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What is the story behind Heavenly Bamboo Maiden? Where does the phrase 'Heavenly Bamboo Maiden' come from? Let's discover the answers in the following article.
Journey to the West, a film that shaped the childhood of many Vietnamese viewers, narrates the journey of four master-disciple pairs on their quest to obtain scriptures from Heavenly Bamboo Maiden. One of the outstanding musical pieces in the film is the song of Heavenly Bamboo Maiden. The song carries a cheerful, sweet, and lively melody with simple yet bright lyrics, concealing the temptations of love and the beauty of the princess of Heavenly Bamboo Land, portrayed by Tho Ngoc.
After enduring countless hardships, when setting foot on the land of Xa Ve, known as the Buddha's land, it seemed that Tang Monk and his disciples were nearing their destination. However, Tang Monk still had to confront the temptation of love with the beautiful princess. In this episode, Monkey King devised a plan where the master pretended to agree and waited for the night to intervene.
The melody resonates with the folk tunes of India, and the graceful dance of the beautiful princess captivates the audience with enchanting movements. It echoes in the joyous air of a simulated wedding celebration and the conflicted emotions of Tang Sanzang. This lively, sweet, and festive song expresses the princess's first love for her faithful companion, Tang Sanzang. Over time, this song has evolved into a famous Chinese pop classic, performed by various artists.
The song is a perfect collaboration between the Hua family composer and the talented artist Diem Tuc, brought to life through the melodious voice of Ly Linh Ngoc, who plays the role of Princess Thien Truc. The exclamation 'Shalliwa' is repeated multiple times in the chorus, blending seamlessly with the melody:
Oh… Shalliwa, Oh… Shaliwa
Oh… Ho!... Oh…ho… Oh…ho!
Who brought you to me?
The full moon up there
The sound of the babbling brook
The babbling brook, babbling brook
I am like a dewdrop on a flower petal
Sweetly clinging to you, never wanting to part
Oh… Shallywa, oh Shallywa
Oh… Shallywa, oh Shallywa…ho
Oh… Shallywa, Oh! Shallywa
Oh… Ho!... Oh…ho… Oh…ho!
Who guided you to me?
The sparkling star above
The bright and clear blue sky
The bright and clear blue sky
With a heart full of love, I vow to fill this affectionate bond
To love you even deeper
Oh… Shallywa, Shallywa
Oh… Shallywa, Shallywa
Oh… Shallywa, Shallywa
Oh… Shallywa, Shallywa
In the tender gaze, the charming smile of the princess is painted with captivating colors. Tang Sanzang, steadfastly avoiding the allure of marriage, power, and wealth, declines the invitation. Perhaps, after countless tribulations, having arrived here, has the monk's heart become resolute in the face of temptation regarding fame, wealth, and love?
Additionally, you can indulge in other emotionally charged melodies from Journey to the West such as 'Dare to Ask the Dao's Whereabouts,' '500 Years of Strawberry Fields,' 'A Maiden's Love,' 'Meeting is Difficult – Parting is Even Harder,' 'To the Farthest Western Heaven,' and more. Wishing you joyful moments!
