Hong Kong Lyricist Peter Lai Dies at 76
Renowned Hong Kong lyricist Peter Lai, known as a 'Lyrical Maverick' who penned numerous hits for Cantopop stars, has died at the age of 76. His passing marks the loss of a significant figure in the music industry.
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‘Lyrical Maverick’ Peter Lai, who wrote multiple hits for Cantopop stars, dies at 76
Legendary Hong Kong lyricist Peter Lai Bei-dak, who wrote the lyrics to a string of hits for the city’s Cantopop stars in the 1980s, has died at the age of 76, triggering an outpouring of condolences from fans of “The Lyrical Maverick”. Sports commentator Eric Chung Chi-kwong, a close friend of Lai, announced his death on Wednesday. He told the media that Lai had moved into a nursing home earlier this year after suffering a stroke and collapsing at home. He remained bedridden until his...
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Renowned Hong Kong lyricist Peter Lai, who spearheaded the city’s golden era of Cantonese pop music, has died aged 76, his family and friends said Thursday. Lai was hospitalised after suffering a stroke this year and passed away on Wednesday morning, his son and a long-time friend said at a press conference. Nicknamed “The Lyrical […]
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