| Hsiao Hung-Jen | |
|---|---|
| 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, 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 will be released on 31 Dec 2010.
Hsiao was nominated in 2009 for "Best Newcomer" in Taiwan's 20th Golden Melody Awards.