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James Wong Jim

Actor

James Wong Jim

Acting
1989 — 2001 · 5 films
Lived
18 March 1941 — d. 2004
From
Panyu, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China

James Wong Jim (Chinese: 黃霑; Jyutping: wong4 zim1; Cantonese Yale: wòhng jīm; 18 March 1941 – 24 November 2004, also known as "霑叔" or "Uncle Jim") was a Cantopop lyricist and songwriter based primarily in Hong Kong. Beginning from the 1960s, he was the lyricist for over 2,000 songs, collaborating with songwriter Joseph Koo (a.k.a. Koo Kar-Fai) on many popular television theme songs, many of which have become classics of the genre. His work propelled Cantopop to unprecedented popularity.

Career Signature

How James Wong Jim’s filmography reads.

Five of Perfery’s 75 vibes, averaged across every film they acted in.