Musika Central

David Archuleta sings Nandito Ako

2012-01-27T03:04:00.000-08:00

DAVID ARCHULETA is now joining the Philippine showbiz industry with his upcoming TV series on TV5, Nandito Ako, with Jasmine Curtis.

David Archuleta is well loved by Filipinos ever since he appeared on TV as a contestant on American Idol.

David also sings the theme song, Nandito Ako, for the mini-series on TV5. Hearing the song, you would think it was sung by a Filipino. There isn't any twang when he sings it. Commenters on YouTube say that it is because of David's Hispanic blood that allows his to sing the OPM song like a Filipino.

Nandito Ako is one of my favorite OPM songs. It was popularized by Ogie Alcasid. Lea Salonga also has a version of this beautiful song. A foreigner, David Archuleta, gives justice to this song when he sings it.

I am excited to watch the mini-series, Nandito Ako, on TV5.

Here is David Archuleta talking about his first day on the set:

Nandito Ako

David Archuleta version

Nandito Ako Lyrics

(Aaron paul del rosario)

Mayroon akong nais malaman
Maaari bang magtanong
Alam mo bang matagal na kitang iniibig
Matagal na 'kong naghihintay

Ngunit mayroon kang ibang minamahal
Kung kaya't ako'y di mo pinapansin
Ngunit ganun pa man nais kong malaman mo
Ang puso kong ito'y para lang sa iyo

Refrain:
Nandito ako umiibig sa iyo
Kahit na nagdurugo ang puso
Kung sakaling iwanan ka niya
Huwag kang mag-alala
May nagmamahal sa iyo
Nandito ako

Kung ako ay iyong iibigin
Di kailangan ang mangamba
Pagka't ako ay para mong alipin
Sa iyo lang wala nang iba

Ngunit mayroon kang ibang minamahal
Kung kaya't ako'y di mo pinapansin
Ngunit ganun pa man nais kong malaman mo
Ang puso kong ito'y para lang sa iyo

Nandito ako umiibig sa iyo
Kahit na nagdurugo ang puso
Kung sakaling iwanan ka niya
Huwag kang mag-alala
May nagmamahal sa iyo
Nandito ako

Nandito ako umiibig sa iyo
Kahit na nagdurugo ang puso
Kung sakaling iwanan ka niya
Huwag kang mag-alala
May nagmamahal sa iyo
Nandito ako

Nandito ako...

Jeremy's YouTube Videos on Being Pinoy

2011-12-20T17:01:00.000-08:00

I CREATED this blog to recognize world class Pinoys and world class acts that involve talented Filipinos. This time, allow me to talk about a foreigner from Albuquerque, New Mexico, who is growing a Pinoy in him day after day, and who will soon amaze the world with his road trip around the Philippines on a motorcycle. Ladies and gentlemen, make way for Jeremy's Motour.

The online show, Jeremy's Motour, will start airing on January 2012, but as early as now, Jeremy has been creating a buzz online (and on National TV) with his videos.

Jeremy works for a non-government organization, Hope Flows, and he helps build water systems for poor schools in Sarangani. On the side, he makes friends with the locals, travels to different places of interest here, and nurtures the Pinoy inside him. We even call him a Pinoy albino.

Jeremy's Guide to Being More Pinoy

In this video, Jeremy tells his viewers about the expressions he has learned for the first six months of his stay in the Philippines:

In this one, Jeremy shares his CRAZY search to find a Balut.

Just recently, he went to Cotabato City with us, SoCCSKSarGen Bloggers, and in the video that follows, he tells his viewers how it feels being in Cotabato City. With this video I hope Cotabato City's bad reputation will start fading off the scene.

Jeremy, congratulations for everything that you have achieved so far and best of luck to your show, Jeremy's Motour.

Follow Jeremy!

Twitter: @jeremysmith9
Facebook: http://facebook.com/jeremysmotour

Five Reasons Why I Watch The Kitchen Musical

2011-11-08T18:14:00.000-08:00

TTHE FIRST Pan-Asian musical TV series, The Kitchen Musical, has already been showing in over 19 countries in Asia. I wasn't able to catch the first episode but I have seen episodes 2 to 5 (I started looking for uploaded videos of the first episode but there is none yet, at least I haven't stumbled upon one) and I decided to stick to my new Saturday evening habit -- watching The Kitchen Musical on Studio 23.
Here is what to watch out for on Saturday:

Let me list down five reasons why I love watching The Kitchen Musical:

