Popular Chinese singer and artist 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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Popular Chinese singers and artists active in the Chinese-speaking world [C-POP] (31–40)
Desan (emerging from the mountain)hanagayu

The hit song Chushan, which sparked issues like copying in China, is sung from a child’s perspective about a mother’s wish for her child to “get married.” Leaving the mountains symbolizes leaving one’s parents, doesn’t it? Huāzhōu, born on July 21, 1993, in Ürümqi, Xinjiang, graduated from Central South University of Forestry and Technology and is an independent musician not signed to any label.
Heavenly RoadHan Hong

Han Hong, celebrated for her beautiful high voice and songs distinguished by influences from Tibetan music, is regarded as one of the finest singers in mainland China.
This piece, inspired by the Qinghai–Tibet Railway in her homeland of Tibet and by the joyful faces of the Tibetan people, conjures up images of Tibet’s mountains and blue skies the moment you listen.
The great river flows eastwardAran

In Japan, alan is known for singing the theme song of the live-action film BALLAD: A Na mo Naki Koi no Uta, which was based on the anime film Crayon Shin-chan: Arashi o Yobu Appare! Sengoku Daikassen.
This is the theme song for the movie Red Cliff, which is based on the Battle of Red Cliffs from the Romance of the Three Kingdoms.
With a voice that borders on divine, she conveys a magnificent sense of scale.
The Japanese version was released under the title Kuon no Kawa.
I once didGe Bi Lao Fan

A slow ballad that starts with a piano-only intro, then brings in a soulful, weeping guitar at the break.
It’s a classic approach, but it’s the perfect sound for a ballad! The interplay with the strings is also pleasing.
Ge Bi Lao Fan was born on November 2, 1998, in Chengde, Hebei Province.
In 2017, his cover of “Girl” drew attention and led to his major debut.
JuiceKris Wu

He is a former member of EXO and has been active in China as a solo artist since leaving the group.
In China, he is better known as an actor than as a singer.
The film he starred in, “Sweet Sixteen” (Summer’s Desire), won an award at the Tokyo International Film Festival.
Footage from “xXx: Return of Xander Cage,” in which he also appeared, is used in this music video.
Popular Chinese singers and artists active in the Chinese-speaking world [C-POP] (41–50)
My left hand is next to your right hand.Chō Seii

One of the singers who emerged from Super Girl, a female singer audition program that has enjoyed nationwide popularity in China since it began airing in 2004.
It’s similar to Japan’s ASAYAN.
This is a refreshing graduation song that calls out to a dear friend, saying, “Even if we’re apart, our hearts will always be together.”
I still love you.maganryoku

The title means “After all, I love you.” It’s a bittersweet ballad from a rising band that has been gaining attention in Japan, and even made their second appearance at Summer Sonic in 2015.
Surprisingly, the Japanese lyrics for this song were written by none other than Atsushi Tamura from London Boots (Ronbu).


