{"id":5085,"date":"2020-11-25T11:10:51","date_gmt":"2020-11-25T03:10:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thesmartlocal.com\/vietnam\/?p=5085"},"modified":"2022-10-05T22:01:27","modified_gmt":"2022-10-05T14:01:27","slug":"vietnamese-singers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thesmartlocal.com\/vietnam\/vietnamese-singers\/","title":{"rendered":"20 Vietnamese Singers Whom Every Millennial Should Know About, From Ageless Balladeers To V-Pop Divas"},"content":{"rendered":"

Vietnamese singers beloved by fans worldwide<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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With a population of 95 million and many more living all over the world, Vietnam is the homeland of a <\/span>vibrant music culture<\/b>. From bright Vietnamese-French fusion songs in the 60s to melancholic bolero in the 70s to rhythmic disco bops in the 90s, Vietnamese music has undergone a huge revolution for the past decades.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The uninterrupted growth of the <\/span>Vietnamese music scene<\/span> wouldn’t have been possible without the talents and passion of numerous artists of different genres, in and out of the country.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Here\u2019s our low-down on some of the most popular and talented Vietnamese singers of all time.<\/span><\/p>\n\n

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1. Ng\u1ecdc Lan – a monument in the hearts of Vietnamese music lovers<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\"Ngoc
\nImage adapted from: NG\u1eccC LAN MUSIQUE<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

When it comes to Vietnamese music, Ng\u1ecdc Lan<\/b> (1956-2001) will always go down in history as one of Vietnam\u2019s most favourite singers of all time.\u00a0She was one of the rare singers beloved by Vietnamese communities all over the world and of all ages.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Ngoc
\nImage adapted from: <\/span>NG\u1eccC LAN MUSIQUE<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

After the Vietnam War, the <\/span>Nha Trang-born chanteuse and her family emigrated to the US, where she began her career as a singer and quickly gained popularity among Vietnamese overseas audiences.<\/p>\n

Crisp and melancholic, Ng\u1ecdc Lan\u2019s voice is marked with a feminine timbre and aching tone in sad ballad songs. Coupled with her ability to sing fluently in Vietnamese, French and English, her mesmerizing beauty, as well as captivating performing skills, Ng\u1ecdc Lan was the Vietnamese singer with the highest-grossing worldwide music tours in the 20th century.<\/p>\n

\"Ngoc
\nNgoc Lan\u2019s single produced by May Production in the 1980s<\/em>
\nImage credit: <\/span><\/em>Ng\u1ecdc Lan Fan Club<\/span><\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

Tickets to her live concerts across the US and Europe were often sold out quickly, and the arenas used to be so packed that many audience members voluntarily sat on the floor just to catch a glimpse of her.<\/p>\n

\"Ngoc
\nNgoc Lan\u2019s last live performance on the stage of music show Asia Entertainment in 1992 in Toronto, Canada<\/em>
\nImage credit: <\/span>Asia Entertainment Official<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

In her late 30s, Ng\u1ecdc Lan was diagnosed with <\/span>multiple sclerosis<\/b>, a disease that debilitated her eyesight and forced her to leave the stage for good at the peak of her career. She passed away at<\/span> age 45 in California, and was sent off in a massive funeral with thousands of fans in attendance. <\/span>
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Even until today, fan clubs honoring her memory are still popping up everywhere and Vietnamese fans across the world still mourn her passing every year.<\/span><\/p>\n

Some of Ngoc Lan\u2019s most reputed hits include the ballad \u201c<\/span>M\u01b0a Tr\u00ean Bi\u1ec3n V\u1eafng<\/span><\/a>\u201d, which is about a girl reflecting on her old flame while looking at the sea, and \u201c<\/span>M\u00f9a H\u00e8 N\u0103m \u1ea4y<\/span><\/a>\u201d, a song about a girl\u2019s reminiscence of her summer fling.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Ngoc Lan\u2019s bewitching rendition of \u201c<\/span>Viens M\u2019embrasser\u201d,<\/span><\/a>\u00a0a nostalgic French love song about drawing near and kissing a lover, was one of the most played tunes in Vietnam\u2019s dance halls and tea rooms in the 90s.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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2. Th\u00e1i Thanh – a legend of Vietnam\u2019s modern music<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\"Thai
\nImage adapted from: Thuy Nga<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Th\u00e1i Thanh <\/b>(1934-2020) often performed with her siblings in their family band called Thang Long in her city of birth, Hanoi, in the 1950s before moving south.<\/p>\n

A self-trained singer, Th\u00e1i Thanh successfully produced her signature high-pitched tone by mixing Vietnamese folk songs\u2019 rhythmic and melodic singing techniques with the typically dramatic opera elements in her vocal practice.<\/p>\n