I love Music. Well, of course, I wouldn't be keeping this blog if not for my love of music. Each episode of The Kitchen Musical is spiced with the show's own arrangement of popular songs. With no less than Gerard Salonga in command of the music, The Kitchen Musical can not go wrong. I already have favorite performances and among them are their versions of Faith, Freedom, Can't Hurry Love, Losing My Religion, and Every Breath You Take.
I love Food. I know everybody loves food. Who doesn't? Raise your hand. Each episode of The Kitchen Musical features food and wine that will excite your palate. If you're asking, the cast actually trained culinary arts before shooting. According to reports, the lead cast went on a boot camp to learn how to be a chef in thoughts, ways, and feelings, to better portray their roles.
It's top-billed by talented Pinoys and other Asians. Karylle Tatlonghari plays the lead role, Maddie Avilon, a fresh graduate, who serves as sous chef in his father's restaurant, The Avilon. Christian Baustista plays another sous chef, Daniel Ray, Maddie's childhood friend who has the thing for her. Malaysian Stephen Hughes plays head chef Alex Marcus, who enters into a love triangle. They are backed by other talented artists and they sing and dance in beautifully choreographed performances.
It's an ambitious idea. It's the first of its kind. Others say The Kitchen Musical is like Glee meets Hell Kitchen. It is definitely a new dish on television. Its 13 one-hour episodes were shot entirely in Singapore for four month and is shown in 19 Asian countries through AXN, nTV7 in Malaysia, Metro TV in Indonesia, and Studio 23 in the Philippines.
It's something we can call ours. Although the cooking and the music are mostly Western, the production is definitely Asian. The choice of music agrees with the choice of the majority of the people; those that we are familiar with. There was an episode on Bollywood madness and episode 6 that is to be shown on Saturday features karaoke and a more Asian ambiance. News has it that Ben Silverman plans to bring the musical to the US. That is something I am looking forward to.

Honestly, I find some scenes awkward. I feel like that actors were really acting. I don't know how to explain it, but I feel nervousness at many points in the episodes I've seen. Other actors also don't deliver their lines very well. Sometimes, I don't understand what they are saying. The writers should work harder on the dialogues and the actors should also improve their delivery if they are going to have another season when this season ends. Another thing, when they are not singing, the kitchen feels like a dead space -- it's a little too quiet. I imagine a kitchen being in a frantic mood as the chefs and cooks accommodate the requests of their diners. And oh, I wonder who they are cooking for.

I am excited to know how the story will unfold. I crave for more conflicts between the characters. The stories of the other characters should also be brought in the spotlight. If it will just go on the way it does now, I'm sure it will lose its current audience. The publicists should also be more aggressive in creating buzz about The Kitchen Musical, it's website alone is bare.

Here's what to watch out for on The Kitchen Musical on Saturday:

Way to go, The Kitchen Musical cast and crew!

Venus Raj in Julien Drolon's Ipagpatawad Mo Music Video

2011-11-08T07:45:00.000-08:00

YET ANOTHER foreign musician, Julien Drolon, fell in love with the Philippines and launched recently the official music video of an OPM song, Ipagpatawad Mo, starring no less than Miss Universe 2010 4th Runner-Up, Venus Raj.

Just like American singer-songwriter David DiMuzio, who has become a YouTube sensation when he posted videos of him singing OPM and translated popular Pinoy hits into English, French-born musician Julien Drolon also has great love for the Philippines and Filipino music.

I came across this music video where Julien Drolon croons to the OPM classic, Ipagpatawad Mo, featuring beauty queen Venus Raj as the subject of his romantic obsession. It was shot in Paris and Manila.

Ipagpatawad Mo by Julien Drolon with Venus Raj

Ipagpatawad Mo is a VST & Company original, which Julien gave a modern acoustic feel and inserted a few French phrases in the lyrics.

Other than Ipagpatawad Mo, Julien's love for the Philippines can also be felt in his song, Phil So Good, which mentions what he likes about the country.

Phil So Good by Julien Drolon

PHIL SO GOOD Lyrics

Paradise islands, white sand beach
Tropical jungles where tribes still live
Land of Rizal and the guitar strings
Gotta find some time to live it here

I am in the Philippines x 3
And I feel so good, so good

People speak tagalog, sometimes taglish
They love to have fun, they know how to live
With a warm welcome, they will make you feel
Like it is your turn to smile and sing

I am in the Philippines x 3
And I feel so good, so good

comma down selectah...
seat back relax uminum ng beer
itaas ang bote isigaw ang cheers
lay back, while listenin smooth jazz and
feel the cold breeze and keep the wheels blazin
cause all we need is a time to relax
ihanda na ang serbeza lets drink some wapak
sige sige dont stop, non stop ang saya
pag-katapos ng lahat libutin luzviminda
tawagan mo na si jo and i will text julien
hatakin na si joven all over again
cause the best thing in life is life and that's true
huwag hayaan ang saya lagpasan ka nito
take a zip just a trip and take a deep breath
libutin tiaong gubat all by your self
fiyah grill, cold beer, lay back and chill
watch the daet sunsets thats the thrill
sounds cool huh

I am in the Philippines x 3
And I feel so good, so good
Boracay in summer, I went there twice
Wanna feel colder, go to the rice terraces
Palawan is where I took my love
She wanted a romance under the sun
Surf is the best in Siargao
You can also dance up to Malasimbo
And when I need a break from Manila
I got a secret place that I won't say to ya

I am in the Philippines x 3
And I feel so good, so good

Song Credit:

Julien Drolon: songwriting english part/vocal/production
Leal Nanca: songwriting tagalog part/ rap/ keyboards
Jojo Duenas: Arrangement/ bass
Enzo Queyquep: Guitars
Paolo Santiago: Drums
Girlie Capulso: back up vocals

Thank you, Julien Drolon, for showing respect for the Philippines and Filipino music.

