
2. Encounter of the Thief and the Elderly Lady
Using a common folk saying, Encounter of the Thief and the Elderly Lady is used to describe the current prevalence of 'trap boy' and 'trap girl'. When emotions become a mockery, one might think they are the 'hunter', but there will come a day when they are deceived in turn.
'Our elders were not wrong at all! Thieves will encounter elderly ladies, and these ladies will reveal... Our elders were not wrong at all! You spend your life sowing love, only to find that the one who sows love becomes the one embraced by unrequited love in return, in return.' Human beings still need to give each other genuine affection to find their life partner.
The allure of “Encounter of the Thief and the Elderly Lady” has been proven: within 24 hours of release, the MV garnered over 1.6 million views, over 133 thousand likes, maintaining the top 8 trending spot on YouTube Vietnam. Will “Encounter of the Thief and the Elderly Lady” become Hoàng Thuỳ Linh's next product to reach the top 1 trending?

3. Let Me Tell You Something
Let Me Tell You Something marks Hoàng Thùy Linh's return to the music scene. The song is based on the literary work 'The Couple A Phủ'.
The song expresses the aspirations of youth, desiring to go out, have fun, and live fully for the 'prime of life'. Not only in content but also in timing, as the MV release coincides with exam season, Hoàng Thùy Linh generously incorporates literary elements into the work, creating freshness and uniqueness. 'Life isn't always fun, so why be sad? Who knows if tomorrow will be black or white, round or square.' Therefore, let's live fully for today!
Hoàng Thùy Linh shares: “The image of the mountain girl with a tragic fate, having to suppress youthful desires, often wanting to commit suicide with a finger leaf in the work 'The Couple A Phủ' is not unfamiliar to Vietnamese people. It encapsulates many hidden struggles of Vietnamese women. Like all other women, I also have desires and aspirations, but because of society, because of the times, I have to endure. I love her and I sympathize with her struggles. If she were young, if she wanted to go out, why wouldn't she just ignore everything and go, live for herself? I believe this is also the message that the work wants to convey, to encourage everyone to think and do what they want”.

4. Sweet Glutinous Rice Balls
Sweet glutinous rice balls was first performed by Hoàng Thùy Linh at The Remix 2016 in the World Music-themed night. Receiving love from the audience, the female singer decided to undertake a grand project as a token of gratitude. Sweet glutinous rice balls was originally just a four-line poem by the iconic Nôm poet Hồ Xuân Hương. Through the magic hands of musician Hồ Hoài Anh, the familiar poem to many Vietnamese people was set to music and given a new look.
However, if it had stopped at just setting to music, the song wouldn't have left such an impression. Cutting-edge electronic music by Long Halo, Triple D cleverly intertwined with folk influences. In addition, Hoàng Thùy Linh's enchanting voice and performance style effectively conveyed the song's spirit. With sweet glutinous rice balls, the Hanoi-born singer seems to offer an experiment that is both strange and familiar, and rare in Vpop: poetry + EDM + folk music.
Clearly, Sweet glutinous rice balls is a product of innovation, daring to think and do, and Hoàng Thùy Linh's heart. Blending traditional and contemporary art has always been a difficult problem for Vietnamese artists, but if they want to break all boundaries, advance further, and not just stop at the level of performing artists, they need the courage like Hoàng Thùy Linh's. Because ultimately, the trends in music worldwide are always changing, while traditional values with ethnic characteristics will always be a treasure that needs to be preserved and promoted even more.

5. Fortune Telling
Fortune-telling or divination at the beginning of the year is considered a cultural trait of the Vietnamese people. However, fortune-telling is actually just for reference; fate, especially romantic fate, should naturally follow its course.
'Love comes like magic, no one can predict it. Meeting each other is destiny, naturally matching hearts. People can force fat and oil, but who can force destiny? Love comes without seeking. Then perhaps it will last a long time.'
In the music video, Hoàng Thùy Linh transforms into a 'fortune teller' with elaborate makeup. The MV incorporates subtle, humorous details, hinting at the two-year 'traffic jam' due to the pandemic. The song Fortune Telling also speaks of New Year's concerns, such as career, money, and daily life. However, when it comes to romantic fate, the girl in the song doesn't need to know in advance. The song conveys the message: just trust yourself to control your destiny.

