Top 10 Most Viewed Music Videos by Sơn Tùng M-TP

'We Don’t Belong Together' is the title track from Sơn Tùng M-TP's 2016 album of the same name, which earned him a nomination for the Mai Vàng award as Best Male Singer in Pop Music. This Tropical House song boasts a catchy tune, with every note and lyric meticulously crafted. It marked a significant return for Sơn Tùng after a six-month hiatus from music and artistic activities. With over 207 million views on YouTube, it stands as one of his most impressive achievements.

The 'We Don’t Belong Together' music video captivated the music community with its unique storyline and stunning visuals. It tells the story of an eccentric doctor who creates women to possess and control. However, he learns that true love cannot exist when one is possessive and controlling. The energetic, catchy Tropical House beat of the song attracted a massive audience and has been hailed as one of Sơn Tùng's finest works. Some critics have pointed out similarities between its melody and Charlie Puth and Selena Gomez's 'We Don’t Talk Anymore,' but this remains unproven, as both songs belong to the same genre, yet their arrangements differ significantly.

'Why is it Still Late?' debuted at number 126 on the Billboard Global Excl chart less than a month ago. The music video has already accumulated nearly 70 million views and held the top position on YouTube Vietnam's trending chart for two consecutive weeks. The track also claimed the top spot on the HOT14 Weekly chart, dominating the HOT14 Realtime chart since its release. The music video captures a young man deeply infatuated with a girl, constantly thinking about her, even lying awake at night. The song's soft color palette complements the gentle lyrics and the youthful image of Sơn Tùng M-TP.

Released with a theme of a young man’s unrequited love, 'Why is it Still Late?' portrays a person mesmerized by a single glance, leaving him captivated for life. Introduced at the first live concert 'Giật mình', this pop-R&B hybrid track was produced by Sơn Tùng M-TP himself, making the arrangement simple and lacking a standout feature. Some fans believe the song would have been more compelling with the involvement of renowned producers. The MV features scenes reflecting the protagonist’s inner turmoil, depicted through symbolic imagery and mostly shot in a studio and stadium. Sơn Tùng M-TP appears in radiant, sweet visuals, adding a touch of charm despite not featuring any top celebrities, making the video endearing and pure.

'Is This Love?' expresses the shy and nervous emotions of a young man standing before the one he loves. It seems like a one-sided affection where the boy is eagerly waiting for a response from the girl, who remains indifferent, unaware of his feelings. Sơn Tùng M-TP shared that the MV is a gift for his fans. As of now, the MV has gained nearly 162 million views and over 3.3 million likes. It has also garnered more than 1,000 comments. The MV continues to break impressive records, following in the footsteps of the singer's previous hits, and has not disappointed his fans since its release.

'Is This Love?' marks Sơn Tùng M-TP's return to the stage after a long period of silence. Released on the singer's birthday, the MV generated much anticipation from his fans. It was also his first release of the year, before his upcoming album 'We Still Are.' With 'Is This Love?', Sơn Tùng M-TP wanted to give his fans a meaningful and emotional gift. The MV offers a more soothing and positive vibe compared to his previous works like 'Lạc trôi,' 'Chạy ngay đi,' or 'Nơi này có anh.' However, for those familiar with Sơn Tùng's music, this song may not be considered a breakthrough in terms of quality and imagery.

What makes the MV special is its homage to the R&B genre, staying true to its positive and captivating essence. Sơn Tùng M-TP and his team didn't attempt to create a complex, technical song but instead focused on simplicity and emotional depth, which made it more relatable and accessible to the audience. Unlike his previous works, 'Is This Love?' was shot in a studio with modern special effects. The MV’s theme revolves around four key aspects of love: the eyes, the ears, the heart, and the lips. The visuals are carefully crafted to offer viewers an engaging and meaningful experience.

