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'Tis the season for love, joy, hope, and 'tis the season for festive singing!
In the spirit of sharing stories that uplift and inspire, ABS-CBN once again gathered Kapamilya artists and everyday Filipinos for a special recording session that has brought to life the official jingle of this year’s Christmas ID, “Love, Joy, Hope: Sabay Tayo Ngayong Pasko.”
Following the release of the official music video last November, ABS-CBN has recently dropped the recording video, where we get to see how the track was vocally assembled, and which also doubles as a behind-the-scenes 'pasilip' of the joyful, collaborative energy inside the studio as stars and ordinary Kapamilyas (whose heartwarming real-life tales inspired the lyrics) came together to give voice to the season’s message.
The song “Love, Joy, Hope: Sabay Tayo Ngayong Pasko” was written by Robert Labayen, with additional lyrics by Jay Dustin Santiago, and draws inspiration from the stories of Kapamilyas from all walks of life—the Ambassadors of Love, Joy, and Hope—namely, "Pilipinas Got Talent" Season 7 winner Ricardo Cadavero a.k.a. Cardong Trumpo, a 'padre de pamilya' who chooses his love for family in every decision and sacrifice; teacher Melanie Figueroa, who is called "Teacher Santa" by her students for granting their wishes; Perlita Guerrero, a respected tribal chieftain of the Dumagat community; Fr. Errol Fidel Mananquil, who shelters and nurtures orphans; Martin Riggs, founder of the Busking Community PH who uses the power of music to help people; and Richmond Seladores, who embodies heroism during calamaties by providing aid and assistance to survivors. Not only did their stories become the backbone of the lyrics, they also joined Kapamilya stars during the recording session.
Produced by Raizo Chabeldin and Biv De Vera, arranged by Chabeldin with additional arrangement by Francis “Kiko” Salazar, and vocally supervised by Jonathan Manalo, the composition also incorporates elements from Jessie Lasaten’s “Sabay Tayo," masterfully woven into the arrangement to echo a familiar call to unity.
The anthem opens with the timeless voices of “ASAP” pillars Gary Valenciano, Martin Nievera, Ogie Alcasid, Zsa Zsa Padilla, and Regine Velasquez. From there, the beat flows to the next wave of Kapamilya hitmakers, with Darren Espanto, James Reid, Maki, Maymay Entrata, and Nation’s Girl Group BINI adding youthful harmonies that mirror the hope and spirit of the new generation.
Midway through the track comes the much-anticipated section featuring the luscious vocals of Sarah Geronimo, beautifully complemented by Juan Karlos, Sharon Cuneta, Angeline Quinto, and "Idol Kids Philippines" grand winner Alexa Mendoza.
And as the song moves into its final stretch, Kapamilya superstars Vice Ganda, Coco Martin, and Kathryn Bernardo drop a playful rap verse, energized even more by the vibrant P-Pop pulse brought in by BINI and BGYO.
Behind the scenes, it was all bright smiles and easy laughter as the artists settled into the studio, with those who’ve been performing together for years sliding into their usual rhythm and the newer artists taking the opportunity to introduce themselves to the more senior stars. The studio felt like a little bubble where everyone was just enjoying the recording session and working with each other.