Toi: English teacher turns rapper, strange color of Vietnamese rap

I was once a contestant that caused the 4 Coaches of Rap Viet season 3 to compete fiercely because of their unique and unique musical colors. He has a special love for Vietnamese literature.

Toi (Dao Duong Cong Toai) was born in 1997. He is a name that has made his mark on Rap Viet season 3 because of his unique musical color and different stage style. He is remembered by the audience as an English teacher who competes in rap competitions, but those who have enjoyed his rap songs realize that his lyrics are always appreciated for his ability to use words. Vietnamese is extremely impressive.

Toi was a former English major student at Ben Tre Specialized School (class 2012 - 2015), then he continued to study English Language at Ho Chi Minh City University of Social Sciences and Humanities and graduated with a Bachelor's degree in the major. Translation and interpretation.

With the transition from an English teacher to pursuing a career in music, Toi said: "Personally, I don't think there is a certain connection between majoring in English and music. Because I came to music very randomly. However, I didn't have any training and I also didn't study music theory. Before studying English because I was an English major, I was oriented to learn whatever I was good at."

Toi appeared in Rap Viet season 3 and made a strong impression when bringing to the Rap Viet stage the light rap version with the music How to spend a lot of peace . I conquered all 4 coaches and received 81% of the votes from the audience. . The performance scored points for its excitement, humor and optimistic perspective on social issues.

Coach Thai VG commented that Toi's competition made everyone full of energy. "I can't say for sure whether it's compatible or not, but you will be better when you join my team," this coach shared. Coach B Ray likes the contestant's storytelling ability and needs someone like that on the team.

I admit the weakness is not knowing how to exploit the strengths to create the best products. He wants the coach to help him and unleash all his abilities. After debate and consultation, the 3 judges brought contestant Toi back to the Thai VG team.

Toi shared when he had the opportunity to accompany Thai VG: "I'm not knowledgeable about the history of rap in Vietnam, so I don't know much about Mr. Thai. When I shook his hand when he joined the team, I felt that he was a the honest people.

The more I worked with Mr. Thai VG, the more convinced I was of the judges' decision. At this point, I completely believe that Mr. Thai is a very suitable person. Not only in terms of leading, giving suggestions, and guidance, but also in terms of personality."

Toi said Rap Viet is an important turning point and may be the greatest achievement Toi has achieved to date. Compared to before joining Rap Viet, I think I have learned a lot about expertise from the coaches and judges, and been more exposed to the working process of a TV show. Besides, he also received greater "coverage", helping his music get closer to the audience.

I stopped at the Breakthrough round of Rap Viet season 3, but left a lot of love from the judges, coaches and the audience watching the show.

Before coming to Rap Viet, Toi made waves in another show in 2022, Best Song Big Song Big Deal version.

Right from the casting round, Toi impressed Chau Dang Khoa. Specifically, thanks to the mischievous lyrics and the fact that Cong Toai played the guitar to perform the song, it "captured the hearts" of the two judges. Chau Dang Khoa gave a lot of praise to the song Tailor . At first, the male musician felt the lyrics were too long, but when Cong Toai performed the song, everything became more positive: "I had to follow along." "Your song, after finishing it, I suddenly realized that I hadn't heard it yet. I want to listen to it again because this song is very catchy and cute."

Through the rounds, musician Chau Dang Khoa frankly gave insightful comments and did not forget to give compliments to Cong Toai. Cong Toai made judge Chau Dang Khoa say: " I have goosebumps, you are so amazing."

At that time, among the 25 excellent contestants who passed the 3 selection rounds of the program, some viewers commented that Toi seemed to have a "separate path" compared to the remaining contestants. He especially loves composing "difficult" songs, with lyrics full of hidden meanings.

Toi once shared: "My destination is not just rap, at this point I am writing more rap. For me, rap is just an effective form and tool, and my destination is value." of a song. Singing or rapping is fine depending on how I compose and bring the melody into it. From the beginning when I started writing music, my point of view was to make music to restore people, so at first I just I write about the dark parts of people and the music is mostly black."