Singer-songwriter MINH makes a slick, grown, and unapologetically unfiltered return with his latest single, “Gossip,” a razor-sharp pop confessional that brilliantly turns personal drama into high art by capturing the universally relatable, bittersweet thrill of sharing stories that aren’t about you.
Released on August 15th, 2025, the track is inspired by a real-life friendship breakup that blindsided him, channeling the raw sting of betrayal into a song that is simultaneously catchy, clever, and brimming with defiant attitude, serving as definitive proof that he is utterly unafraid to say exactly what’s on his mind. MINH himself encapsulates the song’s ethos with the quote, “Because at the end of the day, songwriting is just gossip with a melody,” leaning into a cultural paradox familiar in Vietnamese culture and many others: that gossip is a guilty pleasure everyone indulges in, especially when they’re not the target, an activity he acknowledges is toxic and hurtful yet undeniably entertaining, allowing “Gossip” to dance with a wink and a smirk on that fine line between pain and play, truth and theatrics.
Told with the tense, thrilling, and dangerously intimate rhythm of an actual one-on-one confession, each verse of the track peels back another layer of drama until all that’s left is raw emotion and just a touch of satisfying revenge. MINH shares the liberating mindset behind its creation: “This song was me not caring anymore, taking back my power. Yeah, I like gossip. So what? People love to shame others for being messy, emotional, or loud. But everyone gossips. If you say you don’t, you’re lying.”
This release marks a bold new chapter and a significant artistic shift for MINH, unveiling a confident, personality-driven side fans haven’t seen before; written in late 2023, it was the first time he allowed himself to write with complete, unpolished honesty, a process that changed everything and for him, transformed the song into more than just music—it’s a state of mind, a vibe, a fundamental shift in his artistry.
Before its official release, MINH expertly teased “Gossip” during a pivotal year of international expansion, winning over crowds and making it a instant fan favorite at major festivals including the Tomato Music Festival and HOZO Music Festival in Ho Chi Minh City, Bangkok Music City in Thailand, and Carnival Fever in Taichung, Taiwan. This strategic rollout builds on a formidable foundation for an artist who is truly a unicorn in the Vietnamese music industry; born and raised in Vietnam yet singing exclusively in English, MINH has carved a utterly unique path both locally and internationally.
An exceptional singer-songwriter whose talent shines through his smart, thought-provoking lyrics and irresistibly catchy melodies, he has built a powerful regional presence with over 11 million career streams and a strong footprint across Asia, with Indonesia, Thailand, Taiwan, the Philippines, Singapore, and Malaysia all ranking among his Top 10 streaming markets worldwide. With a reputation as a stage powerhouse known for his amazing, energy-filled live performances, and with new collaborations with artists from Japan and Malaysia on the horizon, MINH is decisively establishing his lasting footprint across the Asian music scene.
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