Chinese singer-songwriter, producer, and pipa (琵琶) virtuoso Runyu Qian shares the official visual for her single “On.” Pairing juddering synths and sultry whispers with a dark, addictive energy reminiscent of early 2000s pop, the track’s new music video marks a bold statement of artistic confidence and global ambition.
A graduate of Berklee College of Music who has played the traditional four-stringed pipa since the age of seven, Qian seamlessly bridges centuries-old instrumentation with futuristic electronic production. Her sound spans dream-pop, house, and dark electronic textures, exploring themes of girlhood, identity, and fantasy. Having built a strong presence across Asia with performances at SXSW, Music Matters in Singapore, and a nationwide Chinese tour, the multi-instrumentalist continues to redefine how traditional heritage interacts with modern pop music.
The accompanying video highlights a major step in her visual evolution, featuring choreography developed with renowned creative director and choreographer Richy Jackson. Reflecting on the process, Qian shares, “Working with Richy for the On video was honestly such a special experience. We spent about a month developing ...