The hit track 'Run Away Now' by Sơn Tùng M-TP is considered a remarkable breakthrough for the artist from Thái Bình. Within the first 24 hours of its release, with 22 views, 'Run Away Now' became the most-watched music video in the world on YouTube (according to YouTube Metub's copyright statistics). The MV has earned Sơn Tùng many impressive achievements on the international stage, setting unprecedented records for Vietnamese music on YouTube. Some of the milestones include reaching number one on the Kworb chart for 'Most Viewed Music Videos in 24 Hours.' Shortly after its release, the MV topped the trending chart on YouTube in Vietnam, ranked second in Japan, 21st in Taiwan, and 43rd in Australia and Canada.

'Run Away Now' is a hip-hop and R&B track written by the famous Sơn Tùng M-TP and produced by the young producer Onionn. The MV tells the story of a complicated relationship between a wealthy young man and a beautiful woman who enters his life. The man initially believes she is his true love, but later realizes she is only interested in his money. He becomes heartbroken and contemplates violence, but eventually understands that he can never trust her heart. Therefore, he warns her, saying: "Run away now before things get worse." Sơn Tùng M-TP envisioned the entire story and wanted to transform it into a music video to convey a deep message to the audience. Featuring top Asian celebrities and contributions from professional MV filmmakers, 'Run Away Now' quickly became a phenomenon and set new records in the V-pop music scene.

'Silent by Your Side' is a track from Sơn Tùng M-TP's album 'We Don't Belong Together,' released in 2016. The song captures the complex emotions of love, blending both joy and sorrow, leaving a deep impression on the listener. It quickly became a fan favorite and was nominated for the 'Song of the Year' at the Cống Hiến Music Awards. Additionally, it won the 'Song of the Year' award at the Làn Sóng Xanh Awards, along with a place in the 'Top 10 Favorite Composers' category, further cementing Sơn Tùng M-TP's success.

The music video for 'Silent by Your Side' is a heart-wrenching love story. The protagonist is a passionate young man who falls for a girl working at a supermarket. He does everything he can to get close to her and win her affection. However, their relationship faces obstacles when the girl discovers that he has ties to a dangerous underworld. Despite the pain, the young man fights for their love, enduring hardship. After a long battle, he is severely injured and decides to change his life by removing his tattoos and working at the same store where the girl once worked. The MV has garnered millions of views and received positive feedback, especially for its emotional dialogue during the breakup scene, which moved many viewers to tears. This project marks an important turning point in Sơn Tùng M-TP's career and holds special significance for him. The artist also expressed his gratitude to his fans for their unwavering support.

'Let Go of Each Other,' the title track from Sơn Tùng M-TP's album of the same name, was released in 2015 and has garnered over 125 million views, making it one of his most-watched music videos. The song was nominated for 'Music Video of the Year' at the Cống Hiến Music Awards and marked another success in his career. It tells the heartbreaking story of a man witnessing the woman he loves walking hand in hand with another man, ultimately deciding to let her go and allow her to be with her new love.

The music video for 'Let Go of Each Other' was highly anticipated by Sơn Tùng's fanbase. Upon release, it quickly amassed nearly 100,000 views on YouTube, an impressive number at the time. Sơn Tùng had already become one of the biggest stars in Vpop after two years in the industry. The song was quickly embraced by fans and became one of his biggest hits. Directed by Đinh Hà Uyên Thư, the music video tells a bittersweet love story about a couple parting ways but growing stronger and more resilient as they move on from the pain. Chi Pu also made an appearance in the video, with emotionally charged scenes alongside Sơn Tùng. Notably, during the filming in the scorching heat of 40°C, the actors had to wear thick sweaters and act as though they were in winter, creating a striking contrast. Fans will likely be surprised to learn that Chi Pu truly played a romantic partner to Sơn Tùng in this MV.

The music video for 'Us in the Present' climbed to the top of YouTube's trending list just 5 hours after its release. Despite its nearly 15-minute runtime, Sơn Tùng's creation captivated viewers, with both the music and storyline packed with compelling elements. With 15 million views within 24 hours, 'Us in the Present' quickly became one of the top 5 Vpop music videos with the highest first-day view count.

