# Gareth.T

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**Gareth. T**, born **Gareth Tong Ling-shan** (Chinese: 湯令山; Jyutping: *tong1 ling6 saan1*, born 30 December 1999), is a [Hong Kong](/source/Hong_Kong) singer-songwriter[1][2][3][4] and record producer. He is known for his blend of R&B, pop, and soul music, often incorporating English and Cantonese lyrics. Gareth. T gained prominence through his distinctive musical style, honest songwriting, and online presence, leading to a record deal with [Warner Music Hong Kong](/source/List_of_Warner_Music_Group_labels).[5][6]

## Early life and education

Gareth Tong was born on 30 December 1999 in Hong Kong.[7] His interest in music began at a young age; he reportedly started playing piano at age three, followed by violin, cello, guitar, and drums.[7] He attended [Po Leung Kuk Choi Kai Yau School](/source/Po_Leung_Kuk_Choi_Kai_Yau_School) in [Kowloon](/source/Kowloon).[5] He later studied at [Berklee College of Music](/source/Berklee_College_of_Music) in [Boston](/source/Boston), Massachusetts, majoring in songwriting and production.[5]

## Career

Gareth. T initially gained a following by sharing his original music and covers on social media platforms like Instagram and YouTube. He is noted for self-producing much of his early work.[5]

He signed with Warner Music Hong Kong in 2020.[6] His debut single under the label was "boyfriend material." He continued to release successful tracks, including "honest" (featuring [Moon Tang](/source/Moon_Tang)), which became a major hit with over 17 million streams on Spotify.[5][8]

In 2022, Gareth. T released his debut album, *gareth.t 2.0*. The album continued to explore his signature sound, blending R&B, pop, and soul.[6] He performed his first headlining concert, "The CUTIE Tour," in 2022.[9] He has collaborated with various artists, including [Dear Jane](/source/Dear_Jane_(band)) and his former girlfriend, Moon Tang.[5]

## Musical style and image

Gareth. T's music is primarily categorized as R&B and pop, with strong influences from soul and [hip-hop](/source/Hip-hop). He is recognized for his vocal delivery, melodies, and self-produced beats. His lyrics often delve into themes of love, relationships, self-discovery, and the realities of modern youth.[5]

His public image is characterized by a "boy-next-door" authenticity and a refusal to conform to conventional pop idol aesthetics, often sporting a [buzzcut](/source/Buzz_cut) and casual attire.[6]

On July 6, 2023, Gareth. T said on the [Mill MILK](/source/Mill_MILK) program that [Auto-Tune](/source/Auto-Tune) is a super important tool, and the singer's pitch is not important.[10] On July 11 of the same year, Gareth. T posted a post on the social platform [Threads](/source/Threads_(social_network)) listing the reasons why Cantonese songs are slow to become popular, including that "pronunciation is too important". Later, netizens in the [LIHKG discussion area](/source/LIHKG_discussion_area) criticized Gareth. T for his unclear pronunciation and using Auto-Tune to cover up his lack of singing skills.[11][12]

## Discography

### Studio albums

- *gareth.t 2.0* (2022)
- "THE PROTÉGÉ" (2026)

### EPs

- *TIRED* (2020)

### Singles

- "boyfriend material" (2020)
- "honest" (feat. Moon Tang) (2021)
- "勁浪漫 超溫馨" (Super Romantic, Super Sweet) (2022)
- "speed limit" (2022)
- "trust me" (2023)
- "flossy" (2023)
- "你是我最愛的" (You Are My Favorite) (2024)
- "[跟悲傷結了賬](/source/No_More_(Gareth._T_song))" (No More) (feat.[SKAI ISYOURGOD](/source/Skai_Isyourgod)) (2025)

## References

1. ["潛力 R&B 新星 - HYPEBEAST 獨家專訪香港新生代音樂人 Gareth. T"](https://hypebeast.com/zh/2021/3/gareth-tong-interview). 26 March 2021. [Archived](https://web.archive.org/web/20211101121855/https://hypebeast.com/zh/2021/3/gareth-tong-interview) 1 November 2021 at the Wayback Machine. Retrieved 29 October 2021.