Naturally gifted and nurtured in a family of musicians, she soon rose to become Vietnam\u2019s most famous singer in the 60s and 70s.<\/p>\n

Her operatic soprano voice with ample vocal range allowed her to hit high notes and climaxes with ease and grace. Her vocal techniques still amaze Vietnamese audiences until today.<\/p>\n

\"Thai
\nImage adapted from: Nh\u1ea1c X\u01b0a<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Cheerful, expressive, and sophisticated, Th\u00e1i Thanh had the signature performing style of a traditional folk song singer.<\/p>\n

She often performed songs by musician Ph\u1ea1m Duy<\/b> – one of Vietnam\u2019s most illustrious songwriters, who was also her brother-in-law. You can check out their beautiful collaborations that rank among Th\u00e1i Thanh\u2019s most famous songs, such as \u201c<\/em>N\u1ee5 T\u1ea7m Xu\u00e2n<\/a><\/em>\u201d<\/em>, which is an ode to cherry blossom buds, and \u201c<\/em>Ngh\u00ecn Tr\u00f9ng Xa C\u00e1ch<\/a><\/em>\u201d<\/em>, a poignant song about the pain of separating from the love of one’s life.<\/p>\n

\"Thai
\nTh\u00e1i Thanh performing alongside her daughter \u00dd Lan<\/em>
\nImage adapted from: <\/span>Thuy Nga<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

After the Vietnam War, Th\u00e1i Thanh and her daughters, including famous singer \u00dd Lan, emigrated to the US in 1985. During her life in the US, she and her daughter regularly performed on the stages of Paris by Night<\/a> and Asia Entertainment<\/a>, which are the largest US-based entertainment shows catering to Vietnamese communities overseas.<\/p>\n

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3. B\u1ea1ch Y\u1ebfn – the first Vietnamese singer to tour Europe and appear on US TV Shows<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\"Bach
\nImage adapted from: Anthony DiFlorio<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

During the 1960s, B\u1ea1ch Y\u1ebfn<\/strong> (1942- ) was already among the most sought-after singers across Saigon\u2019s nightclubs thanks to her strong vocal skills and operatic performing style.<\/p>\n

Debuting at the age of 15, B\u1ea1ch Y\u1ebfn quickly achieved fame with her husky, fiery, and soulful voice which is perfect for the slow-rock genre.<\/p>\n

\"Bach
\nImage adapted from: Am Nhac FM<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Able to sing fluently in Vietnamese, French<\/a>, and English, she was one of a few Vietnamese singers to win a record deal with Polydor, a French record label, during her stay in France.<\/p>\n

During her contract term with Polydor, she also made an international name for herself when hosting concert tours across multiple European countries.<\/p>\n

\"Bach
\nImage adapted from: Am Nhac FM<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

In 1961, she was the first Vietnamese singer to appear on The Ed Sullivan Show, a popular US variety show in those days, and The Bob Hope Show<\/a> in 1966.<\/p>\n

Some of B\u1ea1ch Y\u1ebfn\u2019s most iconic songs include \u201c<\/span>A bas la rentr\u00e9e\u201d, <\/span><\/a>a song about the promise of a fall rendezvous, and \u201c<\/span>\u0110\u00eam \u0110\u00f4ng<\/span><\/a>\u201d, a song about winter nights.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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4. Thanh Lan – one of the last Vietnamese singers to sing in French<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\"Thanh
\nImage adapted from: K\u00eanh Video T\u1ed5ng H\u1ee3p<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Born in 1948, Thanh Lan<\/strong> started her professional music career when she was a high school student in Saigon in the 60s. She soon rose to stardom in her teenage years as one of the best Vietnamese singers of French music in South Vietnam.<\/p>\n

\"Thanh
\nThanh Lan in her teenage years<\/em>
\nImage adapted from: <\/span>Ca S\u0129 Thanh Lan<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

In those days, French was still the most popular language in Vietnam besides Vietnamese, and French music<\/b> was all the rage with young people.<\/p>\n

Most of Thanh Lan\u2019s songs are <\/span>French-Vietnamese fusion songs, in which she covers popular songs in French and their Vietnamese translated versions in her tender and passionate voice.<\/p>\n

\"Thanh
\nThanh Lan and Jo Marcel performing on the stage of Asia Entertainment<\/em>
\nImage adapted from: <\/span>Asia Entertainment Official<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Old souls can take a stroll down memory lane by checking out Thanh Lan\u2019s beautiful renditions of “Donna Donna”<\/a>, “Bang Bang”<\/a>, and ”Li\u00ean Kh\u00fac Nh\u1ea1c Ph\u00e1p”<\/a>, in which she flaunts her posh Parisian accent and the elegant, cheerful performing style reminiscent of the 60s.<\/p>\n

