Singer Thu Minh reveals marriage with Western husband

Once "closed heart" becauselost faith in teacher-student relationship in showbiz

* Hello singer Thu Minh. Returning to music after a period of silence, surelyMuse Itmust be something special to you?

- Singer Thu Minh:Yes! Muse is both muse and contemplation, creation and inspiration. That is what a true artist is dedicated to. We are muses by nature, bringing good things, inspiration to this life.

Muse Itwill have many differences compared to other programs. I take on the role of host but that does not mean I sit there to exploit other people's private lives. I sit there to share with the guests. We are people in the same situation, working together in the entertainment industry. What I have experienced, my young colleagues are going through and will go through. Between us there is a connection, a harmony so that from there, the stories continue in a sincere and gentle way.

* Audiences are familiar with Thu Minh as a singer. As a host of a program, what special things will you bring?

- I don't have any difficulties. I am exactly the same in real life as I am on the show. I am an older sister, with 30 years of experience in the profession to share with young people. On the contrary, interacting with you helps me refresh myself. I also don't have any criteria when choosing guests. I just think that I will invite those who are familiar to me first, such as Ali Hoang Duong, Truc Nhan, Trong Hieu... More or less, we have worked together, exchanged and practiced with each other. These guests are people with positive energy and always want to reach new heights. Each voice inMuse Ithas shaped its style and has a place in the hearts of the audience. If I paid the right salary to the guest cast, I would probably go bankrupt. But I will pay in another way.

* For this comeback, why not a music video? Because if you do a long-term project, the budget will be higher?

- This touches on the weak point ofMuse ItEconomically, the ability to recover capital. Over the past 30 years, I have done a lot of the formula of releasing MVs and singing. I crave to explore myself, want to feel fresh, learn more things. When I put myself in many positions to challenge myself, I am forced to learn and work hard. That is how I keep my thinking active. And my career path will be longer if I keep myself fresh and happy.

* How does Thu Minh make sure that the stories shared by guests do not overwhelm the music in the show?

- I don't need to compromise, because everything is clearly divided. In the first part, we share with each other. It is literally a conversation between friends. If you come to the program and meet an unfamiliar MC, the artist will definitely be wary. As for you, when you come toMuse It,They see me as an older sister, so the atmosphere is close because we have something in common, a sense of harmony. In the music section, we are no longer sisters talking to each other but two stars, two musical personalities. My difficulty is showing the audience the newness of the guest. Therefore, my friends and I have to spend time practicing together. I really appreciate this.

* Thu Minh once shared inMuse It, your true self will be revealed, while artists often want to keep things private for themselves. What made Thu Minh make that decision?

- I believe that as society develops, the simplest things become priceless, that is sincerity. When you meet someone, if they talk to you honestly and openly, you will be attracted and comfortable with them.

*After 30 years of doing art, is there anything Thu Minh regrets?

- I often tell my students that regretting this or that won't change anything. If we go back in time, we might still be the same. What I see in Ali Hoang Duong and Truc Nhan, I can only laugh because I was the same way back then. I see my youth in you. I just want to say that you should be strong and try your best with your decisions. Whether right or wrong, failure or success, we all have lessons in life to grow up. The only thing is to cherish time.

* With her dedication to her students, when unhappy things happen, does Thu Minh lose faith in the teacher-student relationship in showbiz?

- I used to. At that time, I was a new teacher, so I was enthusiastic. I put all my thoughts and feelings into my students, so when something bad happened, I felt disappointed and closed my heart. I also made mistakes because after that, many young people needed help and wanted me to practice with them, but I refused. I found myself a bit bored with teaching. Not anymore. I think that giving is receiving, no matter how little or much. Now I am blessed by my students. They are obedient, cute and willing to support me. I want to improve myself and then share and accompany the younger generation more. Because my legacy in the future will not be hits but a generation of juniors that I am proud of.

My husband and I never touch each other's phones.

* People say Thu Minh is younger and more beautiful now. Is that the result of a perfect marriage?

- No matter how beautiful a woman is, if her spirit is not good, it will be obvious right away. I have to thank my husband and son for giving me a warm family. Everyone has strongly supported me to return to my passion. I also do not have to balance the role of an artist with the role of a wife in the family. Because if I do not work, I am very free. The hardest thing is to spend time eating with my husband and playing with my children. As for housework, cooking... I do not have to do it. It is just that sometimes when I am in Singapore, I crave Vietnamese food, so I go to the kitchen.

* Many people say that cooking is very important to maintain family happiness. It seems that Thu Minh's family is different?

- I think that's just a catchphrase, each family has different opinions. Nowadays, there are many restaurants opening, there are many delicious dishes, so why eat dishes cooked by one person? My husband thinks so. The happiest thing is to wear nice clothes, carry the bag my husband bought for me, and go to a restaurant with him to eat really good food, chatting like two friends. That way, my husband feels satisfied.

* How does Thu Minh overcome disagreements in married life?

- Which couple doesn't have conflicts? But if they don't argue, it's abnormal. Even raising children is a problem. It's better now, but at first we argued fiercely. I'm Asian so I'm very determined and disciplined with the child, while my husband wants to be gentle and persuade the child. Sometimes I get so frustrated that I say: "Who said you only know how to warn, I've already persuaded but he doesn't listen." Many times I get angry and yell at Gau (Thu Minh's child), then my husband comes down to blame me, advising me to be gentle and not to yell. Because of that, every time we disagree, my son brings up his father to talk. So I have to make a "revolution", thanks to that everything is better.

* How did that "revolution" take place, ma'am?

- I think the best way to behave is to be calm and gentle. If my father and son think that my point of view is wrong, I feel disrespected. I demand to pack my bags and return to Vietnam. I had to play that trick and act so well that my father and son were scared pale.

* Is there any conflict with your husband that Thu Minh remembers the most?

- When my child was little, I hit him once with chopsticks. After that, I put down the chopsticks and cried. I felt very regretful and took that picture to remind myself never to hit my child again. When my husband came home, he looked at me with an annoyed look. He lost his temper and asked me: "Why did you hit your child? You can't behave like that." He asked me what I hit my child with. I said with chopsticks. So my husband went into the kitchen, took out the chopsticks, broke them one by one and told me never to do that again. He kept doing that until the last chopstick and told me to promise him. To be honest, I felt very regretful. From then on, I never hit my child again. No matter what, I just tried to persuade him. Being a mother has taught me many lessons about patience.

* Having a businessman husband, is Thu Minh afraid of the appearance of a "third person"?

- Why be afraid, if it happens, it will happen. The third person thing is a normal temptation in society. Why do we torment ourselves with such obsessions? Every woman should preserve her own value by taking care of herself, knowing how to behave and being a true warm shore for the other person. A thoughtful man will appreciate true values. If they are attracted by other values, why torment each other? That is my concept, so my husband and I have never touched the phone or been curious about each other's calls.

* Many people say Thu Minh lives like a queen and is not interested in singing. Is that true?

- That's not true. I don't deny that I live comfortably. Using the word queen is a bit too much. Women who are satisfied with what they have, feel happy, and don't worry about money, that's happiness. I don't deny that I am like that. But I was born lucky to have a singing voice. That is my greatest strength and confidence, so if I don't sing, I am nobody in life. I'm not good at housework and I'm not good at economics. During Covid-19, not being able to go on stage made me feel self-conscious, almost depressed. Without singing, without working in the performing industry, I'm worse than ordinary women in society. I have to be smart, put myself in the position where I have the most advantage.

* Thank you singer Thu Minh for taking the time to share!