As the Lunar New Year approaches, Saigon-based ska collective Jaigon Orchestra returns right on cue with “Rock Thần Tài,” a high-spirited, guitar-driven anthem built for loudspeakers, crowded living rooms, and long journeys home. Overflowing with communal energy, humor, and cultural pride, the track lands as both a celebration and a reminder: Tết is about togetherness, no matter where you come from.
A Tết Anthem Rooted in Community
“Rock Thần Tài” leans fully into Jaigon Orchestra’s signature ska backbone, bouncy rhythms, punchy horns, and a chorus that begs to be shouted in unison. The hook, “Về nhà ăn Tết / Ngọ muốn về nhà ăn Tết,” is simple and direct, echoing a universal longing shared every festive season: the pull of home. Layered choir-style vocals turn the chorus into a communal chant, blurring the line between band and audience, stage and street.
Lyrically, the song extends blessings in all directions, grandparents, parents, siblings, lovers, while weaving in cultural touchstones like Thần Tài (the God of Wealth), red envelopes, family meals, and New Year wishes. It’s celebratory without being shallow, playful without losing sincerity.
A Visual Celebration of Saigon’s Shared Cultures
The music video amplifies that spirit. Shot with a vibrant cast of creators, performers, and community figures, it feels less like a polished commercial product and more like a neighborhood gathering caught on camera. Scenes of collective singing, dancing, and festive rituals reinforce the song’s message of unity, most notably in its emphasis on Vietnam’s multicultural fabric, reflected directly in the lyrics and the diverse faces on screen.
For those following Jaigon Orchestra’s journey, “Rock Thần Tài” arrives with momentum. The band’s previous single exploded across social platforms, finding life well beyond the underground and cementing their role as cultural connectors rather than just genre specialists.
Who is Jaigon Orchestra?
Formed in Ho Chi Minh City, Jaigon Orchestra is known for blending ska, punk energy, and Vietnamese cultural elements into music that thrives on participation. Their songs are built to be sung together, danced to together, and shared across generations, qualities that have steadily grown their audience both online and in real-life celebrations.
