Cantopop

Cantopop is a vibrant genre of pop music that is a cultural hallmark of Hong Kong, characterized by its catchy melodies, emotive lyrics, and fusion of western pop with Chinese musical elements. The name is a blend of "Cantonese" and "pop music," and it gained immense popularity in the 1970s through the 2000s. It often showcases a mix of ballads and up-tempo tracks, and many songs are defined by their storytelling, melding traditional Chinese themes with modern-day narratives. Artists like Eason Chan and Joey Yung embody the versatility of Cantopop, incorporating R&B, rock, and electronic influences into their music, while maintaining the distinct Cantopop aesthetic that resonates with both local and international Chinese communities. This genre not only charts the evolution of contemporary Chinese music but also serves as an expression of Hong Kong's unique identity.

Latest Cantopop Release
undefined album image
RISE IN LOVE
Album - 7 Tracks - Released July 2, 2025
Top Artists Spotify Logo
Eason Chan
Keung To
A-Mei Chang
Faye Wong
Stefanie Sun
Hins Cheung
Top Playlists
The Sound of Hong Kong Rock 45 Cantopop artists
The Sound of Cantonese Opera 32 Cantopop artists
The Sound of Chinese Audiophile 31 Cantopop artists
The Needle / Macao 17 Cantopop artists
The Needle / Macao - Current 17 Cantopop artists
The Sound of Vintage Chinese Pop 14 Cantopop artists

RecentMusic users are tracking 392 Cantopop artists for new releases, and have access to the full timeline of 7,112 releases .

Join them and feed your new music addiction, and add the Cantopop artists you love!

Get Started Browse Arists
  1. July 2, 2025
  2. June 25
  3. June 18
  4. June 3
  5. June 2
  6. June 2
  7. May 30
  8. May 30
  9. May 30
  10. May 26
  11. May 23
  12. May 23
  13. May 23
  14. May 21
  15. May 16
  16. May 16
  17. May 16
    undefined album image
    SSR
    1 tracks
  18. May 12
  19. May 9
  20. May 8
  21. May 7
  22. May 7
  23. May 7
  24. May 7
  25. May 6
  26. May 6
  27. May 2
  28. May 2
  29. May 1
  30. May 1
  31. April 30
  32. April 30
  33. April 29
  34. April 28
  35. April 25
  36. April 25
  37. April 25
  38. April 24
  39. April 24
  40. April 22