るような声が魅力です。この曲は『電視劇<通靈少女>』の挿入歌でMVにも映像が使われています。
face; honor; decency; one’s public image/reputationYu Wenwen
Born on November 7, 1989, he is a Canadian singer who debuted as a member of “One and a Half Summer.” He gained popularity in 2014 and has been very active since then, releasing solo albums and appearing on various programs.
He’s even a graduate of Berklee College of Music.
So don’t think of him as just an idol—he has solid releases and is a bona fide musician with a career.
Who is she?Mōka
She is a former member of Miss A and has been pursuing a solo career in China since leaving the group.
The music video is captivating for its photogenic visual beauty.
She was the rap member during her idol days, and this track is also a rap song, with a somewhat wistful sound and visuals that are especially compelling.
seventeenS.H.E
S.H.E is a popular Taiwanese idol unit.
They’re an idol group similar to K-pop, known for their strong visuals and impressive dance skills.
Their song Seventeen has a slightly slow, mellow pop feel.
The melody is easy to listen to, so be sure to give it a try.
