CAPTAIN BOY and DŨNG D.X join forces for the heartfelt track ‘Ai Lớn Cũng Phải,’ with lyrics by Hoàng Đức Duy. The song mixes a nostalgic melody with reflections on growing up and facing responsibilities. The duo creates a warm sound that invites listeners to reflect on their own journeys.
Released: June 11, 2025
Ai Lớn Cũng Phải
Captain Boy | Dũng D.X
Ai Lớn Cũng Phải Lyrics English Translation by Captain Boy | Dũng D.X
Hoàng Đức Duy writes about the challenges of adulthood, using imagery like sunlight on a hillside and dandelions flying away. A standout line translates to, ‘When you want to grow up, you’ve got to learn how to be lonely.’ The poet emphasizes the balance between self-reliance and staying connected to family.
Hang Cay Nham Mat Khi Troi ToiThe trees close their eyes when the sky turns dark.
Ngoai San Cung Chi Co Bo NgoiOut in the yard, there’s only the row of roof tiles.
Bo Ngoi Ve Ra Ve Chuyen Ngay Xua Van Troi Yeah YeahThe tiles trace the stories of old days that keep drifting by, yeah.
Me Thac Mac Voi Anh Nhieu LamMom’s been asking me so many questions.
Thoi Gian Do Anh Khong Ve ThamDuring that time, I didn’t go back home to visit.
Bua Com Gia Dinh Van Voi Ong Kinh La ChinhFamily meals are still mostly seen through a camera lens.
Yeah Khi Anh Muon Duoc Lon Khon Se Phai Hoc Cach Co DonYeah, when you want to grow up, you’ve got to learn how to be lonely.
Dung Hoc Lam Nguoi Vo OnDon’t learn to be an ungrateful person.
Nga Thi Van Phai Dung Day Se Co Rat Nhieu Huong ChayIf you fall, you’ve still got to stand up; there are so many paths to take.
Ve Nha La Mot Huong HayGoing back home is a good way to go.
Di Xa La De Tu Lap Canh SinhGoing far away is about building a life on your own,
Va De Chung Minh Rang Anh Se Chang Danh Mat Minh Yahand to prove that I won’t lose myself, yeah.
Oh BaeOh baby.
Vi Ai Cung Phai Lon Muon Truong Thanh HonBecause everyone’s got to grow up and wants to be more mature.
Thay Noi Dau Troi Qua Mau Nhu Nang Ben DoiTo see the pain pass by quickly like sunlight on the hillside.
Da Som Quen Roi AhIt’s already been forgotten so soon.
Chi La Nhung Cau Chuyen Cu Chang The Quen NoiThey’re just old stories that I can’t seem to forget.
Vi Ai Cung Phai Lon De Chung Minh Ban ThanBecause everyone’s got to grow up to prove themselves,
Co The Bay That Xa Nhu Hoa Bo Cong Anhto be able to fly far away like a dandelion.
Va Du Neu Mua Rat Lau Khong TanhAnd even if the rain doesn’t stop for a long time,
Anh Van Phai Giu Duoc Trong TrachI’ve still got to hold onto my responsibilities.
Sau Khi Tu Hoc Lay Cach Chua LanhAfter I’ve taught myself how to heal,
Anh Moi Biet Danh Thoi Gian De Quan Tam Ban ThanI finally knew how to spend time taking care of myself.
Cho Phep Lo Mot Vai Lan Nhung Neu Lo Hua La Phai Lam AhIt’s okay to fail a few times, but if you make a promise, you’ve got to keep it.
Va Dung Qua Ban Tam Ve Nhung Thu Khong Kha QuanAnd don’t worry too much about things that aren’t looking up.
Yeah Yeah Tung Chang Duong Ma Anh Trai QuaYeah, every stretch of the road that I’ve been through,
Co Lam Bun Lay Nhung Cung Day Hoa Lan Loi Y Nhu Loai Cacontains mud but is also full of flowers, weaving through just like a fish.
Co The Chim Nhung Khong The NgaI might sink, but I can’t let myself fall.
Yeah Khi Anh Muon Duoc Lon Khon Se Phai Hoc Cach Co DonYeah, when you want to grow up, you’ve got to learn how to be lonely.
Dung Hoc Lam Nguoi Vo OnDon’t learn to be an ungrateful person.
Nga Thi Van Phai Dung Day Se Co Rat Nhieu Huong ChayIf you fall, you’ve still got to stand up; there are so many paths to take.
Ve Nha La Mot Huong HayGoing back home is a good way to go.
Di Xa La De Tu Lap Canh SinhGoing far away is about building a life on your own,
Va De Chung Minh Rang Anh Se Chang Danh Mat Oh Baeand to prove that I won’t lose myself, oh baby.
Vi Ai Cung Phai Lon Muon Truong Thanh HonBecause everyone’s got to grow up and wants to be more mature.
Thay Noi Dau Troi Qua Mau Nhu Nang Ben DoiTo see the pain pass by quickly like sunlight on the hillside.
Da Som Quen Roi AhIt’s already been forgotten so soon.
Chi La Nhung Cau Chuyen Cu Chang The Quen NoiThey’re just old stories that I can’t seem to forget.
Vi Ai Cung Phai Lon De Chung Minh Ban ThanBecause everyone’s got to grow up to prove themselves,
Co The Bay That Xa Nhu Hoa Bo Cong Anhto be able to fly far away like a dandelion.
Va Du Neu Mua Rat Lau Khong TanhAnd even if the rain doesn’t stop for a long time,
Anh Van Phai Giu Duoc Trong TrachI’ve still got to hold onto my responsibilities.
Vi Ai Cung Phai Lon Muon Truong Thanh HonBecause everyone’s got to grow up and wants to be more mature.
Thay Noi Dau Troi Qua Mau Nhu Nang Ben DoiTo see the pain pass by quickly like sunlight on the hillside.
Da Som Quen Roi AhIt’s already been forgotten so soon.
Chi La Nhung Cau Chuyen Cu Chang The Quen NoiThey’re just old stories that I can’t seem to forget.
Vi Do Ai Cung Phai Lon Muon Truong Thanh HonBecause that’s why everyone’s got to grow up and wants to be more mature,
De Thay Noi Dau Troi Qua Mau Nhu Nangto see the pain pass by quickly like the sunlight.
Nhung Cau Chuyen Cu Chang TheThose old stories just can’t…
Ai Cung Phai Lon De Chung Minh Ban ThanEveryone’s got to grow up to prove themselves,
Co The Bay That Xa Nhu Hoa Bo Cong Anhto be able to fly far away like a dandelion.
Va Du Neu Mua Rat Lau Khong TanhAnd even if the rain doesn’t stop for a long time,
Anh Van Phai Giu Duoc Trong TrachI’ve still got to hold onto my responsibilities.
Va Du Neu Mua Rat Lau Khong TanhAnd even if the rain doesn’t stop for a long time,
Anh Van Phai Giu Duoc Trong TrachI’ve still got to hold onto my responsibilities.
Ai Lớn Cũng Phải Music Video
If you want to understand ‘Ai Lớn Cũng Phải,’ the lyrics talk about the struggles and responsibilities of growing up. The chemistry between CAPTAIN BOY and DŨNG D.X makes this Vietnamese track both relatable and inspiring.