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 Classics & Popular Songs] Recommended tracks and hit songs from China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan (151–160)
What makes me meet someone like you?Shiro Yasui ANN
Ann, a female singer-songwriter born in Taipei.
She is a singer who has earned the respect of Jackie Chan, who enjoys wide support across Asia.
Known for her clear, translucent voice, her song “What Brings Me to You (是什麼讓我遇見這樣的你)” is arranged to showcase her vocals.
The world is so big, yet I still met you.Teikyou
The song “The World Is So Big, Yet I Still Met You,” released in January 2020 by singer Chen Shang, who became famous on TikTok.
It’s a Chinese version of the Myanmar song “Fresh Little Girl,” with lyrics written by Chen Shang for this cover.
It went viral online through TikTok and QQ Music, and won many awards, including a spot in the Top 10 Pop Songs at the 2021 Tencent Music Awards.
A heartwarming song about friendships formed while traveling and the miracle of meeting in such a vast world.
Chen Shang’s graceful vocals make it soothing to listen to.
It’s a perfect track for those moments when you’re thinking of someone dear who is far away.
Oh GirlCosmospeople
They’re a Taiwanese band formed in 2004.
After debuting in 2009, they’ve been active both at home and abroad, and even performed at Summer Sonic in 2014.
Their music videos and sound are stylish and guaranteed to put you in a great mood.
Listen to just one song and you’ll definitely be hooked.
Asuka and CicadaRenran
Ren Ran, a pop singer born in 1989 from Chengdu, has been gradually gaining recognition and is mainly active online.
“Asuka and Cicada” (Hikaru and Cicada) is a medium-tempo track released in 2020, notable for its richly evocative atmosphere and beautiful sense of seasonality.
Ren Ran’s gently enveloping vocals are soothing.
Although it seems to be a song about parting, it has a healing quality that makes you want to listen to it endlessly.
Both the melody and the singing are lovely.
It might be nice to look back on a summer memory or a cherished moment while listening.
release; let fly; set freeXu Song
Born in 1986, Xu Song became popular on the internet through his personal website.
He also drew major attention with “Funeral of the Rose.” In 2021, his song “Fang Fei,” the theme for the web drama My Heroic Husband starring Guo Qilin and Song Yi, became a hit.
As the title suggests, its floaty, drifting feel is addictive.
The use of harmonies gives it a distinctly Chinese, oriental mood that’s pleasant and perfect for relaxing.
Renrannen
Ren Ran is a female singer born in 1989 from Chengdu, Sichuan Province.
She’s an internet singer who is becoming part of the mainstream even in Japan, and her gentle voice has earned the reputation of being “a voice kissed by an angel.” Its clarity is beautiful.
The lyrics, which evoke a sense of farewell, create a fragile, nostalgic world, and together with Ren Ran’s comforting vocals, they feel as though they give voice to emotions that have nowhere to go.
It’s the kind of music you’ll want to listen to slowly in the middle of the night.
In conclusion
We’ve introduced a lot of C-POP up to this point.
Did you find a favorite song that suits you? In Japan, you might not come across much information unless you actively look for it, but there are many songs that offer fresh discoveries and stimulate your senses—I think it’s really fun! Try expanding your playlist little by little starting from your favorite track.