The Crane

**The Crane** (born Crane Wang) is a buzzy Taiwanese-Canadian singer-songwriter carving out a unique space in Mandopop with his silky R&B grooves and bilingual flair. Emerging in 2021 under the NXWV label (home to Sunset Rollercoaster), he blends Mandarin and English lyrics with lush, retro-inspired production – think lo-fi beats, funky basslines, and a vibe that’s equal parts late-night chill and TikTok-ready catchiness. Tracks like "TALENT," "PRINCESS," and the cheekily titled "鶴園 Crane Garden" showcase his knack for mixing soulful vocals with playful cultural nods, while collabs with artists like ØZI ("Unique Design") hint at his rising cred in Asia’s alt-R&B scene.

Whether he’s serving up moody introspection on "DISEASE" or leaning into sassy, synth-drenched charm on "LIMO," The Crane’s music feels like a genre-hopping passport – a little Toronto cool, a little Taipei swagger, and 100% his own recipe. With recent drops like "I Love You More (than adore)" and "Monday Girl," he’s quickly becoming the go-to guy for listeners craving Mandarin pop that grooves outside the box.

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