Gong Linna Biography: Age, Husband, Net Worth, Songs, Albums, Height, Instagram

Gong Linna is a distinguished Chinese fusion singer and a pioneer of New Chinese Art Music, celebrated for her innovative blend of traditional Chinese vocal techniques with modern and folk elements.

Her viral hit “Tan Te” (Uneasy) and performances of songs like “Kangding Love Song” have made her a cultural icon in China and beyond, earning her the nickname “Divine Comedy” for her unique, expressive style.

Profile

• Full Name: Gong Linna
• Stage Name: Gong Linna
• Born: August 1, 1975
• Age: 49 years old
• Birthplace: Guiyang, Guizhou, China
• Nationality: Chinese
• Occupation: Singer, Founder of New Chinese Art Music
• Height: Unknown
• Parents: Unknown
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Robert Zollitsch (M. 2004-2024)
• Children: Two
• Relationship: Divorced
• Net Worth: $5 million to $10 million USD

Early Life and Education

Gong Linna was born on August 1, 1975, in Guiyang, Guizhou, China. There is no information about her Parents and Siblings. In 1992, at age 16, she enrolled at the Secondary School Affiliated to the China Conservatory of Music in Beijing, studying national vocal music under Zou Wenqin.

After high school, she was accepted into the prestigious China Conservatory of Music, where she honed her skills in Chinese opera, folk songs, and classical music, holding her first acclaimed solo concert in 1999. Her training emphasized traditional Chinese singing techniques, which she later fused with modern elements.

Career

Gong Linna’s career took off in 2000 when she won Best Female Singer and the Special Audience Award at the Chinese National Singing Competition, earning votes from over a million television viewers. That year, she became a soloist with the Zhongyang Minzu Yuetuan, China’s premier traditional music orchestra. Her debut album, Kongque Fei Lai (Peacock Flies, 2001), featured recordings from 1996–2001. In 2002, she met German composer Robert Zollitsch (Lao Luo), beginning a significant artistic partnership.

They formed the Five Elements Band, releasing Wu Xing (2003) and Zou Shengming de Lu (Walking the Path of Life, 2005), which ranked sixth on the European World Music Chart in 2006. Her 2008 album Zou Xikou (Chinese Folk Songs) influenced Chinese vocal teaching, and her qin-song recordings shocked the Chinese art music scene.

Her 2010 performance of “Tan Te” at Hunan Television’s New Year Concert went viral, amassing over 20 million views and earning the nickname “Divine Comedy” for its wordless fusion of Chinese opera voices and instrument imitations. In 2013, she competed on Jiangsu Television’s All-Star Wars, performing a rock version of “Wishing We Last Forever” and a Yunnan folk song, “Rippling Brook.” Her 2019 album 24 Solar Terms showcased her versatility.

Gong has performed at global venues, including the Shanghai World Expo (2010), London Olympics “Asian Stage” (2012), and festivals in Germany, France, Finland, and Belgium. Since 2002, she and Zollitsch have made field trips to Guizhou, Shaanxi, and Fujian to preserve folk music, collaborating with artists like Portuguese fado musician António Chainho and lute virtuoso Wu Man. In 2024, she gained attention for a dance cover of ENHYPEN’s “Bite Me,” shared on X, highlighting her cultural influence.

Awards and Nominations

• 2000: Best Female Singer, Chinese National Singing Competition; Special Audience Award (over 1 million votes)
• 2009: Best Concert Award, European “Listen to the World Music” for “Gong Linna – Chinese New Art Song”
• 2013: New Weekly China Annual R&B Artist Award
• Other: Her album Wilderness received critical acclaim and multiple unspecified awards; “Kangding Love Song” became a viral sensation.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @linna_gong
• Facebook Handle: @GongLinnaOfficial
• YouTube Channel: Gong Linna

Personal Life

Gong Linna, a 49-year-old Leo, was married to German composer Robert Zollitsch (Lao Luo) from 2004 until their divorce in 2024, announced publicly that year. They met in Beijing in April 2002 and married in Guiyang, Guizhou. The couple has two sons, whose names and birthdates are not disclosed.

Now divorced, Gong is presumed single. Based in China, with periods in Germany (2005–2009), she is deeply connected to her Guizhou roots, which inspire her music. Her cultural identity is tied to Chinese traditions, though her religious affiliation is not specified, likely aligning with secular or traditional Chinese beliefs. Gong is passionate about preserving folk music, often traveling to rural provinces for research.

Discography

• Kongque Fei Lai (Peacock Flies, 2001)
• Wu Xing (Five Elements, 2003)
• Zou Shengming de Lu (Walking the Path of Life, 2005)
• Jing Ye Si (Quiet Night Thoughts, 2006)
• Zou Xikou (Chinese Folk Songs, 2008)
• Xian Ge Yun (String Song Rhyme, 2009)
• 24 Solar Terms (2019) – Includes “On Fire,” “Aohou,” “Climbing the Stork Tower”
• Notable Singles: “Tan Te” (2010), “Kangding Love Song”

Net Worth

Gong Linna’s estimated net worth is $5 million to $10 million USD. Her wealth comes from album sales, global concert tours, and TV appearances.