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Wang Leehom Returns, Appears in Singapore for a Touching Mission

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Singer Wang Leehom debuted a new song, "Hope," at a charity gala in Singapore to support vulnerable communities.
  • The song, co-written with Singaporean producer Lee Wei-ming, aims to inspire resilience and hope in children and adolescents.
  • "Hope" will be officially released on major music streaming platforms on August 4th.

Singer Wang Leehom has returned to the public stage, debuting a new song titled "Hope" at a charity fundraising dinner in Singapore. The event, held at the One Farrer Hotel, supported the Epworth Community Services' mission to aid vulnerable groups. Wang Leehom performed the song for the first time, lending his voice to the cause.

The song "Hope" centers on themes of "hope" and "resilience," aligning with the gala's theme of "Hope Blooms" and Epworth's vision of "strong families, resilient lives, and beautiful minds." Wang Leehom expressed that music possesses a unique power to transcend circumstances and touch individuals. He dedicated the song to the children, adolescents, and families Epworth supports daily, highlighting their inspiring resilience. "Even if 'Hope' only helps one person believe more in their future, it will have served its purpose," he stated, emphasizing that everyone deserves hope and a chance to shine.

Music has a power that can transcend different circumstances and experiences, touching everyone. Through this song about hope, I want to pay tribute to the children, adolescents, and families Epworth supports every day, their resilience is deeply moving. Even if 'Hope' only helps one person believe more in their future, it will have served its purpose. Everyone deserves to have hope, and even more so to shine their own brilliant lives.

โ€” Wang LeehomWang Leehom explaining the inspiration and purpose behind his new song 'Hope' at the charity gala.

Co-created and produced with renowned Singaporean music producer and music director Lee Wei-ming, "Hope" was a collaborative effort. Lee Wei-ming, who has worked with numerous prominent Chinese artists, has consistently supported Epworth and served as the music director for their charity galas for nearly three years. He shared his honor in collaborating with Wang Leehom, aiming to raise awareness for Epworth's crucial work in promoting the mental health of children and adolescents. "I hope this song can encourage children and young people facing life's challenges not to give up easily, because hope always exists," Lee Wei-ming remarked.

Epworth Community Services Executive Director Mr. Chan Kai-shuen conveyed his heartfelt gratitude to Wang Leehom, Lee Wei-ming, and all partners, donors, and volunteers for planting seeds of hope and nurturing young lives. The new single "Hope" is scheduled for official release on major music streaming platforms on August 4th at midnight.

I am very honored to collaborate with my good friend Leehom, using music to let more people recognize the important work Epworth does in promoting the mental health of children and adolescents. I have always paid attention to and supported charitable causes that help children and adolescents grow and develop. I hope this song can encourage children and young people facing life's challenges not to give up easily, because hope always exists.

โ€” Lee Wei-mingMusic producer Lee Wei-ming discussing his collaboration with Wang Leehom and his support for Epworth Community Services.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.