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Mer creates her own essence with a gentle and peaceful music, blending melodious Pop and rustic sounds of nature. Although there are many viral songs on TikTok, people still don't know that she is a singer and songwriter.
Maybe you have never heard of the name Mer, but you may have hummed lyrics such as "a whirlwind of time, I am dust, dew is wind", etc., "this love is love, this love brings my love into the wind and clouds."
Behind those rustic, emotional melodies is a small girl, who both composes and performs her songs in a very unique way: gentle, sincere and healing. Mer is not noisy, does not appear much in public, but her music makes many people stop to listen to it every time they accidentally pass by.
About Mer
Mer's real name is Tran Thi Thuy An, is a promising young artist in the Vietnamese Indie music industry. She was born and raised in Ho Chi Minh City. Mer has affirmed her position through a series of outstanding songs, becoming hits loved by Gen Z and going viral on the TikTok platform. Works such as Very Poetic Dreams, Du Mien, Lo Mo, Tam... were warmly received on TikTok.
These songs not only bring Mer's name closer to the audience, but also shape her gentle, peaceful, positive energy and meaningful message about life, love and nature that she pursues.
Mer affirms its own qualities in the Vietnamese Indie music industry
From poetic guitar covers to self-composing and releasing professional music projects, Mer is gradually asserting herself as an influential singer/songwriter in the Vietnamese Indie music industry.
Mer creates her own character with a gentle and peaceful music, blending melodious Pop and rustic sounds of nature such as the sound of wind and birds. This combination gives listeners the feeling of being lost in a dreamy forest, full of healing energy.
From a very young age, Thuy An has shown sensitivity to the world around her, especially with music, painting and literature. She often spends hours quietly painting, writing a diary or listening to old music with her parents. Her love for art has rekindled in her from such idyllic moments, becoming an invisible but solid thread that guides her through many stages of her life.
Entering adulthood, Thuy An did not choose a safe path according to the traditional professions that many people expect. Instead, she decided to venture into the creative field â where individuality, independence and freedom are maximized. It was also at that time that the name "Mer" began to appear as a symbol of her artistic self â an ego that is not bound by social norms, norms or prejudices. "Mer", in French means "sea", as a metaphor for the deep, vast and ever-moving soul of a girl named Thuy An.
Mer is not just a nickname, but a new identity, where she can be herself, live true to her emotions and passion.
Mer's inspiration comes from very simple things: love, nature and beautiful moments in everyday life. Mer once shared that she hopes that her music is not only for fun, but also to be able to transmit positive energy, helping others feel lighter when tired.
An interesting point in Mer's compositions is the skillful blend of modern Pop music and a bit of traditional Vietnamese sound. It is this combination that has created its own color, both novel and familiar. Mer also does not hesitate to renew herself, always looking for her own direction to bring the audience new but still emotional musical experiences.
From the initial rustic covers, Mer gradually shifted to the path of professional composition. The clear development of her style through each stage - from romance to contemplation, shows that she has had a journey of maturity with art.
Very Poetic Dream is one of the first songs to bring Mer's name closer to the audience. The song is an emotional love song that quickly went viral and went viral on TikTok.
Following that success, Du Mien (2021) was born as a positive and joyful message in the days of social distancing. In 2022, Mer continued to release Lo Mo, a composition about a sincere and gentle feeling.
In 2023, Mer collaborated with producer Kriss Ngo to release a new EP titled Sinh on June 16. The name "birth" not only means beginning, but also contains a profound message of rebirth and hope. The songs in the EP remind us that all difficulties will pass and all good things will come. This EP seems to directly reflect the "different stages of life" that Mer herself has experienced.
In particular, the song Tam in the EP Sinh has made a big splash on TikTok. This is a song with Buddhist colors, loved by many people because it brings a feeling of lightness and healing, helping them find peace of mind.
When looking at the meaning and theme of each song in chronological order, it can be seen that there is a clear development in Mer's songwriting style. She has moved from the romantic and positive perspectives in Very Poetic Dreams and Travels to deeper themes, more introspective and even spiritual with Tam and EP Sinh. This change reflects the emotional maturity of her music.
The special thing is that although Mer's hits are very popular on TikTok, many viewers know the song but don't know that she is the one who sings and composes. This proves that if you put enough effort and enthusiasm into your products, it will still reach the mass audience even though the artist himself is not famous.
Mer is now seen as a serious artist with an independent musical mindset, daring to experiment and constantly renewing himself. Hits are not a destination, but a stepping stone in an artist's long-term journey in the midst of a busy and competitive music market. Surely this young girl will develop even more in the future with her musical thinking.
Mer loves the philosophy of freedom
One of the things that impresses others when interacting with Mer is the stillness and depth in the way she sees the world. She has a habit of contemplating everything â from an afternoon rain, a fleeting conversation, to very small vibrations in her soul. These seemingly trivial things become an endless source of inspiration for her works and reflections. Mer doesn't say much, but every time he speaks, every word seems to have weight, making the listener stop and think.
However, Mer's journey has not always been smooth. As someone who chooses an independent artistic path, she faces many challenges â from financial pressure, family expectations, to doubts from those around her. But instead of falling, Mer chose to move on with strong internal strength and belief in herself. She once shared: "No one can understand you as much as yourself, and no one can live your life but you." That sentence is like a guideline in her journey â a journey that is not perfect but complete, because it is honest and free.
Mer is also a person who carries the spirit of modern feminism â not noisy, not extreme, but expressed in her own autonomy in her way of life and choice. She advocates for women's right to be weak, right to be wrong, right to try and fail. According to her, strength does not lie in having to hide your emotions or fight against everything, but in the ability to accept yourself, be tolerant of yourself, and keep moving forward even if you stumble.
In real life, Mer is a person who lives discreetly, respects her own space and is not easy to share her private life. She believes that part of creativity comes from the loneliness needed â where people can truly listen to themselves, filter their thoughts and transform them into art. This does not mean that she is distant or closed, but simply that she chooses to live deeply â to live slowly to feel more. In an increasingly noisy and hurried world, Mer is like a gentle silence, making people feel comfortable and healed.
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