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Who is MC HotDog, GMA Winner, Father of Taiwanese Hip Hop and Dedicated Family Man?


With some two decadedin the business, MC HotDog is more than just Taiwan's father of Hip-Hop.

MC HotDog, a dominant figure in Asia’s hip-hop scene, recently clinched accolades at the 35th Golden Melody Awards, where he was named as Best Mandarin Male Singer and Best Lyricist. MC HotDog whose real name is Yao Zhongren, is celebrated for his raw, unfiltered lyrics and his role in pioneering new sounds and styles within Taiwanese hip-hop. The rapper has played a pivotal role in nurturing emerging talents, through mentoring and involvement in local contests and televised reality shows with wide viewership.

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