[2026] Popular Chinese Singers and Artists Active in the Chinese-speaking World [C-POP]
Asian music is attracting more and more attention every year.
In this article, we’re focusing on Chinese singers.
Curious about Chinese pop and which artists are out there?Take a look!
We’ve picked a wide range of artists—from legendary figures who’ve made history to promising newcomers and charismatic vocalists.
In recent years, many people may have discovered them through social media or via connections with idol groups.
You might even find some familiar names for Japanese audiences and plenty of new discoveries!
Enjoy exploring the Chinese music scene!
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[2026] Popular Chinese Singers and Artists Active in the Chinese-speaking World [C-POP] (81–90)
ChengduZhao Lei
Zhao Lei is a singer-songwriter known for his gentle, heart-touching voice.
Born in Beijing, he began his music career in high school.
He’s a free-spirited, proactive figure, performing solo sets while touring pub bars and traveling to places like Tibet and Yunnan.
Through energetic live tours and other activities, he raised his profile, and in 2017 he performed “Chengdu” on a music program, gaining even more popularity.
The feelings he has cultivated through his journey and the down-to-earth messages embedded in his songs resonate with listeners across a wide range of ages.
See You Next TimeAGA 江海迦 (Agasa Kon)
Agatha Kong is a Hong Kong singer-songwriter born in 1988, of mixed Spanish and Hong Kong heritage.
Before becoming a singer, she reportedly worked as a flight attendant.
Discovered by renowned Hong Kong producer Schumann, she began composing and debuted in 2013 with the single “Hello.” That same year, she won the Gold Award for Best New Artist at the Ultimate Song Chart Awards.
Since then, she has continued to win numerous awards, including for her 2018 album “Luna” and her 2019 single “Tonight,” making her one of Hong Kong’s leading female artists.
Her soft, gentle voice pairs beautifully with her signature mellow pop sound.
Especially recommended for fans of healing, soothing songs.
May I win the heart of one person (and never be separated).Li Xingliang
Li Hanliang is a highly skilled producer and pop singer, born in 1983 in Xiangyang, Hubei Province.
With a slender face and signature glasses, he has the look of a clean-cut, likeable young man.
His gentle, emotional singing voice has earned him strong results multiple times on the singing competition show The Voice of China.
He’s especially known for moving ballads like his 2012 signature song “Yuan De Yi Ren Xin” (“To Win One Heart”).
One of his appeals is the smooth, rounded quality of his music—free of sharp edges and softly enveloping to the ear.
In 2019, he launched a city pop project that was becoming a movement in China at the time.
In 2021, the album Leisurely Vacation (Youchang Jiaqi) was released in Japan on cassette and LP, making it a strong recommendation for pop music fans.
Good Night SongFei Yu-ching
He participated in the Star-to-Star Singing Competition hosted by China Television Company in 1972 and won the championship, with the final broadcast in 1973.
The song he performed there, “Yan Yu Xie Yang,” placed fourth, marking his official debut.
In 1984, at the 19th Golden Bell Awards, he won the Golden Bell Award for Male Singer and has since been acclaimed as the Golden Bell King of Songs.
In conclusion
We’ve unraveled the deep allure of C-pop. From rising young artists who move Gen Z to seasoned veterans who continue to carve out their own paths, the diverse voices of Chinese singers bring fresh color to our everyday lives. As you feel the passion of artists that resonates beyond language barriers and the pulse of rappers who weave razor-sharp lyrics, be sure to savor the thrill of discovering new music.