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For second time, Sarah Geronimo represents PH in ASEAN-Japan Music Fest

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<div class="embed-wrap"><figure data-feedback="fb:likes,fb:comments"><img src="https://sa.kapamilya.com/absnews/abscbnnews/media/2021/entertainment/06/05/20210605-sarah-g.jpg"/><figcaption><em>Screenshots from the ASEAN-Japan Music Festival stream</em></figcaption></figure></div><p>Popstar royalty Sarah Geronimo raised the Philippine flag anew in an international event as she represented the country for the second time in the ASEAN-Japan Music Festival held virtually and aired on Saturday. </p><p>Geronimo once again sent netizens abuzz after her inclusion in the list of performers in the international music festival, making her one of the trending topics on Twitter. </p><p>“PINOY PRIDE SARAH GERONIMO” and #SarahGASEANJapanMusicFest ranked second and third, respectively among trending topics, at one point making it to the social media platform’s trending list. </p><div class="embed-wrap"><figure data-feedback="fb:likes,fb:comments"><img src="https://sa.kapamilya.com/absnews/abscbnnews/media/2021/entertainment/06/05/20210605-sarah-g1.jpg"/></figure></div><p>In a video message, the popular singer expressed her gratitude to be invited again to the event as Philippine delegate.</p><p>“I&#x27;m glad to represent my country, the Philippines, in the ASEAN Music Festival for the second time. Thank you very much for this opportunity. I am truly honored to be a part of this,” she said in her introductory clip. </p><p>She went on to discuss the impact of music in “every stage of life.”</p><p>“Music is a universal language that speaks to our soul through every stage of life. Music is very powerful. It can heal a wounded heart, uplift one spirit and bring renewed hope,” Geronimo said.</p><p>“I do hope our music and performances can be a source of inspiration for all of you. Once again, thank you so much and stay safe.”</p><p>Geronimo then wowed the virtual audience with her viral death-defying performance of “Ikot-Ikot,” which was first seen during her digital concert last March. </p><p>During the concert, the Popstar revealed it was challenging to sing in a moving set as every movement must be rehearsed carefully. </p><ul class="op-related-articles">	<li><a href="https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/03/27/21/sarah-g-delivers-fresh-explosive-performances-in-tala-the-film-concert">Sarah G delivers fresh, explosive performances in &#x27;Tala: The Film Concert&#x27;</a></li></ul><p>“Challenging siya kasi dapat well-rehearsed bawat movements. Hindi mo pwedeng labanan &#x27;yung galaw nung set. Kailangan magmukha siyang effortless, dinadala ka lang ng paggalaw nung set,” she said</p><p>In the second half of the program, Geronimo showcased a soulful performance of “Isa Pang Araw”, the official movie soundtrack of her film “Miss Granny.”</p><p>The Pinay singer joined other performers from neighboring countries such as Dong Nhi of Vietnam, Godai Natsuko of Japan, Andien of Indonesia and Dato&#x27; Sri Siti Nurhaliza of Malaysia. </p><ul class="op-related-articles">	<li><a href="https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/09/17/18/sarah-geronimo-to-represent-ph-in-music-fest-in-japan">Sarah Geronimo to represent PH in music fest in Japan</a></li></ul><p>Geronimo first performed in the music festival back in 2018 in Tokyo, singing her hit songs “Tala” and “Kilometro.”</p><div><strong>Related videos:</strong></div><figure class="op-interactive"><iframe height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/1mnLxHWQX9I?enablejsapi=1" width="560"></iframe></figure><div class="iwantbar">Watch more in <a href="//www.iwantv.com.ph/">iWantv</a> or <a href="//tfc.tv/">TFC.tv</a></div><figure class="op-interactive"><iframe height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/BjziLJUhWYw?enablejsapi=1" width="560"></iframe></figure><div class="iwantbar">Watch more in <a href="//www.iwantv.com.ph/">iWantv</a> or <a href="//tfc.tv/">TFC.tv</a></div>

<p>The Popstar Royalty Sarah Geronimo raised the Philippine flag anew in an international event as she represented the country for the second time in the virtual ASEAN-Japan Music Festival that aired on Saturday. </p>

The Popstar Royalty Sarah Geronimo raised the Philippine flag anew in an international event as she represented the country for the second time in the virtual ASEAN-Japan Music Festival that aired on Saturday.