Hsiao Hung-jen

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
Born (1984-08-21) 21 August 1984
Occupation(s)Singer-songwriter, musician
Years active2008–present
Chinese name
Traditional Chinese蕭閎仁
Simplified Chinese萧闳仁
Musical career
OriginTaiwan
GenresC-pop, C-rock
Instrument(s)Piano, vocals, keyboards
LabelsSony 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
  1. "YESASIA: Hsiao Hung-Jen Debut Album CD - Hsiao Hung Jen, Sony BMG Music Entertainment (TW) - Mandarin Music - Free Shipping - North America Site".
  2. "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.
  3. "China Plus". Archived from the original on May 4, 2009.
  4. "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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