After the Vietnam War, Thanh Lan emigrated to the US and continued performing her most <\/span>iconic French – Vietnamese songs on the big stages of Paris By Night and Asia Entertainment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Today, Thanh Lan\u2019s one of the remaining old-school singers who still brings us French and Vietnamese songs when she\u2019s on stage.<\/span><\/p>\n

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5. Kh\u00e1nh Ly – the best performer of Tr\u1ecbnh C\u00f4ng S\u01a1n \u2019s music<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\"Khanh
\nImage adapted from: Thuy Nga<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

In the eyes of most Vietnamese music lovers, Kh\u00e1nh Ly<\/b> (1945- ) is the only singer who can bring the brilliant work of legendary musician Tr\u1ecbnh C\u00f4ng S\u01a1n<\/strong> to life with her distinctive voice.<\/p>\n

\"Khanh
\nKh\u00e1nh Ly and Tr\u1ecbnh C\u00f4ng S\u01a1n in Canada in 1992<\/em>
\nImage adapted from: <\/span>Ca s\u0129 Kh\u00e1nh Ly\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Tr\u1ecbnh C\u00f4ng S\u01a1n \u2019s songs, which usually talk about the<\/span> philosophy of life and love, are Vietnam\u2019s most widely recorded songs and covered by many Vietnamese singers. However, the only singer whose name is recognized alongside Tr\u1ecbnh C\u00f4ng S\u01a1n is Kh\u00e1nh Ly.<\/p>\n

\"Khanh
\nKh\u00e1nh Ly at the age of 29 in 1974<\/em>
\nImage credit: <\/span><\/em>Ca s\u0129 Kh\u00e1nh Ly<\/em> <\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Throughout her career that has spanned nearly 60 years, Kh\u00e1nh Ly \u2019s reputation has been synonymous with her unrivalled renditions of Tr\u1ecbnh C\u00f4ng S\u01a1n \u2019s iconic songs such as “Ng\u1eabu Nhi\u00ean”<\/a> and “\u1ede Tr\u1ecd”<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"Khanh
\nKh\u00e1nh Ly in her 70s<\/span>
\n<\/span>Image adapted from: <\/span>Ca s\u0129 Kh\u00e1nh Ly\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Possessing a smoky and mesmerizing voice plus an impressive alto vocal range, Kh\u00e1nh Ly can create beautiful variations in her pitches that leave the audience spellbound.<\/p>\n

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6. \u00dd Lan – the talented daughter of legend Th\u00e1i Thanh\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\"Y
\nImage adapted from: Thuy Nga<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

From the first notes of \u201cCh\u1ecb T\u00f4i<\/a>\u201d, a song about the sad fate of a sister, or \u201cNg\u00e0n Thu \u00c1o T\u00edm<\/a>\u201d, speaking about a girl\u2019s nostalgic love for the color purple, it was clear that \u00dd Lan<\/strong> (1958- ) had inherited the musical gifts of her mother, singer Th\u00e1i Thanh<\/b>.<\/p>\n

\"Y
\nImage adapted from: Nguoi Noi Tieng<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Powerful and airy, \u00dd Lan\u2019s light voice is packed with Vietnamese folk singing elements which are undeniably reminiscent of her late mother\u2019s signature voice.<\/p>\n

\"Y
\nImage adapted from: Ti\u1ebfng H\u00e1t \u00dd Lan<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Her delicate embellishments and skilful riffs also lend extra emotions to a song and leave the audience in awe.<\/p>\n

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7. Nh\u01b0 Qu\u1ef3nh – the queen of Vietnamese Bolero music<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\"Nhu
\nImage adapted from: Thuy Nga<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Possessing a velvety mezzo-soprano voice with exquisite timbre and heart-melting stage charisma, Nh\u01b0 Qu\u1ef3nh\u00a0<\/strong>(1970- ) is rightfully bestowed with the title of Queen of Bolero.<\/p>\n

\"Nhu
\nNh\u01b0 Qu\u1ef3nh in her debut years<\/em>
\nImage credit: <\/span>VietnamNet<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Her unique voice blends perfectly with the Bolero music genre<\/b>, which is a form of slow-tempo Hispanic music introduced to South Vietnam in the 60s, when it got blended with Vietnamese country music with a Western flair.<\/p>\n

Nh\u01b0 Qu\u1ef3nh\u2019s inimitable voice<\/b> catapulted Bolero songs such as “Duy\u00ean Ph\u1eadn”<\/a>, about the unpredictable fate of women, and “V\u00f9ng L\u00e1 Me Bay”<\/a>, which reflects on a sad love story, to become nationwide hits.<\/p>\n

