Top 14 Heartwarming Songs about Uncle Ho

Uncle Ho - a boundless love is one of the best songs by composer Thuận Yến. The song guides the listener to Uncle Ho through each lyric: 'Uncle Ho, You are the deepest love in the hearts of the people and in the hearts of humanity...'. Through the song, the portrait of Uncle Ho's kindness, humanity, and boundless love for all layers of society is depicted most profoundly. The song has brought a warm, intimate feeling, making many people moved and 'deeply engraved in memory'.

Uncle Ho – a boundless love was composed in 1979, commemorating the 90th birthday of Uncle Ho. The profound meaning in the song comes from the verses of poet Tố Hữu: 'You are Father, Uncle, Brother / A big heart filtering a hundred small streams of blood'.

Lyrics:

'Uncle Ho, You are the deepest love

in the hearts of the people and in the hearts of humanity.

Your whole life, taking care of the happiness of the people,

Your whole life, sacrificing for the Vietnamese nation.

Uncle loves the elderly, sending silk as gifts,

Uncle loves the little children, sending gifts for the Mid-Autumn Festival.

Uncle loves the laboring people sleeping outside the forest tonight,

Uncle loves the soldiers standing guard on the border.

Uncle writes letters to inquire and sends countless love.

Uncle writes letters to inquire and sends countless love.

Uncle Ho, You are the deepest love

in the hearts of the people and in the hearts of humanity.

Your life is noble without any private feelings,

Forever spreading a fragrant aroma in the soul of Vietnam.

Uncle brings the sunlight to dispel the cold night,

Uncle brings spring with beautiful flowers to life.

Uncle is like a lullaby soothing babies into the world,

Uncle is like a bright star in the vast sky,

like a tireless bird flying across the homeland,

deeply engraving Your grace in the soul of Vietnam.'

If Uncle Ho - an expansive love paints a warm and harmonious portrait of Uncle Ho, then In Praise of President Ho has a somewhat solemn and majestic tone. A simple person, living a simple life, yet Uncle Ho's will and actions are extremely great and monumental. The image of Uncle Ho's simplicity set against solemn music highlights two different colors that blend seamlessly in Uncle Ho: on one side is a humble, modest person, and on the other is the radiant revolutionary light that He brings.

The song In Praise of President Ho was composed by musician Lưu Hữu Phước in 1947 with lyrics written by writer Nguyễn Đình Thi.

Lyrics:

'Golden stars shimmer in bright red

All of Vietnam welcomes a new day

Ho Chi Minh leads the entire nation

Steadfastly struggles for our lives

Ho Chi Minh for a thousand years!

Liberate the people

Build the country of Vietnam.

The voice passionately calls out in all directions

Flags rise, enemies fall

Ho Chi Minh shines as a mirror of struggle

Steadfastly leads us through difficulties

Ho Chi Minh for a thousand years!

Show the way for the people

Until the day of glorious victory.

Countless hearts joyfully sing

Vietnam's sky blossoms in peace

Ho Chi Minh desires happiness for all

Steadfastly builds and adorns our beautiful life

Ho Chi Minh for a thousand years!

Shining for the future

This gratitude will never fade.'

The song 'Words of Uncle's Advice Before Going Far Away' is one of the very famous compositions by the late musician Trần Hoàn. The song was penned in 1989, based on the true story of Uncle's love for folk songs in the final moments of His life. The story was later recorded by Mr. Vũ Kỳ, Uncle's personal secretary, in his memoir.

Lyrics:

'It is said that before leaving, He wanted to hear a song from Huế.

But the space was still silent, Uncle had to lie still.

It is said that Uncle demanded to hear a hometown song, remembering Sen village since childhood, but the surroundings were still silent like a sheet.

Uncle waited and waited endlessly.

He wanted to hear a Huế song because the land was still divided.

He wanted to hear a song from Nghệ, because Sen village resonates in the heart.

He wanted to hear a couple of folk songs before going far beyond the sky.

He wanted to bring the endless, country-loving song according to Uncle to the vastness.

The third time, Uncle gestured around.

He wanted to hear a couple of quan họ.

Oh, luckily there was a little sister suddenly entering, coming close to Uncle.

Then the room stirred with tears.

The singing words were so emotional, repeating: 'Oh, stay, don't go...'

