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From Eraserheads to Nirvana: Joaquin Arce reveals the songs on repeat in his playlist

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Kyla Dennise Magbanua

<p>Among the highlights we look forward to in the 4th season of “<a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/everybody-sing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><u><em>Everybody, Sing!</em></u></strong></a>” are the celebrity guests who will be sharing the stage with the Unkabogable host Vice Ganda. One of them is “<a href="http://pbb.abs-cbn.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><u><em>Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab Edition 2.0</em></u></strong></a>” Kapamilya 3rd Big Placer Joaquin Arce, who brought music and laughter to the Songbayanan and amped up the fun-filled atmosphere during the episode that aired on May 16. </p><p>And if you’ve ever wondered which songs make up Joaquin’s daily playlist, this exclusive feature has the answer. He opens up about his go-to tracks and quirky listening habits that complete his everyday routine!  </p><div><br/></div><div><script data-wid="auto" type="text/javascript" src="https://content.viralize.tv/display/?zid=AAFz8gWM8iRADsJr&amp;cid=AB5eaHAr86OKzg_q"></script></div><div><br/></div><p>When it comes to karaoke, Joaquin Arce shared that he loves singing anything by the OPM band Eraserheads. When emotions run deep, he often turns to the ballads of Adele. For workouts and gym sessions, he prefers streaming songs by Nirvana, drawn to the hard rock energy of “Lithium” and “Smells Like Teen Spirit.” </p><p>Joaquin proudly shared that he listens across genres. On his way to work, he usually plays breakcore tracks, known for their upbeat tempos and heavy sampling. “Mahilig ako sa mga niche music,” he added, saying it sometimes gives him “Fast and Furious” energy whenever he drives to those bops.  </p><p>The conversation then turned to songs that carry deeper meaning. Rosa Walton’s 2022 release “I Really Want to Stay at Your House” is the track that makes him emotional, while “Don&#x27;t Stop Me Now” by Queen is the song he dedicates to himself—an anthem about living in the moment and staying unstoppable that perfectly matches his spirit. For road trips, he said nothing beats Oasis’ “Don&#x27;t Look Back in Anger.” </p><p>Filipino music remains a playlist staple for Joaquin. He added that he enjoys listening to Rivermaya and Eraserheads, whose classic hits elevate any long drive. When asked about his favorite OPM release, he named the Eraserheads jam “Ligaya.”  </p><p>Moreover, Joaquin’s current LSS is Kitchie Nadal’s iconic “Huwag na Huwag Mong Sasabihin,” while “Tensionado” by Soapdish reminds him of a special someone. And what track instantly makes him groove? The Kapamilya actor revealed that any song will do—he starts dancing as soon as he hears a rhythm. “Kung nagdala ka ng speaker, or nag-play ka ng song, sasayaw ako,” he admitted. </p><p>Catch new episodes  of “<a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/everybody-sing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><u><em>Everybody Sing!</em></u></strong></a>” every Saturday and Sunday, 8:30 PM on ABS-CBN sa ALLTV2, A2Z, Kapamilya Channel, <a href="https://app.iwanttfc.com/dFR6MWHAcVb" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><u>iWant</u></strong></a>, and Kapamilya Online Live (KOL) on the ABS-CBN Entertainment YouTube channel.  </p><div><br/></div><div><strong>More on this story: </strong></div><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/2026/5/18/look-lelquin-and-jason-dy-s-fun-snaps-on-the-set-of-vice-ganda-s-everybody-sing-1610" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><u>LOOK: LelQuin and Jason Dy&#x27;s fun snaps on the set of Vice Ganda&#x27;s “Everybody Sing” </u></strong></a></div><div><br/></div><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/2026/5/16/lelquin-plays-singko-blanko-with-songbayanang-choir-everybody-sing-2247" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><u>WATCH: LelQuin plays &#x27;Singko Blanko&#x27; with Songbayanang Choir | Everybody Sing</u></strong></a></div><div><br/></div><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/2026/3/5/top-achiever-devoted-son-and-more-fun-facts-about-joaquin-arce-0050" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><u>READ: Top achiever, devoted son, and more: Fun facts about Joaquin Arce</u></strong></a></div><div><br/></div><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/2026/2/28/big-night-ashley-and-joaquin-are-the-3rd-big-placers-pbb-collab-2-0-2201" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><u>Big Night: Ashley and Joaquin are the 3rd Big Placers! | PBB Collab 2.0</u></strong></a></div><div><br/></div><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/2026/2/26/a-dreamer-s-rise-to-the-ultimate-8-joaquin-arce-s-pbb-collab-2-0-journey-1332" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><u>A dreamer’s rise to the Ultimate 8: Joaquin Arce’s “PBB Collab 2.0” journey</u></strong></a></div>

<p>Joaquin Arce reveals his go-to songs and quirky listening habits that complete his daily routine!</p>

Joaquin Arce reveals his go-to songs and quirky listening habits that complete his daily routine!