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.
There are popular theme songs as well as singers and bands who have collaborated with Japanese artists, so keep an eye on those connections too, and be sure to check them out.
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[C-POP Masterpieces & Popular Songs] Recommended Tracks and Hit Songs from China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan (51–60)
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.
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.
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.
[C-POP Classics & Popular Songs] Recommended and Hit Songs from China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan (61–70)
Tears of FortuneEVERFOR
EVERFOR is a project by Su Wei-An, guitarist of the Taiwanese city-pop band Freckles.
This track was released in April 2020.
Overflowing with EVER FOR’s love for city pop and the Shibuya-kei sound, it’s a number whose sparkling sonics are pleasing to the ear and intoxicatingly mellow.
The coupling track also includes a self-cover of “Kasuka na Ugoki,” a song originally provided to Kaede from the Japanese idol unit Negicco.
Love me, don’t leaveChō Shingaku
Taiwanese rock singer Chang Chen-yue.
One of his signature songs, “Love Me, Don’t Go,” was released in 1998 as the title track of the album Secret Base and became a huge hit.
Covered by famous artists like Jay Chou, the song is a poignant breakup ballad that mirrors the chill of the night air.
Its lyrics are simple and easy to relate to.
While the lyrics alone feel sorrowful, paired with Chang Chen-yue’s vocals, the acoustic number carries a gentle, soothing resonance.
Snowflakes fallingShūshin
A song that became the theme for the 2020 Chinese TV drama “Skate Into Love” (Bingtang Dun Xueli).
The high notes are so beautiful that I initially thought it was sung by a woman, but the singer, Zhou Shen, is actually male.
His clear, crystalline voice is utterly enchanting—like an angel.
“Xue Hua Luo Xia” is crafted with romantic, sweet lyrics and sound that perfectly match the romantic-comedy vibe of the show.
Listening to this track will surely make the time you spend with your lover feel even more precious.