BY MANILA BULLETIN ENTERTAINMENT
AT A GLANCE
Through this partnership, Mỹ An has created a musical piece that is both gentle and romantic yet powerful, touching the hearts of listeners with its message of courage and sincerity in love.
Hoàng Mỹ An officially introduced her audience to Wanna Hear You Say, a pop ballad filled with emotion that tells the delicate and profound story of an unspoken love. This marks her first collaboration with international artist Samuel.
Through this partnership, Mỹ An has created a musical piece that is both gentle and romantic yet powerful, touching the hearts of listeners with its message of courage and sincerity in love.
Inspiration from deepest heartfelt emotions in everyday moments
Wanna Hear You Say is not just a song but a heartfelt portrait woven from everyday moments in which anyone can see themselves. Hoàng Mỹ An shared, "I sang this song based on my own personal experiences, when I could feel love was there, but I didn’t have the courage to express it. It’s a state of contradiction between longing and fear, between longing and silence."
In each verse, the hesitation, internal struggle, and fear of rejection are expressed naturally and sincerely. The gentle melody combined with powerful notes evokes emotions and emphasizes the necessity of bravery in love. Mỹ An added, "I believe this song is not just the story of two people, but a story of millions of hearts waiting to express their love."
A journey of collaboration – The essence of harmony and unforgettable moments
The collaboration between Hoàng Mỹ An and Samuel came about through a shared appreciation for music. Mỹ An recounted, "My music director, Mr. Pabaki, shared the demo of the song, and I was immediately impressed. Coincidentally, according to Mr. Pabaki, Samuel had also heard the demo and was very excited about the song. From there, the idea of a duet between Vietnam and Korea began to take shape."
During the production of the music video, the two created unforgettable memories. One of those moments was when Mỹ An secretly organized a birthday celebration for Samuel right on set. "It was so touching to see the joy in Samuel’s eyes. These are moments that helped us understand each other better and create a more complete musical product," shared Mỹ An.
'Wanna Hear You Say' – A turning point in artistic journey
With Wanna Hear You Say, Hoàng Mỹ An is branching out into the Southeast Asian market, bringing a unique perspective through her collaboration with an international artist.
Following this release, Mỹ An will continue her musical journey with her debut mini-album, set to drop in September. Alongside this, she will embark on a school tour across Vietnam, aiming to inspire and connect with young audiences. As she expands her reach, she actively shares her music with Southeast Asian audiences, delivering heartfelt love stories and emotions to international listeners.
Hoàng Mỹ An’s journey is not just about music but about connecting with people’s emotions. She shared, "I want to build an image of a versatile, strong artist who inspires others to live authentically with their emotions. And Wanna Hear You Say is a testament to that. I hope the audience will find empathy and courage to express what they’ve been holding inside."
Wanna Hear You Say is now available on digital music platforms.
