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1. 'Maybe I Never Loved You' – OnlyC, Karik
This track marked the return of OnlyC to the Vietnamese music scene after a two-year hiatus. Karik and OnlyC have been long-time collaborators, and the song showcases the strengths of both artists, expressing deep emotions through a simple, soulful ballad. The distinctive feature of 'Maybe I Never Loved You' lies in how the acoustic guitar becomes the central melody, creating a profound emotional flow that reflects the inner turmoil of a mature man.
Lyrics:
"So many days pass, yet the pain remains the same
I’d rather my heart learn to live with loneliness
You come like the night, seeking me when I’m exhausted
The night passes, with the sound of rain that never fades
Which raindrop falls, carrying memories of a lost love
I wander through a maze of thoughts, drinking alone all night
Back then, beside you, I never paid attention, now that you're gone, I call your name
This time, how long will my heart hurt before it ends? How can I forget? How can I let go?
Have you ever wondered how I’m doing right now?
Have you ever thought about our next meeting?
Do you know that I’m in pain, alone in the night?
Even the rain seems to fall harder
Do you know how I feel now?
Do you think of the moment when we meet again?
I search for you in emptiness
My heart is as cold as winter
Alone, in the pain of being torn apart
Maybe I never loved you
Maybe I never cared for you
Maybe all I did was cause you pain
Maybe I never..."
2. The Last Time
3. I Don't Ask For Gifts
“Anh không đòi quà” là một ca khúc có thể nói là kỷ niệm của những bạn trẻ 9x mỗi khi nhắc lại, với sự tham gia góp giọng của Karik và OnlyC cộng thêm sự hài hước, dí dỏm trong lời hát đã giúp ca khúc thành công hơn mong đợi.
Lời bài hát:
"Only C, boy bánh bèo
Karik, boy nhà nghèo
Yo!
Anh này đẹp trai này, đại gia này
Nhà giàu tiền tiêu thả ga
Xây riêng hồ bơi để nuôi cá
(Uh-ooh-ooh-ooh)
Còn anh thì nghèo khó, tiền chẳng có
Nhà nghèo thì mẹ đâu có cho
Xây riêng công viên để nuôi chó
Anh kia khi yêu em thì
Mua cho em những món đắt tiền
Luôn luôn tặng em rồi sai khiến
(Khiến em luôn đau đầu)
Còn anh đây yêu em là
Trao cho em con tim chung tình
Em ơi hãy lắng nghe anh này
Yêu anh đi em anh không đòi quà..."
4. Cạn cả nước mắt
Cạn cả nước mắt là một nhạc phẩm mới của chàng ca sĩ Karik, giai điệu và lời bài hát Cạn cả nước mắt đều do chàng ca sĩ Karik sáng tác, đây là sản phẩm âm nhạc mà chàng ca sĩ này kết hợp với ca sĩ trẻ Thái Trinh, bài hát với giai điệu ngọt ngào, lời bài hát mang tới cảm xúc buồn vương, với sự kết hợp ăn í của mình hai ca sĩ đã gửi tặng cho khán giả nghe nhạc một bài hát hay, nhanh chóng được khán giả nghe nhạc yêu thích, đón nhận.