Charice Update: 'Louder' No. 1 on Myx International Countdown

2011-11-05T10:01:00.000-07:00

AMIDST THE sad news of the death of Charice's father, the newly released official music video of her song Louder takes the number one spot on the Philippines number one music channel, Myx.

In the music video, Charice exudes an image of boldness, if not fierceness. Of course, we know that she can dance and she shows us more of that talent in the music video.

Here is the music video of Louder by Charice. It was directed by Tim Cruz.

Louder Music Video

Louder Lyrics

Louder (x4)

I'm staring out of my window
And the rain is pouring down
When you left, I was so low
But I'm not gonna drown

I don't need no shoulder
I'm gonna be a soldier
I just wanna feel somethin' I don't understand

I'm just gonna run right through the rain
I'm just gonna dance right through the pain
I just wanna feel that rhythm, feel that drum
Let my heart beat louder
Let my heart speak louder than my head [head, head, head]
Heart beat louder than my head [head, head, head]
Heart speak louder
Wanna feel that rhythm, feel that drum
Let my heart beat louder
Let my heart speak louder than my head

I, I am over overthinking of how to get you back
I'm checking out for the weekend
And I ain't going back

I don't need no shoulder
I'm gonna be a soldier
I just wanna feel somethin' I don't understand

I'm just gonna run right through the rain
I'm just gonna dance right through the pain
I just wanna feel that rhythm, feel that drum
Let my heart beat louder
Let my heart speak louder than my head [head, head, head]
Heart beat louder than my head [head, head, head]
Heart speak louder
Wanna feel that rhythm, feel that drum
Let my heart beat louder
Let my heart speak louder than my head

Oh, letting go
Yet it feel so good, so right
Oh, all I know
Is that I let my heart beat
Heart speak louder than my louder than my
Heart beat heart speak louder than my louder than my
Heart beat heart speak louder than my louder than my louder, louder, louder, louder

I'm just gonna run right through the rain
I'm just gonna dance right through the pain
I just wanna feel that rhythm, feel that drum
Let my heart beat louder
Let my heart speak louder than my head [head, head, head]
Heart beat louder than my head [head, head, head]
Heart speak louder
Wanna feel that rhythm, feel that drum
Let my heart beat louder
Let my heart speak louder than my head

PGT Rico the Magician bring fun in GenSan

2011-08-23T07:43:00.000-07:00

PINOY GOT Talent's Rico the Magician sent the 5,000-strong crowd at Lagao Gymnasium of General Santos City laughing and gaping in awe with his comic and mesmerizing magic tricks.

Sixty-year old Mang Rico proved that he still has not lost his magic as the people dropped their jaws as he performed never-before-seen card tricks and illusions.

The crowd went wild when he asked for volunteers to participate in a card trick and PacMom, Mommy Dionisia Pacquiao went up the stage.

The most remarkable about Rico the Magician are his tricks involving the sudden appearance of considerably large and frisky animals like a goose, and in the video below, a dog, from thin air.

Here is a video of Rico, the Magician's finale:

In the video above, where he performed the classic Death by Spear, some loopholes can be seen. But that all right. What is important is the joy Rico the Magician of PGT has brought to families down here in GenSan.

Lea Salonga is a Disney Legend

2011-08-22T07:19:00.000-07:00

Lea Salonga, who gave a heavenly voice to many Disney characters, has officially been named a Disney Legend in a ceremony in Anaheim California.

Filipinos have long been taking pride with every success Lea Salonga achieves and so much more with the Disney Legend recognition that puts Lea in the ranks of Tom Hanks, Elton John, and Barbara Walters.

The Disney Legend is program established in 1987 to give honor to individuals who have greatly contributed to the legacy of Disney.

Lea Salonga Disney Legend Acceptance Speech

In the video below, Lea Salonga sings the theme songs for the remarkable and timeless Disney pictures, Pocahontas (Colors of the Wind), Hercules (Go the Distance), Tarzan (You'll Be in My Heart), and Mulan (Reflection).

Lea Salonga Disney Theme Songs

Congratulations, Lea Salonga! You really are a Disney Legend! We are really proud of you, Lea Salonga, our very own Disney Legend!

With input from ABS-CBN News, Lea Salonga becomed Disney Legend.

Arjohn Gilbert, the Kid Singing in Puregold Clark, A YouTube Hit

2011-08-08T08:52:00.000-07:00

APPEARING IN a YouTube video that, as of this writing, has reached almost a million views in less than a week, Arjohn Gilbert, the Kid singing in Puregold Clark Pampanga is a certified Pinoy YouTube sensation.

In the video, Arjohn sings Justin Beiber's Baby, Bruno Mars' Just the Way You Are, Iyaz's Replay and Mariah Carey's When Angels Cry and did some beatboxing of Michael Jackson's Billie Jean.

