Zhao Bei Er formed in Beijing in 2005 around singer-songwriter Wang Ran. They started playing in underground clubs, working with limited resources. Their debut album came out in 2009, with the title track 'The First Dance of Winter' becoming a hit. That song is a ballad about a winter's evening.
Wang Ran wrote the lyrics and melodies, with Li Nan on guitar, Li Xin on bass, and Liu Gang on drums. They released albums like 'City of Lights' in 2012, 'The Age of Innocence' in 2014, and 'Secret Garden' in 2017. Their lyrics often dealt with love, loss, and youth.
Some of their lyrics drew criticism for being too political or pessimistic at times. They kept touring and performing live shows that were known for their emotional delivery.
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