David Tao

Taiwanese singer.

What is David Tao known for?

Born in Hong Kong on July 11, 1969, David Tao (陶緒忠), is a renowned Taiwanese singer-songwriter. Recognized for his contributions to the music scene, Tao has received multiple awards, including the Golden Melody Award for the Best Mandarin Album in 2006 for "The Great Leap," and another Golden Melody Award in 2010 as the Best Mandarin Male Singer for "Opus 69."

Both an innovator and a trendsetter, Tao is renowned for having popularized Rhythm and Blues (R&B) and hard rock within the Mandopop industry. His unique crossover genre is now considered his signature style.

Tao was born into a family of entertainers. His parents were notable figures in Taiwan's entertainment scene, with his father being an actor, singer, composer, and TV host, and his mother being an acclaimed Chinese opera singer. After a childhood split between Hong Kong and Taiwan, Tao moved to Arcadia, California, where he attended Arcadia High School.

After graduation, Tao decided to stay in the US and furthered his education at the University of California, Irvine, and later the University of California, Los Angeles. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology.

Returning to Taiwan, Tao began his music career initially as a songwriter before launching his self-titled debut album, "David Tao" in 1997. His successful journey in music led to his compositions for popular artists like A-Mei and S.H.E.

For more details, you can visit his official website at www.davidtao.com.