British singer Olly Murs recently made headlines when he revealed his incredible success in China during an appearance on “The Jonathan Ross Show.” Murs shared that his song “That Girl,” which is a bonus track on one of his albums and not widely known, has surpassed four billion streams in China. Astonishingly, this makes him even bigger than renowned artist Drake in the country.
Murs expressed his surprise at the song’s popularity, considering its relative obscurity. He explained that it all started when a young fan sang “That Girl” on Valentine’s Day in school, and the video went viral. Since then, the song has gained immense popularity, breaking records and even securing a spot as the 18th biggest song of 2001. Murs jokingly mentioned that apart from himself, his mother, and one person in China, no one else seemed to know the track.
The singer, who has toured extensively around the world, admitted that it is baffling to have his biggest hit be a lesser-known song among his fans. He contemplated including it in his setlist but questioned whether the audience would even recognize it. Murs humorously mentioned that at previous concerts, he performed “That Girl” to a crowd that showed no signs of familiarity, except for the two Chinese individuals who were present.
During his time in China, Murs also experimented with the local cuisine. Noting his love for Chinese food, he was excited to sample the dishes firsthand. However, he was in for a surprise as the food turned out to be quite different from what he was accustomed to in the UK. Murs shared his usual Chinese takeaway order, which includes a portion of chips, egg fried rice or chicken fried rice, curry sauce, crispy chili beef, and chicken balls. He did acknowledge the possibility of his food combination being a unique taste preference.
Murs described an entertaining incident at the airport when he went looking for snacks before a flight. Instead of the conventional options like Oreos or Pringles, he encountered unusual items. The singer was amused by a packet of spicy duck tongues but decided against giving them a try. Reflecting on his experience, Murs jokingly pondered whether he should have indulged in a chicken foot or pig’s ear.
To everyone’s delight, Murs was willing to explore some culinary adventures during the talk show. A plate of duck tongues was brought out, and Murs and Ross gamely tasted them, leading to mixed reactions. The singer found them surprisingly bony, but he appreciated the spice. This amusing segment clearly exemplified Murs’ adventurous spirit when it comes to trying new foods.
In addition to the duck tongues, Murs and Ross also sampled century eggs, a Chinese delicacy. The century egg, a preserved and pickled egg, was described by Murs as feeling like a jelly or silicone toy. Both hosts took a bite, with Ross expressing his dislike for the flavor, while Murs admitted to enjoying it.
Olly Murs‘ appearance on “The Jonathan Ross Show” not only revealed his extraordinary success in China but also showcased his sense of humor and willingness to try new things. With his infectious energy and charming personality, it is no wonder that Murs continues to captivate audiences worldwide.
