A-Lin's 'prophetic' hosting at Golden Melody Awards praised, she fires back at 'cheesy' song critique with 'Queen of Cheesy Songs' retort

Singer A-Lin, who recently hosted the 37th Golden Melody Awards, has garnered widespread acclaim and is being urged to host again next year. Despite initial nerves, A-Lin embraced the role, humorously stating that if her hosting didn't go well, she'd blame it on being drunk. She confessed to a degree of self-absorption, admitting she enjoys watching her own past performances, particularly a memorable moment from the 2026 Taitung New Year's Eve concert where she mistook fireworks for firecrackers and repeatedly sang "Dong! Take me away." She humorously acknowledged her own comedic timing, saying, "I really don't remember saying those things, and I thought, I'm actually quite humorous."

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I still don't know what everyone's reaction will be. If I really don't host well, just blame it on me being drunk!

A-Lin also shared her thoughts on the pressure of hosting, offering a signature A-Lin response: "I'm not really a host, being pretty is the main thing." She reflected on her 20-year career, noting a significant boost in confidence since her self-titled album "A-Lin." Previously, she was hesitant to speak out and relied heavily on the record company's professional judgment. Now, she confidently asserts her self-worth, even complimenting herself in the mirror. She has also taken on a more active role as a producer for her albums, proactively defending her ideas and persuading others if necessary, emphasizing that as the performer, her vision is paramount.

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You know, female celebrities are always afraid of not being pretty enough. When I was doing fittings these past few days, I felt, 'Oh, it seems okay! It seems like I can surprise people.'

Celebrating two decades in the music industry, A-Lin has launched her new tour "Journey" and released the theme song "Detour." She also collaborated with singer Dai Penny on the single "Alone." A-Lin recounted their chance meeting at an airport lounge during a flight delay, where she was inspired to record Dai Penny's unreleased track. When Dai Penny questioned if the song was too "cheesy," A-Lin humorously retorted, "Excuse me! I am the Queen of Cheesy Songs!" She believes the true value of music lies in its ability to resonate with a wide audience and evoke shared emotions, explaining that her heartfelt delivery of love songs stems from a universal human experience of joy and sorrow.

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I really don't remember saying those things, and I thought, I'm actually quite humorous.