Zhuang Nu, a famed Chinese lyricist, died at the age of 95 in the morning on October 11 in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality.

Zhuang was born in Beijing. His best-known songs include "Tian Mi Mi" and "You Jian Chui Yan," which were popular among Chinese and overseas Chinese.

In 1949, Zhuang settled in Taiwan, where he worked as a journalist, editor, dramatic actor and lyricist.

He wrote lyrics for many songs by celebrated Taiwan singer Teresa Teng.

After his first wife died, Zhuang married his second wife Zou Lin, a native of Chongqing, in 1993. Zhuang frequently traveled between Taiwan and Chongqing. He also wrote some 60 songs related to Chongqing.

Zhuang once said he was born to be a lyricist, though he entered the career by chance.

Famous composer Gu Yue spoke highly of Zhuang and said his lyrics are not just lyrics but also dreams—the dreams of Chinese people all over the world.

Zou Lin told Xinhua earlier that Zhuang was a humorous man with affection and faith.

A farewell ceremony will be held on October 15 in Shapingba District of Chongqing.

(Xinhua News Agency October 11, 2016)