Singer Tuan Cry tearfully recounts his mother and musical journey at the 12 Zodiac Animals 2026 event.
Appearing on the show "12 Zodiac Animals - Vietnamese Colors," singer Tuan Cry moved viewers when he shared about his mother's sacrifices and his journey of striving to establish his own name in the industry.
At the programThe 12 Zodiac Animals - Vietnamese ColorsThe audience witnessed poignant moments from Tuan Cry as he shared details about his family circumstances for the first time. The artist stated that for him, the Lunar New Year of 2026 holds special significance after many years of incomplete family reunions.
Memories of sacrifice and Tet holidays spent far from home.
Tuan Cry shared that he spent many years away from his family due to difficult circumstances. His father passed away early, and his mother had to leave her hometown to work in Ho Chi Minh City to support her children's education. Meanwhile, he grew up under the care of his maternal grandparents in his hometown. The lack of parental warmth from a young age shaped Tuan Cry into an independent but also emotionally complex person.
Recalling old memories, the singer choked up when mentioning his mother's gaze. He affirmed that this past Lunar New Year was the warmest time, as he felt the fruits of his labor after many years of hard work. Standing on the big stage, he sent a heartfelt message to his mother and relatives back home:"Mom Thanh, grandparents, everyone in the village, it's me – your Tuan! Mom! I've done it!"This is an affirmation of a child's maturity after a long period of effort, so that the family can be proud.
Affirming artistic thinking through folk materials.
2025 marks a significant step forward for Tuan Cry in his professional music career. He is no longer just an internet sensation but has established himself as an artist with profound thinking, knowing how to harmoniously combine modern and traditional elements.
Most notably, the music video received a significant boost.North Bling, a product in which Tuan Cry took on the roles of main songwriter and rapper, in collaboration with Masew, Hoa Minzy, and artist Xuan Hinh. The song created a new wave by bringing the Quan Ho culture of Bac Ninh closer to young people. Besides that, his other compositions include...Thump, thump, thumpgoodBeing pickyIt also continues to receive a warm reception, proving the correctness of his approach in incorporating folk elements into contemporary music.
Tuan Cry's appearance on the 12 Zodiac Animals show was not just an entertainment act, but also an inspiring story about overcoming difficulties and filial piety, spreading positive values in the early days of the new year.