Here is the video I am talking about:

Arjohn Gilbert, the Kid Singing in Puregold Clark YouTube Videot

Arjohn sells flute in Clark Pampanga for a living. (I wonder if he is still studying.) As an added attraction, he sings for his customers, who, most of the time, enthralled by his sheer talent, are compelled to buy his flute and to even give him extra money, I suppose. It is very easy to give to someone who is doing his best to earn money that to those who simply asks. With a talent like Arjohn's, you would you would wish that he'd stop singing in the streets and start recording an album. Those who uploaded the video are, for sure, so convinced that Arjohn deserves our attention. He really does.

People are comparing her to Justin Beiber, calling him Justin Beiber of the Philippines, and they are thinking that he would be successful like Charice. Well, let's hope for that. Charice has already invited Arjohn on Twitter to perform with her when she comes back to the Philippines.

In a little research I made, I found out that there were videos on YouTube featuring a younger Arjohn singing for some customers in a McDonald's branch and that he was actually featured on GMA-7's 24 Oras two years ago.

Arjohn's story is an inspiring one. I am sure that he dreams of becoming famous one day, but he has to think first first of earning money for his family for now by selling flutes and singing in the streets. I really hope that he will one day be successful and inspire his fellow Aetas and even all the other kids who would learn about him. I'd love to bear witness to a success story of someone who was once just a kid singing in Puregold Clark.

One Day Music Video now out and the Latest on Charice

2011-08-03T09:06:00.000-07:00

IT'S BEEN a long time since I wrote about Charice. Well, here's a bunch of updates about her. Charice had been quite busy in the past few months. Here's the official video of Charice's One Day, which Nick Jonas penned.

This song is used by Acuvue, an up and coming contact lens brand, for its campaigns in the US. Visit this link for the One Day by Charice lyrics and video.

Charice at the Formula 1 Grand Prix in Singapore

Charice is also set to appear in the Formula 1 Grand Prix in Singapore in September 23 and 24, 2011.

Here is a poster for Charice's appearance at the F1 Grand Prix:

Charice in Napa Valley

Charice has just recently performed for the David Foster and Friends Concert in time for Napa Valley, San Francisco, Festival de Sole 2011.

the David Foster and Friends will again have an Asian Tour in the coming months, and of course, Charice will be part of it.

Charice in Here Comes the Boom

Charice will also appears in a Hollywood action-comedy movie entitled, Here Comes the Boom, with Salma Hayek, Kevin James, and Henry Winkler , which fans are eagerly waiting for.

It is currently on post-production status according to the IMDb page of Here Comes the Boom.

Salma Hayek and Charice on the set of Here Comes the Boom.

I really hope that Charice's career will continue to prosper. A lot of people are expecting Charice in Glee Season 3. High hopes for Charice.

Maria Aragon in Manila

2011-07-21T20:02:00.000-07:00

PINOY YOUTUBE sensation Maria Aragon comes home to Manila, the Philippines, to record an album with Star Records and to appear in some shows in local TV network, ABS-CBN.

Maria Aragon arrived last July 20 at 10PM and rushed to ABS-CBN for her first local TV appearance on Music Uplate Live where she performed Price Tag, Dynamite, and Lady Gaga's Born This Way, which made her a big hit on YouTube and landed her a duet with Laga Gaga, herself, in the latter's concert in Canada.

Here is a video of Maria Aragon performing on Music Uplate Live:

Maria Aragon in Manila

According to ABS-CBN news, she will do a lot of shows in the country starting this July until August, including performances on the networks concert and party show, ASAP Rocks.

Maria Aragon will leave Manila and will be back in Canada in September in time for school.

Maria Aragon wows Royal Couple

2011-07-04T06:10:00.000-07:00

AFTER HAVING been praised by millions, including Lady Gaga, who invited her to her concert, young Pinay YouTube sensation Maria Aragon goes royal when she sang the Candian national anthem in front of the Royal Couple, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.

Maria Aragon performed the Canadian national anthem, O Canada in both the English and French version during the celebration of Canada Day 2011 in Ottawa, Canada, July 1, which was attended by the Royal dignitaries from London led by the newly wed Prince William and Princess Kate.

Maria Aragon sings Canadian National Anthem Video

It is such an honor to be chosen to sing the national anthem. In her interviews, Maria Aragon is clearly proud and happy that the government selected her and she is delighted to know that her performance pleased the Royal Couple.

Here's a background video about Maria Aragon's singing the Canadian national anthem:

Filipinos all over the world are again very proud of this talented Pinay YouTube sensation Maria Aragon.

The Adventures of Pureza, The Queen of the Riles -- Melai's First Movie

2011-07-01T09:19:00.000-07:00

MELAI CANTIVEROS, the funny girl from GenSan and Pinoy Big Brother Grand Winner is now officially a movie star as she takes the lead role in the Star Cinema and Sine Screen comedy film, The Adventure of Pureza, The Queen of the Riles.

The Adventures of Pureza is directed by Soxie Topacio of the acclaimed comedy film, Ded Na Si Lolo.

Together with Melai Cantiveros in this movie is his real life boyfriend Jason Francisco.

Also part of the cast are Martin Del Rosario, Bianca Manalo, Bekimon, Nico Antonio, Joem Bascon, Ms. Gina Pareno and other surprise guests!

