Top 10 Best Vietnamese Underground Songs

LK is a talented rapper known for his exceptional rap skills and ability to write his own songs. He has created numerous hits within the underground scene, and 'Silence' is one of his standout tracks. The song expresses a bittersweet, sorrowful tale of an unfulfilled love that couldn't reach a happy ending. Its melancholic lyrics quickly gained widespread popularity, with an impressive number of plays at the time.

'Why are there always empty spaces in your song'

'When there's no smile, and I don't know how to make myself smile again'

'To gather the courage to speak to you again'

'And perhaps when we're apart, everything has changed'

'And I don't know how to catch up with the way you forgot about me'

'When there's no answer, because you remain the same'

Created while Sơn Tùng MTP was still active in the underground scene, 'A Passing Rain' quickly became a hit, propelling the young, talented singer's career forward. With its fast tempo and commercial music style, the song quickly gained popularity across all music charts, delivering impressive results for Sơn Tùng. The stage name 'Prince of Rain' was inspired by this very track. Its catchy, easy-to-remember melody, free from repetitive underground sounds, played a key role in the song's success. Combined with Sơn Tùng's good looks, it's no surprise that the song became a hit.

'The passing rain...
The rain moves past...
Don’t let any more, more, more tears fall here
all the songs I gave you
your love silenced
so many songs I could sing.'

A fun and lighthearted track with a touch of humor, 'Forever Alone' by Justa Tee is a gift for all the young people who are still single and haven't yet found their soulmate. The song serves as an anthem for the lonely hearts, encouraging them to embrace life and not worry too much about being in a relationship. Released close to Valentine's Day, its popularity skyrocketed, making it a relatable hit for many.

'A smile always appears, the world keeps spinning
And here I am, raising my hand to the blue sky, embracing it all
A small piece of the sky, amidst all the desires
But it’s just me, lying alone at night, listening
To a song about love, oh how tiresome
Wandering alone, it doesn’t really matter
How long I’ve gotten used to this, used to being alone
Adding another person, will I feel better or just more headaches?

So I’ll accept it, forever, forever (forever alone)
Just by myself, forever, forever (forever alone)
So I’ll accept it, forever, forever (forever alone)
Just by myself, forever, forever (forever alone).
Forever (alone, alone, alone, alone, alone, alone) x2
Forever (alone, alone, alone, alone, alone, alone) x2.'

'Please Don’t' is the song that brought young artist Emily into the spotlight. The track made a huge impact on music charts and TV music shows. With support from LK and Justa Tee, 'Please Don’t' became a phenomenon, and it introduced Emily to a wider audience, thanks to this massive hit.

'Don’t say it won’t be like this
Don’t make my heart wait
Please don’t, mah babe..
Because your words have caused me pain, your words stole my smile
Please don’t, no babe...
Let’s pretend I never said a word to you
Like we never *** knew each other or had fun together
I’m the girl who brought you countless dreams.'

Unlike the melancholic songs about unfulfilled love, 'Sun-Kissed Love' brings a refreshing breeze with its beautiful melody of a blossoming love. The line 'Ai mặc noọng lái lai' adds a unique and distinct touch to the song. Its cheerful rhythm, neither too loud nor too quiet, captivated listeners instantly. Upon release, this track became a hit and was widely shared on social media.

'Who wears the warmth of the sun, who wears the warmth of the sun...
Call me sunshine so I can be the white clouds,
Forever close to you.
But when I call you rain, we can no longer be close.
You take the warmth far away.
Now I’m left all alone, drifting into dreams,
Wandering in the vast sky,
In a distant place, under the dark night, who will guide me,
To always be close to you.
And I want to know,
If the heart that has silently missed you for so long,
Will bring me dreams of happiness,
Or just sorrow? Does my love for you stretch endlessly?
And one day, you’ll realize,
Our love is like a blooming flower,
Waiting for the sun’s light, when our lips smile again,
Our love will never fade.'

'Let Me Go' is the song that brought FB Boiz closer to the public. With its contemporary sound and deeply emotional lyrics, the song tells the story of a man who has to let go of the woman he loves, even though his feelings remain strong. The heartfelt and slightly intense performance of the FB Boiz members truly convinced listeners. However, after the release of 'Let Me Go,' the group's activities began to fade, leaving only Hoàng Tôn to continue his successful career as a solo artist.

'And if you want to go far from me, cast aside the love I have for you
Forget the days we shared together, do you understand?
And when you cried in my arms, I realized that you made me carry you with me
For the rest of my life...
Everyone will find their happiness on the road of life,
And everyone will recognize the person they can never forget
So go ahead and find a new happiness...
Find someone to replace me in those lonely nights...
Leave me behind, go ahead, break the past, go ahead,
Because I’ve chosen this path alone
Time can never change, I know, time can never
Let go of someone...'

Tiên Cookie, a gifted young songwriter whose works have consistently become hits, rose to fame by composing songs for singer Bích Phương. Over time, Tiên Cookie has proven his talent and established his unique style. 'Time Will Answer' is like a heartfelt confession from a young man to the woman he loves, who has since moved on. The emotions and sincere reflections, which resonate with the experiences of young people, have made this song connect deeply with listeners.

'And time will guide you through the regrets we've kept hidden
As if it never happened, fading with the diminishing warmth [x2]
(In the darkness, you walk away resolutely, where can you truly find peace?)
And time will tell you that being with me was just a dream, with tears staining your cheeks
(Pause in the dark, where can you truly find peace?)'

'Last Autumn' is regarded as one of the most successful songs within the underground scene. From the moment it was released, 'Last Autumn' received massive support and popularity, particularly among young audiences. The song became so well-known that its melody could be heard everywhere, from homes to the streets, and both adults and children found themselves singing along. The artists Yanbi, Mr.T, and Hằng Bingboong became a phenomenon. The repeated lyric 'Could it be... Could it be...' became a catchy refrain everyone remembered.

The song expresses the emotions of a young man remembering his former lover, filled with sweet and familiar memories. The unanswered questions and unforgettable moments, interwoven in the rap verses, heighten the sense of loss and heartbreak as autumn arrives without the girl he once loved. The gentle melody, emotional lyrics, and heartfelt performances by the three artists touched the hearts of their fans. The song dominated the charts for several weeks and continues to be popular to this day.

As one of the pioneers who introduced the wave of Vietnamese rap to the country, Young Uno gained admiration for his handsome looks and warm voice. 'Loving Snow' was one of his biggest hits at the time, playing a key role in spreading Vietnamese rap to a wider young audience. The catchy melody, combined with LK’s rap verses, made this song a staple on portable music players for the first generation of 90s listeners.

'On a winter's day, as the snow fell, you went far away, leaving behind a heart full of longing, you've truly left me.

Now, your embrace is distant, the love from yesterday, I am lost in the deep longing, missing you so much.

I hope you'll come back, so we won’t be apart, in your arms, exchanging kisses that will never fade away.

Here I still wait for a distant kiss, and when you return, we will be together, hour after hour.'

With a sense of longing and despair, "The Flickering Flame" feels like a lament or a cry over a past love. The melody is both sorrowful and nostalgic, bringing back memories of a relationship that once felt unbreakable, yet ultimately faded away. Just like a candle, it can never shine brightly in the face of a storm or gust of wind. LK's smooth rap, Emily's gentle voice, and Justa Tee's warm tone make the song resonate deeply with fans of the underground music scene.

"The light has gone out."

"And I lacked the courage to reach out and keep you by my side one more time."

"Maybe now, somewhere far away, you’re still looking towards the dim light that stirs up memories of decaying emotions."

"Where I..."