Yu Yan formed in Beijing around 2016. Their track 'Bad Girl' became a breakout hit for them in 2018, with its straightforward pop melody and lyrics that some found bold or unconventional. The band includes Ling Yu on vocals, Yan Li on guitar, and Tao Yu on bass.
They followed 'Bad Girl' with other songs like 'Give Me All Night' and 'Idiot,' and released albums such as 'Desire' in 2019 and 'Unbreakable' in 2021. Their music sometimes drew criticism for its themes, but they kept working without much compromise to their approach.
Yu Yan found an audience, particularly with younger listeners who responded to the directness in their songs. They became known in the Chinese pop scene for maintaining a consistent, unadorned style through their releases.
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