Here's the trailer of the movie:

K-la sings 'The Adventures of Pureza' Theme Song

K-la, one of the finalists in Sharon Cuneta's Star Power sings the theme song for The Adventures of Pureza, the Queeen of the Riles.

The official sound track is entitled, I'm Feeling Sexy Tonight, originally sung by Chona Cruz and composed by Ed Formoso.

Here's the lyrics and video of the song:

Intro: Dm-C-A7-Dm-; (4x)

I
Dm
Well, I'm gonna get dress for the evening
C
Yes, I'm gonna look like a fox tonight
A7
Put on my high-heel boots
Dm
And then show the world that I feel alright
Dm
Yes, I'm gonna give them heads a-turnin'
C
Just to let them know everything's ok
A7
Yes, I'm gonna walk the dancing floors
Dm
Raise my arms and then shout hey!

Chorus
Gm
I'm feeling sexy tonight
C F Dm
I'm feeling good, I'm feelin' very quite alright
Gm
I feel like dancin' and romancin'
C F
And wining and dining all through the night
D7 Gm
Ooh, I'm feeling sexy tonight
C F Dm
I'm feeling good, I'm feelin' very quite alright
Gm C Dm,Dm,C,Dm
I'm gonna do my thing, I'm gonna be myself tonight

II
Dm
Hey, I'm gonna make myself a spender
C
Yes, I'm gonnna look so out of sight
A7 Dm
I'm gonna be what I wanted to be all of my life
Dm
Yes, I'm gonna rock and beat a boogie
C
Gonna blast the radio in the car
A7
I'm gonna dance, I'm gonna drink
Dm
Yes, I'm gonna be a star

(Repeat Chorus)

Adlib: Dm-C-A7-Dm-; (2x)

(Repeat Chorus)

Adlib: Dm,Dm,C,Dm
Dm-C-A7-Dm-

(Repeat I and Chorus)

(Repeat II)

(Repeat Chorus except last word)

F D7
... tonight

Gm
I'm sexy, sexy tonight
C F Dm
I'm feeling good, I'm feelin' very quite alright
Gm
I feel like dancin' and romancin'
C F
And wining and dining all through the night
D7 Gm
Ooh, I'm feeling sexy tonight...

(fade)

Congratulations, Melai on your first starring role! Good luck to The Adventures of Pureza!

The Adventures of Pureza, The Queen of the Riles opens on July 13!

Charice releases 'Before It Explodes' written by Bruno Mars

2011-04-20T22:26:00.000-07:00

EVERY CHARICE fan looked forward to Charice's collaboration with another pop legend with Filipino blood, Bruno Mars, who recently visited the Philippines.

The collaboration has happened with Charice's new single, Before It Explodes. I am a bit disappointed because I was expecting it to be duet between Charice and Bruno Mars just like the version of Alexandra Burke, which is more feisty and angsty than Charice's version.

Well, anyway, the song is really good and Charice was able to give it justice. I just can't hide my disappointment that Bruno Mars didn't sing with her. I still love it, though. :D

Here's the video and the lyrics of the song:

Before It Explodes Lyrics

It's not a question of love,
Cause our love has never changed.
But all the little things keep piling up,
And life keeps getting in the way.

Don't make this harder than it is,
We both knew it'd come to this.
Better now than in a year,
With lots of tears,
And we both hate eachother.
The fuse has already lit,
So how about a final kiss?
And just let it go

Stop the madness,
Before it explodes!
Before it's out of our control.
Let's stop the madness,
Before it explodes!
We gotta let it go,
Before it all explodes.

Some things we won't understand,
And we're both so tired of being misunderstood.
So let's just turn and walk away,
And hold on to what was good.

Don't make this harder than it is,
We both knew it'd come to this.
Better now than in a year,
With lots of tears,
And we both hate eachother.
The fuse has already lit,
So how about a final kiss?
And just let it go

Stop the madness,
Before it explodes!
Before it's out of our control.
Let's stop the madness,
Before it explodes!
We gotta let it go,
Before it all explodes.

Before it explodes!
Before it's out of our control.
Let's stop the madness,
Before it explodes!
We gotta let it go,
Before it all explodes.

Charice's Before It Explodes can be bought on iTunes.

Nick Jonas co-produces Charice's new single, One Day

2011-04-20T22:03:00.000-07:00

CHARICE HAS recently released a new single called One Day and news has it that is was co-written and co-produced by Nick Jonas.

I have read somewhere that Nick Jonas asked for Charice's autograph and Charice wrote that she is Nick's big fan. That's kinda cute.

The song speaks of standing up against adversities and believing in one's own character and capabilities. I can relate to it because I am currently fighting for something and it is really difficult to rise above the norm. Good thing, Charice came with a new single with which I can sing my heart out.

