Top 5 Most Loved Chinese Songs

Original Artists: Sun Yuchai & Xiao Quan

Cover: Phung De Mac,...

Excerpt from the original lyrics:

"I don’t care about others’ opinions

For a girl like you who takes the lead

It takes courage to overcome the ambiguity

It’s hard to avoid being confused by it all.

I know you feel more than just like for me

But in my eyes, there’s no answer you want

With these hot and cold moments, it’s driving you crazy

No, should I stay closer?"

This catchy song has a quick tempo with some rap elements. It's the song I've listened to most over a long period. It captures the feelings of a girl who loves silently from afar. The lyrics clearly express her confusion, self-doubt, and unspoken emotions. The boy knows she likes him but doesn’t show whether he feels the same. The song also conveys the girl's exhaustion from her one-sided love. Many people will see themselves in the story when they hear it.

The melody is fast-paced, making it easy to sing along, but for those unfamiliar with Chinese, covering it might take extra effort.

Original Artists: Liu Zhi & Xia Jingxian

Excerpt from the original lyrics:

"I owe you a phrase: 'I love you'

But for so long, I’ve kept it hidden in my heart

There are things that love will always keep a secret

And beautiful memories will be cherished in our hearts

I once wanted the whole world to know I love you

But in the end, we couldn’t be together

You met me, the right person, but at the wrong time

Perhaps it was all fate"

This song, like the previous two, is gentle in style but has a slightly more melancholic and sorrowful tone. It’s performed as a dialogue between two people, and their voices harmonize beautifully, creating a very touching song. The song expresses the unfinished love story between the two characters.

Personally, I’ve always found one-person dialogue songs more common, so this two-person dialogue was a pleasant surprise. The lyrics are easy to understand and deeply resonate with listeners.

Other name: Unintended Love

Excerpt from the original lyrics:

"I'm afraid I might fall for you"

I'm afraid to get too close
Worried that I can't offer you anything

Loving you takes a lot of courage!

I'm afraid I might fall for you
And one day, this love will be uncontrollable

Longing for you, but suffering alone

Loving you is the greatest helplessness..."

The song is the OST of the popular drama, Boys Over Flowers. It's a song about a boy who, from the first encounter, couldn't stop falling for the girl but hesitated to approach her, yet couldn’t control his emotions. The title reflects the theme of unintended love.

The song is sweet and the lyrics are tender and adorable. Its melody is catchy, and you can get hooked after just one listen. The rhythm is mellow, making it a great song for anyone to cover. It has been covered by fans in both China and Vietnam. It's truly a song worth listening to.

Original Singer: Phác Thụ

Covers: Hoa Thần Vũ, Luân Tang, Excuse Me band..

Excerpt from the original lyrics:

"I have crossed high mountains, sailed vast oceans"

Passed through a sea of people

All that I once possessed

In the blink of an eye, it turns to smoke

I have once lost my way, felt hopeless

Losing all sense of direction

Until I realized that simplicity was the only answer"

This song is uplifting. It is the OST for the film *The Continent*. The song starts slow but gradually picks up pace. It comforts those who have faced setbacks and encourages them to keep going. You can feel a sense of freedom and peace in the song.

The song has been covered by many, and there have been numerous comparisons between the original and the various covers. However, each version brings its unique emotional expression, so comparisons may not always be fair.

The song is the OST for *The Summer Solstice*.

Original Singer: Sầm Ninh Nhi

Covers: Luân Tang, Uông Tô Lang, Từ Vi, and more...

Excerpt from the original lyrics:

"So I will follow wherever you go"

Like the night chasing the sunlight.

And I will forever stand at that crossroad

Hoping one day, you might pass by.

For you, I look up at the distant horizon

My eyes blurry, but my heart still feels empty.

Love is like sunlight fading into nothingness

It feels like it was never there, just a fleeting moment."

This song has a gentle, deep melody that leaves a lasting impression on the listener. The lyrics are simple enough for anyone to learn and sing along. It’s one of the most covered songs. As the OST of a youth drama, its lyrics reflect the storyline, expressing the emotional journey of those who stubbornly pursue a one-sided love, knowing that it will never lead to a happy ending, but still continuing to love the person.