SEA Games 2019 Opening Ceremony | Individual Performances | FILIPINO! | HONEST REACTION

[@musicgamenews]

✘ IG is where I hide when I'm not on YT: instagram.com/musicgamenews

[@jelyncerillo7588]

Thankyou kuya Ovela more powers to you and to your channel. 💕💕💕

[@jelyncerillo7588]

Hope you react to the Entrance of Philippines Delegates, hope you'll enjoy that too! 😁💕

[@jelyncerillo7588]

On the first part of your video kuya Ovela, when Christian Bautista and Aicelle Santos sang, and when the house was pop-out at their back, it was also a Philippine Culture called "BAYANIHAN" 😁💕

[@markiipanganii2558]

Elmo Magalona is Son of King Of Rap Francis magalona

[@itz_trishaplaz2675]

Pls react elmo magalona'sfather songs pls sir.francis magalona

[@marineromoto3381]

THATS THE OLD CULTURE IN THE PHILIPPINES LIFTING A HOUSE. THAT IS CALLED "BAYANIHAN".

[@shaillamaeb.revilla7949]

yeah when he said that I'm not actually sure if it's part of our culture coz I've heard of it when I was in my elementary days but apparently forgot about it that's why I checked the comment sec. until I saw your comment ..... I talk too much I'm sorry ....

[@caloycovers]

Lifting a house TOGETHER. That is why its called Bayanihan synonymous to pagtutulungan or teamwork/unity

[@breanayeahdanieles2517]

His cheer when he read "Philippines" hahahahahaha love it Ovela! 😘

[@bipbopblep]

I was actually laughing when there was a house being carried in the background. It was comic for me.

[@adamgoreal8177]

@@bipbopblep learns first filipino culture before you laugh. Loka loka!

[@abegailara5030]

Elmo magalona's performance is so nostalgic! He looks just like his legend dad Francis magalona. ❤

[@myraclarissab.sabanal9889]

true ❤️😍😍😍

[@johngonzales5554]

Yapp....🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭

[@LuffyacTeVee]

Tampa p.o. kau. Nanuod ako nyan live at malapit d's stage nila Sobrang nakakagoosebumpbs.. galing nila lahat

[@susanamanalo9745]

T

[@pusanggalavlog5541]

Trueeeeeee👏👏🎊🎆🎆

[@christiananasco8937]

FYI: Elmo Magalona sang his dad's song, so did Inigo Pascual. The songs of the late Master Rapper Francis Magalona.

[@yvonnet.jumao-as9584]

The late

[@eduardpeace7019]

Yeah! Search for Francis Magalona hes really famous all the Filipino know him

[@chellemrvg7514]

Yep, the phenomenal Francis Magalona, gone too soon.

[@absk12]

KZ also sang "Tayo'y mga Pinoy", which is also a Francis M song

[@chellemrvg7514]

@@absk12 yep that particular segment was all Kiko himself. Miss the master.

[@simonekaizertalavera9884]

I was amazed on how knowledgeable he is abt the Philippines and he is so proud.

[@sugoisquad2967]

i dont think so XD he only mention our artist names cuz he see it in the video

[@jaybriovlogs2814]

“ELMO MAGALONA” he is the son of the late famous filipino rapper who wrote and perform the song that IÑIGO PASCUAL sang.

[@lewinskhiesvlog8499]

Not just famous but the mAster rapper of Philippines

[@FirstnameLastname-lp6qz]

Really? I’m a big fan to Philippine Culture because of Spanish stories novels. All spanish era in all country actually.I’m not spanish don’t get me wrong.

[@drichjanssen]

He's saying "I am the man from Manila" we filipinos got chills because those songs are so legendary yet we rarely hear those now. And yet here it is, very timely for the pride that they showcased. Proud to say that We are the people from Manila!

[@BoRZ886]

It's my favorite individual performance. The lyrics just makes me wanna cry.

[@jaylordzeusdelica64]

@@BoRZ886 ow

[@theresitafernandez5943]

Sige means ok，do it. Is kind of approval.

[@genshinfanatic4475]

Fun fact Ovela at 8:13 that’s the tradition here in the Philippines called “Bayanihan” where all people helping each other carrying a house when someone needs to move. They literally moving the house Itself. It promotes a culture of of collaboration and empowerment of every individual through teamwork, innovation and action.

[@anndin553]

Timor Leste is the youngest nation of south-east Asia, just got their independence from Indonesia 20years ago. 😉

[@jezreeljoy457]

Owww.well thankyou

[@rurutantyararan6773]

It is called East Timor before.