\"Nhu
\nImage adapted from: Nh\u01b0 Qu\u1ef3nh<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Throughout her nearly 3-decade singing career, Nh\u01b0 Qu\u1ef3nh has garnered a significantly large Vietnamese fan base across the world.<\/p>\n

Nh\u01b0 Qu\u1ef3nh is currently living in the US, where she graces the stage of Paris By Night every once in a while.<\/p>\n

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8. Lam Anh – the new diva of Vietnam\u2019s music scene<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\"Lam
\nImage adapted from: Thuy Nga<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

After receiving professional training at HCMC Music Conservatory, Lam Anh<\/b> (1987- ) moved to the US in 2007 and later became a fixture on the music stages of the Paris by Night show.<\/p>\n

\"Lam
\nImage credit: @lamanh_lala<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Lam Anh is gifted with a melodic and strong soprano voice that reaches 3 octaves, which are beautifully showcased in her hit songs such as “<\/em>Ch\u1edd Th\u00eam M\u1ed9t \u0110\u1eddi”<\/a><\/em>, a song about a desperate wait for true love.<\/p>\n

\"\"
\nLam Anh and B\u1eb1ng Ki\u1ec1u performing ”’N\u01a1i T\u00ecnh Y\u00eau B\u1eaft \u0110\u1ea7u”, their most successful collaboration<\/span>
\n<\/span>Image adapted from: <\/span>Thuy Nga<\/a><\/span><\/em>
\n<\/a><\/span><\/i>
\nShortly after joining Paris By Night, Lam Anh quickly soared to fame after sharing the stage with B\u1eb1ng Ki\u1ec1u in their phenomenal duet ”N\u01a1i T\u00ecnh Y\u00eau B\u1eaft \u0110\u1ea7u”,<\/a>\u00a0a song about the beginning of love.\u00a0<\/i><\/p>\n

While this song was originally a stage performance, it quickly became famous across Vietnam and enjoyed a very long stay on multiple Vietnamese music charts <\/span>9 years ago.<\/p>\n

Even until today, this song is still a classic karaoke favorite across the country.<\/p>\n

\"Lam
\nImage credit: <\/span>@lamanh_lala<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Leading a low-key life in the US, Lam Anh has consistently proved her mettle through quality music work and become one of the most favorite soloists in Vietnam\u2019s music scene overseas.<\/p>\n

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9. Minh Tuy\u1ebft – arguably the most sensual singer of her time<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\"Minh
\nImage adapted from: Thuy Nga<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Aside from her singular crisp, titillating voice with a husky tone, Minh Tuy\u1ebft <\/strong>(1976- ) gained a reputation for her sexy and dynamic performing style since her debut in 1998.<\/p>\n

Her masterful use of <\/span>head voice also helps to take her onstage sensual charm to the next level.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Minh
\nImage adapted from: Thuy Nga<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

From heart-wrenching ballads such as ”Xin L\u1ed7i Anh”<\/a>, which is about confusion in love to ”Ch\u1edd M\u1ed9t Ti\u1ebfng Y\u00eau<\/a>”, an upbeat pop song about confessing love, Minh Tuy\u1ebft\u2019s influence on the Vietnamese pop music scene is unique and enduring.<\/p>\n

Endowed with a gorgeous body and pretty face, Minh Tuy\u1ebft knows exactly how to complement her performance with<\/span> revealing outfits that showcase her stunning legs and figure.<\/p>\n

\"Minh
\nImage adapted from: Nguoi Noi Tieng<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Minh Tuy\u1ebft was also one of the first Vietnamese singers in the early 2000s who had the gumption to wear <\/span>revealing clothes<\/b> and full-on Western-style makeup on stage, while a majority of Vietnamese singers in those days stuck to <\/span>ao dai<\/a> <\/span><\/em>and more elegant outfits.<\/span><\/p>\n

Minh Tuy\u1ebft is currently living in the US, where she\u2019s been a fixture on the stage of Paris By Night for the past 2 decades.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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10. Thu Ph\u01b0\u01a1ng – intense voice and powerful stage charisma<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\"Thu
\nImage adapted from: <\/span>Thuy Nga<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Debuting in the 80s as a rock singer, Thu Ph\u01b0\u01a1ng<\/b> (1972-) has consistently earned praise from music critics and audiences for the prowess of her voice.<\/p>\n

\"ThuImage credit: <\/span>Nguoi Noi Tieng<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Thu Ph\u01b0\u01a1ng has a thick and deep mezzo alto voice packed with technical skills, allowing her to go from whispers to high notes effortlessly.<\/p>\n

\"Thu
\nImage credit: <\/span>Nguoi Noi Tieng<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Endowed with versatile performing skills, Thu Ph\u01b0\u01a1ng can wow audiences with a variety of music genres, from desolate ballads to upbeat pop songs.<\/p>\n