Uncle looked at her, tears streaming.

He wanted to hear a Huế song or wanted to hear the homeland song.

He wanted to hear a couple of quan họ because the country's song should not be forgotten.

At the parting, with simple advice, Uncle wanted the country to remember:

'That you have loved our homeland, the more fervently... the folk songs.'

It is said that before going far away. It is said that before going far away.'

Uncle Ho's love for the people, comrades, and humanity is vast and immense. But especially for children, Uncle has a tender affection, caring for and embracing them more than anyone else. Throughout the revolutionary life, Uncle devotedly took care of and educated the nation's young generation. Even as He was about to pass away, Uncle left behind 'countless love' for the children. Therefore, for children in particular, Uncle is extremely beloved and serves as a shining example for them to follow, learn, and cultivate to become loyal soldiers, continuing Uncle's great cause.

With over sixty years of vitality, Who Loves Uncle Ho Chi Minh More Than Young Pioneers has made Vietnam's little ones always feel proud whenever the song resounds.

Lyrics:
'Who loves Uncle Ho Chi Minh more than young pioneers

Who loves Uncle Ho Chi Minh more than young pioneers

Who loves Uncle Ho Chi Minh more than young pioneers

Who loves Uncle Ho Chi Minh more than Vietnamese children

Uncle, we, tall and straight, pure and clear-eyed

Uncle, we, eyes like stars, slightly long beard

Uncle, we, brown skin because of mist and wind

Uncle, we, pledge firmly to avenge our homeland

Ho Chi Minh, beloved, we adore

Uncle Ho Chi Minh for a whole lifetime

Ho Chi Minh, beloved, Uncle traversed foreign lands for the sake of our lineage

Though Uncle is old now

Old but still cheerful

Every day we, the children, dream

Wishing Uncle lives forever to guide the young ones into becoming individuals and building the country with Him

Ho Chi Minh, beloved, we adore

We wish Uncle Ho Chi Minh lives forever'

The song 'Melody from the City Named after Him' not only captivates the people of Saigon but resonates with people across the country and around the world. The song is a combination of modern and traditional folk music from the South. The powerful and smooth voice of artist Kiều Hưng brings the song to life. In 1978, the Vietnam Voice of Vietnam Radio Ensemble performed the song at the Saigon Opera House as the opening act. When the choir started singing, the entire audience stood up to sing along. Cao Việt Bách, conducting the choir, turned to the audience, keeping the rhythm for the enthusiastic crowd. There is no higher honor for an artist.

Lyrics:

'From this city, He departed.

For years, we hoped to welcome Him back.

In this campaign, He returned with the troops.

He visited every home, holding the hands of our elders.

He set the rhythm for the song 'Solidarity.'

Ho Chi Minh City, shining brightly towards the future.

In every heart, in every dream,

In every life, we always have Him.

Uncle's words guide us firmly.

Always bright beside Him,

Ho Chi Minh City.

The loving song echoes on the streets.

Intoxicated in the dreams of His era.

Bearing His warm image, contributing to building and developing life.

Our country's rivers and mountains, strong and prosperous as He desired.

This motherland will stand strong for a thousand years.'

Amidst the golden sunshine of May, Uncle Ho Chi Minh is perhaps the most remembered figure. Songwriter Thuận Yến is regarded as someone who has written many songs about Uncle Ho, earning admiration from many. Among them, the song “Central Vietnam Remembers Uncle Ho” is believed to genuinely touch the hearts of those living in the land that shoulders both ends of the country. The lyrics, like poetry, convey the profound affection of the Central region to Uncle Ho.

Lyrics:

'The South remembers Bác with homesickness

The South longs for Bác as children long for their father

We were born when the country was still divided

The longing for Uncle Ho is deep in the nights of the Central region

We were born when the country was still divided

The longing for Uncle Ho is deep in the nights of the Central region

For now, I go amidst the army

In the sea breeze, following Bác's footsteps

The road in Central Vietnam, green land and blue water

Which path did Bác take here

When Bác sought the way to save the country, who knew

In the Central sky, rain pours, and the sun burns

My homeland took Bác throughout its length

Now the land keeps calling, forever missing and loving

The Southern heart turns towards the North at night

There, Bác Hồ calls, oh, the South

The road stretches far, the land of Central Vietnam

Who knows now our homeland in Bác's heart

Bình Khê sky green in the early morning

Longing for one afternoon when Bác visited Father

Sharing sweetness before going far away

Phan Thiet sea sings every night

The farewell song for Bác to the Nhà Rồng pier

The sea sings eternally the longing and anticipation.'

