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SINGER 2013

★ 6.0/10 · 6 votes Reality 11 seasons · 152 eps Returning Series
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What is SINGER?

SINGER is a large-scale singing competition television program co-produced by Hunan Broadcasting System (HBS) and Mango TV. Originally titled I Am a Singer, the show premiered in January 2013 and was adapted from the Korean reality show of the same name produced by MBC.

Type
TV series
Year
2013
Status
Returning Series
Episodes
152
Runtime
90 minutes
First aired
Jan 18, 2013
Last aired
Jul 3, 2026
Original language
ZH
Origin
CN
Networks
Hunan Television, Mango TV
Genres
Reality
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Overview

SINGER is a large-scale singing competition television program co-produced by Hunan Broadcasting System (HBS) and Mango TV. Originally titled I Am a Singer, the show premiered in January 2013 and was adapted from the Korean reality show of the same name produced by MBC. The series features established vocalists from the Chinese music industry as well as internationally renowned artists who compete on stage. Each episode's results are determined by a panel of 500 in-studio audience judges who vote to decide the singers' rankings and eliminations. After four seasons under the original title, the program was rebranded simply as SINGER beginning in 2017, while retaining its core competitive format. The show continues to air new seasons annually, maintaining its focus on live musical performance and audience participation.

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Should you watch it?

“A high-stakes singing competition featuring top vocalists from China and beyond.”

Reasons to watch
  • Showcases exceptional vocal talent
  • Features international artists
  • Audience-driven competition format
Keep in mind
  • Long episodes
  • Repetitive structure

You enjoy music competitions with strong vocal performances.

Suitable for general audiences interested in music and performance.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 13 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 14 episodes
Season 3 · 16 episodes
Season 4 · 15 episodes
Season 5 · 14 episodes

Frequently asked questions

Is this show based on another series?

Yes, the first four seasons were adapted from the Korean show I Am a Singer.

How are contestants eliminated?

Audience judges vote to determine rankings and eliminations each episode.

Who produces the show?

It is co-produced by Hunan Broadcasting System and Mango TV.

When did it premiere?

The first season premiered in January 2013.

What changed in 2017?

The show was rebranded as SINGER but kept the same format.