Biographical Overview & Key Facts

Subject:

Sơn Tùng M-TP

Role / Field:

Pioneering Vietnamese singer-songwriter, dubbed the "Prince of V-pop".

Born:

1994-07-05

Century / Era:

1994s Historical Era

Database Source:

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Origins & Early Life

Nguyễn Thanh Tùng (born 5 July 1994), known professionally as Sơn Tùng M-TP ([s̪əːn˧ tuŋ͡m˨˩ ɛm˧ ti:˧ bi:˧]), is a Vietnamese singer-songwriter and actor. His self-written 2012 and 2013 singles, "Cơn mưa ngang qua" and "Em của ngày hôm qua" launched his career. These were followed by successful singles "Chắc ai đó sẽ về", "Lạc trôi" and "Nơi này có anh". In 2017, Tùng released the compilation album M-tp M-TP and published his autobiography, Chạm tới giấc mơ.

Pivotal Works & Achievements

Tùng spent four years as part of Văn Production and WePro Entertainment before founding his own record label, M-TP Entertainment, in 2016. His other ventures include the M-TP Ambition Tour (2015–2016), the Sky Tour (2019), a starring role in the 2014 film Dandelion (which earned him a Golden Kite Prize for Young Prominent Actor) and an appearance as a contestant on the television series The Remix. Dubbed the "Prince of V-pop" for his popularity, Tùng has received various accolades, including an MTV Europe Music Award, a Dedication Music Award, a Mnet Asian Music Award, seven Green Wave Awards and an inclusion on Forbes Vietnam's 30 Under 30 list. Nguyễn Thanh Tùng was...

Enduring Legacy & Impact

The historical impact and works continue to influence the modern world.

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