There’s no denying that Jay Chou is the King of Mandopop. He has reigned as Taiwan’s prime artist on Spotify for the previous 4 years and was topped Top Mandopop Artist in Spotify’s 2022 Wrapped.
Jay started his music profession as a composer. However, after releasing his 2000 self-titled debut album, he proved himself as a pop singer. Over the span of twenty-two years, he has launched 15 albums, and he’s liked by followers all around the world.
It’s been six years since his final album, however Jay is again with Greatest Works of Art. “This album reflects my current thoughts and feelings,” the singer-songwriter shared with For the Record whereas visiting Spotify’s workplace in Singapore. “Many know that I have been keen on collecting art in recent years, so [for this album] I have integrated my thoughts on art into my songs.” Jay’s utilizing this album, and its music movies, as a strategy to deliver collectively artwork and music.
Mandopop—Mandarin pop music—has transcended its roots in Chinese-speaking cultures to garner followers worldwide. Jay’s music is one introduction to the style.
The artist’s new video, “Cold Hearted,” options Jabbawockeez—the group that received the primary season of the MTV present America’s Best Dance Crew—dancing in areas around the globe. By collaborating with world expertise, Jay hopes to introduce extra followers to his music and to Mandopop. “In the Western world, while many may not understand Mandarin, music and dance are universally understood languages,” he defined. “I look forward to collaborating with more musicians from all over the world in the future.”
Check out Jay’s newest tracks from his album Greatest Works of Art beneath.