Chen Metak (1970-2022), whose birth name was Sonam Tenpa, was born in Chentsa in the Amdo region of Tibet. His pen name, "Fire Spark from Chentsa," refers to his hometown. He graduated from Qinghai Teachers University and published multiple poetry books, including Clouds Flow Eastward and My Daughter Yuchung Dawa. Chen Metak received multiple literature awards and is one of the most celebrated poets in contemporary Tibet.