Thu Ph\u01b0\u01a1ng is currently living in the US, where she performs frequently on the stage of Paris by Night and mini-shows across the country.<\/p>\n

\u201cCh\u01b0a Bao Gi\u1edd\u201d<\/a>, a sweet yet sad song about a girl\u2019s obsession with the memories of her love, is Thu Ph\u01b0\u01a1ng\u2019s most successful song so far and has been covered widely by other singers.<\/p>\n

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11. L\u1ec7 Quy\u00ean – the queen of live musical performances<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\"Le
\nImage adapted from: Quang L\u00ea Official<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Endowed with a strong, bright, and emotive voice, L\u1ec7 Quy\u00ean<\/b> (1981-)\u00a0is one of the few Vietnamese vocalists who can fully engage an audience without having to throw in extra showmanship or elaborate staging.<\/p>\n

\"Le
\nImage credit: @lequyensinger<\/a>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

L\u1ec7 Quy\u00ean\u2019s mezzo soprano voice is dolloped with vocal techniques, allowing her to convey emotions into her song and hit high notes flawlessly in a live setting.<\/p>\n

\"Le
\nImage credit: @lequyensinger<\/a>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

In addition to iconic pop ballad hits such as “N\u1ebfu Nh\u01b0 Ng\u00e0y \u0110\u00f3”<\/a> and “\u0110\u1ec3 Nh\u1edb M\u1ed9t Th\u1eddi Ta \u0110\u00e3 Y\u00eau”<\/a>, which are about regrets in love, L\u1ec7 Quy\u00ean has also achieved resounding success in the Bolero music genre. The diversity of her vocal ability can be seen in the emotionally charged \u201cT\u00ecnh L\u1ee1<\/a>\u201d, a song about a hopeless romance.<\/p>\n

For more of her songs, check out L\u1ec7 Quy\u00ean\u2019s music channel<\/span> here<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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12. M\u1ef9 T\u00e2m – V-Pop\u2019s most influential female figure in the 21st century<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\"My
\nM\u1ef9 T\u00e2m in her debut years<\/em>
\nImage adapted from: <\/span>Phuong Nam Phim<\/a><\/span><\/em>
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\nAt the age of 39, M\u1ef9 T\u00e2m<\/strong> is the <\/span>most influential female singer in Vietnam\u2019s music scene.\u00a0<\/span>
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Debuting at the age of 20, M\u1ef9 T\u00e2m\u2019s resonant mezzo-soprano voice has earned her numerous awards such as the Mnet Asian Music Awards, MAMA, the HTV awards, and the L\u00e0n S\u00f3ng Xanh<\/i>\u00a0or the Green Radio awards as well as recognition from music critics.<\/p>\n

\"My
\nImage adapted from: M\u1ef9 T\u00e2m – Fan’s Club<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

She\u2019s also the first Vietnamese singer whose album, Tam 9<\/em>,<\/b> made it to no. 10 of the Billboard World Albums Chart in January 2018. Consisting of 13 pop-soul tracks, including her top hit ”Ng\u01b0\u1eddi H\u00e3y Qu\u00ean Em \u0110i” <\/a>about getting over an old flame, album Tam 9 saw 5,000 copies sold within 1 hour since its release.<\/p>\n

\"My
\nM\u1ef9 T\u00e2m in her resounding hit Ng\u01b0\u1eddi H\u00e3y Qu\u00ean Em \u0110i
\n<\/em>Image adapted from: <\/span>M\u1ef9 T\u00e2m<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span>Some of M\u1ef9 T\u00e2m\u2019s most well-known songs and film scores include ”\u01af\u1edbc G\u00ec”<\/a>, about a girl wishing to reunite with her boyfriend, ”B\u00fap B\u00ea ”Kh\u00f4ng T\u00ecnh Y\u00eau”<\/a>, a song about a doll without love, and ”H\u1ecda Mi T\u00f3c N\u00e2u”<\/a>, which is about a brown-haired singer.<\/p>\n

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13. Tu\u1ea5n Ng\u1ecdc – Vietnam\u2019s most influential male vocalist<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\"Tuan
\nImage adapted from: Thuy Nga<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Born in a family of musicians, Tu\u1ea5n Ng\u1ecdc <\/b>(1947-) learned vocal skills and musical instruments at a very young age and debuted a<\/b>t the age of 4. His guitar skill was best showcased during his time as a guitarist in Strawberry Four<\/i>, a famous rock band in Saigon in the 70s.<\/p>\n

\"Tuan
\nImage adapted from: Tu\u1ea5n Ng\u1ecdc \/ Tuan Ngoc<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