[@elingrato4614]

PHILIPPINES AND TIMOR LESTE ARE THE ONLY PREDOMINANT CATHOLIC NATION IN SOUTHEAST ASIA. ALSO HEAVY INFLUENCED BY SPAIN (PHILIPPINES) PORTUGAL (TIMOR LESTE) .

[@ebethdelatorre1716]

Im glad i went to this comment section. Daming na knows hehehe.

[@agirlhasnoname8302]

New knowledge. Thanks

[@jeireliz]

Watching reactions from other country regarding the Philippines made me feel alive, my blood is rising from hope. It makes me love myself, my life and my country. It inspired me to do better

[@Morningstar-f8x]

the meaning of the people who's holding the house is called "Bayanihan" its like helpinng each other no matter what happend,Proud to be Pilipino!!! mahal kita Philippines!!!

[@rkvn6793]

Seeing someone loved Philppines makes me proud of being Filipino, And your the one of it. Your like Filipino because your with us loving our country, Thank you for loving Philippines

[@gintonic5869]

"I am the man from Manila" Elmo Magalona is the son of late Francis Magalona "King of rap in the Philippines". Elmo is actually singing one the songs of his late father.

[@pholmarlon2537]

You should react on Robert Seña singing at the first half of the ceremony, right before the traditional dances. He was part of the cast of miss saigon with Lea Salonga.

[@pholmarlon2537]

Yo it wasnt actually right before the dances, i forgot what part he was but check him out. Great song, great performance. Could have used back up dancers but still good.

[@zishana_ash]

this is what I am talking about

[@harlenequinzelle8522]

Fact: The whole performance during the SEA Games Opening Ceremony shows the history of the Philippines through the dance and music genres. From the Sarimanok (Dancing Rooster) to Singkil (King and Queens dancing with bamboo sticks) to Spanish Colonization (Lajota) to Modern Day (KJ Inigo and Elmo performance). Something like that. There sure is a lot more to be included in the history but maybe that was the best way for them to simplify the whole sequence of changes in history up to date.

[@bernadettelistanco6154]

Philippines was awarded the best organizer of sea games ❤️ also on top 1 of gaining medals in all events

[@estertadeo6061]

The patterns on the artists attire are native designs of Filipino tribes.

[@alimybad]

It's from the Moro tribe shared with some Lumad tribes, it's called 'Inaul'.

[@lireo0192]

I really love your reaction. You knew almost all of the artist. You react from the dancers, singers, clothes, drums and everything.

[@mksrsgt7276]

We appreciate you ovela. We feel that you have a filipino heart ❤

[@catherineespino7144]

Thank you for appreciating Filipino culture and artists! It's so cool!

[@hannahrebullar7878]

You really should come here. You're one of the youtubers who I know, appreciates the Philippines like his own country. Thank you sooo much for your adoration towards us Filipinos ✨❤️

[@phoejantonio]

The flag of the Philippines has 3 stars that represent Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. The 8 rays of the sun, represents the provinces that were conquered (correct me if i am wrong, fellow Filipinos) during the time of the wars. If blue is at the upper part of the flag, then it means that everything is at peace. If the red part is at the upper part, then there is war. 😉

[@ritmo_lehitimo]

8 Rays of the Sun = The first 8 provinces of the Philippines that revolts against the Spanish.

[@rodolfopuro391]

The 8 rays of the sun represent the first 8 provinces of the Phil that revolted againsts the Spaniards.

[@jessicaforte4362]

When you ask what "sige" means it's like "go" or "okay/alright" (Kung maganda ka, sigaw na. SIGE!) "If you are pretty, you can shout now. GO!”

[@annaclarrisabanda-codamos688]

or it can be a "YEAH!" as an expression. :)

[@ronaldopascua8221]

SIGE means To go on ahead or To go do it

[@carl_elfsj4693]

Yes, according to an iterview with one of the officials of Olympics(Asia), they were amazed with how the Philippines manage the SEA Games this year, so they asked the Philippines why not bid for much bigger event like the Olympics and they thought the 2030 will be perfect for the Philippines to host it.

[@lovelymarietorres8471]

I'm impressed to you that you did all of these reactions in one video just to make us all(viewers & subscribers) happy. We love and support you always Ovela❤️

[@rajen19]

The background shape you are saying is actually OUR ancient letter that is called BAYBAYIN that was left and almost dying. So proud that it is now start to get growing back again.

[@joanrios6034]

Yeah.. Napansin ko din yun.. And thankful ako na, hindi pa din natin ito nakakalimutan... Sana ituro ulit ito sa school..

[@jeffersonsalonga7873]

12:05 fyi ovela the back up dancers are the vpeepz they participated at world of dance 2019.