6. Brain Teaser
The project Brain Teaser collaborates with 2 seasoned artists in the Vietnamese entertainment industry. The colors and music lyrics are full of artistic flair. The spatial arrangement in the MV is also highly praised. Especially, Hoàng Thùy Linh demonstrates her ability when she is not overshadowed by her senior colleagues.
Hoàng Thùy Linh even asserts that Brain Teaser is a representative of the ideals of living and musical values she pursues. However, this is still the most 'picky' music product of the singer to date. After 12 hours of release, the MV Brain Teaser only reached over 150,000 views. Hồ Hoài Anh himself commented that this is a 'lame' product of his.
If Fortune Telling represents the desire for a fresh start at the beginning of the year, See Love is the budding happiness when we begin to care about our own hearts, then Brain Teaser is like a puzzle that stimulates the mind as we delve deeper into our inner selves. But not every audience member is willing to... solve equations, find answers. The song lyrics are designed with many metaphorical images expressing the inner thoughts of a somewhat eccentric girl who always longs to be understood and loved more.
'I am the muse in the midnight/ Awake craving a strawberry cake/ You are diligently working in the factory/ Giving chase to colorful tasks/ Then when you hurriedly rush over/ I ask if I still need anything'.

7. Jacks and Jills
With explosive music and eye-catching MV, “Jacks and Jills” remains a product that bears the mark of Hoàng Thùy Linh. The highlight of the song is the unique composition style of DTAP. The trio of producers worked meticulously on the lyrics, incorporating many wordplay techniques to attract listeners, on a more intricate beat.
“Jacks and Jills” is a fairly common phrase associated with the childhood of many generations. Typically, when kids don't want to play together anymore, they'll say this to signify the end of the relationship. With that notion in mind, Hoàng Thùy Linh and her team used the phrase “Jacks and Jills” as the title of the song and the chorus, thereby highlighting the message criticizing a toxic relationship. The title implies that love affairs are no different from children's games; if they don't match, the only option is to break up.
Jacks and Jills brings a catchy melody, along with unique and creative wordplay. For example, using clever wordplay: 'invite rice' - 'stir the fire', 'let loose' - 'swim away',... that intelligence and subtlety create attractiveness for the youth. In fact, the chorus of the song has even been used by netizens as background music for shape-shifting trends on Tiktok.

8. Lovey-dovey
Lovey-dovey was previously performed by Hoàng Thùy Linh at The Debut finals, but at that time, the song didn't receive much attention, partly because the program itself was lackluster, failing to make a big impact. On the evening of October 16, when the singer born in 1988 released the official MV along with well-invested visuals, her new product garnered more interest.
The song aims for more entertainment value, with catchy music. However, recently, popular songs tend to win over listeners not with elaborate melodies but with simplicity, sincerity, and approachability.
In the MV Lovey-dovey, Hoàng Thùy Linh's fresh image is a highlight. Not the familiar sexy style, she appears with a wild, mesmerizing, and seductive look, clearly expressing the desire to give her all for the one she loves.

9. No Rush Needed
“No rush needed” is a musical collaboration featuring the hottest Vpop artists: JustaTee, Hoàng Thùy Linh, and Đen Vâu.
Tết, a time for family reunions and togetherness, where familial bonds flourish after a year filled with ups and downs, yet enough to make many households tighten their belts due to the pressures of giving and receiving “lì xì” (lucky money). Still, amidst the festive tunes of the new year and the worries of the past year, whether as a husband, a village girl, or an artist, everyone has their own concerns. However, in the end, 'No rush needed? What's the hurry? Our task is to welcome Tet without worries'.
The MV for No Rush Needed, by JustaTee featuring Hoàng Thùy Linh and Đen Vâu, exudes the essence of Vietnamese Tet in a unique way, thanks to its lively and festive melody, making listeners forget about the financial worries that often come with Tet celebrations.

10. Melody of Fate
Exactly 2 months after shaking up the music scene with the vol.3 album 'Hoàng', Hoàng Thùy Linh unleashed the MV 'Melody of Fate' - an impressive 'closing chapter' project of 2019 for the female singer. 'Melody of Fate' is one of the most beloved tracks in the album and was executed by Hoàng Thùy Linh and her team in a record-breaking 10 days.
Discussing the choice of 'Melody of Fate' for the MV, Hoàng Thùy Linh explained that it was a very difficult decision, but she wanted to bring a cheerful, positive song to fit the festive atmosphere. Furthermore, as the year draws to a close, people often take a moment of quiet reflection to look back on the past year, assess their achievements, mistakes, learn from them, forgive, and welcome the new year with a peaceful mindset. That is also the prevailing spirit of the MV 'Melody of Fate'.
Additionally, the singer also had poignant moments recalling the past. At that time, Hoàng Thùy Linh had moments of despair, wanting to give up, as no brand agreed to collaborate. Therefore, she expressed her emotion when the products over the past time received the support of the audience and had a great team to accompany her.
