His fans call themselves 火星人 (Martians), after his self-styled 'Mars' imagery. Often grouped with 周深 (Zhou Shen) and 毛不易 (Mao Buyi) as a post-talent-show generation of male singers.
Born 1990 in Shiyan, Hubei. Won the 2013 season of 快乐男声 (Super Boy) on Hunan TV and became one of the most distinctive Mandopop vocalists of the 2010s. Known for an expansive vocal range, experimental arrangements, and emotional stage presence; compositions include 《烟火里的尘埃》 and 《齐天》. Part of the 'Mars Concert' (火星演唱会) persona.