Singer Dong Hung: "HCMC gives me precious companions
For singer Dong Hung, the journey to Ho Chi Minh City was opened after the milestones at Sao Mai Rendezvous 2012 and Vietnam Idol 2013. If competitions bring a professional foundation, Ho Chi Minh City is the place that helps him grow on the path of art.
According to the male singer, the most precious thing that the city brings is not only the opportunity to stand on big stages, but also the opportunity to meet companions. From colleagues, brothers in the profession to audiences who have followed for many years, all have created a journey that he calls a "long journey".
Hung could not go to this day with just a few small achievements. I can go thanks to many handshakes from everyone throughout the journey," the male singer shared.
Dong Hung said that Hanoi is where he has roots, and Ho Chi Minh City helps him gain more experience to grow up in the profession. Every time he moves between two cities, it feels like going from one house to another.
Mentioning special memories, Dong Hung emotionally recalled the performance night in the big ceremony on April 30, 2025. Standing on stage, watching thousands of audiences from many generations joining in singing towards the national flag made him unable to forget.
In the atmosphere of Ho Chi Minh City celebrating 50 years of bearing Uncle Ho's name, the male singer said that continuing to contribute his voice in the city's art programs is a source of pride and also a motivation for him to contribute more.
Singer Kieu Oanh: City of kind people
Choosing to move South when she was still young, singer Kieu Oanh considers Ho Chi Minh City as a place to help her grow both in life and in her career.
According to the female singer, the city has brought opportunities to experience many new fields, meet senior colleagues in the profession and learn how to calmly overcome the challenges of the early days away from home.
According to Kieu Oanh, after 50 years of bearing Uncle Ho's name, what makes Ho Chi Minh City attractive is not only the speed of development but also the affection and friendliness of ordinary people.
Runner-up Nhat Tien: Where young people dare to dream
For runner-up Nhat Tien, Ho Chi Minh City is a place to turn artistic dreams into reality.
He said that the city has created conditions for him to learn and meet teachers, predecessors, and benefactors who are always ready to accompany him on the path of development.
From Ho Chi Minh City, Nhat Tien has the opportunity to bring his singing voice to audiences in many provinces and cities and gradually affirm himself with achievements in artistic activities.
According to him, the special thing about Ho Chi Minh City is the positive energy source. This is a place where young people are always encouraged to innovate, be creative and not afraid to try their hand.
It seems that as long as I make enough effort, the city will always give me a chance," Nhat Tien shared.
Singer Duyen Quynh: Wants to spread many beautiful values with the city
For singer Duyen Quynh, Ho Chi Minh City is not only a place to start a career but also a place to nurture artistic dreams.
From the first stages to large-scale art programs, every opportunity in Ho Chi Minh City helps the female singer accumulate more experience and professional bravery.
According to Duyen Quynh, what makes her love the city is the dynamism, openness and always forward-looking spirit of the people here. In particular, cultural and artistic programs serving the community have helped artists have more opportunities to get closer to the audience and contribute more.
The female singer believes that young artists are not only responsible for bringing quality art products but also need to spread the spirit of humanity, love for homeland, country and positive values through music.
I hope to continue to accompany the city's cultural programs, contributing to building an increasingly civilized, modern and meaningful Ho Chi Minh City," Duyen Quynh expressed.
Singer Hoang Yen Chibi: Ho Chi Minh City is a place to nurture artistic dreams
For Hoang Yen Chibi, Ho Chi Minh City is not only a place to live and work but also a city that has nurtured her artistic dreams for many years.
The female singer said that Ho Chi Minh City always brings a feeling of openness, dynamism and is ready to give opportunities to young people who dare to strive. From the early days of stepping onto the stage to having the opportunity to participate in many art projects, each stage in Ho Chi Minh City has helped her accumulate more experience and mature more in the profession.
This is an environment that helps me learn, affirm myself and have the opportunity to get closer to the audience through many major art programs of the city," Hoang Yen Chibi shared.
What makes the female singer attached to Ho Chi Minh City is also the affection and positive energy of the people here. According to her, the city always creates a feeling that just by being diligent and constantly striving, there will always be opportunities for development.
Looking back at the milestone of 50 years of Ho Chi Minh City bearing Uncle Ho's name, Hoang Yen Chibi believes that each young artist has a responsibility to contribute to building the city's image with decent art products and meaningful community activities.
