Ricky Star sings from the album ĐÔI CHÂN ĐI, honoring his Mekong Delta roots. Trần Tiến writes heartfelt lyrics about family, tradition, and hometown pride. Duck V blends modern rap with traditional folk sounds.
Released: June 6, 2025
Tấm Lòng Cửu Long
Ricky Star • From “ĐÔI CHÂN ĐI”
Tấm Lòng Cửu Long Lyrics Meaning Ricky Star | ĐÔI CHÂN ĐI
Trần Tiến writes about resilience with ‘Real gold is not afraid of fire, so the boy still smiles.’ He describes parental sacrifice through lines about mother’s nine-month pregnancy and father’s hard work.
Nho Nho Lam Tien Giang My ThoI miss them so much, Tien Giang and My Tho.
Ca Mau Vinh Long Can Tho Soc Trang Cho Mong Trong NgongCa Mau, Vinh Long, Can Tho, and Soc Trang are all waiting and watching.
Anh Di Tu Dong Bang Cuu Long Mang Theo Tam Long Trang TrongI came from the Mekong Delta, carrying a heart full of deep respect.
Noi Co Cay Cau Bat Ngang Hai Ben Ninh KieuIt’s a place with bridges stretching across both sides of Ninh Kieu.
Da Yeu Thi Long Tua Nui Song Phu Quy Sang Giau Chang MongWhen I love, my heart’s as vast as mountains and rivers; I don’t long for wealth or fame.
Di Khap Phuong Troi Van Luon Ghi Nho Cau HoNo matter where I travel under the sky, I’ll always remember the ‘ho’ ‘folk song’ chants.
Ai Oi Du Di Xa Hay Nho Gao Trang Nuoc Trong La Can ThoEveryone, even if you go far, remember that ‘white rice and clear water’ is Can Tho.
Cuu Long Giang Ra Bien Lon Chin Dong Thuong Ai Thi Phai Bang Ca Tam LongThe Mekong River flows into the sea through nine branches; if you love someone, give them your whole heart.
Me Day Con Le Phep Kinh Trong Con Cong Cha Tua Troi Rong Bien DongMother taught me to be respectful, while Father’s hard work is as vast as the sky and the sea.
Nuoi Con Tu Luc Con Tre Con Kho Gio Thi Ba Buoc La Lam Tho HuhThey raised me from my innocent youth; now, three steps are all I need to write a poem.
Con Quy Lay Quan Am Ta On Nguoi Ban Diem LanhI kneel before ‘Quan Am’ ‘Goddess of Mercy’ to thank Her for the blessings I’ve received.
Gia Dinh Con Manh Khoe Anh Em Con Van Con XanhMy family is healthy, and my brothers are still full of life.
Cu Nhu La Hoa Sen Vuong Len Tu Trong Nghich CanhWe’re just like lotus flowers rising from the mud of hardship.
Vuot Qua Bao Chong Gai La Trai Mien Tay Cuc PhamHaving overcome many obstacles, I’m a top-tier son of the Western Region.
Con Trai Van Hien Ngang Du Song Ben Lo Ben BoiA son still stands tall even if the riverbank erodes or builds up.
Du Giau Sang Hay Kho Chi Mong Con Se Nen NguoiWhether rich or poor, I only hope to become a decent person.
Ngoai Kia La Song Lon Mieng Doi Hay Che Hay ChoiOut there are the big waves, where people’s gossip often mocks or judges.
Vang That Khong So Lua Nen Con Trai Van Hay CuoiReal gold isn’t afraid of the fire, so this son still smiles often.
Phuong Xa Anh Em Nghe Thay RoBrothers in distant lands, can you hear me clearly?
Moi Khi Noi Buon Con Dang Chay DoWhenever a lingering sadness is still burning inside.
Hay Nho Viet Nam Minh Co Gia DinhJust remember that back in our Vietnam, we have family.
Gap Lai Bao Dap Bang Ca Chan TinhWhen we meet again, I’ll repay you with all my sincerity.