Here are the lyrics and the video of the Charice's new single:

One Day by Charice Lyrics and Video

One Day Lyrics

(One day, one day, one day)

They’re not gonna keep me down
They’re not gonna shut me out
They’re gonna do what they do, I do me
I’m moving against the crowd
I’m drowning out, way down
They’re gonna do what they do
I do something original
Be unforgettable
They’re gonna know my name

CHORUS:

(One day) I’ll make you a believer
(One day) I got this all I need is
(One day) Don’t try to tell me I can’t (tell me I can’t)
(And now) I’m a light in the future
(Watch out) Wont stop I’m a mover
(One day) You’re gonna know who I am
I will fly high and free
It’s my fate wait and see one day

I’ve been afraid before,
To reach for something more
But now I see that it’s mine, I’ll take it
Just go ahead and try,
You’re not gonna change my mind
There’s no such thing as too late
Yeaaaaaahhhh!!

http://www.elyricsworld.com/one_day_lyrics_charice.html
(CHORUS)

BRIDGE:

I’m on a mission, no longer listening
To anyone that says don’t try
Sometimes you feel it, deep in your spirit
It’s like a fire that won’t die

(One day) Wait and see
(One day) Oooh
(One day) Just wait and see

CHORUS:

(One day) I’ll make you a believer
(One day) I got this all I need is
(One day) Don’t try to tell me I can’t (ooooh)
(And now) I’m a light in the future
(Watch out) Wont stop I’m a mover
(One day) You’re gonna know who I am (know who I am)
I will fly high and free
It’s my fate wait and see, one day

One day, one day
One day, one day, one day

Congratulations Charice for this new single!

Guys, you can buy One Day by Charice on iTunes!

Shamcey Supsup crowned as Bb. Pilipinas Universe 2011

2011-04-11T00:49:00.000-07:00

GIFTED WITH beauty, wit, and talent, Shamcey Supsup won the most coveted title, Bb. Pilipinas Universe 2011 in last night's pageant at the Araneta Coliseum.

She will represent the Philippines in the Miss Universe 2011 in Sao Paolo, Brazil.

Shamcey Supsup was also judged Miss Philippine Airlines, Miss Cream Silk, and Miss Talent.

Here is a video of Shamcey Supsup's Talent in the Binibining Pilipinas 2011:

Shamcey Supsup graduated Magna Cum Laude in the University of the Philippines College of Architecture and was a Top Notcher when she took the Licensure Examination for Architects. From among the 40 lovely Filipinas in the competition, Shamcey Supsup is indeed superb and superior.

People from the south are very proud with the victory of Shamcey Supsup because Shamcey was raised in General Santos City. In addition to Manny Pacquiao, Nonito Donaire, Phillip Nadela, Laarni Lozada, Exquizyth, XB Gensan, Gerald Anderson, and Melai Cantiveros, Shamcey Supsup is a proof that the South is indeed home of the champions.

Thia Megia sings Out Here on My Own-Americal Idol 10

2011-03-09T03:54:00.000-08:00

THIA MEGIA made it to Top 13 in the American Idol Season 10.

She is now another Filipino pride and Pinoys all over the world are surely praying that she makes it further in the competition and bag the grand prize as the next American Idol.

Meanwhile, here is a video of her classy performance in the American Idol Season 10 last week.

Below is the lyrics of the song, Out Here On My Own from Fame.

Out Here on My Own

Sometimes I wonder where I've been
Who I am
Do I fit in.
Make believin' is hard alone,
Out here on my own

We're always provin' who we are
Always reachin' for the risin' star
To guide me far
And shine me home
Out here on my own

When I'm down and feelin' blue
I close my eyes so I can be with you
Oh, baby, be strong for me
Baby, belong to me
Help me through
Help me need you

Until the morning sun appears
Making light of all my fears
I dry the tears
I've never shown
Out here on my own

When I'm down and feelin' blue
I close my eyes so I can be with you
Oh, baby, be strong for me
Baby, belong to me
Help me through
Help me need you

Sometimes I wonder where I've been
Who I am
Do I fit in
I may not win
But I can't be thrown
Out here on my own
On my own

Maria Aragon sings duet with Lady Gaga inToronto

2011-03-04T04:23:00.000-08:00

YOUNG FILIPINO YouTube sensation, Maria Aragon performs with Lady Gaga in the artist's concert tour in Toronto, Canada, yesterday, March 3, 2011.

They sang, Born This Way, the same song that caught the attention of Lady Gaga and made her cry. Shortly after the Lady Gaga posted her reaction on Twitter, Maria Aragon was interviewed on Radio, where she first talked to Lady Gaga.

Here is the video of Maria Aragon and Lady Gaga in Toronto:

Lady Gaga and Maria Aragon duet in Toronto - Born This Way

Congratulations Maria Aragon for your duet with Lady Gaga and God bless you and your singing career!

Pinoy Producers win an Oscar

2011-02-28T08:55:00.000-08:00

God of Love, a short film produced by Filipino-Americans,Gigi Dement, Stefanie Walmsley, and Stephen Dypiangco won Best Live Action Short in the Academy Awards 2011.

Gigi Dement, Stefanie Walmsley, and Stephen Dypianco

Gigi hails from Baguio City and is now a filmmaker in New York; Stefanie was once a host of GMA-7's noontime show, Eat Bulaga, and has acted in a few films when she was younger; while Stephen is a son of Filipino immigrants in Los Angeles and has been building a name as an international filmmaker.

