[Taiwanese Singers] Recommended Artists in C-POP and Taiwanese Music

If I were rebornGeshutaruto Otome

Gestalt Maiden “If I’m Reborn” Music Video

Formed in January 2016 in Taiwan, Gestalt Girl is known for a genre-crossing sound rooted in math rock, digital rock, and shoegaze.

The Japanese lyrics penned by vocalist Mikan further deepen their unique world.

Their July 2018 mini-album “If I Were Reborn” reached No.

7 on Spotify’s Viral Top 50, and the subsequent album “Eye Test” was also well received.

They were selected for Spotify Japan’s Early Noise 2020.

Mikan says she writes lyrics in Japanese because it’s easier for her to express her emotions.

With a new lineup featuring a bassist who joined in March 2024, their latest sound is also drawing attention.

Their airy, dreamy textures are sure to resonate with listeners seeking quality indie rock.

OYSako to hakuchi Fool ando Idiot

Fool and Idiot [OY] Official Music Video

Formed in 2015, Fool and Idiot is a band that has deepened its sound from indie rock into darker, more electronic textures.

Their 2019 debut album, “Yorunaga Yume Shō (Till 5:10 a.m.),” drew significant attention from many listeners, especially with the track “You Never Loved This World After All.” In 2024, their album “Shitai (Posture)” earned nominations in multiple categories at the Golden Melody Awards, cementing their strong reputation.

Their musical evolution—pursuing what they call their “true feelings”—is compelling, and the profound sonic world they weave is sure to captivate music fans seeking cutting-edge sounds.

Your everyday lifePiA Wu Peiya

PiA Peiya Wu | Everyday With You (Official MV)

Pia is an artist known for her warm vocals that gently accompany everyday life.

She is a singer-songwriter who began her career in 2010 with the folk band PiA.

While rooted in folk, her music blends pop and R&B, paired with lyrics that humorously depict daily life—hallmarks of her style.

With the band, she released the EP Rainy Day Diary and the album Truth from the Heart, and in 2013 carried the Japan-edition release Dreaming Goldfish on a tour of Japan.

After going solo, she released albums including I’m More Humorous.

Her intimate, acoustic performances are also popular.

If you’re looking for heartwarming music or want to experience a fresh breeze of C-POP expressed in multiple languages, I highly recommend giving her a listen.

Love does not walk alone.Show Lo

Show Lo – Love Doesn’t Walk Alone (Official Full MV)

Show Luo, known as the “Dance King,” is an artist whose appeal lies in his pop- and R&B-based music and overwhelming dance performances.

He debuted in 1996 as a member of a boy group, and in 2003 he began his path as a solo singer with the album “Show Time.” One of his signature songs, “Dance Gate,” is included on his 2006 album “Speshow,” and its innovative chair choreography created a huge buzz.

In 2005, he became the first Taiwanese pop singer to successfully hold a solo concert at Taipei Arena, further cementing his standout status in Taiwan’s music scene.

He’s definitely an artist to watch if you want to experience the energetic world of C-pop.

You Walk Toward Me (with 9m88)Banensen

Ma Nien-Hsien & 9m88 – Walking Towards Me (Official Music Video)

Ma Nien-Hsien is a musician who stands out brilliantly in Taiwan’s indie scene.

Based in Taipei, his music—often described as city pop or psychedelic AOR—boasts an irresistible urban sophistication.

Its mellow, dreamlike soundscapes have a buoyant comfort, as if lifting listeners gently away from reality.

Active since the 2010s, his body of work absorbs diverse musical elements from the West and Japan, establishing a uniquely his own sonic world that’s tropical yet somehow nostalgic.

He consistently draws keen attention from critics and actively engages with Japanese artists.

Cherishing the mood inherent in sound and the unspoken emotions it carries, his music seems especially suited to those who want to step away from the everyday and sink into a slower, more relaxed sense of time.

SEX TAPE with Sunset RollercoasterØZI

ØZI × Sunset Rollercoaster – SEX TAPE (Music Video)

Born and raised in the United States in the late 1990s, ØZI is one of the most talked-about rappers today, holding dual citizenship in Taiwan and the U.S.

He began piano at age 4 and guitar at 10, honing his talent in a musical family.

Although he entered Berklee College of Music, he dropped out to focus on his music career.

In 2018, he debuted with the album “ØZI: The Album,” quickly breaking through not only as a singer but also as a multi-hyphenate who writes, composes, and produces.

He has enjoyed a dazzling rise, including winning Best New Artist at the 30th Golden Melody Awards.

His sleek, urban sound epitomizes the next generation of artists on the global stage.

Be sure to check out ØZI’s music.

torment; suffering; agonyRi Ka Bi

[Pure Performance] Li Jiawei 'Torment' — from gentle murmurs to soaring power, singing all the bitterness and helplessness of love | I Am a Singer 3 Episode 9 | Mango TV

A singer from Malaysia who won a popular Taiwanese audition show and debuted.

This song is notorious: its full-version music video was reportedly so grotesque that it was removed from YouTube.

From the languid husky tone at the start to the soaring ultra-high notes in the chorus, the dynamic range of the vocals is outstanding.