Top 7 Songs that Uplifted Spirits and Helped Fight the Covid-19 Pandemic

The song "Defeat the Corona Enemy" was composed by Dr. Lê Thống Nhất. He shared that the inspiration came to him on February 5th while watching a rhyme against the corona virus, written by a math teacher at Tĩnh Gia 3 High School (Thanh Hóa), which had been sent to him for posting on the Bigschool website. The simple verses left a strong impression on him. After posting the rhyme at 1 AM, Dr. Nhất quickly wrote the song within just two hours the following morning.

"Defeat the Corona Enemy" features easy-to-understand language about the battle against the virus, prevention tips, and advice for this period. What seemed like simple terms were transformed into a smooth, rhythmic melody. He believed that the melody, sound, and lyrics should be simple, concise, and clear, so that everyone could easily sing along. This approach led to the creation of stirring lyrics such as: "The corona virus is spreading in our country - Defeat the corona enemy for the wellbeing of all families - Avoid crowded places to stop the virus from spreading - Suspected cases need to be examined and isolated quickly" and "When going out, remember to protect yourself - Wear a mask for your safety - When you return, wash your hands thoroughly - We all care for the community and prevent the spread of corona". The chorus urges everyone to unite in the fight: "Defeat the corona enemy - Unite the people of our nation - Defeat the corona enemy - From the young to the elderly - Defeat the corona enemy - The medical industry is on the frontlines - We pledge to conquer this pandemic - Together we sing one song of victory".

"Defeat the Corona Enemy" was arranged by musician Nguyễn Hải (from the Center for the Preservation and Promotion of Nghệ An Folk Culture). Singers Hải Lê and Thế Anh performed the song, which spread to all corners of the country.

Recently, singer Nguyễn Phi Hùng released the music video "Countless Hearts of Compassion" to acknowledge and honor the selfless sacrifices of healthcare workers fighting against the Covid-19 pandemic. This MV serves as a tribute to Vietnam's doctors and nurses for their tireless efforts in preventing the spread of the virus. Nguyễn Phi Hùng hopes the song will inspire and provide strength to these medical heroes.

Singer Nguyễn Phi Hùng shared: "For many days, I have witnessed the quiet sacrifices of doctors and nurses battling the Covid-19 crisis, their willingness to sometimes put aside their own well-being for the health of their patients. I was deeply moved. 'Countless Hearts of Compassion' is my gift to them, a tribute to the Vietnamese medical professionals who are not only caring for patients at home but also assisting neighboring countries. I hope this song can boost the morale of our healthcare workers, and that’s the best I can do as an artist and a Vietnamese citizen at this moment."

The music video "Countless Hearts of Compassion" was shot by Nguyễn Phi Hùng and his team, beginning the outdoor filming on March 14. Director Hòa Yên, who also conceived the idea and coordinated with artists for the project, said, "This is my first time working on a project with such a meaningful community focus. The MV was filmed at various familiar locations around the city, ending with the scene of footsteps from all directions converging in a powerful handshake, symbolizing community unity in the fight against Covid-19. To highlight this spirit of unity, the MV features artists, healthcare professionals, medical students, and members from all walks of life, sending a message that we are all together for a brighter tomorrow."

Although it was created 16 years ago, the song "The Song of Two Hands" had remained mostly unknown. Recently, after hearing the media campaign about the six steps of handwashing, it became clear that this old song was still relevant in the current context. Phạm Hồng Tuyến, daughter of composer Phạm Tuyên, helped introduce the song to the public. The song was arranged by musician Hiếu Trần and the Vietnam Animation Studio created a fun music video illustrated by artist Lê Bình. With the voice of Thanh Ngân, a contestant from the 2017 season of The Voice Kids, the song is brought to life with playful animation featuring five cartoon piglets performing joyful dance moves.

According to Phạm Hồng Tuyến, the composer’s daughter, she discovered this song while casually reviewing her father's "Nam Tào" notebook. She shared, "Out of over 200 children's songs by him, many were never released. When I came across this one from 2004, I realized how fitting it was for the COVID-19 era. The song's lyrics are simple, charming, and perfectly suited to the current pandemic: 'Our two hands are as beautiful as two flowers. Love your hands, keep them clean. Wash your hands to stay healthy.'"

"Vietnam! Let's Defeat COVID!" was created as part of a community music project by the Ministry of Health's Department of Communications and Emulation, in collaboration with musician Minh Beta. The song is a reimagined version of Minh Beta's popular hit, "Vietnam!", and the accompanying MV aims to spread the message of COVID-19 prevention while encouraging community unity in the fight against the pandemic. The music video features Minh Beta himself, along with numerous artists like Trung Dân, Hà Anh, Quỳnh Anh Shyn, Khánh Thi, POM, and dance sensation Quang Đăng, who became famous for his handwashing dance in the song "Ghen Cô Vy".

In the video for "Vietnam! Let's Defeat COVID!", the artists portray healthcare workers, soldiers, police, and local volunteers guiding and protecting the public as they combat the virus. The video also includes scenes from the #HatLenVietNamOi challenge. Additionally, there is a special segment with sign language for the hearing-impaired community.

Within just two days of its release, the song "Vietnam! Let's Defeat COVID!" (the version of "Vietnam!" originally written by Minh Beta) quickly gained popularity, with over 150,000 listens and placed in the top 5 most popular songs on Zing MP3. The song has also inspired millions of fan-made video clips.

In response to the nationwide campaign against COVID-19, Vietnamese artists have been actively releasing meaningful music videos to lift spirits. After Minh Beta, Bùi Công Nam, and OSAD, Đạt G and Du Uyên teamed up to adapt the hit song "Bánh Mì Không" into a COVID-19 awareness anthem titled "Defeating the Corona Enemy". Đạt G shared that this song is dedicated to the healthcare workers and frontline fighters combating the pandemic.

After releasing the song, Đạt G and Du Uyên expressed their thoughts: "We couldn’t wait any longer to share this musical project. It’s a gift full of love and a firm commitment from the entire G Entertainment team to support our country in fighting the urgent and alarming corona crisis. We also want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the doctors, nurses, and soldiers who are tirelessly working on the frontlines. It’s time for all of us to unite, protect ourselves, and protect the community by wearing masks, washing hands thoroughly, and maintaining a 2-meter distance when out in public. Let's avoid crowded places and stay home as much as possible. Thank you all! Stay strong, Vietnam!"

The song "Defeating the Corona Enemy" was created with the mission of boosting morale in the fight against COVID-19 in Vietnam. Since its release on YouTube, the song has garnered significant attention, especially among young people, with countless interactions.