'The Train: Spring' - Phan Manh Quynh's musical memoir

Phan Mạnh Quỳnh reminisces about the early days of his career, when he first became known through his hit "Vợ người ta" (Someone Else's Wife), at his first concert series.

The concert on the evening of April 6th was likened by the musician to a journey back to memories, with Phan Manh Quynh acting as the captain, guiding 4,000 audience members through each "station of his life." Over three hours, the artist recreated memorable milestones in his life and career, from being a gentle, down-to-earth young man from Nghe An to becoming a prominent figure in the music industry.

Phan Mạnh Quỳnh re-recorded a series of songs from 2009-2010, when he first gained recognition through self-posted music online. His compositions from this period featured simple melodies and lyrics, revolving around the theme of love.

Without a host, Phan Mạnh Quỳnh himself led the audience through humorous anecdotes. His playful way of speaking kept viewers laughing. The musician recounted his childhood days roaming the fields and rivers of his hometown with his friends, which helped him nurture his emotions for songwriting. Everyone has a past.

Sing someone else's wife, He recounted the story of an acquaintance who had been single for many years, and his relatives tried to set him up with someone, but it didn't work out. The hit song that once made Phan Mạnh Quỳnh famous also once caused him to be criticized for writing "unrefined" music. Phan Mạnh Quỳnh and his team arranged the song in a funk style, keeping the song cheerful but adding a romantic, nostalgic touch. He said he "had to modernize" the song when performing it on stage.

Phan Mạnh Quỳnh at his concert "The Train: Spring," held on the evening of April 6th at Quan Ngua Stadium, Hanoi . Prior to this, he held "The Train: Winter" in Ho Chi Minh City on January 5th. Photo: Provided by the organizers.

Sing My Song 2016 It's a "stopping point" that Phan Manh Quynh cherishes. Thanks to participating in the program, he gained popularity through his songs. A broken heart, memories, a boy wrote on a tree. My journey in Sing My Song "It wasn't long, but it was enough to bring out a different Phan Manh Quynh, one that audiences loved," the musician recalled. Thanks to the program, he was also discovered by director Victor Vu, who invited him to collaborate on film music. This connection with the director led to his hit songs such as... The day before the storm (movie Immortals Netherlands, From there (movie Blue Eyes .

He hinted at a brighter musical period through several compositions after getting married and becoming a father, including this song. Meeting, falling in love, and being with you. On stage, he praised his wife, Khanh Vy, for being thoughtful, rational, and supportive in his career.

Phan Manh Quynh's wife smiled when her husband mentioned her. Photo: Provided by the organizers.

Phan Mạnh Quỳnh dedicated a portion of the show to thanking the guests, whom he called his "soulmates" in music. Ha Anh Tuan, who has worked with Phan Manh Quynh on many projects for seven years, said: "What I value most about Quynh is his sincerity, sincerity in every work. He enjoys every pain, every sadness in his life and turns them into a wealth of material for writing songs." The two sang a duet. Foreign - The song talks about the feelings of those who are far from home. Phan Manh Quynh suggested that Ha Anh Tuan invite him to sing in a concert in Los Angeles.

With Hoang Dung - your fellow contestant Sing My Song In the first season, Phan Mạnh Quỳnh had a well-matched collaboration through a mash-up. Why don't you go, Father? Where can I go to see flowers flying? Both songs share the same theme of fatherly love. Why doesn't Dad Phan Mạnh Quỳnh's song talks about his wish to understand his father's feelings. The other song... Where to go to see flowers flying? Hoang Dung's song expresses the author's regret for his deceased father. They sing as if confiding in each other, engaging in a dialogue.

Bui Lan Huong - the singer who performed the hit song. The day before the storm by Phan Manh Quynh - singing with him Tomorrow, you will be a memory—me, the world , and you. The musician praised his junior colleague for her captivating voice and excellent songwriting ability, saying she is a female figure he has always admired in the music industry.

After singing live for nearly three hours, towards the end of the show, Phan Manh Quynh admitted he was "out of breath," but still tried to hit the high notes in difficult songs like... A young man wrote on a tree, after saying his refusal. The artist may not be technically gifted in vocal technique, but he scores points with his raw, emotionally rich voice. He receives support from a string orchestra, a band of over a dozen people, and a backing vocal group to revitalize musical pieces.

The show scored points for its staging, with a high-quality sound system, lighting, and LED screens. For many performances, the organizers displayed the lyrics, making it easy for the audience to sing along with the artists. The stage was beautifully designed, featuring an image of a ship in the center.

Kim Ngan, 34, from Hanoi, was one of the audience members who stayed until the very end of the concert. She said she was impressed with Phan Manh Quynh's duets with guest artists such as Ha Anh Tuan and Hoang Dung. "I like Phan Manh Quynh's music because of its beautiful, simple lyrics. Songs like..." "From that, 'Everyone Has a Past ,' it reminded me of my school days," a viewer commented.

Phan Manh Quynh A 34-year-old native of Nghe An province, he started composing music in the 9th grade and wrote his first song at the age of 18. After graduating from high school, he was admitted to Ho Chi Minh City University of Industry. However, due to his passion for music, he dropped out of school, independently researched and recorded his first songs, and uploaded them online.

In 2014, he considered quitting his job, leaving Ho Chi Minh City, and returning to his hometown to find a stable job. During this time, he spent time with friends, attended weddings in his hometown, and found inspiration for writing. someone else's wife (2016), which garnered over 100 million views on YouTube. He then participated in Sing My Song 2017, writing many songs with narrative depth.

Over the years, Phan Mạnh Quỳnh has been praised for his film music compositions, contributing to the success of many projects. At the end of November 2024, he released his debut album. CineLove, He received positive feedback and was nominated for many music awards. Regarding his personal life, he married his wife, Khánh Vy – who is four years younger than him – in 2021 and they have a daughter nicknamed Ốc.

Source