Singer-Songwriter Chen Kin-on Releases Personal New Single After Japan Recording Adventure
SingTao · 1 SOURCES1 day ago5 MIN
Summary
Singer-songwriter Chen Kin-on (陳健安), known as On-jai of the music group C AllStar, has released his fifth song of 2026 titled 'Unbeatable' (天下無敵), which marks his first overseas recording experience in Japan . The song was co-composed with his middle school friend Yip Siu-fai (葉澍暉, Jeffrey), who also handled arrangement and production. The track draws inspiration from their first group trip with friends they have known for over 20 years, taken earlier this year. Chen decided to transform all the travel footage into the music video, editing it personally to preserve their friendship memories .
Key Points
- Chen Kin-on released his fifth song of the year 'Unbeatable' (天下無敵), co-written with longtime friend Yip Siu-fai (Jeffrey)
- For the Japan recording trip, Chen prepared one month in advance, practicing the song extensively at home to ensure he was ready
- Seven friends traveled to Japan twice this year, recording extensive footage that Chen edited into the music video himself
- Chen included his friends' voices in the song's chorus section, creating a personal memento of their friendship
- Chen broke down in tears when first performing the bridge lyric 'Play once more, or perhaps turning around means a lifetime'
Why It Matters
The collaboration between Chen and his school friends exemplifies how Hong Kong musicians are creating increasingly personal and authentic work that resonates with local audiences. Chen's upcoming concept album 'Time Sense [Early]' (時間感【早】) and his November 29 concert at the West Kowloon Cultural District's Freespace Demo Room represent a new direction in Hong Kong's indie music scene, where personal stories become universal themes . The concert's exclusive pre-show talk by lyricist Oscar and 1:1 photo opportunities with VIP ticket holders demonstrate how local artists are building deeper connections with fans beyond traditional promotional channels .
The collaboration between Chen and his school friends exemplifies how Hong Kong musicians are creating increasingly personal and authentic work that resonates with local audiences. Chen's upcoming concept album 'Time Sense [Early]' (時間感【早】) and his November 29 concert at the West Kowloon Cultural District's Freespace Demo Room represent a new direction in Hong Kong's indie music scene, where personal stories become universal themes . The concert's exclusive pre-show talk by lyricist Oscar and 1:1 photo opportunities with VIP ticket holders demonstrate how local artists are building deeper connections with fans beyond traditional promotional channels .