The video is set in 1970s-1980s Saigon, featuring a retro, vintage vibe that evokes a sense of nostalgia and comfort. In the video, Sơn Tùng M-TP plays a wealthy heir to a criminal empire, exuding the arrogance of a leader, yet showing a more innocent, lovable side when he’s with the girl he loves. To win over Hải Tú, the girl he’s enamored with, he drags his followers to a restaurant, ordering bizarre items and relying on his friends to help him with his shyness. Their love story is portrayed through sweet, romantic moments as they stroll through the streets, basking in each other's company. But, like many classic love stories, their relationship faces turmoil. When their outing ends in an emotional twist, Sơn Tùng’s enemies kidnap Hải Tú. To save her, he must sacrifice his own life, leading to a tragic ending. The final phone conversation between the couple, with the line 'What I’ve always kept hidden in my heart, tomorrow’s sunshine and wind may wear me down, who will care for you?' showcases the heartbreak and concern the male protagonist feels leaving her behind. 'Us in the Present' is not only a love story with a sad conclusion but also a narrative filled with perplexing moments that leave the audience in contemplation.

'Here With Me,' a pop track released in 2017, was composed by Sơn Tùng as a gift for his devoted fans, especially his Sky fan club. Sơn Tùng has often referred to his fans as his 'lovers' and wanted to present this song as a heartfelt Valentine's gift to them. It marks his first foray into writing a song about love and happiness, with production support from Khắc Hưng.

The music video for 'Here With Me' is a meticulously crafted project by Sơn Tùng, showcasing both impressive visuals and melodies. Upon its release on Sơn Tùng’s official YouTube channel, the video quickly became a phenomenon, garnering hundreds of millions of views and winning numerous prestigious awards. In the video, Sơn Tùng M-TP plays a young man in search of true love. The narrative unfolds through scenes shot in beautiful locations in Thailand, Japan, and South Korea, offering romantic and captivating backdrops. The video also features the stunning actress Cara Phương, who portrays Sơn Tùng’s love interest, adding another layer of allure to the production. Both the song’s music and lyrics were highly praised by fans and critics alike.

In the music video for 'Give It To Me', Sơn Tùng M-TP made his debut use of YouTube Premiere, a feature that streams the video live at the time of release and tracks the live view count, marking the video's immediate popularity. At the time of its premiere, the video achieved over 600,000 viewers, setting a new record for Vpop. Within just 8 minutes, 'Give It To Me' had 1 million views, 2 million views in 14 minutes, and 4.7 million views within 50 minutes. Currently, the collaboration with Snoop Dogg continues to be one of the most viewed music videos in Vietnam's entertainment industry.

Released in 2018, 'Give It To Me' quickly became a sensation in Vietnam and across the region. Directed by Onionn and produced with a professional music team, the video featured renowned rapper Snoop Dogg. The music video received praise for its catchy beat, upbeat rhythm, and high-quality visuals and audio. With the success of 'Give It To Me,' Sơn Tùng M-TP solidified his status as one of the top artists in the Vietnamese music scene.

'Lost in Time' is an independent music project by Sơn Tùng M-TP, released at the start of 2017. The song, which was written by him, also marks his continued collaboration with Triple D. The track combines future bass with traditional Vietnamese instruments, creating a unique and innovative sound that had never been heard before from Sơn Tùng. Both the melody and lyrics, along with the music video, offer fans an entirely new experience compared to his previous work. The song has become one of Sơn Tùng's tracks to surpass 200 million views.

On January 1st, 2017, Sơn Tùng M-TP officially released the music video for 'Lost in Time' on his YouTube channel. To his surprise, within just one day of release, the video went viral, reaching over 5 million views. This project marked a turning point in Sơn Tùng's career, as it also signified the official launch of MTP Entertainment and his move towards independent music production. The music video for 'Lost in Time' was carefully crafted, with Sơn Tùng aiming to bring a modern take on traditional costumes. To achieve this look, he spent hours in discomfort, having his hair extended to match the character’s appearance in the video. The dedication he put into the project was well-received by fans, resulting in a high-quality musical masterpiece.