If you’ve spent even a moment on social media these past two months, chances are you’ve come across the name Constance Chan. You might remember her as the little girl smiling on the cover of her dad Eason Chan’s iconic 2006 album, Life Continues. Now, she is stepping into the spotlight on her own terms as CONSTANCE 康堤, making waves in the music realm as the voice behind “doll”, her irresistibly catchy debut single.
To me, Constance is, first and foremost, one of my oldest and dearest friends. “I have been tasked,” I announced to her through a text message, “to write an article titled ‘Things to Know About CONSTANCE’.” Her reply comes quickly after: “This is hilarious,” she writes back, referring to my uncharacteristically matter-of-fact tone. “You’re talking to me like you’re about to write a [business proposal].” Then, she follows up with several detailed questions about the nature of the article, and whether there’s anything specific that she can help provide. I mention this exchange because I think it encapsulates her personality very well—always funny and charming, yet also professional, thoughtful, and extremely meticulous about her work.
“doll” is just the beginning for CONSTANCE. With a voice that demands attention paired with a confident, artistic vision, the young singer is blazing her own trail. And if you don’t know her yet, here are 5 things you should know about the rising star.
She is a discerning foodie
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In case her Instagram photography account (@_cvizz_) didn’t give it away, CONSTANCE is a true foodie at heart. She knows Hong Kong’s dining scene inside and out, can pinpoint exactly what makes a restaurant stand out, and in certain cases even identify precisely what a dish might be missing to make it better.
She has a sporty streak
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CONSTANCE leads an adventurous and active lifestyle. In the winter, she goes snowboarding in Niseko, Japan. When summer rolls around, she seamlessly transitions to wake-surfing (her ollies and slashes are aspirationally clean in execution).
She is a Libra
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CONSTANCE is a textbook Libra: balanced, compassionate, and armed with a sharp eye for aesthetics—it’s no secret that she has style. Generous and always ready to lend a hand, it’s safe to say her star sign suits her perfectly.
She has a pre-performance ritual
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In her latest interview with Vogue Hong Kong, CONSTANCE revealed a personal ritual she follows before every performance. She takes five minutes alone to regulate her breathing and get into the zone—an invaluable piece of advice passed down from her father. As part of her routine, she also practices self-affirmation, telling herself: “Be in your own power,” “stay in your own,” and “You go, girl.”
She wishes to keep nostalgia alive through her music
In today’s digital age, CONSTANCE strives to preserve traces of the past in her music. Inspired by retro-pop artists like Dua Lipa and Sabrina Carpenter, she hopes to experiment with sounds of yore and revive the nostalgic melodies of singers like Anita Mui.
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