[@whatmathers7568]

i wish i'd be available when you're already here in the philippines. i'd love to give you a BARONG as present.

[@nykkolajom6188]

That house being carried is a part of our tradition called "bayanihan"

[@MamiLuvs]

I remembered crying while watching this replay at fb.. so memorable because its the first time im far away from my beloved country haist missing my country so much

[@yourmajestyamethyst4310]

The duet of Christian and Aicelle portrays how courtship was done before in the Philippines❤

[@paulinesipat3862]

Love your reactions! You're always updated about Philippine Music! Kudos to you!❤🇵🇭

[@jenny0786]

"I am the man from Manila" is a song of The late Master Rapper Francis Magalona the father of Elmo Magalona.

[@juliethernandez9663]

Thanks for liking Pilipinos we felt you like most of our customs and traditions. Moreso we really like to shout out that we are Pilipino and very proud being one whatever happens and where we are. Thanks for all your reactions making us Pinoy more proud being who we are. GOD BLESS OVELA and your Family.

[@acadvento5316]

SIGE means "go ahead or go on" loving the way you appreciate Filipino Culture. Thanks. 😍💖

[@darsofficial323]

"Sige!" is word that agreeing on something or saying go ahead or simply means okay.

[@wprusuerg2924]

Yeah, 'I am the man from Manila'. Elmo's outfit was my favorite too coz I think maybe I can wear it in normal days hahaha

[@mub770]

That is how Francis M dressed before.

[@Jose-fg4qq]

daymmmm when you said "minamahal" feels like you are a filipino, no accent in it HAHAHAHA

[@yodababyyy24]

That "lifting a house" is actually an old filipino custom called " Bayanihan", though "Bayanihan" is all encompassing of the Filipino traits where Filipinos all give a helping hand for our fellow Filipino. Houses long ago were designed to be movable just like that.

[@TriceeXO]

Elmo Magalona is the son of the late Francis Magalona. He’s such a legend in the Philippine Rap Industry. His songs have such “Filipino pride” feels and message. Elmo’s kind of continuing his legacy 🥰 Also, all three songs that they (Iñigo, Elmo & KZ) sang were all songs of Francis Magalona. All about Filipinos and the Pinoy pride ♥️

[@iammiracle1389]

I just really hope that the musical is live. It will be epic! Just like what they did in 2005 sea games here in philippines.

[@caligreen233]

“Sige” is an affirmation. It could mean YES or GO and OKAY 👌🏻 depends on the usage. It could even translate to Continuous

[@melyn___1282]

Well explanation

[@bluewolf4789]

Sige from the spanish word sigue*

[@user-ge3ot5xp1m]

sige-sure/fine :)

[@portiag6541]

FYI: Malaysia is one of the members/countries belonging to the SouthEast Asia. Geographically located at SouthEast part of Asia. SEA Game is the acronym of South East Asia.

[@reniel5939]

I'm so proud to myself to the fact that I am a FILIPINO!🇵🇭

[@adilau3010]

We’ll be hosting the Basketball World Cup in 2023. Already been given the rights last year 🤗🤗

[@sonofashark7005]

this was such an amazing performance!! I love how they incorporated cultural elements and modernized it a little bit. Loved Christian and Aicelle's duet, Iñigo's moooves, and KZ was amaazing as usual ❤️

[@ItsSarahGT]

Lifting a House is a symbol of working together, teamwork.

[@paulinesauza7769]

I love how Inigo and Elmo look so dope with their outfits. Swagger but still traditional

[@TriceeXO]

Christian Bautista & Aicelle Santos’ part was like showing the “ligawan” or courting tradition here in the Philippines where the guy makes “harana” or serenades the girl he’s courting 🥰

[@jimmybautista1128]

He sung "bebot" means ah coloquial term for a single ladies in the philippines. "Sige!" Means like an encouraging remarks to say "lets go! Or lets do it! ..."if you are a filipino, shout it out or like be proud of it!

[@myhrissemerjudio6405]

I love when you say "Filipino! Filipino!" It's so cute! 😊😊😊 Kung maganda ka sigaw na, sige! "If you are beautiful then shout, sige!" 💕

[@jefreyalasofficial5401]

Just want to mention that the most of the back up dancers were UPEEPZ and VPEEPZ. That's why you said they were good, coz they really are haha

[@Glocker45]

Sige! - - - Go On! Bebot - - - Girl I am the "MAN" from Manila Elmo Magalona is the son of the late Master Rapper Francis Magalona

[@jesssc402]

Bebot is more like ‘hottie’ or ‘babe’

[@ruinertv2129]

Francis Magalona is also known as "Philippines King of Rap".

