Hsiao Hung-jen
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Chinese name | 蕭閎仁 (traditional) |
Chinese name | 萧闳仁 (simplified) |
Pinyin | Xiāo Hóng Rén (Mandarin) |
Origin | Taiwan |
Born | August 21, 1984 |
Occupation | Singer-songwriter, musician |
Genre(s) | C-pop, C-rock |
Instrument(s) | Piano, vocals, keyboards |
Label(s) | Sony BMG Asia (2008–present) |
Years active | 2008–present |
Hsiao Hung-jen (simplified Chinese: 萧闳仁; traditional Chinese: 蕭閎仁; pinyin: Xiāo Hóng Rén; Wade–Giles: Hsiao Hung Jen; sometimes Xiao Hong Ren) (born August 21, 1984) is a Taiwanese musician who notably mixes Taiwanese Hokkien, Mandarin, and occasionally English in his lyrics. He first gained fame at 11 years old when he won a singing competition on Taiwan's popular "Five Light Awards" program.[1]
Hsiao has collaborated with other stars on the Asian pop music scene such as Jay Chou (who directed the music video for Hsiao's first single, "Watch the Sleeves Go Down"[2]) and F.I.R.'s Ian Chen.[3] Aside from pop ballads on love and romance, Hsiao's lyrics often focus on social criticism and his Taiwanese roots.
His debut album "Hsiso Hung-Jen Debut Album" was released in May 2008, followed by his second album "His Name is F*ck" in March 2009.[4] His third album was released on December 31, 2010.
Hsiao was nominated in 2009 for "Best Newcomer" in Taiwan's 20th Golden Melody Awards.
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