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SB19’s ‘Gento’ an approved entry to the Grammys
Toff C.
Published Oct 14, 2023 02:31 PM PHT
P-Pop group SB19 is adding another feather to their cap as their hit song "Gento" has become an approved entry to the Grammys for the Best Pop Duo/Group Performance category.
P-Pop group SB19 is adding another feather to their cap as their hit song "Gento" has become an approved entry to the Grammys for the Best Pop Duo/Group Performance category.
Sony Music Philippines made the announcement on Friday, October 13 that the song has been submitted for Grammy consideration.
Sony Music Philippines made the announcement on Friday, October 13 that the song has been submitted for Grammy consideration.
"Share until it gets to the voting members of the Recording Academy before Oct 20 🫶🏼," the music label wrote on social media platform X (formerly Twitter).
"Share until it gets to the voting members of the Recording Academy before Oct 20 🫶🏼," the music label wrote on social media platform X (formerly Twitter).
Fans were quick to react to the news.
Fans were quick to react to the news.
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"GENTO made a mark in the music scene because of its undeniable music composition. This year, a lot of personalities and celebrities have recognized 'Gento' as one of the best dance music and still gaining popularity all over the world. I really wish for the nomination of 'GENTO' in this year’s GRAMMY’s," one fan wrote.
"GENTO made a mark in the music scene because of its undeniable music composition. This year, a lot of personalities and celebrities have recognized 'Gento' as one of the best dance music and still gaining popularity all over the world. I really wish for the nomination of 'GENTO' in this year’s GRAMMY’s," one fan wrote.
"This is it. One step closer. Let's go!" another fan posted.
"This is it. One step closer. Let's go!" another fan posted.
"We hope and pray that 'Gento' be Grammy nominated 🙏. The song inspires in many ways. People around the world can relate to it due to bouncy beat and positive vibes 'Gento' brings," another fan commented.
"We hope and pray that 'Gento' be Grammy nominated 🙏. The song inspires in many ways. People around the world can relate to it due to bouncy beat and positive vibes 'Gento' brings," another fan commented.
It was in May when SB19 released “Gento” as their new single. The song was part of their Extended Play Pagtatag!
It was in May when SB19 released “Gento” as their new single. The song was part of their Extended Play Pagtatag!
The song was a massive hit and became viral especially on TikTok where it became a dance trend that various artists—including K-Pop stars—performed.
The song was a massive hit and became viral especially on TikTok where it became a dance trend that various artists—including K-Pop stars—performed.
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"Gento" also entered and debuted on the Billboard World Digital Song Sales chart landing at No. 8.
"Gento" also entered and debuted on the Billboard World Digital Song Sales chart landing at No. 8.
Recently, "Gento" reached 30 million views on YouTube. The group took to social media to thank their fans after achieving this milestone.
Recently, "Gento" reached 30 million views on YouTube. The group took to social media to thank their fans after achieving this milestone.
"30 Million strong! Thanks to all our A'TIN for making 'GENTO' a massive hit on YouTube!" the group said.
"30 Million strong! Thanks to all our A'TIN for making 'GENTO' a massive hit on YouTube!" the group said.
Recently, SB19 announced the establishment of their own company called 1Z Entertainment. SB19 member Pablo serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the company.
Recently, SB19 announced the establishment of their own company called 1Z Entertainment. SB19 member Pablo serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the company.
"Isa ito sa mga biggest achievements namin in life. 1Z Entertainment is built by members of SB19 together with all the people behind the cameras... kasama namin sila sa 1Z," he said in the video announcement.
"Isa ito sa mga biggest achievements namin in life. 1Z Entertainment is built by members of SB19 together with all the people behind the cameras... kasama namin sila sa 1Z," he said in the video announcement.
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Pablo expressed their aspiration to showcase Filipino talent on the global stage through their newly established company.
Pablo expressed their aspiration to showcase Filipino talent on the global stage through their newly established company.
"Siguro five years ago when SB19 was just starting, together we had a dream. That dream was to have Filipino music, Filipino talent, the whole Filipino culture to be pinned onto the world map. Sobrang laking pangarap noon para sa amin and we felt like a lot of people din na nakapaligid sa amin, they think that the dream was so big na they feel like we couldn't achieve it," he stated.
"Siguro five years ago when SB19 was just starting, together we had a dream. That dream was to have Filipino music, Filipino talent, the whole Filipino culture to be pinned onto the world map. Sobrang laking pangarap noon para sa amin and we felt like a lot of people din na nakapaligid sa amin, they think that the dream was so big na they feel like we couldn't achieve it," he stated.
He added: "Pero nagpatuloy kami kasi naniniwala kami, unang-una sa lahat, we have each other to lean on. At naniniwala kami na kapag pinag-igihan namin ay may mararating kami. Ayun nagpatuloy ang SB19."
He added: "Pero nagpatuloy kami kasi naniniwala kami, unang-una sa lahat, we have each other to lean on. At naniniwala kami na kapag pinag-igihan namin ay may mararating kami. Ayun nagpatuloy ang SB19."
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