[@obitouchiha422]

Bebot is Bobo in English stupid haha

[@avatarroku7955]

Bebot is not even a Filipino word.

[@ruinertv2129]

@@avatarroku7955 it is mate its a street term

[@MsRich-xr1cf]

Sige: means "go on", "go ahead" or it might also means "all right" Bebot: means "girl"

[@stephenleornas2397]

I noticed your jacket match up also in the costume wore by our artist and other performers...and so happy looking at your reactions like one of us...an Algerian / Canadian turning into a Filipino...so lovely to see you Mr. Ovela yelling at the performance...🤘✌️👏❤️

[@jovyuysvlog2997]

House lifting/carrying by people is a filipino tradition of neighboring people and helping each other to a family who wants to transfer their native house somewhere in the nearest location.

[@vincentbertjavien9030]

The lifting of house is actually a Filipino tradition called "Bayanihan" means an act of helping each other. "Bayan" means nation or country. "Bayanihan" an act of helping each other as one nation.

[@buchi777_]

Your mentioning about the background graphics,its actually represents the filipino ethnic designs coming from indigenous people from every part of the country. Kz,inigo and elmos songs are songs from the late master rapper francis magallona.

[@c.b.hudson725]

"Sige" can be translated as OK or Yes or Go on. Depending on how you respond to a particular question or situation. But I'm glad, you were able to learn some Tagalog words by just reacting to our local videos. You're amazing.

[@RadMotoRiderPH]

I got goosebumps while watching it. It really made me so proud us a Filipino. 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭

[@marieltoledo5079]

The lifting of the house on the part of Christian B. and Aicelle Santos was one of the traditions of the Filipinos. It shows the unity and generosity of every Filipino. Long time ago Philippine houses was made of bamboos and other light materials and you can actually lift it when you want to transfer it. And that is when Filipinos helped each other. That is called BAYANIHAN.

[@marfredgalon3834]

"Sige" means you approve or support. Like when someone ask you to do something, you reply with sige. For example, in the song, "Kung pinoy ka sigaw ka, sige!" - if you're a Filipino, shout if out! "Ok!" Or sige..

[@wikksmith7351]

Marfred Galon "Let's Go" in English...

[@marfredgalon3834]

@@wikksmith7351 no. Sige is apparoval. "Yes" is the nearest meaning.

[@wikksmith7351]

I'm so sorry, hehe I realized "Tara" is let's go not "sige" 😂😂😂

[@marnellidean8332]

"Sige - Alright"

[@ramildaguman3056]

“Sige” is an agreement, equal to the word “yes”

[@dontgiveup3237]

Or sure.

[@sharmainetabasa2602]

Sige" means yeah..or else ""come on""

[@yowsef96]

MABUHAAAY TOO, OVELAAAAA!!! ENJOYING YOUR REACTIONS. KEEP EM COMING!!!

[@karmelicaldez2349]

If there’s an honorary Filipino, you should be granted that! Thank you for the love! 😊😊

[@danalexismarquez]

Lifting house in PH so called Bayanihan, Bayanihan is a group of men of a certain community who are voluntary helping their community by transferring thr new built house.

[@chariec.13]

'Sige' can both mean "go!" Like "go and do it!" or could also be "sure!" Like "sure I'll do it!" 😉

[@kittytres2608]

Elmo Magalona ❤️ he used to be Julie Anne San Jose’s loveteam/partner. They were cute together. And they compliment each other musically too. You should try reacting to their old videos together too. They were really good.

[@augustuss.5699]

JuliElmo 😍😍😍

[@adelynantigua6396]

Oh my god ovela... Your trending 16 in your video about opening ceremony reaction video... Very happy for you❤️

[@ronkookie977]

Lifting the house, we called it here "Bayanihan" means teamwork.

[@emmaam4255]

Your reaction is so genuine and if this doesn't make anyone who watches your video subscribed I don't know which else as anyone who've seen your PH's video reactions, I bet, have had/have/has/will be booking their very next trip to PH the soonest they can. You sure adore PH and you'll definitely caught the hearts of most of our countrymen too🤗Bless you and your channel.

[@adrielsantos4457]

Omg!! Best reaction video i ever watch about opening ceremony of SEA Games 2019.. I’m from Philippines...😊 salamat sayong suporta..

