Top 10 Chinese Pop Songs of the 1980s
With the implementation of reform and opening-up policy in the 1980s, Chinese pop music appeared and developed rapidly. Various genres of pop hits stormed the mainland China. Below is a list of the 10 most popular songs in the 1980s.
1. A Fire In Winter 冬天里的一把火 – Fei Xiang
“A Fire In Winter” was sung by Fei Xiang in 1987 Spring Festival Gala and became the most popular song in mainland China overnight.
2. Nothing To My Name 一无所有 – Cui Jian
“Nothing To My Name” is a 1986 Chinese rock song by Cui Jian. The song mixes traditional Chinese style with modern rock elements. The song cried out the true feelings of his generation and this song also declared the birth of mainland rock music.
3. Late Arrival 迟到 – Zhang Xing
“Late Arrival” was sung by Zhang Xing in the 1970s in Taiwan and became popular on the Chinese mainland in 1980s. The song tells about a young man’s refusal of a girl’s love.
4. Maybe in Winter 大约在冬季 – Qi Qin
“Maybe In Winter” was sung by famous singer Qi Qin. The fiancée is asking her fiance when he will be back, he says he may come back in winter…
5. My Chinese Heart 我的中国心 – Zhang Minmin
“My Chinese Heart” is a Chinese patriotic song popular among overseas Chinese. Zhang Minmin sang the song during the Spring Festival Gala in 1984.
6. The Bund 上海滩 – Frances Yip
“The Bund” was the theme song of the same title TV series, performed by Frances Yip. It was a memorable Canto pop hit.
7. The Great Wall Never Fall Down 万里长城永不倒 – Johnny Yip
“The Great Wall Never Fall Down” is theme song of the Hong Kong TV series Legendary Fok, which is about the life of Chinese martial arts master Fok Yuen-ka. It reminds Chinese descendants of historical indignities and encourages people to work to build strong and prosperous country.
8. Descendants Of The Dragon 龙的传人 – Leehom Wang
“Descendants Of The Dragon” was sung by Leehom Wang. The song owns rich rock and dance elements and also summaries life experiences of Chinese American.
9. A Game A Dream 一场游戏一场梦 – Dave Wong
“A Game A Dream” was a memorable hit song sung by Taiwanese pop artist.Dave Wong, the song is from his debut album of the same title.
10. Love In Deep Autumn 爱在深秋
“Love In Deep Autumn” was first sung by Alan Tam in 1984. The song was collected in his album “The Root of Love” which made Tam become famous in the mid-1980s.
