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 (41–50)
In this city, I lost you — Where I Lost UsGokunin Accusefive
A coed Taiwanese band, Accusefive, included this track on their album “Easy Come, Easy Go,” released on December 31, 2020, and it became a big hit in 2021.
The music video, which portrays stories set in Taiwan, Japan, and France, is particularly striking.
While Taiwanese music often has a gentle feel, this song also offers a soothing sound that evokes a natural flow.
The twin-vocal harmonies by guitarist-vocalist Pan Yun-an and vocalist Quan Qing (Inch) are beautifully delivered.
I’m Not Yours Feat. Namie AmuroJolin Tsai
This is a collaboration between Taiwanese songstress Jolin Tsai and Japan’s songstress Namie Amuro.
Many beautiful women appear, but the beauty and strength of these two stand out above the rest.
They are truly charismatic women whom other women admire.
East District East DistrictEighty-three Day
“Dongqu Dongqu” stands out with its dance-music vibe and uniquely resonant sound.
It’s the title track from Vurbsanyo’s self-produced 2012 album “Final 8/31.” Vurbsanyo, known as the younger-brother band to Mayday, is popular for its emotional style.
The song repeatedly chants “Dongqu,” a chic district in Taipei, and it’s a party tune whose irresistibly catchy rhythm perfectly matches that desire to feel free.
Be sure to check out the music video, which contrasts their workday selves with scenes of dancing the night away at a club.
It’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser at karaoke—perfect for blowing off steam!
The Main Hit of Love (Hiccup)Show Luo
They are a well-known artist famous for being a great admirer of Japan.
Wanting to capture a J-pop vibe, they learned dance from SAM of TRF and have even released a duet with Kumi Koda, showcasing their multi-talented nature.
This song is a perfect example where that influence really shines through.
Tomorrow will be fine.Sodagreen
Sodagreen is a Taiwanese indie rock band.
They went on hiatus in 2017 due to their contract expiring and each member’s wish to focus on family, but they returned in February 2020 with “Tomorrow will be fine.” It’s a song brimming with Sodagreen’s gentle charm.
The words infused with the hope that “tomorrow will surely be sunny,” the beautiful sound incorporating piano tones, and the softly singable melody are all incredibly uplifting.
You can easily picture the scene of a live audience singing along in unison.
Your love is even greater than I imagined.nasu tamago EggPlantEgg
Egg Plant Egg is an alternative rock band whose buzzworthy style features songs in Taiwanese, with its distinctive pronunciation rooted in the southern Fujian dialect.
This single, released in March 2021, was chosen as the theme song for the Taiwanese film “Man in Love.” With an atmosphere that conveys emotional turbulence, racing guitars, and an increasingly driving sound, it portrays a blazing romance from multiple angles.
It’s incredibly cool!
I still love you.maganryoku
A rock band from Taiwan that enjoys immense popularity in the Chinese-speaking world.
For some reason, they made their debut in Japan under Yoshimoto Kogyo.
Their Japan-released album even includes a song with lyrics by Atsushi Tamura of London Boots.
Their heartrending ballads and vocals resonate deeply.