Sam Hui | |
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Hui in 2024 | |
| Born | 6 September 1948 |
| Education | The University of Hong Kong (B.SocSc., 1971) |
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| Years active | 1967–92 2003–present |
| Spouse |
Rebecca Hui (m. 1972) |
| Children | 2 |
| Parent(s) | Hui Sai-cheung (father) Lee Sin-wan (mother) |
| Awards | Hong Kong Film Awards – Best Original Film Song 1991 The Swordsman |
| Musical career | |
| Also known as | God of Songs (歌神) Brother Sam |
| Origin | Hong Kong |
| Genres | Cantopop, Hong Kong English pop |
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| Labels | Diamond Records (1967) Polydor (1971-83) Contec Sound (1983-85) Cinepoly Records (1985-90) Polygram (1990-92) IEC (2007-present) |
Samuel Hui Koon-kit (born 6 September 1948), usually known as Sam Hui, is a Hong Kong Cantopop musician, singer, songwriter, and actor. He is credited with popularizing Cantopop. His music includes Western-style music and popular, street Cantonese jargon in his lyrics writing.
| Preceded by Lau Dong |
Golden Needle Award of RTHK Top Ten Chinese Gold Songs Award 1985 |
Succeeded by Tang Ti-sheng |