SINGAPORE, Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — JJ Lin, Tia Ray and Lil Ghost brought their distinctive sounds to the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix on October 9, 2026, energizing the evening’s entertainment in Singapore with performances that brought music and motorsport together for a global audience. The appearances were part of Tencent Music Entertainment Group (TME)’s efforts to bring leading artists from the Chinese-language music scene to international stages.
Chinese R&B diva and acclaimed singer-songwriter Tia Ray performed signature tracks including “Love Herby” and “Beautiful Day”, blending Eastern influences with international musical elements to highlight the distinctive sound and global outlook of Chinese R&B. She had recently headlined a solo show at the Grammy Museum, making her the first Chinese female singer to do so. Visionary singer-songwriter Lil Ghost performed material from his new album “KUI”, staging the world live premiere of his track “Wild Card”, backed by a full-band lineup and performing songs including “Saturday Night”. His commanding stage presence energized the crowd. Together, the two artists showcased contemporary Chinese-language music through their distinct styles, drawing interest from music fans and motorsport enthusiasts around the world.
Tia Ray
Lil Ghost
Asian pop superstar JJ Lin closed out the night on the main stage. After nearly six months of preparation, he brought together a 100-member international team for a 20-song show featuring three stage outfits and large-scale pyrotechnics. The set included the live debut of his new English-language single “RISE WITHOUT A SOUND”. JJ also shared that he embedded secret snippets from his upcoming 2027 album within this performance, which he described as a miniature sequel to JJ20 Tour. A long-time Formula 1 enthusiast, JJ fulfilled his dream by performing at the race in his home country of Singapore, bringing his passions for music and motorsport together in one night.
JJ Lin
The three artists enriched the event’s entertainment lineup with a rich tapestry of Chinese‑language musical styles and live performances. Their appearances drew a positive response from both the artists and their fans. The participating artists expressed their excitement at taking the stage and how honored they felt to perform, with JJ describing it as a dream stage. Tia Ray’s and Lil Ghost’s sets generated widespread attention and discussion on Chinese social media, with many fans voicing their intent to travel to Singapore the following year to catch the shows and soak in the iconic Formula 1 race-weekend atmosphere. The enthusiastic fan reaction underscores music’s potential to bridge artists, fans and major sporting events.
By combining motorsport with live entertainment, the Singapore Grand Prix gives audiences from different countries and regions an opportunity to discover a wide range of music. The collaboration gave artists from the Chinese-language music scene more opportunities to engage with international audiences. Leveraging the artists’ reach and fan base, it has also stoked greater interest among Chinese music fans for the race and attending the event on-site.
Moving forward, TME will deepen its partnerships with the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix and other global collaborators, building on each artist’s unique artistic identity across varied performance settings. These efforts will unlock more opportunities for Chinese-language artists to showcase their creations, exchange creative insights and forge bonds with global fans, while supporting partners to tap into China’s music-loving audiences.
