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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] (1–10)
I don’t care about you.Kachin U (Ho a Chanyu)
He appeared on the music audition show Happy Boy in 2013 and debuted as the champion on September 27.
In the same year, he won the Most Popular Male Singer Award at the Music Billboard Newcomer Ceremony.
In 2018, he competed on the music competition program Singer 2018 and finished as the runner-up.
That same year, he became the first singer in his twenties to hold the Mars Concert 2018 at the Beijing National Stadium.
Big FishShūshin (Jō Shen)
Zhou Shen is a singer born in 1992.
He came into the spotlight and debuted through the 2014 audition show The Voice of China.
His representative songs include his debut track, “Big Fish.” With a high tone that hardly seems male and an extraordinarily clear, beautiful voice, he has been described as having “a voice kissed by an angel.” He stands at the very top of China’s animation scene.
He also performed the Chinese version of the theme song “Always With Me” from the film Spirited Away.
He is said to be close friends with Mao Buyi, a highly popular artist known for folk-style songs.
Confession BalloonShū Jierun (Jei Chorun)
Jay Chou is a singer-songwriter whose broad, versatile musicality—shifting in expression from one work to the next—has earned wide support.
As a creator, his background draws from a range of genres including R&B, rock, and hip-hop.
He first worked as a professional composer providing songs to other artists, and debuted as a singer in 2000.
He has released major hits such as “Love Confession” (告白氣球) and “Won’t Be” (不該).
He is also highly regarded as an actor, appearing in Hollywood’s The Green Hornet in 2010.
JourneyChō Tetsukan (Chan Jāhan)
This is Zhang Zhehan, who is active as both a singer and an actor.
Born in Jiangxi Province in 1991, he made his drama debut in 2010 with “How Could I Fall in Love with You.” He began his music career in 2019 with the single “Light” and has continued to release songs energetically ever since.
Although he paused his activities in 2021 due to a certain incident, he resumed in 2022.
He is a highly versatile talent who writes and composes his own music and even runs a fashion brand.
Please take your time and lose yourself in his sweet singing voice!
greenChen Xuening (Chenshuenin)
A guitar balladeer—like how we’d say YUI in Japan—Chen Xue Ning.
Her hallmark is that clear, translucent voice! There’s nothing particularly novel about the sound or approach, but her straightforward, heartfelt musicality resonated with fans and didn’t let go.
By the way, this song is a heartbreak tune about a love that’s ended.
It poignantly sings of loneliness, pleading, “Why you?”
unstainedMao Bui
Mao Buyi is a singer-songwriter born in 1994.
His round face and large glasses might be considered his signature charm.
A former nurse, he began playing guitar and writing songs as a way to escape stress.
His debut track, “Drown Your Sorrows,” which won a competition, became a massive hit, surpassing 500 million streams.
Often called the Chinese Bob Dylan, his folk-tinged sound has a calming effect.
Despite his youth, he has released numerous hits, many with profound lyrics.
If you enjoy laid-back songs, he’s definitely worth your attention.
Exchanging the Remainder of One’s LifeHayashi Shunsuke (JJ Lin)
Singer JJ Lin, affectionately known as “JJ,” hails from Singapore.
He made his Taiwan debut in 2003 with the album Music Voyager.
Raised in a musical family, he developed versatile abilities and a richly expressive vocal style that truly stands out.
Beyond music, he showcases his talent as a producer across art, apparel, and e-sports.
In 2020, he also collaborated with fashion designer Hiroshi Fujiwara and DJ Steve Aoki, hinting at even broader possibilities ahead.