After emigrating to the US after the Vietnam War, he and his family members formed a music band and quickly garnered popularity in Vietnamese communities across California.<\/p>\n

\"Tuan
\nTu\u1ea5n Ngoc performing with his sisters Kh\u00e1nh H\u00e0, Th\u00fay Anh, and L\u01b0u B\u00edch<\/em>
\nImage adapted from: <\/span>Thuy Nga<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Leading a low-key life off the stage, it\u2019s unbeknownst to many that Tu\u1ea5n Ng\u1ecdc is also the sibling of some of the most popular Vietnamese artists in the US, such as Kh\u00e1nh H\u00e0, L\u01b0u B\u00edch, Th\u00fay Anh, Lan Anh, B\u00edch Chi\u00eau<\/strong>, and Anh T\u00fa<\/strong>. His father, L\u1eef Li\u00ean<\/b>, was one of Vietnam\u2019s most famous musicians in the 1960s and 1970s and a member of the AVT music band<\/b><\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"Tuan
\nImage credit: Tu\u1ea5n Ng\u1ecdc\/ Tuan Ngoc<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

A singer with a warm and deeply echoed baritone voice that covers 3 octaves, his silky voice is best showcased in slow songs such as \u201cRi\u00eang M\u1ed9t G\u00f3c Tr\u1eddi<\/a>\u201d, a song about a lost love written by musician Ng\u00f4 Th\u1ee5y Mi\u00ean<\/strong>, or \u201cT\u00e2m S\u1ef1 G\u1eedi V\u1ec1 \u0110\u00e2u<\/a>\u201d by Ph\u1ea1m Duy<\/strong>, a musician who was also Tu\u1ea5n Ng\u1ecdc\u2019s father-in-law.<\/p>\n

At the age of 73, Tu\u1ea5n Ng\u1ecdc is still a fixture in the Vietnamese music scene overseas and able to rock the audience with his spectacular vocal skills. The influence of Tu\u1ea5n Ng\u1ecdc on the younger generation of Vietnamese singers can be spotted in the singing styles of singers Quang D\u0169ng <\/strong>and Tr\u1ea7n Th\u00e1i H\u00f2a.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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14. Don H\u1ed3 – a style icon who doesn\u2019t seem to age<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\nDon H\u1ed3 in 1996<\/em>
\n<\/span>Image adapted from: <\/span>Thuy Nga<\/a><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

Rightfully nicknamed \u201c<\/span>The Ageless Man\u201d by his audience, singer Don H\u1ed3<\/strong> (1962- ) looks pretty much the same as he did 30 years ago in his debut years. He\u2019s also known as a style icon with a great sense of fashion who always graces the stage with stylish suits.<\/p>\n

While Don H\u1ed3\u2019s impeccable looks are most fans\u2019 first and foremost impression of him, his unique singing voice throughout the years is no less praiseworthy.<\/p>\n

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\nDon H\u1ed3 in 2018<\/em>
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\nEndowed with a deep and refined voice with a delicate airy tone, Don H\u1ed3 is able to sing any song with an extra layer of emotion that transcends explanation.<\/p>\n

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Some of Don Ho\u2019s most popular hits include \u201cNg\u00e0n \u0110\u00f3a H\u1ed3ng<\/a>\u201d, about a painter\u2019s desperate love for a beautiful neighbor, and \u201cNg\u01b0\u1eddi Y\u00eau C\u0169 C\u00f3 Ng\u01b0\u1eddi Y\u00eau M\u1edbi<\/a>\u201d, about the pain of seeing your ex-girlfriend with a new boyfriend.<\/p>\n

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15. B\u1eb1ng Ki\u1ec1u – a great tenor with an impressive vocal range<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\n<\/span>Image adapted from: <\/span>Thuy Nga<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Possessing a high and warm voice with precise diction and a delicate tone, B\u1eb1ng Ki\u1ec1u <\/b>(1973-) has been one of Vietnam\u2019s most popular tenors since the 1990s.<\/p>\n

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\n<\/span>Image adapted from: <\/span>B\u1eb1ng Ki\u1ec1u<\/span>
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\nB\u1eb1ng Ki\u1ec1u\u2019s distinctive voice has been a fixture of Vietnam\u2019s modern music since the 1990s, after which he emigrated to the US and started performing for Paris by Night.<\/span><\/p>\n

Throughout the decades, he\u2019s produced hits with love songs such as <\/span>“N\u01a1i T\u00ecnh Y\u00eau B\u1eaft \u0110\u1ea7u”<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>“Ch\u1ecb T\u00f4i”<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>“Em \u01a0i H\u00e0 N\u1ed9i Ph\u1ed1”<\/span><\/a>,<\/span> and <\/span>“Tr\u00e1i Tim B\u00ean L\u1ec1”<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nImage adapted from: Thuy Nga<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Even now in his late 40s, B\u1eb1ng Ki\u1ec1u can still thrill the audience, both live and on Youtube, with his spectacular performances alongside his son <\/span>Beckham<\/b>, a talented guitarist.<\/span><\/p>\n

