Negav joined 29 contestants for the first concert of the show's second season on the evening of 27/12. There, he received the "most loved anh trai" title, an award determined by fan votes. He had previously been crowned the competition's champion at the finale announced on 13/12.
Engaging with MC Tran Thanh, Negav reflected on his career path. Standing before tens of thousands, he became emotional, mentioning his fanclub. "I'm crying because I'm so proud of my fan community", he stated. Many in the crowd cheered his name, while others urged, "Negav, don't cry".
The young artist finds his fans' affection a driving force for overcoming challenges. Negav was one of two contestants from the first season to return for the second. His inclusion sparked debate, given his past controversies.
In 2024, while gaining recognition, Negav faced criticism for comments "disrespecting education." His past conduct and social media posts were also deemed inappropriate by the public, damaging the image of an artist popular with young fans. After receiving feedback from both media and audience, the rapper issued an apology, acknowledging he had learned a valuable lesson and would be more mindful of his public image. These incidents prompted his withdrawal from the first season's Anh Trai Say Hi concert and a temporary hiatus from entertainment.
Negav believes he has matured through past mistakes. "I am learning to slow down and take more deliberate steps. Previously, I did everything very quickly; now I want to control and refine things more", he explained.
The rapper intends to return to university to complete his Media Technology Management degree once his career stabilizes. He believes that both knowledge and experience will enhance his personal growth and music.
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From left: JeyB, Negav, Karik, Vu Cat Tuong, Ngo Kien Huy interacting with MC Tran Thanh (right) after the performance of "Nguoi nhu anh xung dang co don". *Photo: Organizers provided* |
At the concert, Negav and his fellow "anh trai" (brothers) reprised popular performances from their four months on the show. These included: Nguoi nhu anh xung dang co don, Doan kich cam, Bounce, and Can I Get Your Love?
Negav, 23, whose real name is Dang Thanh An, has released several hits, including: Ngu mot minh (2022, featuring Hieu Thu Hai), Cham soc em (2023), and Em khien anh muon tro thanh nguoi Ha Noi (2023). During his participation in the first season of Anh Trai Say Hi, the rapper delivered memorable performances such as Ngan nga, Catch Me If You Can, and Da nghi.
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