Top 10 Young and Influential Male Singers in Vietnam

Sơn Tùng M-TP stands as one of the most popular young male singers in Vietnam. Having immersed in the arts from a young age, this Thai Binh-born artist captivates audiences with his charisma, singing, songwriting, dancing, and piano skills. His acting abilities were also recognized in the film 'The Boy of That Year.'

Sơn Tùng gained fame with the release of singles 'The Rain Crossed Over' and 'Yesterday's You,' marking the beginning of his career. His debut album, the soundtrack for the film 'The Boy of That Year' (2014), including hits like 'Someone Will Return' and 'Not Middle Dang Vua,' achieved significant commercial success. In 2017, Sơn Tùng M-TP gained even more recognition with the singles 'Wandering' and 'Here Has Me' from his first compilation album, m-tp M-TP (2017). He released the compilation album in the same year. Collaborations with American rapper Snoop Dogg on the singles 'Run Now' (2018) and 'Give It to Me' (2019) made headlines and broke records, earning international acclaim.

Dubbed the 'Prince of V-pop,' he is widely regarded as one of the most successful V-pop artists currently. Throughout his career, Tùng has received numerous awards, including a Dedication Music Award, an MTV European Music Award, a Mnet Asian Music Award, and seven Green Wave Awards. He has also been listed in Forbes Vietnam's 30 Under 30.

Erik is not just a singer but also a dancer. He first gained attention on the show The Voice Kids in 2013 and later became a member of the group Monstar. Additionally, he received 4 nominations at the Dedication Awards and was the only artist nominated twice in the 'New Artist of the Year' category. In 2016, Erik made a significant impact with the song 'Sau tất cả,' winning numerous national awards. Apart from The Voice Kids, Erik participated in other music competitions, achieving notable successes such as winning the Gold Prize at the National Youth Melody Contest in 2013, being in the Top 25 of the Stars of Vietnam program in 2014, and reaching the Top 4 in The Winner Is in 2014.

As of now, Erik has a series of hit songs and continues to receive love from fans. Recently, he joined the Perfect Couple - Trữ tình & Bolero program and advanced to the finals. With his talent and youthful enthusiasm, we can hope for Erik's further growth in the Vietnamese music market.

3. Đức Phúc

Đức Phúc was born and raised in a family with no artistic tradition, even attending Hanoi University of Construction before officially embarking on his artistic journey after winning The Voice of Vietnam 2015.

Immediately after claiming the title, he faced mixed feedback, but with his true talent, Đức Phúc gradually asserted himself as truly deserving. A notable feature of Đức Phúc's voice is its beautiful, warm, and pure tone, full of sentiment. His beautiful voice has been compared by Tuấn Hưng to 'a gifted voice from heaven, like a raw gem that shines brighter when polished.' In his song 'Ánh nắng,' Đức Phúc's delivery of the word 'sẽ' (will) is exceptionally beautiful, natural, and warm. Đức Phúc has an innate tenor 2 voice (similar to Tùng Dương, Tuấn Hưng), different from tenor 1 voices like Erik, Bằng Kiều, Bùi Anh Tuấn, characterized by warmth, thickness, and fullness when hitting high notes. With a warm, powerful, and emotionally expressive voice, especially after a complete physical transformation, Đức Phúc's name is highly sought after in recent times.

4. Trúc Nhân

Trúc Nhân, originally a student majoring in Graphic Design at Van Lang University, initially considered singing as a side job. However, after reaching the top 8 in the Voice of Vietnam 2012, Trúc Nhân completely shifted to the singing path, delivering a series of beloved hits.

His unique and expressive style sets him apart in the Vietnamese music scene. Representing a distinctive rebellious style, his notable music productions include 'Bốn chữ lắm,' 'Sáng mắt chưa,' 'Thật bất ngờ,'... While not frequently releasing new music, each of Trúc Nhân's songs consistently becomes a hit upon release. His songs often carry a vibrant tone with intriguing arrangements, and he sometimes uses his music to satirize certain social phenomena.

5. Hoàng Dũng

Hoàng Dũng, widely recognized as a talented male singer and songwriter, gained immense popularity with the hit song Nàng Thơ, earning him the endearing nickname 'Prince of Love Songs.' He achieved the title of Runner-up in the Voice of Vietnam competition in 2015 and made it to the top 10 Best Songs of 2016. Hoàng Dũng first caught attention when he performed the self-composed Weakness during the Voice of Vietnam finals, marking the beginning of his singing and songwriting career. He now focuses on independent artistry mainly in Hanoi, maintaining a low-key, non-controversial profile, and his music speaks volumes of elegance. His shows consistently draw a full house, a testament to the genuine love and fair judgment from the audience towards a dedicated young artist.

Bùi Anh Tuấn embarked on his music career in 2012, emerging as one of the standout contestants of the first season of The Voice of Vietnam. He quickly gained popularity for his charming looks and deep, warm voice.