Those who dote on B\u1eb1ng Ki\u1ec1u \u2019s charming voice and would love to hear more can check out his music channel <\/span>here<\/span><\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n

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16. Lam Tr\u01b0\u1eddng – one of Vietnam\u2019s best-selling artists\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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There are hardly any kids born in the 80s and 90s who didn\u2019t grow up listening to Lam Tr\u01b0\u1eddng <\/b>(1974-)\u2019s pop music. Born into a Vietnamese-Chinese family in Saigon, Lam Tr\u01b0\u1eddng is also able to sing Cantonese songs.<\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span>In those days, there was no digital music chart in Vietnam to rank the popularity of singers. Therefore, the fact that Lam Tr\u01b0\u1eddng\u2019s famous hits such as \u201cKathy Kathy<\/a>\u201d, which encourages the listener to think positive in love and \u2018\u2019T\u00ecnh Th\u00f4i X\u00f3t Xa<\/a>\u2019\u2019, a song about a painful love, were played in every corner of Vietnam in the late 90s and early 2000s was a true reflection of his influence.<\/p>\n

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\n<\/span>Image credit: <\/span>Fan Club Lam Tr\u01b0\u1eddng<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

From 1997 to 2008, he was consistently the winner of the Most Favourite Vietnamese Artist awards in the L\u00e0n S\u00f3ng Xanh<\/em>, Vietnam\u2019s most long-lasting music chart programme.<\/p>\n

He also won the most celebrity endorsement deals in those days, such as Pepsi, Samsung, <\/b>and Head & Shoulders.<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nLam Tr\u01b0\u1eddng and Britney Spears in a Pepsi ad campaign<\/span>
\n<\/span>Image credit: <\/span><\/em>Gia Dinh<\/span><\/em>
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\nGood looks and charm were not the only things that Lam Tr\u01b0\u1eddng brought to the table.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nImage credit: Fan Club Lam Tr\u01b0\u1eddng<\/a>
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\nHis warm and solid voice, towards the raspy side, is what has made his songs popular until today.
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17. \u0110an Tr\u01b0\u1eddng – his name always ensures stadium sellouts<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\nImage adapted from: \u0110an Tr\u01b0\u1eddng Singer Official<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Throughout his impressive career since 1997, \u0110an Tr\u01b0\u1eddng <\/b>(1976-) still secures a large and loyal fan base thanks to his friendly personality and sweet looks which get better with age.<\/p>\n

Today, the Saigon-born singer is still the owner of some of Vietnam’s highest-grossing concerts as his name still ensures arena sellouts.<\/p>\n

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\nImage credit: <\/span>Tin Nhac<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

While his vocal skills are not highly praised by music critics, his juicy and crisp voice blends well with slow pop ballads such as ”Ki\u1ebfp Ve S\u1ea7u” <\/a><\/em>and ”Phi\u00eau Du”<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n

\u0110an Tr\u01b0\u1eddng\u2019s influence was enormous<\/b> in the late 90s and early 2000s, during which he earned numerous local awards such as the HTV Awards and the L\u00e0n S\u00f3ng Xanh <\/em>awards.<\/p>\n

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\nImage adapted from: <\/span>Fan Club \u0110an Tr\u01b0\u1eddng<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

He and <\/span>Lam Tr\u01b0\u1eddng<\/b> were the most frequently nominated male singers for the title of Vietnam\u2019s most favorite singers before the emergence of \u01afng Ho\u00e0ng Ph\u00fac.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u0110an Tr\u01b0\u1eddng was also the only Vietnamese singer to share the stage with <\/span>Vicky Zhao<\/span><\/a> in 2003 when she visited Vietnam to promote the <\/span>Huan Zhu Ge Ge<\/span> (<\/span>Princess Pearl<\/span><\/em>) <\/em>Chinese drama series.<\/span><\/p>\n

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18. \u01afng Ho\u00e0ng Ph\u00fac – the king of hits in the early 2000s<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\nImage adapted from: Vafaco Official<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Known for his <\/span>handsome looks and heartthrob status, \u01afng Ho\u00e0ng Ph\u00fac <\/b>(1981-)\u2019s 19-year entertainment career has expanded far beyond his heyday in the early 2000s.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