Their entry, God of Love, is an 18-minute live action short film written and directed by Luke Matheny that revolves around the lives of a lounge singer, Raymond Goodfellow, who fell in love with his band-mate, whose real love is his best friend. He kept praying for her to love him and his prayers were answered when he was given a box of passion-inducing darts, which gave him the opportunity to play cupid.

Here's the trailer of the Oscar-winner, God of Love:

Credits:

Female Network
Luke Matheny Films
Wikipedia

Congratulations to these Pinoy producers for winning an Oscar!

Charice wins Best Newcomer Award in Japan!

2011-02-25T21:14:00.000-08:00

J-WAVE Tokio Hot 100 has named Charice as the Best Newcomer Thursday, February 24.

Charice was in Japan for a series of jam-packed concerts in Nagoya, Tokyo, and Osaka from February 21-25.

Charice is really well-loved in Japan as Charice's songs dominated the charts in Japan. Charice definitely deserves the J-WAVE Tokio Hot 100 Best Newcomer Award. The awarding ceremonies will be aired in Japan tomorrow.

Charice sings Maghintay Ka Lamang

2011-02-25T21:00:00.000-08:00

IN A concert shown on GMA-7 entitled, Charice: Home for Valentines, Charice sang this beautiful song written by Vehnee Saturno and originally performed by Ted Ito. This, for me, is one of Charice's best performances.

Charice - Maghintay Ka Lamang

Maghintay Ka Lamang Lyrics

Vehnee Saturno

Kung hindi ngayon ang panahon, na para sa iyo
Huwag maiinip, dahil ganyan ang buhay sa mundo
Huwag mawawalan ng pag-asa, darating din ang ligaya
Ang isipin mo'y may bukas pa,na may roong saya

II

Kabigua'y hindi hadlang, upang tumakas ka
Huwag kang iiwas, pag-nabibigo
Dapat nga lumaban ka....

( Chorus )

Ang kaylangan mo'y, tibay ng loob
Kung mayrong pag-subok man
Ang liwanag ay di magtatagal,
At muling mamamasdan
Iko't ng mundo, ay hindi laging pighati't kasawian
Ang pangarap mo ay makakamtam,
Basta't maghintay ka lamang

Maghintay Ka Lamang Lyrics - English

Translated by: Steven Foong

C G Am G
If the moment you've been longing for has yet to come to pass
F C/E Dm G
You have to be patient because life rewards those who last
C G Am G
It's too early to give up hope, happiness draws nearer still
F C/E Dm G
Just think of morrow as the day our joy will be renewed

Am Em F Ddim
Failure's not an obstacle that you can't overcome
Em Am F G7Sus-G7
Don't give up just 'cause you're being knocked down: fight until the work is done!

C C/B Am
Let's search deep within for that inner strength as we face adversity
Dm F D/F# G7sus-G7
We will once again breakthrough darkness' plans, we'll bask in light and glory
C C/B Am
As the world turns it cannot forever unto us misfortune bring
Dm
So the day will come you'll achieve your dreams
G C
Basta't maghintay ka lamang

Pinoy Clint Jun Gamboa on American Idol Season 10

2011-02-25T19:36:00.000-08:00

NOT JUSTone, but two -- yes, two Filipinos made it in this season of the American Idol Season 10 Top 24 -- Thia Megia and Clint Jun Gamboa.

Clint Jun Gamboa, 26, is a karaoke host in Long Beach, California and is half-Filipino.

Here is his audition video:

Clint Jun Gamboa Audtition Video - Billionaire

There are plenty of negative comments about his looks but see this first before you criticize him.

Clint Jun Gamboa sings Georgia on my Mind

Best of Luck to you, Clint Jun Gamboa, in the American Idol Season 10!

Pinay Thia Megia makes it to American Idol Top 24

2011-02-25T19:01:00.000-08:00

JASMINE TRIAS made it to Top 3, Ramiele Malubay made it to Top 9 in the pevious seasons of the Americal Idol. This season, another Pinay, Thia Megia, tries her luck in the Americal Idol Season 10.

Thia Megia is only 15 years old and she is from Tracy, California. She once audition for America's Got Talent and reached Quarter Finals.

Her is Thia Megia singing What a Wonderful World on the American Idol Season 10:

Thia Megia on the American Idol

Thia Megia American Idol Season 10 Audition Video - Chasing Pavements

Thia has also performed at the David Foster and Friends Concert, where, as we all know, Charice also perfromed. Here's a video:

Thia Megia sings at the David Foster and Friends Concert

I hope Thia Megia will become the first American Idol with Filipino blood. Good luck to you, Thia Megia in the American Idol Season 10.

Maria Aragon is on Ellen Degeneres' Show

2011-02-23T03:21:00.000-08:00

After Rin on the Roxx, Charice Pempengco, Rap Salazar, and Joseph Vincent, another talented Pinoy was featured on Ellen and she is no other than 10-year-old Maria Aragon whose viral video of her cover of Lady Gaga's Born This Way has now over 11 million views and more than 155 thousand likes.

Here is the video of Maria Aragon on Ellen where she gladly tells everyone that Lady Gaga invited her on her concert in Toronto:

On her YouTube channel, she says that she plays the keyboard by ear, which makes her a really talented child.

