The single, titled "loi noi/ just talk", draws inspiration from a story of a broken relationship where two individuals struggled to open up to each other. Through this song, Nguyen Tran aims to highlight the crucial role of connection and understanding in life.

The track features an indie pop-rock sound, rich in narrative depth yet maintaining a youthful and bright feel. The song was written in approximately three days. The opening lines took him the longest to find the right rhythm and emotion, while the chorus was where he invested the most effort to create a powerful climax. Nguyen Tran notes that he is influenced by several international rock idols, including Oasis, John Mayer, and Weezer.

Young artist Nguyen Tran. Photo: Provided by artist

Nguyen Tran self-produced and recorded the track while studying in the US. Musician Hung BlackHearted, leader of the band Da Ma, co-produced and created the music video. With both English and Vietnamese versions, the Gen Z vocalist hopes to reach both domestic and international audiences.

The singer, whose real name is Tran An Nguyen, was born in 2002 in Hanoi. After graduating with a degree in Music Communication and Production from Denison University, Ohio, he currently resides and works in Los Angeles. In August, he released the song "What’s the Poin", collaborating with a US record label. He plans to release an EP early next year.

Nguyen Tran’s father, musician Tran Tuan Hung, supported his pursuit of music from a young age. While still in Vietnam, Nguyen Tran occasionally performed alongside his father on various stages.

Musician Tran Tuan Hung, 51, a graduate of Civil Engineering University, is one of the co-founders of Buc Tuong, a legendary Vietnamese rock band. After musician Tran Lap passed away in 2016, Tuan Hung took over leadership of the group, guiding them through many difficult periods. Tran Tuan Hung is recognized for numerous compositions, including "Con mua thang nam", "Con duong khong ten", "Hoa mat troi", and "Thang 10".

Ha Thu