After his music band 1088<\/b> disbanded, \u01afng Ho\u00e0ng Ph\u00fac debuted again as a solo artist and gained tremendous success.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nImage credit: Tieu Su Nguoi Noi Tieng<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Despite criticism about his vocal skills, \u01afng Ho\u00e0ng Ph\u00fac\u2019s distinctive use of falsetto supported by well-written catchy songs made him one of Vietnam\u2019s highest-selling artists between 2001 and 2007.<\/p>\n

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\nImage credit: \u01afng Ho\u00e0ng Ph\u00fac<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Some of the songs that became nationwide hits include “Th\u00e0 R\u1eb1ng Nh\u01b0 Th\u1ebf”<\/a>, “Ng\u01b0\u1eddi Ta N\u00f3i”<\/a>, and ”T\u00f4i Kh\u00f4ng Tin”<\/a>, which all talk about sad love stories and broken hearts.<\/p>\n

Today, \u01afng Ho\u00e0ng Ph\u00fac is still one of the most popular male Vietnamese singers, with his songs covered by many younger singers today. Aside from running his own business, he sometimes graces the stages of pubs and bars in Saigon.<\/span><\/p>\n

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19. \u0110\u00ecnh B\u1ea3o – one of Vietnam\u2019s best baritone singers<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\nImage adapted from: Dinh Bao Official<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Despite his many years of performing in the AC&M <\/strong>acapella band, \u0110\u00ecnh B\u1ea3o<\/strong> (1981-)\u2019s name only started to rise to prominence after he relocated to the US and began his solo career.<\/p>\n

Possessing a solid and soaring baritone voice that covers 3 octaves, \u0110\u00ecnh B\u1ea3o can slide into incredible high notes with ease.<\/p>\n

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\nImage adapted from: Dinh Bao Nguyen<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

After graduating from a music school in California with a major in sound engineering, \u0110\u00ecnh B\u1ea3o is currently working as a music teacher and frequently performs on the stage of Paris by Night.<\/p>\n

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\nImage adapted from: Dinh Bao Nguyen<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Some of \u0110\u00ecnh B\u1ea3o\u2019s most praised performances include his heartbreaking rendition of ”Tri\u1ec7u \u0110\u00f3a H\u1ed3ng”<\/a>, which is a bleak picture of a desperate love and ”Gi\u00e3 T\u1eeb T\u00ecnh Y\u00eau”,<\/a>\u00a0a song about the\u00a0pain of breaking up with a lover.<\/span><\/p>\n

For more of his songs, check out \u0110\u00ecnh B\u1ea3o\u2019s official music channel <\/span>here<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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20. \u0110an Nguy\u00ean – the king of Vietnamese country music<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\nImage adapted from: Asia Entertainment Official<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

If there was a group of the most passionate Vietnamese music fans, US-based singer \u0110an Nguy\u00ean<\/b> (1984- )\u2019s fan clubs, which spread across the world, would be at the top of the list.<\/p>\n

Despite his young and rugged handsome looks that are normally synonymous with pop or rock, the 36-year-old singer chose Vietnamese country music as his main genre when he first debuted at the age of 22.<\/p>\n

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\nImage credit: \u0110an Nguy\u00ean FC Vi\u1ec7t Nam<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Considered to be an old-school music form as it first became popular in the 1950s, this genre consists of mostly slow military songs performed to the rhythm of tango, bolero, cha-cha-cha, and rumba.<\/p>\n

His sweet voice coupled with his masculine Indiana Jones vibes ticked well with his audience in the US, a majority of whom are big fans of Vietnamese singers of country music.<\/p>\n

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\nImage credit: <\/span>@dan_nguyen9\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

While \u0110an Nguy\u00ean\u2019s voice is unquestionably beautiful, there\u2019s no denying that it\u2019s his extraordinary looks and charisma that have drawn more people to listen to Vietnamese country music.<\/p>\n

Some of the songs that contributed big time to \u0110an Nguyen\u2019s success include \u201c<\/span>Chuy\u1ec7n Hoa Sim<\/span><\/a>\u201d, a song about a girl reminiscing her sad love story when looking at purple flowers, and ”<\/span>L\u1ea1i Nh\u1edb Ng\u01b0\u1eddi Y\u00eau”<\/span><\/a>, which talks about the desperate love of a soldier for his lover.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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The most popular Vietnamese singers\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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In order to list out all of the Vietnamese singers, artists, and musicians that have delighted Vietnamese audiences worldwide since the 20th century<\/a>, we might need to expand this walk-of-fame article in future.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

While moving with the times and keeping up with modern music and international artists is all part of being a fan of Vietnamese music, it\u2019s important to be reminded that there are already many talented artists in our country who deserve attention.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Endowed with great vocal skills and distinguishable performing styles, these 20 Vietnamese singers are more than able to represent Vietnamese music to international audiences and make us proud.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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