Yesterday, I came across some very sad news: the Chinese singer Khalil Fong, whom I deeply admire, passed away. The 41-year-old musician, known for his soulful R&B style, had songs like “Love Love Love,” “Three People Ride,” and “Love Song” often playing in my headphones during my daily runs. These melodies have long become a part of my life.
Last year, he released his new album, Dreamer, and his voice had a slightly hoarser tone compared to before. I knew he had been struggling with pneumothorax, but I thought he was on the path to recovery. Little did I know, this album would become his final gift to his fans.
I admire Khalil Fong not only for his melodies and rhythms but also for the love his songs convey. He expressed love on a grand scale, a love for life and the values of the world, as well as a more intimate love for family, friends, and romantic partners. His approach to music also reflected his love for it.
Upon researching, I discovered that “Khalil Fong” is a name derived from the teachings of the Bahá’í Faith, which is also known as the Faith of Unity, with its core idea being the unity of the world: “The world is but one country, and mankind its citizens.” Khalil Fong himself was a follower of the Bahá’í Faith, and he hoped to use music to spread positive messages and contribute to making the world a better place.
But in 2025, has the world become a better place?
This morning, I saw a news report about Ukrainian President Zelensky visiting the White House and having a heated argument with US President Trump in front of the media. Zelensky was subsequently asked to leave by the American side. Watching the video, it was clear that Zelensky was the weaker side, while Trump and Vice President JD Vance were the dominant figures.
My immediate reaction was that Trump and JD Vance’s attitudes were filled with arrogance and pressure. They kept repeating the point that “Zelensky should be thankful to Trump,” with JD Vance even saying, “Have you said thank you once in the entire meeting?” To me, such words represent the bullying of the strong over the weak, and it’s something deeply unpleasant.
Since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, the war has caused countless casualties. Though it’s difficult to count the exact numbers, many governments and investigative agencies estimate the total death toll has surpassed one million.
This one million isn’t just a cold number; it represents countless broken families, loved ones who will never meet again, and friends and partners who have passed away.
As I write this, I can’t help but think of the beautiful world described in Song Yueting’s Daydream:
“I only remember that everything there seemed so beautiful, No arguments, machine guns, or cannons, Children joyfully chasing butterflies, running everywhere, And there, apart from music, there was nothing else to hear.”
Yet in 2025, the world is still filled with arguments, machine guns, and cannons.
Perhaps what we, ordinary people, can do is to show more care and empathy to those around us. In this age of rapid information development, we should refrain from making sarcastic remarks online, and instead, practice more understanding, help, and kindness. We should spread less meaningless, numbing information and maintain the ability for independent thought. We should spend less time in the virtual world and return to reality, paying more attention to the emotional needs of the people around us.
Just as Khalil Fong spread love through his music, each of us can also contribute love in our own way. If everyone brings just a little more love to the world, it will slowly become a better place.
**Disclaimer:**
The cover picture of this post used in this post is the property of FU MUSIC. The use of this picture does not imply any affiliation with or endorsement by FU MUSIC. All rights to the picture are retained by FU MUSIC, and the use is strictly for commentary under fair use.
Yesterday, I came across some very sad news: the Chinese singer Khalil Fong, whom I deeply admire, passed away. The 41-year-old musician, known for his soulful R&B style, had songs like “Love Love Love,” “Three People Ride,” and “Love Song” often playing in my headphones during my daily runs. These melodies have long become a part of my life.
Last year, he released his new album, Dreamer, and his voice had a slightly hoarser tone compared to before. I knew he had been struggling with pneumothorax, but I thought he was on the path to recovery. Little did I know, this album would become his final gift to his fans.
I admire Khalil Fong not only for his melodies and rhythms but also for the love his songs convey. He expressed love on a grand scale, a love for life and the values of the world, as well as a more intimate love for family, friends, and romantic partners. His approach to music also reflected his love for it.
Upon researching, I discovered that “Khalil Fong” is a name derived from the teachings of the Bahá’í Faith, which is also known as the Faith of Unity, with its core idea being the unity of the world: “The world is but one country, and mankind its citizens.” Khalil Fong himself was a follower of the Bahá’í Faith, and he hoped to use music to spread positive messages and contribute to making the world a better place.
But in 2025, has the world become a better place?
This morning, I saw a news report about Ukrainian President Zelensky visiting the White House and having a heated argument with US President Trump in front of the media. Zelensky was subsequently asked to leave by the American side. Watching the video, it was clear that Zelensky was the weaker side, while Trump and Vice President JD Vance were the dominant figures.
My immediate reaction was that Trump and JD Vance’s attitudes were filled with arrogance and pressure. They kept repeating the point that “Zelensky should be thankful to Trump,” with JD Vance even saying, “Have you said thank you once in the entire meeting?” To me, such words represent the bullying of the strong over the weak, and it’s something deeply unpleasant.
Since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, the war has caused countless casualties. Though it’s difficult to count the exact numbers, many governments and investigative agencies estimate the total death toll has surpassed one million.
This one million isn’t just a cold number; it represents countless broken families, loved ones who will never meet again, and friends and partners who have passed away.
As I write this, I can’t help but think of the beautiful world described in Song Yueting’s Daydream:
“I only remember that everything there seemed so beautiful, No arguments, machine guns, or cannons, Children joyfully chasing butterflies, running everywhere, And there, apart from music, there was nothing else to hear.”
Yet in 2025, the world is still filled with arguments, machine guns, and cannons.
Perhaps what we, ordinary people, can do is to show more care and empathy to those around us. In this age of rapid information development, we should refrain from making sarcastic remarks online, and instead, practice more understanding, help, and kindness. We should spread less meaningless, numbing information and maintain the ability for independent thought. We should spend less time in the virtual world and return to reality, paying more attention to the emotional needs of the people around us.
Just as Khalil Fong spread love through his music, each of us can also contribute love in our own way. If everyone brings just a little more love to the world, it will slowly become a better place.
**Disclaimer:**
The cover picture of this post used in this post is the property of FU MUSIC. The use of this picture does not imply any affiliation with or endorsement by FU MUSIC. All rights to the picture are retained by FU MUSIC, and the use is strictly for commentary under fair use.