Composed by An Thuyên in 1973, when he was just 24 years old and Uncle Ho had been gone for 4 years. At that time, he was working in the Cultural Propaganda Team of Nghệ An Culture Department. Though he hadn't studied music composition, An Thuyên was known to the public for the song 'Em Chọn Lối Này' before. Written at a young age and without formal training in music composition, the song Night Listening to Boat Songs, Remembering Uncle Ho is considered by him as having reached a level of completeness where, despite having more knowledge and experience, he couldn't change a single word. He believes that art is the simple things in life, not something grand. The song is a symbol of simplicity, of a love for life that is pure and innocent. So, even now, with more knowledge and higher expertise, An Thuyên still considers this song, the first 'sweet fruit' that life gave him, as a criterion to strive for.

Lyrics:

'A profound folk song of our homeland.

Night on the Lam River with its abundant waves,

Resounds with the boat song...

Simple human emotions...

Widespread nostalgia and love scent the air amidst life.

As the moon rises, the sound of the boat echoes so near...

Remembering stories of the past,

Uncle Ho grew up on our beloved homeland...

Uncle went to the neighborhood to listen to songs,

squatting with a small pillow, standing at the front of the yard...

People in distress, lamenting the loss of the nation, making the song even more heartbreaking to hear.

In childhood, Uncle traveled the length of the boat song in the evening

In childhood, Uncle lived throughout the wide expanse of folk songs

Warm Night Kim Lien... Ancient days of intellectuals. The pain of the country calls for discussion.

Uncle went to the neighborhood to listen to songs... The moon stands, its shadow is poetic

Many good poems unravel the threads of life, yet in front of life, one is helpless.

In childhood, Uncle traveled the length of the boat song in the evening

In childhood, Uncle lived throughout the wide expanse of folk songs

Since then, oh... Uncle sought the path to save the homeland

A profound folk song in our homeland. Night on the Lam River with its abundant waves, oh... Resounds with the boat song... Simple human emotions... Widespread nostalgia and love scent the air amidst life.

Homeland night remembering Uncle, our hearts feel warmer, the garden smells of areca flowers, the village thatched roof is bustling with life's stories.

Long ago, going to the neighborhood to listen to songs, now Uncle has given us, oh, the song 'independence, freedom' that the entire nation sings loudly. The old aspiration, it has come, bright and brilliant. Now singing the boat song, life appears beautifully vast. The more we remember Uncle, the more we remember His profound kindness to our homeland.'

Out of hundreds of songs written about Uncle Ho, The Most Beautiful Name, Ho Chi Minh, composed by musician Trần Kiết Tường, is considered one of the finest masterpieces. Since its inception in 1962, the song has been particularly cherished by the public, spreading far and wide across the North and South, even before the reunification.

The Most Beautiful Name, Ho Chi Minh is not the first song that musician Trần Kiết Tường wrote about Uncle Ho. In 1949, he composed the song Remembering Uncle Ho with simple yet faith-filled lyrics like 'The stature of the Leader, as tall as a ruler, with bright eyes sparkling like stars. Guiding the younger generation to seek eternal happiness.' At that time, the Southern musician, then 25 years old, was fighting in the South and had not met the leader. The Southern battlefield was extremely harsh, with the French constantly attacking Đồng Tháp, sweeping through everywhere. Captured by the enemy many times, escaping captivity countless times, but the soldier-musician Trần Kiết Tường still placed his trust in Uncle Ho. In his book 'Music and Life,' he recounts: 'Although I had not met Uncle Ho, I always believed that he was the savior of the nation. I always looked towards Uncle Ho, imagining him as in the song Remembering Uncle Ho.' Those were the initial sketches, and more than 10 years later, Trần Kiết Tường created a masterpiece, The Most Beautiful Name, Ho Chi Minh.

Lyrics:

'Hey... hey...