[@edseltan8691]

Lifting a house called here Bayanihan

[@marcarthurclarete9126]

Bayanihan also means "Unity" and they're saying that 11 countries unite onto the games

[@mgmph7636]

Before its called BAYANIHAN but now in the present time...its called AKYAT-BAHAY GANG!😁 Joke!😊 PEACE!✌MABUHAY PILIPINAS!!!🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭

[@AJ-yj8fd]

Love this reaction!!! Got chills as well ❤️

[@tenjamon1625]

Proudly pinoy here. Thank you for the reaction, it was so fun watch. 😊

[@jayramosritumalta5387]

Sige means “okay”/“come on”/“go ahead”; bebot “girl”; talaga “really” this song is really crazy

[@arraenano3285]

That house carried by people is a Filipino Tradition called "BAYANIHAN"

[@rueltecson5916]

I really Love watching your reactions video with my Brother, Mabuhay Ovela 😊

[@johnalbert9349]

Yes they holding the house, that's is one of our traditions, helping each other.., #Unity

[@Flavobact3477]

I am the man from Manila.. the songs sang by Inigo, Elmo and Kz were the original compositions and songs by Elmo's dad, Francis M (Magalona), very famous rapper in Pinas.

[@joshuabilolo]

Lifting the house - a sign of unity and being helpful of Filipinos.

[@evatalamdon7820]

you haven't watch the part where everyone singing manila manila.. I'm coming home to manila... it was my favorite part of all... because our President dance..

[@EdrickHaikieMasmela]

Holding the house is called in the philippines “Bayanihan”

[@queenbeebam3375]

“Bayanihan” is part of the Filipino culture. During the time when most people only live in “nipa huts” or “bahay kubo”, neighbors and other village people carry the house altogether when it needs to be transferred somewhere else within the town or the village. Those who volunteer for this activity, don’t expect anything in return from the homeowners. Bayanihan came from the rootword “Bayani” which means “hero”.

[@amorcaballero3717]

you must look at the crowd all are wild and proud . we enjoy alot in that song "kung pinoy kah sigaw na" sige!!!

[@caypebe]

Hi ovela! With regards to lifting a house or a hut, it is one of the cultures in the Philippines which is called "Bayanihan".

[@melodiebuendia]

Aicelle Santos' and Christian Bautista's duet is a love song, hence, their interpretation is as lovers.

[@ShredderRBX]

Elmo Magalona Is The Son Of The Legendary Rapper Francis “M” Magalona , Inigo and Elmo sang Francis Song “Mga Kababayan Ko” and “I am a Man From Manila”

[@charmie0325]

That house being carried is part of the Filipino tradition.

[@leamalana6955]

Its called bayanihan😍

[@janezane3285]

and aicelle singing with christian is a traditional courting

[@studiohiwaga]

I remember going to the opening ceremony! it was CRAZY! we stood in line for hours and we had to eat aced sandwiches to solve our hunger since we didn't eat breakfast. We were currently living somewhere a little farther from manila so we had to drive for hours just to get there. there was so many people that the food stalls ran out of RICE, we had to eat our food without rice. I remember taking a lot of pictures there and there was a Milo stand that gave out free drinks, man I miss the old days when you could go out without a facemask.

[@sarucamjanira8238]

STARSt that represents the three main islands of the philippines: Luzon, Panay(Visayas),Mindanao is on the philippine flag . But the "parol" is just a christmas ornament when christmas is coming.

[@thinekogore2755]

"I am the man from Manila"

[@angiethomas4900]

Christian and Aicelle were singing a love song that is why they were acting like that.

[@marikitliwayway6703]

People reacting only to the finale of the opening and missing out on the initial part showcasing our history and culture makes me feel sad.

[@arnoldsimon7931]

True that! 😔

[@littletimmy6282]

Understand that these foreign bloggers genre are musical, so u can't expect them to react and talk about our cultural presentation which they have no idea and unfamiliar to them, instead they zero in to the music and artists which understandably is their forte.

[@rachaelgordove8430]

@@littletimmy6282 true

[@redbay3304]

Why can't we just be thankful that they reacted. ugh, gad. We are so spoiled. sorry but let us be contented.

[@khal_elclarkkent9933]

@14:45 yes, you're right! they're saying "manila", because Manila used to represent the entire Philippines, even in all international airports, MNL is the destination posted in the flight schedule board.

[@louiseslife7768]

great comments very honest thank you for appreciating our country philippines 🇵🇭

[@eehjay9710]

I realized that the back up dancers were vpeepz from world of dance :-)

[@jhonluisflores2356]

Little trivia: The choreographer of the dancer's is the choreographer of Upeepz!❤️

[@marthalorica]

Wish you could react to Francis Magalona as well ♥ master rapper ng Pinas! Elmo's father

[@claireagacidsullano1852]

It was a bright decision for them to let Elmo Magalona sing his late father's song. Bravo.