The legendary Hong Kong lyricist James Wong (Wong Jim in Chinese) died from lung cancer today at 64.
Wong is arguably the most prolific and best known lyric writer for "modern" HK music. His collaboration with composer Koo Kar-Fai has produced many many classics in the 70's and 80's.
There's really no equivalent of Wong Jim in Western music. Lyricist is pretty much a HK music specific job as Western music has been dominated by singer-songwriters or bands.
I believe his best works will be remembered for many many years.
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