Yezi, a netizen from Hunan province, recalled his days in Guangzhou: "My daughter, who was very little at that time, always mimicked the announcement for the Jiahewanggang station in Cantonese."

A netizen surnamed Li said, "Jiahewanggang not only facilitates citizens and tourists but also sees the joys and sorrows of life."

The emotions expressed by members of the public have even been echoed by government officials, who have taken the opportunity to promote the city's image through the song.

Guangzhou Mayor Sun Zhiyang recommended the song when speaking at the annual session of the Guangdong People's Congress on Jan 27.

"I sincerely invite tourists from home and abroad to visit Guangzhou and spend the Chinese New Year in the city. You can see the 'Greater Bay Area Rooster' and enjoy the song Jiahewanggang," Sun said, referring to the name of the dolphin mascot for the National Games.