Core Points - The first competition of "Singer 2025" concluded on May 16, with the top rankings being: 1st place: San Yichun; 2nd place: Chen Chusheng; 3rd place: Mickey Guyton; 4th place: GAI; 5th place: Bai Jugang; 6th place: Grace Kinstler; 7th place: Lin Zhixuan; 8th place: BENI [1][11] - The topic "Singer Rankings" and "San Yichun is amazing" trended on Weibo following the competition [1] Performance Highlights - BENI from Japan opened the show with "LA·LA·LA LOVE SONG," showcasing her captivating voice [2] - Chen Chusheng performed an original piece titled "Jiang Jin Jiu," adapted from Li Bai's poem, which he previously showcased on another stage [5] - Mickey Guyton, a notable figure in American country music, sang Beyoncé's "If I Were a Boy" [7] - San Yichun performed her recently released single "Zhu Yu," receiving enthusiastic applause and online praise for her vocal strength [7] - Grace Kinstler delivered a powerful rendition of "River," characterized by strong rhythm and stage presence [9] - Lin Zhixuan chose the ancient-style song "Wu Kong," infusing it with his unique vocal style, though some felt the performance was overly ambitious [9] - GAI's performance of "Qi" featured his dialect rap style, energizing the audience [10] - Bai Jugang closed the show with "He Liu," leading to mixed reactions from viewers [11] Artist Participation - The global launch event for "Singer 2025" announced eight initial contestants: Chen Chusheng, Lin Zhixuan, Bai Jugang, Mickey Guyton, GAI, BENI, San Yichun, and Grace Kinstler [12] - Lin Zhixuan, participating for the third time, expressed his commitment to the show, emphasizing the appeal of live performances [13][16]