Musika Central supports you our little Maria Aragon and we hope that you will make it big one day.

Meanwhile, here's the lyrics of Lady Gaga's Born This Way.

Born This Way
Lady Gaga

It doesn't matter if you love him, or capital H-I-M
Just put your paws up
'Cause you were born this way, baby

My mama told me when I was young
We are all born superstars
She rolled my hair and put my lipstick on
In the glass of her boudoir

"There's nothin' wrong with lovin' who you are"
She said, "'Cause He made you perfect, babe"
"So hold your head up, girl and you you'll go far,
Listen to me when I say"

I'm beautiful in my way,
'Cause God makes no mistakes
I'm on the right track, baby
I was born this way

Don't hide yourself in regret,
Just love yourself and you're set
I'm on the right track, baby
I was born this way
(Born this way)

Ooo, there ain't no other way
Baby, I was born this way
Baby, I was born this way
(Born this way)
Ooo, there ain't other way
Baby, I was born this way
I'm on the right track, baby
I was born this way

Don't be a drag, just be a queen
Don't be a drag, just be a queen
Don't be a drag, just be a queen
Don't be!

Give yourself prudence and love your friends
Subway kid, rejoice the truth
In the religion of the insecure
I must be myself, respect my youth

A different lover is not a sin
Believe capital H-I-M (hey, hey, hey)
I love my life, I love this record and
Mi amore vole fe yah

I'm beautiful in my way,
'Cause God makes no mistakes
I'm on the right track, baby
I was born this way

Don't hide yourself in regret,
Just love yourself and you're set
I'm on the right track, baby
I was born this way

Ooo, there ain't no other way

[ From: http://www.metrolyrics.com/born-this-way-lyrics-lady-gaga.html ]

Baby, I was born this way
Baby, I was born this way
(Born this way )
Ooo, there ain't other way
Baby, I was born way
I'm on the right track, baby
I was born this way

( Queen ,
Don't be , Queen )

Don't be drag, just be a queen
Whether you're broke or evergreen
You're black, white, beige, chola descent
You're lebanese, you're orient
Whether life's disabilities
Left you outcast, bullied or teased
Rejoice and love yourself today
'Cause baby, you were born this way

No matter gay, straight or bi
lesbian, transgendered life
I'm on the right track, baby
I was born to survive
No matter black, white or beige
chola or orient made
I'm on the right track, baby
I was born to be brave

I'm beautiful in my way
'Cause God makes no mistakes
I'm on the right track, baby
I was born this way

Don't hide yourself in regret,
Just love yourself and you're set
I'm on the right track, baby
I was born this way, yeah!

Ooo, there ain't no other way
Baby, I was born this way
Baby, I was born this way
(Born this way )
Ooo, there ain't other way
Baby, I was born this way
I'm on the right track, baby
I was born this way

I was born this way, hey!
I was born this way, hey!
I'm on the right track, baby
I was born this way, hey!

I was born this way, hey!
I was born this way, hey!
I'm on the right track, baby
I was born this way, hey!

Maria Aragon talks to Lady Gaga on the Phone

2011-02-18T20:39:00.000-08:00

ANOTHER YOUNG and talented Filipino, Maria Aragon is making waves on YouTube and has turned Lady Gaga into a fan! Yeah, that's right, Lady Gaga is amazed with this young kid's covers of her hits, especially Born This Way.

Here's a video of Maria Aragon talking to Lady Gaga when the kid was invited to the Winnipeg's number 1 radio station, Hot 103:

On Twitter, Lady Gaga shared that she cried over Maria Aragon's cover of her song.

And here is the video that made Lady Gaga cry:

Maria Aragon sings Lady Gaga's Born This Way

Maria Aragon is born to Filipino parents who now lives in Canada and her video where she sings Lady Gaga's Born this Way has reached over 2 Million views and over 68, 000 likes as of this posting. Musika Central will sure keep tabs on this new Filipino YouTube sensation, Maria Aragon.

Team Azkals raises the Filipino Spirit

2011-02-09T22:35:00.000-08:00

IF THERE is one thing that keeps the Filipino spirit afloat in these times of political and economic turmoil, it's the National Football Team, called by its more popular name, Team Azkals.

If you read on Wikipedia, you would see how poor the Philippine Football Team performed in the tournaments it participated in, despite its being the oldest team in Asia.

Philippines 2-0 Vietnam (Complete Highlights)

However, their recent success in the 2010 AFF Suzuki Cup, beating the defending champion, Vietnam, brought them under the spotlight. That alone raised the spirit of the Filipinos. We now have another field to show the world how talented Filipinos are.

A Tribute To The Azkals (Philippine National Football Team)

Football enthusiasts around the country have become more optimistic that in the next tournaments we can make it to the top.

AFC Challenge Cup Qualifier Playoff - Philippines VS Mongolia, first leg - Azkals GOALS

Last night, in the playoffs for the 2012 AFC Challenge Cup, Team Azkals won against Mongolia, 2-0 at the Panaad Stadium in Bacolod City.

It's a good thing that there is an overwhelming support to the Team Azkals, in fact, the President donated three million pesos to the Philippine National Football Team.