I sing a thousand verses

Broader than the fields

More vast than the East Sea

Calm like the flowing rivers

Hey... hey... hey... hey... hey... hey

I sing a thousand verses

More intense than the morning sun, more beautiful than apricot blossoms

More majestic than the long mountains and rivers

It's a belief in Ho Chi Minh!

Ho Chi Minh, the most beautiful name

It's a belief in Ho Chi Minh!

Hey... hey... hey... hey... hey...

In the fields of the South

Painful clouds cover the sky

When singing about Ho Chi Minh

Feelings flutter, full of joy

Hey... hey... hey... hey... hey... hey

In the Southern villages

The Leader's image, like the 'Marching Song,' urges hearts to soar far

Rising up to liberate our homeland

It's a belief in Ho Chi Minh!

Ho Chi Minh, the most beautiful name

It's a belief in Ho Chi Minh!

Hey... hey... hey... hey... hey... hey... hey... hey

...

Following the August Revolution in 1945 and the years of the national resistance, numerous songs were composed about President Ho Chi Minh. One of the most profound tunes in the emotional life of the people nationwide and friends across the continents is Melody Amidst Pác Bó Forest by composer Nguyễn Tài Tuệ. The song was first introduced on the airwaves of the Voice of Vietnam Radio on the occasion of the 70th birthday of President Ho Chi Minh (May 19, 1960).

The melody and lyrics of Melody Amidst Pác Bó Forest are filled with the spirit of the mountains and forests of Northern Vietnam. This creates a feeling of both grandeur and epic poetry. With these wonderful melodies, composer Nguyễn Tài Tuệ left an indelible mark on the hearts of many music enthusiasts.

Lyrics:

'Gazing towards the mountain's back

The Nậm stream murmurs in the high mountain clouds

This evening, whose voice is 'floating' over the mountain pass?

Telling that You are returning here, the house nestled against the rock

You return to our homeland, the Cham shirt filled with love for the homeland

Oh, Pác Bó Forest, our homeland remembers the old forest embracing Your shadow

Your footsteps on the earth move along with You

You return to the mountain and forest, Your shadow is as bright as the stars.

The Ban tree in Tân Trào echoes words of devotion

The sunlight in Ba Đình still chokes our hearts

The stream cheers beneath Your feet

The land resonates with the song blooming in August

The Nậm stream still echoes to the longing for You

Nestled on the hillside, the wind a thousand veils the evening sun here

Listening to the flute flying gently over the mountain pass

Telling that You are still here

You, taller than the mountain, seemingly watching over the silhouette

Your image still imprinted on the mountain pass.

Oh, our Pác Bó village, how many seasons have passed, hearing Your voice

Taro stretches on the old hill, rice inundates both shores

You return, just a path, following You, tomorrow will be bright

A bowl of rice awaits the old one, dreams of hope

Wet lips, cherishing youth

Uncle, oh, your hair silvered with dew

High mountains, deep streams, the beloved capital

The Nậm stream still echoes a song, yearning to remember...You'

Throughout the extraordinary resistance against the U.S. to save the nation, countless literary and artistic works were created, expressing sentiments about Uncle Ho, depicting his relationship with officers, soldiers, and the people of the Trường Sơn region. One of the famous works on this topic is the poem 'Night in Trường Sơn Remembers Uncle Ho' by poet Nguyễn Trung Thu, set to music by composer Trần Chung.

The poem 'Night in Trường Sơn Remembers Uncle Ho' with reverential and earnest verses: Night in Trường Sơn/ We gaze at the moon, at the trees/ The scenery at night is like a painting/ In contemplation, we think/ Uncle Ho seems to have arrived here/ Night in Trường Sơn/ We hear the sound of the stream/ Resonating like a distant song/ We imagine it's from Pác Bó/ The stream comes here echoing... was written by Nguyễn Trung Thu in 1972 in the Quảng Trị battlefield.

In 1999, on the occasion of the 40th anniversary of the Trường Sơn Traditional Day, the Voice of Vietnam Radio and the 12th Army Construction Corporation organized a vote for the best song on the topic of Trường Sơn. The song 'Night in Trường Sơn Remembers Uncle Ho,' composed by Trần Chung, was selected as the best among 10 songs about Trường Sơn.

Lyrics:
Night in Trường Sơn, we gaze at the moon, at the trees
The scenery at night is like a painting
In contemplation, we think
Uncle Ho seems to have arrived here.

