Maine Mendoza’s debut single “Parang Kailan Lang” is a certified hit, topping five consecutive MYX Hit Charts.
The social media influencer’s song has been in the top spot of the MYX Daily Top 10 for 28 days.
The first Filipina to collaborate twice with MAC Cosmetics released the song on YouTube on March 26, 2020, under the Universal Records label. The music video has since been viewed 620,000 times. The song is also available on Spotify and Apple Music.
“Parang Kailan Lang” is composed by Eunice Jorge of Filipino electro-pop rock band Gracenote, who also provided the instrumentation.
Mendoza describes the song in an Inquirer interview as “about reminiscing and moving on from the past. To be more specific, it’s about a girl reminiscing about her past with someone—hence the title”.
“I’m happy I got to release a song in my time here in the industry. But I’m happier at how some people appreciate the song for what it is. I hope I get to release some more soon!” she added.
The Most Tweeted Filipino Celebrity also says that she has varied tastes in music.
Maine Mendoza also gave an update on her DoNation Drive fundraiser for daily wage earners affected by the lockdown.
“As of today May 14, we have accumulated a total of ₱1,003,894 and sent financial assistance to 1,003 households! THANK YOU VERY MUCH for the support and donations! Nakakatuwa na marami tayong natulungan na pamilya sa hirap ng panahon. Maraming salamat po!!” she tweeted about the crowdfunding drive that started on March 19.
Netizens have praised Maine Mendoza for using her celebrity status to assist needy families affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
“Nakakaproud how she uses her influence. She’s making noise on the right things. Red heart” @_cynicalrealist tweeted.
WATCH the video here and SEND CONGRATULATIONS to Maine Mendoza for her hit single “Parang Kailan Lang”!
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