Cạn cả nước mắt là bài hát được chàng ca sĩ Karik viết nên với nhiều cảm xúc, đó là một câu chuyện tình yêu, lời bài hát Cạn cả nước mắt được chàng ca sĩ viết trên nền nhạc nhẹ nhàng, sâu lắng mang tới nhiều cảm xúc cho khán giả nghe nhạc. Chắc hẳn trong số chúng ai sẽ có những người từng trải qua những đau khổ, mất mát trong tình yêu, chúng ta yêu một người nhưng vì hoàn cảnh, vì nhiều lý do khác nhau chúng ta không thể được ở bên người đó, đành lòng chia tay...giai điệu và lời bài hát Cạn cả nước mắt cũng mang tới cho chúng ta những cảm xúc như vậy, với giọng ca ngọt ngào của Karik và Thái Chinh, hai ca sĩ đã mang tới khán giả nghe nhạc những cảm xúc hết sức sâu lắng, giúp cho khán giả nghe nhạc có thể đồng cảm với cảm xúc, những đau đơn trong câu chuyện tình yêu mà không ai muốn trải qua thế này.Lời bài hát:"Xây lên bao vấn vươngChưa thành hình đã vỡTrách móc chẳng thành câuTa chờ nhau giữa nỗi đau dàiAi thương ai nhớ aiTrong lòng này đã thấu cớ saoCớ saoCớ sao xa nhau oh oh ohCớ sao xa nhau huhKhông rõ ràngĐó là tình yêu mình chọn lựaBên người vì nghịch cảnhBên nhau khi cần một điểm tựaThương nhau mình để đóVì bước không thể xa hơn nữaĐến không được buông không đànhChẳng cách chi cho vừaMình đặt những hoài nghiKhi mắt và môi không chung gốiHành hạ tinh thần nhauKhi biết không thể còn chung lốiMình dửng dưng với quyết địnhDù thấy kết quả ngay trước mặtĐể rồi buông tay nhauĐau đến cạn cả nước mắtChuyện tình mình thật nghiệt ngãAnh biết chứNhưng trái tim luôn thắng lý tríTình yêu làm sao có thể chối từCay đắngXót xaChưa điều gì mình chưa trải quaTrừ hạnh phúc ngắn ngủiRiêng sự tồi tệ hằng ngày cứ dài raAnh vẫn yêu emNguyên vẹn như ngày đầuChỉ khác là đang phải dối bản thânĐể mình mãi mãi xa nhauGượng cườiTự cứa vào tim của nhau vết sẹo chungĐúng ngườiSai thời điểmKết quả đau đớn đến tột cùngXây lên bao vấn vươngChưa thành hình đã vỡTrách móc chẳng thành câuTa chờ nhau giữa nỗi đau dàiAi thương ai nhớ aiTrong lòng này đã thấu cớ saoCớ saoCớ sao xa nhau oh oh ohCớ sao xa nhau huh...."
5. Men don't speak
Not only does the MV impress with its simple story, Men Don't Speak also moves many with its relatable lyrics, sharing the inner world of a man. Seen as an unusual and much-anticipated collaboration, Phan Mạnh Quỳnh and Karik have made many curious about the musical colors they would bring to the song.
A personality full of life, leaning towards deep emotions like Phan Mạnh Quỳnh alongside a raw, intense Karik brings a unique attraction to the song, showcasing the best from both artists.
Lyrics:
"The days have passed, the nights when I became accustomed to silence
That person remains lost in their own thoughts
Getting used to doubt and the unspoken words
Because the story of life holds countless untold tales behind every color"
The last rays of the day divide my thoughts
One half for hope, the other for sadness
Morning and night, endlessly chasing the madness of desire
I promised to stop, but my heart still refuses
Alone, drifting in thought, in a quiet corner of the sky
Restless in those fleeting moments, but still moving forward for peace
Even when the heart is heavy, I continue without turning back
With faith, I wander until everything is settled
Thinking of you, of family, I strive even harder
Because I know that after hardship, I won't be alone
The worn-out coat can't wear out the soul, for I have a longing for companionship
Despite the challenges, I will not surrender for them..."
6. Love
Love is a soulful rap by Karik, performed with Uyên Pím. Contrary to his edgy appearance, “Love” is a song filled with sadness and deep reflections on love, based on Karik's own romantic experience. Alongside Karik's reflective rap, Uyên Pím adds a sweet and feminine touch with her voice.
Lyrics:"Strange, love, sacrifice, and then love... Emotions always lead us to fleeting feelingsSweet when close, painful when misunderstoodA moment of realization, each person chooses their own pathLike you and I... right now.Yesterday we held each other tight, today we can't bear to see each otherThe calm one turns away, the other screams to the skyThe silence speaks louder than the two words ‘goodbye’Life says everything is destined, everything is in the hands of fateWe must accept when the boat reaches the shore, let go when it sails awaySo even when you cruelly give your last words, making my eyes heavy, I still love you... even though my heart aches and words can't escape.Em, do you know? Truly, no one is perfectly suited for anotherThey overcome everything just for each otherAnd until today, I still love you deeplyEven though you decisively ended this as if it never began..."
7. You are mine
You Are Mine is an original composition by Karik. The song carries a meaningful message to couples this Valentine's season: You can do whatever you want, but once you’ve decided on your feelings and thought seriously about the future, it’s time to be more mature and responsible both for yourself and the one you love. Karik demonstrates his versatility as an artist, not just through rap but also exploring a variety of music genres.
