Hsiao Hung-jen (Chinese: 蕭閎仁; pinyin: Xiāo Hóng Rén; Wade–Giles: Hsiao Hung Jen; Pe̍h-ōe-jī: Siau Hông-jîn; sometimes Xiao Hong Ren; born 21 August 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 Hung-jen | |||||||
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| Born | 21 August 1984 | ||||||
| Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter, musician | ||||||
| Years active | 2008–present | ||||||
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| Traditional Chinese | 蕭閎仁 | ||||||
| Simplified Chinese | 萧闳仁 | ||||||
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| Musical career | |||||||
| Origin | Taiwan | ||||||
| Genres | C-pop, C-rock | ||||||
| Instrument(s) | Piano, vocals, keyboards | ||||||
| Labels | Sony BMG Asia (2008–present) | ||||||
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 31 December 2010.
Hsiao was nominated in 2009 for "Best Newcomer" in Taiwan's 20th Golden Melody Awards.
References edit
- ^ "YESASIA: Hsiao Hung-Jen Debut Album CD - Hsiao Hung Jen, Sony BMG Music Entertainment (TW) - Mandarin Music - Free Shipping - North America Site".
- ^ "Jay Chou Studio - Hsiao Hung Jen's first single gets Jay Chou to direct MV". Archived from the original on August 2, 2014. Retrieved August 22, 2009.
- ^ "China Plus". Archived from the original on May 4, 2009.
- ^ "蕭閎仁 Hsiao Hung Jen 全新創作專輯 - 法克這個人". www.sonymusic.com.hk. Archived from the original on June 12, 2009.
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