Oh! Night in Trường Sơn. We hear the stream, like a distant song
And we imagine it's from Pác Bó, the stream echoes here
The echoes of Trường Sơn. The echoes of Trường Sơn.
Trường Sơn Road carries the image of Uncle Ho
Trường Sơn Road, we follow in the footsteps of the new path Uncle Ho walked through
Night in Trường Sơn.
Still feeling the moon season of the past
Exuding a thousand scents of love and nostalgia
In contemplation, we feel
Uncle Ho as if standing right here.

Oh! Night in Trường Sơn. We hear the stream, like a distant song
And we imagine it's from Pác Bó, the stream echoes here
The echoes of Trường Sơn. The echoes of Trường Sơn.
Trường Sơn Road carries the image of Uncle Ho
Trường Sơn Road, we follow in the footsteps
Of the new path Uncle Ho walked through.

After Uncle Ho's passing, the land and sky were soaked in tears. Carrying a backpack to Quảng Trị, Huy Thục recognized fellow soldiers outside the frontline rising above pain, their determination firm. This fighting spirit inspired composer Huy Thục to create 'Marching with Uncle Ho.'

As the song was completed, the composer had to lie in bed due to a stomach bleeding illness. Transferred from the Route 9 battlefield to a hospital for treatment, he had to stay still to avoid movement. However, the intense combat spirit of his comrades fueled the continuous flow of inspiration for the song. Every time he woke up, he asked the doctor to bring the Trường Sơn pen to his bedside for notation. Writing in a reclined position caused the ink to drip onto the bed, and when the song was finished, he passed away due to the pain.

On March 26, 1970, on the occasion of the Ho Chi Minh Youth Union's founding anniversary, the Voice of Vietnam officially aired “Marching with Uncle Ho.” The majestic and emotional melody of the song quickly spread, adding strength and belief to soldiers outside the battlefield. Memories of Uncle Ho remained indelible in composer Huy Thục's life. His feelings for Uncle Ho were an endless source of inspiration, enabling him to compose songs spanning the years. 'Marching with Uncle Ho' is one such song.

Lyrics:

'Tonight, marching on the battlefield, under the moonlight, the army advances along the path of Uncle Ho. A thousand flowers of achievement we offer to Him. Offering to the Party all our shining faith. The starry flag determines victory, shining bright on our path. We go to liberate the South while our homeland is still shadowed by the invasion. As long as our homeland remains threatened, we will continue to fight, guided by Uncle Ho's words, fighting for the unity of North and South, harmonizing the revolutionary song.

In the past, Uncle and the army went on campaigns; the mountains and forests still remember, the streams still echo His image. The whole army follows Him like a cascading waterfall. Dien Bien Phu echoes Uncle Ho's words amid the battlefield. Today, the entire army raises the red flag high, triumphantly. We advance to liberate the city, destroy enemy strongholds, erasing the shadow of the invader's name. For independence and freedom, we vow to achieve warmth and full stomachs, seizing the springs of life. Dear Uncle Ho is marching with us today.

Today, Uncle Ho calls on mountains and rivers, and they respond. Raising the flag, we resolutely move forward to achieve victory. The road of the march slopes up high, with deep ravines. No ravine is as deep as our lofty resentment, soaring to the sky. Oh, Southern land, raise the red flag high, bestowed by Uncle Ho. We advance to liberate the city, destroy enemy strongholds, erasing the shadow of the invader's name. For independence and freedom, we vow to achieve warmth and full stomachs, seizing the springs of life. Dear Uncle Ho is marching with us.'

Every time April 30th comes around in Vietnam's history, the song Like Uncle Ho on the Day of Great Victory resounds throughout the country. Composed by musician Phạm Tuyên, the song has stood the test of time and still holds historical value. On April 30, 1975, the flag of independence and freedom fluttered proudly over Independence Palace, unifying the nation under one rhythm, melody, and lyrics that echoed with joy. Yet, with every listen, tears fall—tears of happiness, the happiness of victory, and within, the fond remembrance of the beloved elderly father of the nation.

Perhaps, when crafting this song, the author also experienced the jubilation, the exuberant emotions that make the lyrics resonate, moving millions of Vietnamese hearts to this day. The song has traversed the years, transcending the borders of Vietnam and has even been translated into Japanese. This makes us proud that Vietnam always has Uncle Ho.