Lyrics:
"I don’t dare to promise too much about tomorrow
Or talk aimlessly about the long journey
Today, I’m by your side
We’ll stay as we are today, and that’s all I need
If there comes a time when we argue
Or love fades from how it used to be
You just have to believe and always remember that... (I, I)
I... will never doubt and let our love fade
I... will never make you cry
I will never, I will never
Let you be sad, even for a few seconds
I... will stay silent when you’re upset
I... will love you more than myself, I promise
I will forever be, I will forever be... la la la
La la la la la
La... la la la la la
Marry me, just marry me
La... la la la la la
Marry me, just marry me
La... la la la la la
Marry me, just marry me
La... la la la la la
(Oh oh)
...."
8. Stranger
The hit song Stranger, composed by musician Châu Đăng Khoa, explores the feeling of loneliness among adults in the 4.0 technology era and how they have connected to overcome it. The catchy melody, combined with Karik’s meaningful rap and Orange's distinctive voice, made the song a huge hit with audiences.
“Stranger” swept through all the music charts and is arguably one of Karik and Orange’s most iconic hits. Karik's introspective rap allows listeners to feel the deep emotions he wants to express, while Orange's chorus vocals perfectly complement the song, making it even more special.
Lyrics:
"I’m optimistic in the crowd, but when I’m alone, I’m not
I try to act fine, but deep inside, my tears form an ocean
Sometimes, all I want is someone to hold me tight
Let the laughter echo in my eyes, to break free from loneliness and fill the empty spaces.
Bringing hope to the dark places to let emotions return to life
So that sorrow stops clinging to the night, and tears on my eyes will no longer stay
Just one time, let the weakness today be the last to wait
Stranger, can you come comfort this soul of mine?"
...."
9. It's All My Fault
On December 26th, Karik released his final hit of 2018 in the Vpop race, with a song called "It's All My Fault." This EDM track, paired with heartfelt lyrics and rap, touches the hearts of those who have loved and suffered because of love.
In the music video, Karik transforms into a “madly in love guy,” ready to do anything to hold on to the girl he loves, even after committing wrongful acts towards her.
Lyrics:
"I’ve always been the hopeless romantic
I love you without a second thought
Even when you’ve always put me first, I love you with all my sacrifice
Never once did I think of giving up
Uncertain about the future
Still, I stayed by your side, knowing we weren’t meant to be
But everything changed when I saw your heart shift
I fell, unable to rise, letting myself drift aimlessly like clouds
Life forced me into hell, unable to do anything but remember and complain
Shouting in my heart even when there’s nothing left to break
Loneliness became my constant companion, like an old friend
Heartache, I entrusted my heart to the heaviest of burdens
My tears fall, soaking the love we once had
My tears fall, burying my heart from this point forward
10. Baby
"Baby" is an advertisement song from Beamin's project, featuring Karik and Amee. What seemed like just a regular track turned into a viral hit, loved by many young listeners. With Amee's sweet voice and Karik's smooth rap, "Baby" took over social media platforms.
Lyrics:"Bae bae, I suddenly want to go to the gym every dayBae bae, from now on I’ll take care of my skincareBae bae, I promise I’ll eat healthyBae-bae-bae-bae-bae cuzI want my skin to stay bright and rosy forever.I want a slim waist and to be in your arms forever.I want my body to stay youthful and full of energy.Bae-bae-bae cuz...[Chorus:]So that you will always call me 'Baby'Even when I’m 40, 60, 80, I will still stay true to you.I will comfort, protect, and empathize with you, even when you’re moody.I’ll be your sunshine and rain, sometimes unpredictable...So that you will always call me 'Baby'Even when I’m 40, 60, 80, I’ll stay the same.I’ll still like you, want you, and keep you close to meLike bones need joints, and students need classrooms.Class, class, class, classLove you~Bae bae bae bae bae bae babe x 4[RAP:]So clean, so fresh...is what I think of youEvery day, or even during the holidays...missing you just a little feels strange.I’ll keep things simple and down to earth, as I’ve already fallen head over heels for you.You’re already beautiful and adorable, from now on, you’ve captured my heart.If you want to be your truest self when taking selfies, the easiest way is to eat healthy.If you believe everything will be perfect, just listen to me and stop overthinking.I’m fat, you’re fat...I’m thin, you’re thin...I’m always with you, no matter what...So don’t worry about how we look, it won’t affect our love.The unpredictable weather inside you, I’ll always be here to share and comfort you, day or night.I’ll always be addicted to you, no matter how much you change in size, I’ll still love you."
