[Taiwanese Singers] Recommended Artists in C-POP and Taiwanese Music
Asian music—particularly Mandopop—has been growing more and more popular every year.
A lot of great music is coming out of Taiwan, too.
You’ll find plenty of tracks with a city-pop vibe and songs featuring standout vocals.
In this article, I’ll be introducing Taiwanese artists like these!
From veteran singers to must-watch up-and-coming acts, we’ll cover a wide range.
Taiwan’s Golden Melody Awards—the country’s equivalent of the Grammys—are a lot of fun, and you might even discover artists who already feel familiar to Japanese listeners.
Let’s enjoy Taiwanese music together!
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[Taiwanese Singers] Recommended C-POP and Taiwanese Music Artists (21–30)
Anyway, I believe it.shin
A song sung by Shin, a founding member and former vocalist of the popular Taiwanese rock band Shin, which also ranks high on karaoke popularity charts.
The interplay between the hard-driving rock sound and Shin’s rugged, wistfully emotive vocals is outstanding.
Kidnapped by oneselfYō Jōrin (Reinī Yan)
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Rainie is also active as an actress and has appeared in numerous popular works.
She’s also known for being pro-Japanese and has even made her debut in Japan.
The lyrics of this song depict the feelings of a star who is hurt by public opinion.
Perhaps this “star” might even be her herself, who has faced criticism many times in the past.
Incidentally, the music video was shot over 17 hours in a ton of sawdust, and Rainie reportedly developed eye inflammation afterward and was taken to the hospital.
Truly, a star’s hardships never end.
[Taiwanese Singers] Recommended Artists in C-POP and Taiwanese Music (31–40)
Next life911
A three-man male group formed in 2009.
Their lyrics blend Mandarin and Taiwanese, a hallmark that resonates with many Taiwanese listeners.
This song tells the earnest story of a man whose relationship is opposed and who wishes to be united with his lover in the next life.
The music video, curiously styled like a zombie movie with a narrative structure, ends with an unexpected twist.
SomedayKō Ukan Han (Fan Yūhan)
Yu-Han Fann is a female singer-songwriter of Hakka Taiwanese heritage.
She became widely known through the 2019 audition show The Jungle Voice, where she challenged the eventual champion, Yo Ting Lee, though she did not win.
Motivated by a desire to promote Hakka culture, she sings in the Hakka language rather than standard Mandarin.
Her soothing melodies and warm vocals are truly wonderful.
If you enjoy a stylish vibe or acoustic sounds, be sure to check her out!
Taipei styleWei-chi
WeiQi, born and raised in Taipei, is of Paiwan indigenous heritage and is known for her richly expressive vocals sung in the Paiwan language.
She grew up listening to Western music, and much of her work carries a calm, jazz- and R&B-tinged vibe.
She writes and composes her own songs.
Her 2020 track Taipei Wind was supported by Abao, a fellow Paiwan artist who won three awards at the 31st Golden Melody Awards.
The album žž, which includes this song, was nominated for Best Indigenous Language Singer and Best Indigenous Language Album at the 32nd Golden Melody Awards.
I only care about you.Ton Rei Kun
Known by the nickname “Sweetheart of the Armed Forces,” she remains popular as a diva across not only the Chinese-speaking world but also many Asian countries even after her passing.
In Japan, she is widely known for winning the Cable Music Award and appearing on the Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
In China, stamps bearing her likeness are still issued, and she has become a legend not only as a singer but also as a cultural icon.
I am sad.5566
5566 is an idol group in Taiwan that rivals F4 and Fahrenheit in popularity.
Each member is active across a wide range of fields, including singing, acting, and variety shows.
This song is one of their big hits—a slightly bittersweet ballad that looks back with regret on the past, expressing that what’s lost can never return.