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Yuan Wei-jen Taiwanese singer-songwriter dead at age 57

Yuan Wei-jen, a Taiwanese singer-songwriter and music producer, died on February 2, 2026.

Born on June 24, 1968, he rose to fame in 1991 as part of the duo Fanren with Mo Fan, winning the Golden Melody Award for Best Vocal Group twice. He later worked mainly as a producer and became a significant figure in the Mandopop industry.

Among his credits were helping establish Na Ying as a major pop singer with hits including “Conquer,” “Just a Dream,” and “Awaken,” and composing the Mandarin version of “Stubborn” for Faye Wong.

Yuan Wei-jen (Chinese: 袁惟仁; 24 June 1968 – 2 February 2026) was a Taiwanese singer-songwriter and music producer. Yuan rose to fame in 1991 as part of the duo Fanren with Mo Fan, winning the Golden Melody Award for Best Vocal Group twice. He later moved behind the scenes and became one of the most influential producers in the Mandopop industry.

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