According to member Le Hoang, the concert's theme, "Emotions Return," reflects the group's desire to rediscover their genuine love for music. Returning to the stage at 44, The Men still exude abundant energy. Their goal isn't to attract new fans but to perform for those who share their emotions and appreciate their music.

For two hours, the group led the audience through a journey of heartfelt ballads, performing 10 of their signature songs. Tracks like "You're Always on My Mind" (Nguyen Van Chung), "If It Wasn't You" (Pham Viet Hoang), "Waiting for You in the Night" (Khac Viet), "Am I Sad to Lose You," "Let Me Love You Again" (Nguyen Dinh Vu), and "A Thousand Yearnings Sent to You" (Pham Bao Nam) evoked memories of the 2000s, when the 8x and 9x generations listened to The Men on TV, radio, and at concerts.

Despite a 5-year hiatus, their vocal prowess and appearance remain unchanged. Le Hoang and Tien Dung appeared in elegant suits at the start of the show, performing their hit "You're Always on My Mind," the song that propelled them to fame in the early 2000s. Their impressive technique and unwavering vocal strength delighted the audience, with some fans exclaiming, "You guys are so handsome!" and "Amazing!" Le Hoang revealed that the group had rehearsed for over four hours daily for a month before the show. The Men have also refined their singing style, opting for a gentler approach in Vietnamese versions of Chinese songs like "Faded Love" and "Waiting Smoke," rather than showcasing high notes. Fans lit up the venue with their phone flashlights, singing along with the duo.

Le Hoang and Tien Dung interact with the audience from the stage. Photo: Provided by the artists

Along with their well-known hits, the group performed a new song and covers of popular tracks like "Can't Love Anyone Else" (Dong Thien Duc), "True Love Isn't Easy to Forget" (Thanh Hung), and "Magic" (Hung Maydays). Known for their soft music and their image as "ballad gentlemen," Tien Dung surprised the audience with his dance moves alongside a dance group. Though a talented dancer, he rarely has the opportunity to perform for fans. This performance highlighted The Men's commitment to innovation upon their return.

The Men also shared the stage with colleagues and collaborators, including musician Nguyen Hoang Duy, who arranged the music and served as the concert's narrator. Le Hoang explained that Nguyen Hoang Duy introduced the two members in 2010. Together, they performed their collaborative work, "I Need." Khac Viet, the composer behind many of The Men's early hits, joined them on stage for "It's Me."

The Men switched up the atmosphere with remixes of songs like "You Far Away" (Nguyen Hoang Duy) and "Words I Want to Say" (Pham Bao Nam) in the final segment. The concert ended at 9:45 pm, with many fans lingering to take photos and get autographs.

The audience spanned a wide range of ages, but the majority were between 30 and 40, those who grew up with and loved The Men's music. Quoc Huy, 30, from Ho Chi Minh City, shared, "For the 15 years The Men's music has existed, I've been immersed in it. Every relationship that has come and gone, every emotion in my life is intertwined with their songs and lyrics." The concert will continue in Ha Long on 8/8.

Le Hoang, 44, from Da Nang, graduated with a degree in mechatronics from Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology. He was formerly a member of the group B.O.M. Tien Dung, 40, from Hai Phong, comes from a musical family and studied at the Ho Chi Minh City Conservatory of Music. He started his career with musician Quang Huy's company, as part of the teen group Weboys.

After leaving their previous groups, Le Hoang and Tien Dung formed The Men in 2010, focusing on a soft, masculine musical style. Le Hoang currently lives with actress Viet Hue and has two sons, born in 2015 and 2017. Tien Dung moved to the US in 2019 and is involved in the restaurant and real estate businesses. He keeps his family life private.

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