Gary Chaw and his two children has seen a growing popularity after they particiapted in the reality show "Where Are We Going, Dad." Zou Hong / For China Daily

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Gary Chaw was a struggling singer-songwriter before he appeared on two popular TV reality shows in 2014 — I Am a Singer and Where Are We Going, Dad?

His powerful singing onstage and family life offstage drew rave reviews and an audience that recognized him both a singer and a father.

The 35-year-old Chaw will launch his third Asian tour, titled I Am Gary Chaw, in Beijing on Nov 8 at the Mastercard Center. The singer-songwriter hopes to reintroduce himself to his fans.

"I have been called a winner because I have a beautiful wife, two lovely children and a successful career. But I have to tell you that I was a loser and failed many times," he said.

Starting his career more than a decade ago, Malaysian-born Chaw said many record companies turned him down when he moved to Taiwan at 21 to pursue his musical dream.