HONG KONG – Three dynamic figures in Hong Kong’s contemporary music scene—MC Cheung, Constance Wu, and Gareth. T—are set to join forces for a highly anticipated joint concert, the “Chill Music Showcase | <3 Less Than Three | MC Cheung Tinfu x CONSTANCE x Gareth.T,” scheduled for May 16th. The announcement, made today (May 3rd), included revelations about their disparate personal views on romance and sneak peeks into the unique performances planned for the event.
The press conference revealed a blend of contrasting personalities and musical styles. MC Cheung confessed to being a firm believer in “love at first sight,” while both Wu and Gareth.T described taking a more conclusive and resolute stance on relationships.
Love, Lyrics, and Live Performances
The artists provided details about their collaborative stage plans. Cheung, asked about integrating dance into his performance, joked that while he was open to it, his fans likely preferred his awkward attempts to polished choreography. Nevertheless, he confirmed his willingness to incorporate movement if required.
Constance Wu, despite having experience in African dance, remains hesitant to perform it publicly. She teased concertgoers with her setlist, confirming she will perform Shirley Kwan’s classic tracks, “A Rare Lover” and “Forget Him.”
Gareth.T expressed high confidence in his dancing abilities and announced a significant tribute: he will perform “King of Karaoke,” one of the signature hits of Constance Wu’s father, legendary artist Eason Chan. Wu responded with good humor, suggesting she might approach her father for performance tips or even convince him to appear for a duet.
Cheung noted the close timing of his and Gareth.T’s debuts, observing that, as the slightly older artist, he preferred not to impose too many personal opinions on the joint production. He added that he rarely performs collaborative songs live and looks forward to the opportunity to harmonize with other talents.
Navigating Industry Scrutiny
The singers also addressed the pressures of public opinion and criticism. Wu recently won the Best New Female Artist Gold Award at the prestigious Ultimate Song Chart Awards (叱咤頒獎禮), but the achievement was followed by speculation that her success was linked to her famous parentage.
Wu acknowledged that such reports were inevitable given her family background, admitting they caused her distress initially. However, she emphasized her resolve. “I choose to treat it as encouragement to work even harder and do better,” she stated.
Speaking about her recent split from her rumored Japanese-Eurasian model boyfriend, Wu confirmed they remain amicable, noting that she recently received a congratulatory text message from him regarding her award. She stressed that she has moved past the relationship and is prioritizing her career.
Cheung offered perspective on handling negativity, advising that while constructive feedback should be considered, artists must learn to filter out destructive comments to protect their emotional well-being. Gareth.T echoed this sentiment, asserting he ignores useless criticism and remains steadfast in pursuing projects he believes in, regardless of external doubts.
Gareth.T also touched upon his viral hit, “Singing Love Songs with My Back,” which inspired veteran actor Raymond Wong to create an altered version. Gareth.T praised Wong’s interpretation and expressed eagerness to collaborate on any rendition of the track. He dismissed rumors that heartbreak fuels his creative process, confirming that his upcoming work will not be exclusively focused on themes of melancholy or lost love. The success of his recent song, he concluded, has not created pressure, but instead serves as genuine motivation for future innovation.
