This morning, April 30, singers Vo Ha Tram and Dong Hung sang a duet of the song "Continuing the story of peace" in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification Day.

The performance quickly went viral on social media and drew many negative comments.

On the social network TikTok, each clip attracts dozens to hundreds of comments criticizing the original performer - singer Duyen Quynh with many harsh words such as: jealousy, resentment, bitterness...; accusing her of "dirty media" and questioning the singer's exclusive performance ability.

In the face of controversy, the song's author - musician Nguyen Van Chung suddenly spoke up. Accordingly, he composed the song " Writing the continuation of the story of peace" in 2023 after Duyen Quynh suggested a collaboration, so she contributed to the formation of this work.

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Singers Vo Ha Tram and Dong Hung duet "Continue the story of peace" in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification Day. Photo: Screenshot

"Although there has not been a written agreement, in my heart, I always consider Quynh as the singer who has exclusive rights to this song. Quynh has persistently helped the song reach the audience from the end of 2023 until now, so that it can spread strongly and be chosen as one of the songs on the country's important day," he said.

When the song was chosen to be performed in the art program celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification, Nguyen Van Chung and Duyen Quynh both respected the organizers' right to choose the performer.

He emphasized that Duyen Quynh cried because she was so happy and moved; not "showing dissatisfaction" like many malicious comments on social networks.

In response to comments comparing the abilities of Duyen Quynh and Vo Ha Tram, the male musician commented: "Quynh studied one course after Tram, both graduated from the Ho Chi Minh City Conservatory of Music, worked for approximately the same time and were both vocal teachers. Due to different orientations and fates, Quynh has not been known to many people."

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Singer Duyen Quynh. Photo: NVCC

Nguyen Van Chung is happy that the song "Writing the continuation of the peace story" is widely known through the voices of Duyen Quynh, Vo Ha Tram and Dong Hung; he hopes the audience will respect all performers.

He added: "Regarding copyright, I am the one who has the final say on the performance rights, publishing rights, and scope of use of the singers. I am always clear, distinct, and resolute in this matter; in addition to contributing, I also have to protect the legitimate rights of the singers I am collaborating with."

Singers Vo Ha Tram and Dong Hung also expressed their respect for the original performers - singer Duyen Quynh and author Nguyen Van Chung.

In a message to Nguyen Van Chung, Vo Ha Tram said: "I really like to sing but I don't dare because I'm afraid Quynh will be sad. Thank you for writing such a great song." Dong Hung congratulated the strong spread of the song bearing the brand name Nguyen Van Chung - Duyen Quynh.

MV "Continue the story of peace" by Duyen Quynh:

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Source: https://vietnamnet.vn/ca-si-duyen-quynh-gay-tranh-cai-cha-de-ca-khuc-2-ty-view-len-tieng-2396833.html