Cantopop singer Danny Chan’s 7 most iconic songs – remembering a Hong Kong icon who also starred in movies alongside Chow Yun-fat and Leslie Cheung
He emerged as one of Cantopop’s first idols in the 70s and 80s, known for his romantic ballads and remembered for final hit Life Expectations, but he also starred alongside Chow Yun-fat and Cherie Chung in An Autumn’s Tale
Music legends are remembered for different reasons. Some for reaching new artistic heights, some for breaking stereotypes and boundaries, and others simply for the enduring quality of the songs they left us with. Danny Chan Pak-keung is one such legend. Emerging in the 70s and gaining fame in the 80s, Chan was one of Canto-pop’s first idols. His romantic ballads, when combined with his unmistakable voice, made fans all over Asia swoon.
Chan’s chiselled good looks led him to star alongside the likes of Leslie Cheung and Chow Yun-fat, and most notably he played Cherie Chung’s boyfriend in An Autumn’s Tale. However, his real talents were not only as a vocalist – he penned many of his most famous songs too.
Chan was a legend taken away from Hong Kong’s music industry too soon. Here’s STYLE’s selection of his most iconic work as we remember Danny Chan on what would be his 62nd birthday on September 7.
Remembrance of a Parent’s Love
This number was dedicated to Chan’s parents and he sings of appreciation for their love.
Tears Dropping for You
This was Chan’s breakout song from his debut “First Love” album.
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