1. ["香港 R&B 唱作人 Gareth. T 推出全新單曲《Speed Limit》 MV"](https://hypebeast.com/zh/2021/8/gareth-t-speed-limit-music-video-release). 26 August 2021. [Archived](https://web.archive.org/web/20211031174221/https://hypebeast.com/zh/2021/8/gareth-t-speed-limit-music-video-release) 31 October 2021 at the Wayback Machine. Retrieved 29 October 2021.

1. ["獨立音樂人Gareth.T為姜濤作曲 欣賞對方聲線獨特：一聽就知係佢"](https://www.hk01.com/眾樂迷/602598/). *[香港01](/source/%E9%A6%99%E6%B8%AF01)*. 2021-03-22. Retrieved 2022-01-22.

1. ["ChillClub｜4大樂壇新勢力 Gareth.T唱原版《Master Class》領軍"](https://www.hk01.com/眾樂迷/664373) (in zh-HK). *香港01*. 2021-08-16. Retrieved 2022-01-22.

1. Fung, Kelly (24 September 2021). ["Making honesty a living: Hong Kong rising R&B artist Gareth. T on expressing his true self through his music"](https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/entertainment/music/article/3149996/making-honesty-living-hong-kong-rising-rb-artist). Young Post (South China Morning Post). Retrieved 29 May 2024.

1. Wei, Sarah (22 September 2022). ["Gareth. T Is Making 'Boyfriend Material' Pop For Buzzcut Asian Kids"](https://www.vice.com/en/article/garetht-boyfriend-material-buzzcut-asian-music-pop-rnb/). *Vice*. Retrieved 29 May 2024.

1. Or, Kristy (21 September 2021). ["Meet Gareth Tong, the Hong Kong-Born Singer-Songwriter Who Is Revolutionising Cantopop"](https://www.tatlerasia.com/lifestyle/entertainment/gareth-tong-hong-kong-music-producer). Tatler Asia. Retrieved 29 May 2024.

1. Thiele, Jaz (2023-03-28). ["Gareth. T on loneliness, Sonica Music Festival & more: "I'm bringing something totally unexpected""](https://umsu.unimelb.edu.au/news/article/7797/garetht-on-loneliness-sonica-music-festival-amp-more-im-bringing-something-totally-unexpected/). *umsu.unimelb.edu.au*. Retrieved 29 May 2025.

1. Hall, Amalissa (22 September 2022). ["Gareth.T on His Headlining Concert and Coping with Fame"](https://www.tatlerasia.com/style/fashion/gareth-t-on-his-headlining-concert-and-coping-with-fame). Tatler Asia. Retrieved 29 May 2024.

1. ["實測Auto-Tune自動調音可以拯救魔音Chloe？自動調音唔係萬能 走音太遠都會救唔返？Gareth. T、Byejack分享在香港引發的爭議"](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qhqlcz7JlCM). *[YouTube](/source/YouTube)*. 6 July 2023. Retrieved 19 February 2025.

1. ["Gareth.T出PO力數四個廣東歌行得慢原因 網民反指：要聽眾改變口味去迎合你？"](https://hk.news.yahoo.com/garetht%E5%87%BApo%E5%8A%9B%E6%95%B8%E5%9B%9B%E5%80%8B%E5%BB%A3%E6%9D%B1%E6%AD%8C%E8%A1%8C%E5%BE%97%E6%85%A2%E5%8E%9F%E5%9B%A0-%E7%B6%B2%E6%B0%91%E5%8F%8D%E6%8C%87%EF%BC%9A%E8%A6%81%E8%81%BD%E7%9C%BE%E6%94%B9%E8%AE%8A%E5%8F%A3%E5%91%B3%E5%8E%BB%E8%BF%8E%E5%90%88%E4%BD%A0%EF%BC%9F-074108263.html). Retrieved 19 February 2025.

1. ["廣東歌行得慢嘅原因? 1.咬字太重要 2.歌手唔夠cool 3.聽眾需要教育 4.聽眾根本唔需要行得前嘅音樂、不同類型嘅音樂 其他原因請喺reply度答問"](https://www.threads.net/@gareth_tong/post/CujQXWbvCIm). Retrieved 19 February 2025.

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