After leaving The Voice of Vietnam, Bùi Anh Tuấn released a series of hit songs, with the official version of 'Where Love Begins' being a phenomenon that propelled his name to stardom. Subsequently, he continued to release hits like 'Where Love Returns,' 'Where Love Ends,' 'Let Go,' 'Please,' 'Have Experienced,' and more. These ballads perfectly complement Bùi Anh Tuấn's warm, deep voice. Despite facing several controversies in his singing career, his talent and fame are undeniable.

With experience gained from various singing competitions, Bùi Anh Tuấn proves to be more than a temporary phenomenon, establishing himself as a singer with substantial talent. He continues to captivate the audience with a series of hit songs.

Vũ, born into a family with a military father and a teacher mother, often shares his compositions on Soundcloud. He explores genres like indie pop, acoustic, and rock. Before pursuing music, Vũ served in the military and worked as an English teacher at a military school, where he also composed songs.

In 2016, Vũ released his compositions, achieving success in the Vietnamese indie scene with songs like 'Đông kiếm em,' 'Mùa mưa ngâu nằm cạnh,' 'Chuyện những người yêu xa,' and the standout single 'Lạ lùng.' In 2017, his solo concerts titled Xin phép (được) cô đơn (Excuse My Loneliness) created a significant impact, selling out tickets within a few hours. Vũ was also nominated in two categories, 'Song of the Year' and 'New Artist of the Year,' at the Dedication Music Awards 2019.

Vũ's music is always associated with a melancholic atmosphere and the loneliness of love. This characteristic is most evident in his earlier works like “Lạ lùng,” “Đông kiếm em,” “Mùa mưa ngâu nằm cạnh,” and “Đợi,” which evoke memories that are hard to escape. Vũ, like many other independent artists, is transitioning to pave the way for his career's development. However, what's commendable is that Vũ still maintains his unique essence, unmistakable for anyone else. A true 'Indie Prince' standing out in the modern Vietnamese music scene.

Nal, whose full name is Hồ Phi Nal, is a young singer gaining attention from netizens. His productions quickly attract notice and achieve success. The most prominent among them is the song 'Rồi Tới Luôn,' with a lively and vibrant melody that vividly reflects Nal's personal musical style. The song went viral, making waves across social platforms, at weddings, or gatherings, where one can easily hear Nal's melodies.

In April 2021, the male singer made his mark on the Vpop scene with the song 'Cô Đơn Dành Cho Ai' in collaboration with LEE KEN, quickly attracting a large audience with over 30 million views on YouTube. Following this success, in July of the same year, Nal continued to release the hit song 'Rồi Tới Luôn.' With its unique title and intriguing melody, the song, expressing a boy's confession to his love interest, captured the hearts of the online community.

The music is filled with joy, exuberant rhythms, and a strong Western vibe in these songs, making listeners unable to resist dancing along. It can be said that Nal is currently one of the newest and most famous young male singers in Vietnamese music.

Soobin Hoàng Sơn, the only son born into a family with a rich artistic tradition, where his father is a musician and a folk instrument artisan. From a young age, he played đàn bầu and piano, leaving a lasting impression with his singing, rapping, composing, and impressive dancing. After securing the runner-up position on Ngôi sao Việt 2014 and making his mark with a Silver trophy at The Remix season two, Soobin Hoàng Sơn dedicated himself to the professional singing path and truly succeeded as a singer.

In 2016, Soobin Hoàng Sơn became a sensation with the hit song 'Phía sau một cô gái,' dominating various prestigious charts in Vietnam and becoming a 'phenomenon' in Vietnamese music at the time of its release. The song brought Soobin closer to the Vietnamese audience. The music video, released shortly after, garnered nearly 10 million views on YouTube – an impressive number for a young artist. Recently, Soobin released the MV 'Đi để trở về,' inspiring young people to explore, and the MV quickly had a positive impact similar to 'Phía sau một cô gái.' With an excellent collaboration with Binz, in 2020, Soobin once again stirred up the online community with the song 'BlackJack ft. GOKU.'

Datkaa, a very young male singer, has recently emerged in the Vietnamese music scene. Despite being young and officially entering the art world for only 2 years, Datkaa has already won over numerous fans and asserted his position with million-view works, including hits like: 'Dừng Thương,' 'Hạ Còn Vương Nắng,' 'Đường Quyền Tình Yêu,' 'Người Có Thương,'... Many have noted Datkaa's vocal resemblance to Đạt G and musical style similar to Jack, especially in the song 'Chiều Thu Họa Bóng Nàng.'

What makes audiences adore him even more is his charm and humor in real life, showcased in funny clips he shares on TikTok, delighting the online community. In addition, Datkaa shared some heartfelt moments about his past on the show Sóng 22, revealing his previous job as a construction worker. Thanks to his burning passion for art and self-determination, he has reached the position he enjoys today. Datkaa is now one of the most beloved and famous young male singers in Vietnamese music.