Singer Huong Tram's reaction amidst the storm of outrage

Hanoi [Vietnam], April 17: At the 2026 Dedication Awards ceremony, Huong Tram unexpectedly surpassed many colleagues to win the Album of the Year category with her project "Lifebuoy". This achievement by the 9X singer quickly became a topic of discussion on social media.
According to reports, Huong Tram's social media post sharing her joy received over 19,000 angry reactions . Many congratulated the winner of the first season of The Voice Vietnam on another major award in her career. However, many viewers were also surprised by the result, questioning the judging criteria and arguing that another project was more deserving.
Amidst the controversy, Huong Tram made a noteworthy move. She posted a series of radiant photos from the awards ceremony. Along with the photos, the singer shared her feelings about the milestone she had just achieved in her career. She wrote: "The third Dedication Award in the journey of a 30-year-old woman. And it's truly fortunate that I received this moment from Ms. My Linh and Mr. Anh Quan."
Looking back on her transformation, Huong Tram recounts that at 18, she sang instinctively, while at 23, she sang with passion. At 30, the singer "sang with everything that had been broken and then healed itself."
"Not everyone has the chance to live life to the fullest and have their name recognized at every stage. I am grateful to the audience, my family, my fan club, and the Dedication Award committee for seeing 'Lifeline' not just as music, but as a part of my life journey. Thank you to the brothers and sisters who stayed up all night with me on 12 recordings, who went through a full range of emotions-joy, sadness, and even moments of uncertainty," the singer born in 1995 expressed.
Speaking further about her award-winning album, Huong Tram confided: "If you've ever felt lost and uncertain, you'll understand the value of a lifebuoy. If you've ever sunk, you'll know what it feels like to be rescued. And if I'm still standing here today, it's because I've never let go of myself."
In a conversation with us, Huong Tram's team stated that the post contained the singer 's thoughts on the award she received on April 15th.
Huong Tram talks about 'Lifeline'
Reportedly, "Lifebuoy" is a special project in Huong Tram's career, released after she studied and lived in the US. For the 9X singer, this is not only an artistic product but also a gift she wants to give to her fans who have supported and patiently waited for her. The female singer said that she saw in the song not only a love story, but also an image of herself during her years living far from home.
In a recent conversation with us, Huong Tram also shared about the "Lifebuoy" project : "There comes a point when you feel tired of expectations, achievements, and numbers. Sometimes life spins around you, putting you in a difficult situation. At those times, people need a lifebuoy to help them avoid sinking in the turbulent currents of life. That's when the music of ' Lifebuoy' came to me. I started this project before returning to Vietnam. I wrote the first songs while I was still in the US, to convey emotions to those who are going through similar experiences. I want to make music that is honest with my feelings and with who I am."
Source: Than Nein Newspaper