Ngoi Choi Nao Tu Hai Giai Huynh DeLet’s sit and enjoy ourselves, for all men across the four seas are brothers.
Cung Uong Say Roi Nghe Dan Ca Van NgheLet’s drink until we’re merry and listen to the traditional folk music.
Ngan Nho Thuong Tua Nhu Con Song Troi MaiA thousand memories are like waves that keep drifting on.
Van Su Khoi Dau Nan Du Cho La Hom NayEvery beginning is difficult, even if it’s starting today.
Song Gio Ra Sao Thi Cung Chang SaoNo matter how many storms come, it doesn’t matter.
Minh Cung Ve Don So Mai NhaWe’ll return together to our simple home.
O San Sau Co Them Vuon Ao Rau MuongIn the backyard, there’s a garden, a pond, and ‘rau muong’ ‘water spinach’.
Troi Cao Ngun Ngut May Khi Ta Duoc Ngoi Voi NhauThe sky’s so high, and it’s rare that we get to sit here together.
Don Mot Bai Dan Ca Tru TinhLet’s welcome a lyrical folk song.
Tam Long Nay Chang Can Chung Minh Boi Vi AnhThis heart doesn’t need to prove itself because I…
Da Di Tu Dong Bang Cuu Long Mang Theo Tam Long Trang TrongI came from the Mekong Delta, carrying a heart full of deep respect.
Noi Co Cay Cau Bat Ngang Hai Ben Ninh KieuIt’s a place with bridges stretching across both sides of Ninh Kieu.
Da Yeu Thi Long Tua Nui Song Phu Quy Sang Giau Chang MongWhen I love, my heart’s as vast as mountains and rivers; I don’t long for wealth or fame.
Di Khap Phuong Troi Van Luon Ghi Nho Cau HoNo matter where I travel under the sky, I’ll always remember the ‘ho’ ‘folk song’ chants.
Oi Oi La Ho Ho Oi Oi Oi OiOh, oh, ‘ho ho’, oh, oh, oh, oh.
Oi Oi La Ho Ho Oi Oi Oi OiOh, oh, ‘ho ho’, oh, oh, oh, oh.
Oi Oi La Ho Ho Oi Oi Oi OiOh, oh, ‘ho ho’, oh, oh, oh, oh.
Oi Oi La Ho Ho Oi Oi Oi OiOh, oh, ‘ho ho’, oh, oh, oh, oh.
Thuong Me Mang Nang Chin Thang Muoi NgayI love Mother, who carried me for nine months and ten days.
Thuong Cha Phai Buon Trai Ke Sinh NhaiI love Father, who had to struggle to make a living.
Thuong Thay Co Day Cong Day DoI love my teachers, who put so much effort into teaching me.
Thuong Anh Thuong Chi Vi Dan Em Tho Chiu KhoI love my older siblings, who endured hardships for their younger ones.
Mai Day Con Di Nam Chau Bon BeTomorrow, I might travel across the five continents and four seas.
Va Cho Di Nhung Gi Ma Con Co TheAnd I’ll give away whatever I can.
Con Van An Theo Thuo O Van O Theo ThiI’ll still adapt to the times and live according to the situation.
Mang Mot Tam Long Son Tro Ve Mien Tay Du Ky Oh-ohCarrying a loyal heart, I’ll return from my Western Region travels.
Troi Cao La Noi Cho Con Nuong NauThe high heavens are the place where I find shelter.
Nhip Dieu Va Am Nhac Trong Xuong MauRhythm and music are in my blood and bones.
Anh Em Tui Con Van Song Thuong NhauMy brothers and I still live and love one another.
Va Doi Tay Se Mang Cho Con Com AoAnd these hands will provide my food and clothes.
Can Tho Cu Lao Say Trai Bao MuaCan Tho’s river islands are full of fruit all year round.
Nho Thuong Co Em May Va Theu ThuaI miss the young lady who spends her time sewing and embroidering.
Nho Com Thit Kho Canh Chua Ca Loc VaI miss the ‘thit kho’ ‘braised pork’ and ‘canh chua ca loc’ ‘sour snakehead fish soup’.
