Kay Trần brings the festive energy of Tết to life in ‘Tết Luôn Mỉm Cười.’ The lyricists Nguyễn Trung Đức and Trần Anh Khoa draft vivid scenes of a bustling holiday, while composers Nguyễn Trung Đức, Trần Anh Khoa, and Duck V craft a melody that matches the celebration. This song is a cheerful tribute to the Vietnamese New Year.
Released: January 7, 2026
Tết Luôn Mỉm Cười
Kay Trần
Tết Luôn Mỉm Cười Lyrics English Translation by Kay Trần
Nguyễn Trung Đức writes about streets filled with people, homes adorned with flowers, and fireworks lighting up the sky. A standout line translates to, ‘Fireworks flood the sky; this Tet, we’ll always be cheerful,’ capturing the essence of communal joy and resilience. The lyrics paint a picture of hope and togetherness for the coming year.
Ngoai duong nguoi dong duc pho xa chen chuc nguoi taOutside, the streets are crowded and jammed with people.
Nha nha long hao huc nao nuc mua hoa mua quaEvery home is eager and excited, buying flowers and fruit.
Mot nam day gian kho khong sao ta da vuot quaIt was a year full of hardships, but it’s okay, we’ve overcome them.
Mung xuan chao nam moi an khang hanh phuc den muon moi nhaWelcoming spring and the New Year, wishing peace and happiness to every home.
Em co nghe hay khong em a em oiDo you hear it or not, oh my dear?
Tieng lan ron rang truoc them nam moiThe lion dance drums are rumbling at the New Year’s threshold.
Phao hoa ngap troi Tet nay minh luon vui tuoiFireworks flood the sky; this Tet, we’ll always be cheerful.
Giu mai tren doi moi nu cuoi don xuan sang ca nam rang ngoiKeep that smile on your lips to welcome a spring that shines all year.
Mung ong ba nam moi suc khoe cu the song vui thiet vuiWishing grandparents health in the New Year, so they can live happily.
Me cha duoc hanh phuc voi nhung am ap nam nay chau con mot nuiMom and Dad finding happiness in the warmth, with a mountain of grandkids this year.
Cau cho mot nam moi tan toi phap phoi khong lo ngai chiPraying for a New Year of excitement and progress, worrying about nothing.
Van su deu nhu y tien vao nhu nuoc nam nay be muon ai li xiEverything going as planned, money flowing like water; who wants ‘lucky money’ this year?
Han hoan ta mung Tet den ngan cau ca mung Tet denJoyfully we celebrate Tet’s arrival, singing songs to welcome it.
Vui len di mung Tet den la la la la la la laCheer up, celebrate Tet’s arrival, la la la la la la la.
Han hoan ta mung Tet den ngan cau ca mung Tet denJoyfully we celebrate Tet’s arrival, singing songs to welcome it.
Vui len di mung Tet den la la la la laCheer up, celebrate Tet’s arrival, la la la la la.
Mot nam moi luon mim cuoiA New Year always smiling.
Thuan buom xuoi gio bien hien troi thuong loc la day khoangSmooth sailing, gentle seas, heaven’s love, and a boat full of fortune.
Buoc ra duong troi trai nang vang tan tai tan loc t t tan binh anStepping out into golden sunshine; bringing in talent, fortune, and peace.
Mo mat thay tien nham mat thay nguoi thuong hanh thong het co may man voi so huongOpen eyes to see money, close eyes to see loved ones; everything smooth, lucky, and blessed.
Len chuc len huong ai cung duoc tan thuongPromotions and raises, everyone gets praised.
Mua may ban dat tung bung ngay khai truongBuying and selling goes well, the opening day is bustling.
Ba con quanh nam trung lon vu mua gom vang gom bac gom thoc gom luaRelatives win big all year round, harvesting gold, silver, and rice.
Chi em nhan sac thang hang hon hanThe ladies’ beauty ranks higher than ever.
Ua chu khong hon thuaOh, but no competition intended.
Nang bia len hai ba doRaise the beer, one, two, three, cheers!
Chi em oi hai ba doLadies, one, two, three, cheers!
Anh em oi hai ba doGentlemen, one, two, three, cheers!
Ca nha oi hai ba doEveryone, one, two, three, cheers!
Em co nghe hay khong em a em oiDo you hear it or not, oh my dear?
Hai ba doOne, two, three, cheers!
Tieng lan ron rang truoc them nam moiThe lion dance drums are rumbling at the New Year’s threshold.
Hai ba doOne, two, three, cheers!
Phao hoa ngap troi Tet nay minh luon vui tuoiFireworks flood the sky; this Tet, we’ll always be cheerful.
Giu mai tren doi moi nu cuoi don xuan sang ca nam rang ngoiKeep that smile on your lips to welcome a spring that shines all year.
Mung ong ba nam moi suc khoe cu the song vui thiet vuiWishing grandparents health in the New Year, so they can live happily.
Me cha duoc hanh phuc voi nhung am ap nam nay chau con mot nuiMom and Dad finding happiness in the warmth, with a mountain of grandkids this year.
Cau cho mot nam moi tan toi phap phoi khong lo ngai chiPraying for a New Year of excitement and progress, worrying about nothing.
Van su deu nhu y tien vao nhu nuoc nam nay be muon ai li xiEverything going as planned, money flowing like water; who wants ‘lucky money’ this year?
Han hoan ta mung Tet den ngan cau ca mung Tet denJoyfully we celebrate Tet’s arrival, singing songs to welcome it.
Vui len di mung Tet den la la la la la la laCheer up, celebrate Tet’s arrival, la la la la la la la.
Han hoan ta mung Tet den ngan cau ca mung Tet denJoyfully we celebrate Tet’s arrival, singing songs to welcome it.
Vui len di mung Tet den la la la la laCheer up, celebrate Tet’s arrival, la la la la la.
Mung ong ba nam moi suc khoe cu the song vui thiet vuiWishing grandparents health in the New Year, so they can live happily.
Me cha duoc hanh phuc voi nhung am ap nam nay chau con mot nuiMom and Dad finding happiness in the warmth, with a mountain of grandkids this year.
Cau cho mot nam moi tan toi phap phoi khong lo ngai chiPraying for a New Year of excitement and progress, worrying about nothing.
Van su deu nhu y tien vao nhu nuoc nam nay be muon ai li xiEverything going as planned, money flowing like water; who wants ‘lucky money’ this year?
Han hoan ta mung Tet den ngan cau ca mung Tet denJoyfully we celebrate Tet’s arrival, singing songs to welcome it.
Vui len di mung Tet den la la la la la la laCheer up, celebrate Tet’s arrival, la la la la la la la.
Han hoan ta mung Tet den ngan cau ca mung Tet denJoyfully we celebrate Tet’s arrival, singing songs to welcome it.
Vui len di mung Tet den la la la la laCheer up, celebrate Tet’s arrival, la la la la la.
Mot nam moi luon mim cuoiA New Year always smiling.
Tết Luôn Mỉm Cười Music Video
The ‘Tết Luôn Mỉm Cười’ lyrics celebrate renewal and happiness, offering a vibrant soundtrack to the Vietnamese New Year. Kay Trần’s performance is a heartfelt reminder to keep smiling as the season of spring and fortune begins.