Khoa brings the vibrant spirit of Lunar New Year to life in ‘Tết Đong Đầy.’ The singer writes and composes a tune that blends tradition with modern joy. Lyrics mention apricot blossoms and the sound of lion dance drums, creating a festive atmosphere.
Released: December 9, 2022
Tết Đong Đầy
Khoa
Tết Đong Đầy Lyrics Translation – Khoa
The song highlights family reunions and the warmth of the holiday. Khoa pens a line that says, ‘This Spring is happier than last year,’ capturing the hopeful mood of the season. The poet uses simple yet powerful imagery, like the scent of ‘bánh chưng’ cooking in the breeze.
Ngoai duong dong vui tran ngap bao tieng caOutside, the bustling streets are filled with many songs.
Xuan nam nay da den roi em oi (xuan den roi)This Spring’s arrived, my dear (Spring’s arrived).
Nguoi nguoi ben nhau tam biet nam cu quaEveryone’s together, saying goodbye to the old year.
Xuan yen vui ve khap ben moi nhaJoyful Spring returns to every home.
Xuan nam nay den bao nhieu cau chucThis Spring brings so many wishes.
Chuc gia dinh nha nha luon hanh phucI’m wishing every family happiness always.
Hoa mai dua sac cung rao ruc don xuanApricot blossoms show their colors, eagerly welcoming Spring.
Hy vong mot nam moi luon binh anI’m hoping for a new year of constant peace.
Me nau banh chung xanh lan gio khe lay duaMom’s cooking ‘bánh chưng’ (traditional sticky rice cake), as the gentle breeze sways the bamboo.
Cung tieng mua lan vang ‘tung cheng tung cheng’ thich me chuaWith the resounding ‘tung cheng tung cheng’ sound of the lion dance drums, isn’t it delightful?
Dan chau chuc ong ba nhieu suc khoe vui tuoiThe grandchildren wish grandparents much health and joy.
Nong am cu dong day cung nhau chao xuan den ben taWarmth always fills the air, as we welcome Spring together.
Tet dong day‘Tết’ (Lunar New Year) is full and abundant.
Xuan nam nay vui hon nam quaThis Spring is happier than last year.
Phuc loc tai ve voi muon moi nhaFortune, blessings, and wealth return to countless homes.
Tay trong tay anh va em luon vui caHand in hand, you and I are always joyful, singing.
Hanh phuc dong day la ngay tet sum vayAbundant happiness is the day of ‘Tết’ reunion.
La-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-laLa-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-la
Tet dong day‘Tết’ is full and abundant.
La-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-laLa-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-la
Tet dong day‘Tết’ is full and abundant.
Cuoc-cuoc-cuoc song sai gon qua tap napLife in Saigon is so bustling.
Con luon nho ba nho ma nho queI always miss my dad, my mom, and my hometown.
Thay chu tu chu bay len chucMy ‘chú’ (uncle) flies up to give wishes.
Nhin lai thang chau sao ma thay ua gheLooking back at the grandchild, why does it feel so awful?
Nam nay con gui ong banh tetThis year, I sent grandpa ‘bánh tét’ (a cylindrical sticky rice cake).
Nhung ma bat ngo la ong hong uaBut surprisingly, he didn’t like it.
Con thang cu ti biet minh nay da lonThe little kid knows he’s grown up now.
Chay theo doi li xi con nam ngan cung phai duaChasing after ‘li xi’ (lucky money), even five thousand ‘đồng’ must be given.
Xuan nam nay den bao nhieu cau chucThis Spring brings so many wishes.
Chuc gia dinh nha nha luon hanh phucI’m wishing every family happiness always.
Hoa mai dua sac cung rao ruc don xuanApricot blossoms show their colors, eagerly welcoming Spring.
Hy vong mot nam moi luon binh anI’m hoping for a new year of constant peace.
Me nau banh chung xanh lan gio khe lay duaMom’s cooking ‘bánh chưng’ (traditional sticky rice cake), as the gentle breeze sways the bamboo.
Cung tieng mua lan vang ‘tung cheng tung cheng’ thich me chuaWith the resounding ‘tung cheng tung cheng’ sound of the lion dance drums, isn’t it delightful?
Dan chau chuc ong ba nhieu suc khoe vui tuoiThe grandchildren wish grandparents much health and joy.
Nong am cu dong day cung nhau chao xuan den ben taWarmth always fills the air, as we welcome Spring together.
Tet dong day‘Tết’ is full and abundant.
Xuan nam nay vui hon nam quaThis Spring is happier than last year.
Phuc loc tai ve voi muon moi nhaFortune, blessings, and wealth return to countless homes.
Tay trong tay anh va em luon vui caHand in hand, you and I are always joyful, singing.
Hanh phuc dong day la ngay tet sum vayAbundant happiness is the day of ‘Tết’ reunion.
La-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-laLa-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-la
Tet dong day‘Tết’ is full and abundant.
La-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-la (tet dong day)La-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-la (‘Tết’ is full and abundant).
Xuan nam nay den bao nhieu cau chucThis Spring brings so many wishes.
Chuc gia dinh nha nha luon hanh phucI’m wishing every family happiness always.
Hoa mai dua sac cung rao ruc don xuanApricot blossoms show their colors, eagerly welcoming Spring.
Hy vong mot nam moi luon binh anI’m hoping for a new year of constant peace.
Me nau banh chung xanh lan gio khe lay duaMom’s cooking ‘bánh chưng’ (traditional sticky rice cake), as the gentle breeze sways the bamboo.
Cung tieng mua lan vang ‘tung cheng tung cheng’ thich me chuaWith the resounding ‘tung cheng tung cheng’ sound of the lion dance drums, isn’t it delightful?
Dan chau chuc ong ba nhieu suc khoe vui tuoiThe grandchildren wish grandparents much health and joy.
Nong am cu dong day cung nhau chao xuan den ben taWarmth always fills the air, as we welcome Spring together.
Tet dong day‘Tết’ is full and abundant.
Xuan nam nay vui hon nam quaThis Spring is happier than last year.
Phuc loc tai ve voi muon moi nhaFortune, blessings, and wealth return to countless homes.
Tay trong tay anh va em luon vui caHand in hand, you and I are always joyful, singing.
Hanh phuc dong day la ngay tet sum vayAbundant happiness is the day of ‘Tết’ reunion.
La-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-laLa-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-la
Tet dong day‘Tết’ is full and abundant.
La-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-laLa-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-la
Tet dong day‘Tết’ is full and abundant.
La-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-laLa-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-la
La-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-laLa-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-la
Tet dong day‘Tết’ is full and abundant.
Tết Đong Đầy Music Video
What does ‘Tết Đong Đầy’ mean? The lyrics celebrate the abundance and joy of Lunar New Year. Khoa’s song is a heartfelt tribute to family, tradition, and the promise of a prosperous year.