Nho To Bun Rieu Banh Bo Banh Tieu Banh Cong OhI miss the ‘bun rieu’ ‘crab noodle soup’, ‘steamed rice cakes’, and ‘shrimp cakes’.
Ghe Ngang Soc Trang Tham Homie G5rI’ll stop by Soc Trang to visit my homies from G5R.
Tat Ca Rapper Mien Tay Graphiti Dj OhAll the rappers, graffiti artists, and DJs of the Western Region.
Cung Chung Mot Dam Me Nang Ly Sau Khi Bung NapSharing the same passion, we’ll raise a glass after the show’s over.
Vuot Qua Chong Gai Nay Otd Len CapOvercoming these obstacles, OTD is leveling up.
Roi Xa Que Ra Doi Trang TraiLeaving my hometown to go out and make a life for myself.
Ngan Cau Ca Dang Con Vang MaiA thousand songs are still echoing out.
Bao Nam Di Xa Gio Quay LaiAfter years of being away, I’m coming back now.
Cong Thanh Danh Toai Ma Du LaI’ve achieved success and fame, no matter what happens.
Song Gio Ra Sao Thi Cung Chang SaoNo matter how many storms come, it doesn’t matter.
Minh Cung Ve Don So Mai NhaWe’ll return together to our simple home.
O San Sau Co Them Vuon Ao Rau MuongIn the backyard, there’s a garden, a pond, and ‘rau muong’ ‘water spinach’.
Troi Cao Ngun Ngut May Khi Ta Duoc Ngoi Voi NhauThe sky’s so high, and it’s rare that we get to sit here together.
Don Mot Bai Dan Ca Tru TinhLet’s welcome a lyrical folk song.
Tam Long Nay Chang Can Chung Minh Boi Vi AnhThis heart doesn’t need to prove itself because I…
Da Di Tu Dong Bang Cuu Long Mang Theo Tam Long Trang TrongI came from the Mekong Delta, carrying a heart full of deep respect.
Noi Co Cay Cau Bat Ngang Hai Ben Ninh KieuIt’s a place with bridges stretching across both sides of Ninh Kieu.
Da Yeu Thi Long Tua Nui Song Phu Quy Sang Giau Chang MongWhen I love, my heart’s as vast as mountains and rivers; I don’t long for wealth or fame.
Di Khap Phuong Troi Van Luon Ghi Nho Cau HoNo matter where I travel under the sky, I’ll always remember the ‘ho’ ‘folk song’ chants.
Oi Oi La Ho Ho Oi Oi Oi OiOh, oh, ‘ho ho’, oh, oh, oh, oh.
Oi Oi La Ho Ho Oi Oi Oi OiOh, oh, ‘ho ho’, oh, oh, oh, oh.
Oi Oi La Ho Ho Oi Oi Oi OiOh, oh, ‘ho ho’, oh, oh, oh, oh.
Oi Oi La Ho Ho Oi Oi Oi OiOh, oh, ‘ho ho’, oh, oh, oh, oh.
Bui Tran Vai Ao Da Trai Qua Tram Ngan Kho DauDust from the world is on my shoulders after experiencing a hundred thousand sorrows.
Long Ton Kinh Dang Huong Cuoi DauWith deep respect, I offer incense and bow my head.
Con Quy Lay Troi Rong Nui CaoI kneel before the vast sky and high mountains.
Mot Tram Nam Tua Nhu Chiec La La Roi Con Se Ve Voi ChaA hundred years is just like a falling leaf; I’ll return to my Father.
Nam Yen Giac Thien Thu Voi MeTo sleep peacefully for eternity with my Mother.
Tam Long Nay Se Duoc Lang Nghe Boi Vi Anh DaThis heart will be heard because I’ve…
Tấm Lòng Cửu Long Music Video
The Tấm Lòng Cửu Long lyrics meaning shows love for homeland and gratitude to family. Ricky Star promises to remember traditional folk songs wherever he travels. The song celebrates Can Tho’s ‘white rice and clear water’ as symbols of home.