Even if I were a billionaire, I would still sing.

Years after her massive hit songs, Phuong is remembered not only for the songs that represent the youth of a generation, but also as a successful and wealthy businesswoman.

He shared with Giao Thong Newspaper his story about the business world and the hidden aspects of a singer venturing into business.

"If I didn't sing, I'd probably go crazy."

Singer Khánh Phương performed in front of a large audience in early 2023.

It's been a long time since fans of singer Khánh Phương have seen him return with "Tomorrow She'll Get Married." Why a cover version, and not a new music video of his own?

This song impressed me from the first listen, especially the chorus with its unique and beautiful word choice, which has a literary quality. Actually, I've been trying to find a suitable song for myself lately, but haven't had the chance yet.

During this time, I'm also planning a live show to celebrate 15 years of singing, even though my business has taken up a lot of my time. I can't promise yet whether the live show will be grand or not.

But there, I will take all of you on a journey through time, back to 2008, reliving youthful memories with the music of Khanh Phuong. I think this will be the only solo concert in my singing career.

Yet there are rumors that Khanh Phuong is now a wealthy businesswoman and no longer needs to sing?

Whether I'm rich or poor has nothing to do with singing. Whether I'm a homeless person on the streets or a billionaire, I'll still sing because that passion is endless, it's in my blood. The only reason I don't sing as often is because I'm busier now and more selective about shows. But if I don't sing at least once a week, I'd probably go crazy, I couldn't stand it (laughs)!

Speaking of his youth, the time when he was young and topped the charts with a series of hit songs, compared to now – a gentleman, a successful businessman – has his perspective on music changed?

Certainly, as an adult matures, their perspective changes. Business sometimes plays a significant role in artistic strategy. Successful businesspeople often have a long-term vision, know how to use money, and leverage their talents to realize their ideas. They also make accurate, strategic investments.

While still learning about business, I realized that both jobs had a positive reciprocal influence. Importantly, my business allowed me to gain new partners, which facilitated access to customers and improved sales.

"My tens of billions of dong are nothing compared to that..."

Singer Khanh Phuong

Business will make him even richer, that's for sure, right?

I think I'm doing alright right now, not overly rich (laughs). Actually, I only started dabbling in business and got into stock investing at the end of 2022.

I still have a lot to learn about business administration, human resource management, and project management. I also need more hands-on experience in the marketplace. So, right now, Khanh Phuong is just a student trying to absorb and learn the most valuable things as quickly as possible.

Therefore, my tens of billions of dong are nothing compared to those who have hundreds or thousands of billions of dong on the stock market. Money held in stocks doesn't necessarily mean it's cash. Stocks can't be sold immediately; it depends on market factors and liquidity. Nowadays, only those who hold cash in hand truly have money.

He's still just starting out, yet he's already a shareholder owning 46.65% of SJC shares in Song Da 1.01 Company and is currently making a profit of over 12 billion VND. How many artists have switched careers and reaped such sweet rewards so quickly?

Actually, it's not 46.65%, I'm only a little over 20% now. It's normal for stock prices to fluctuate by a few points. My purpose in investing in the company isn't to make a profit of 10 or 20 billion VND from short-term trading, but mainly to gain control of the management.

Therefore, a 60-80% increase in stock price isn't that important. Before my team joined the board, the unit had many promising projects that were stalled. We wanted to address the backlog and complete these projects.

In the 2000s, I was one of the first people to enter the stock market in Vietnam.

At that time, only a few securities companies had opened in Vietnam. Every day, I would go to the securities company to secure priority order placement before 7 AM.

Back then, there were only 2-3 types of stocks on the exchange. Almost anyone who bought stocks at that time would make a profit and become successful.

Of course, I've had my successes, but I've also experienced humiliating failures. I understand the difference between glory and failure in business, and the downsides and risks in every industry. At any given time, you must remain alert and never rest on your laurels.

The story of artists failing when they venture into business is also normal; artists lack business experience, and they are accustomed to thinking like artists.

Not many people are both artistically gifted and business-minded, or they need talented partners who know how to leverage those talents.

Did you find peace of mind when you started your new job?

I still remember in 2008, after becoming famous with "The Warm Wind Scarf," my schedule was packed with performances, filming, and commercials. Almost every day I traveled hundreds of kilometers, performing in distant provinces.

That was a time when I was young, healthy, and always eager for everything. After what I call my "golden age," I slowed down and had more choices.

Besides singing, I now have a business and run my own company. I live a fairly regular life, usually going to bed before 11 PM and waking up at 8-9 AM. I also don't like hanging out at cafes or chatting; I usually stay home and exercise , jogging and swimming. In my free time, I go out to eat with my family.

Being passionately and intensely in love is a luxury.

Singer Khánh Phương remains single at the age of 42.

I haven't seen you mention women at all during your trip? How long has it been since you last fell in love?

That's a tough question (laughs)! I'm naturally private and don't like sharing my personal life. In matters of love and marriage, there's a certain element of fate and destiny.

Two people in love can stay together for 8-10 years and still be happy without needing a wedding, but some couples register their marriage and realize irreconcilable differences after only six months. If they can't find common ground, they drift apart.

For me, there are many things more important than love in life. Although I know love is the soul of life, I am hardened when it comes to love, and I still have other goals to strive for.

To say I love someone deeply, passionately, and intensely is a luxury now. It's a disadvantage, not a good thing, but it's difficult for me to experience such feelings.

Perhaps it's partly because of their artistic nature, love of freedom, and busy work schedules, which also pose a barrier for many girls.

But are you sure you'll get married? You're 42 years old already.

I'm still trying and hoping to announce the good news to my fans soon. I've been to many weddings, and my friends around me are all settled down, so it's hard not to feel a little sad that I'm over 40 and still don't know when I'll have my own wedding.

I long for a real wedding with someone who can be with me for the rest of my life, but I don't know when that will happen.

I don't need my wife to be exceptionally beautiful, but she needs to have a kind heart, be filial to both her parents and my parents. My partner must also understand and sympathize with my work and be someone I can absolutely trust in all aspects of life. I believe that relationships and marriage are relative; what matters most is harmony and mutual sacrifice.

Thank you!

Khánh Phương was born in 1981 in Ho Chi Minh City. He holds three university degrees in Chinese Literature, Journalism, and Law, but chose to pursue a singing career. He founded the band MP5 and began his solo career in 2006. In the 2000s, he was a popular singer with hit songs such as: "Chiếc khăn gió ấm" (The Warm Wind Scarf), "Mưa thủy tinh" (Glass Rain), "Lặng yêu" (Silent Love), "Lỗi lầm mang em đi" (Mistake That Took You Away)...

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