Lyrics:

Like Uncle Ho on the day of great victory,

His words now transformed into glorious triumph.

Thirty years of struggle for the integrity of rivers and mountains,

Thirty years of democratic republic resistance, a triumphant success.

Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh.

Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh.

Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh.

Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh.

Last night, I dreamt of meeting Uncle Ho is a composition by the late musician Xuân Giao. The musician shared that the image of Uncle Ho has always been deeply ingrained in his mind since he welcomed Uncle Ho in Hai Phong in 1946. After that, he had the opportunity to perform for Uncle Ho several times, creating unforgettable memories with the great father of the nation. Through those moments, he grew to understand, love, and respect Uncle Ho even more. In 1969, when Uncle Ho departed to the eternal realm, it was a time of boundless grief for soldiers, the people nationwide, and friends around the world. And that was the moment when the song Last night, I dreamt of meeting Uncle Ho came into being.

Most children in kindergartens and preschools adore this song. The simple yet profound lyrics portray a familiar and affectionate image for the little ones. It's a testament that Uncle Ho lives forever in the hearts of the Vietnamese people, from the elderly to the young children. Eternal gratitude to Hồ Chí Minh.

Lyrics:

Last night, I dreamt of meeting Uncle Ho

Uncle's beard long, his hair silvery gray

I tenderly kissed Uncle's cheeks

Joyfully dancing and singing by Uncle's side

Singing the song Hồ Chí Minh for a thousand years

Dancing the song Hồ Chí Minh for a thousand years

Last night, I dreamt of meeting Uncle Ho

Uncle's beard long, his hair silvery gray

I tenderly kissed Uncle's cheeks

Joyfully dancing and singing by Uncle's side

Singing the song Hồ Chí Minh for a thousand years

Dancing the song Hồ Chí Minh for a thousand years

With the fast-paced, rhythmic melody of the traditional Saxon folk music of England, musician Ewan MacColl portrayed the image of the determined President, ready to overcome all obstacles to lead the nation to freedom in the song The Song of Ho Chi Minh. Later, the song was translated into many languages, and in Vietnam, it became as popular as other timeless songs about President Ho Chi Minh.

On May 7, 1954, the Dien Bien Phu campaign ended with a victory for the Vietnamese People's Army, causing a stir worldwide. On that night, at the Labour Club in the southern part of London, UK, representatives of the organization 'Movement for Colonial Freedom' organized a rally to celebrate the end of the Dien Bien Phu campaign.

After the International song had just finished, musician Ewan MacColl embraced his guitar, stepped onto the stage, and announced:
Dear friends! Why did this special victory happen in Vietnam and not in any other colonial territory? Recently, I read a precious book containing many articles by some professors of Eastern and Western history, praising a great figure. That is Ho Chi Minh, the leader who led the Vietnamese people to achieve the great victory of Dien Bien Phu. The book had a passage that wrote: Ho Chi Minh not only pitied his own people but even when he was living in a foreign land, he understood all the pain of the slaves in Africa, America...

Dear friends, folding the book immediately, artistic inspirations flooded my soul. It helped me quickly compose a song about Ho Chi Minh, the one igniting the flames of liberation in Vietnam and spreading rapidly from here to all continents to burn down all oppression, injustice. Because this song aims to express the feelings of the people of England towards Ho Chi Minh, I intentionally used and developed the Saxon folk melody, with a melodious and lively tune.'

Saying this, Ewan MacColl lifted his guitar, singing out loud. The Saxon melody from the land of the fog was enchanting, leading the listeners from the western sky across the ocean to the eastern sky, with thousands of deep, sacred self-confessions.

Lyrics:
Far away in the Eastern sea where the horizon lies
The people there lament in hunger and poverty
From the pain, You went all around the continents
Believing in the sun of truth shining brightly
Ho, Ho, Ho Chi Minh!
... You returned to the forests and mountains
Organizing an army, all becoming heroes
Pledging liberation for the people
Ho, Ho, Ho Chi Minh!
... You commanded to defeat foreign invaders
Established the victorious, glorious Vietnam
You are the guiding star
Ho, Ho, Ho Chi Minh!