Maki, sumali sa ‘Sharmaine’ trend, nagbiro tungkol sa kanta niyang ‘Kahel na Langit’

• Maki joined the viral “Sharmaine” internet trend by engaging with fans through playful references linked to his music
• The trend gained traction after his record label, Tarsier Records, posted a video of his live performance of “Kahel na Langit” on X
• Maki reshared the post and responded humorously to what he pointed out as an incorrect song title listing
• The interaction highlighted the singer-songwriter's playful approach to online trends

Maki has officially jumped onto the viral "Sharmaine" internet trend, bringing his signature humor to his own hit discography. The OPM artist caught the attention of social media users after playfully renaming one of his most popular tracks to match the ongoing online joke.

He joined the trend after his record label, Tarsier Records, posted a video on the social media platform X showcasing his live performance at a recent event. The label highlighted the emotional weight of the song and its connection to the color orange, which translates to “kahel” in Filipino.

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The music label captioned the post, “ICYMI: Here's Maki's ‘Kahel na Langit’ performance at Pink Fest! Some colors don't just paint the sky, they paint our memories, too.”

Recognizing the perfect comedic opportunity, Maki reshared the post on his personal account. He pretended to be upset over a factual error, jokingly demanding the label to respect his work as a songwriter by changing the title to honor the viral orange meme.

Maki humorously wrote, “Pwede po paayos nung details mali po kasi yung title? Sana po out of respect sa songwriter, itama po natin ang spelling and details ng songs na sinusulat nila. Ang real title po ng kantang ‘to ay ‘Sharmaine na Langit.’ Thank u po.”

Fans quickly flooded the comment section, praising the artist for his wit and ability to connect with local internet culture. The interaction has further boosted engagement for the track, proving that the songwriter knows exactly how to keep his audience entertained both on and off the stage.

It is worth noting that the trending “Sharmaine” craze started with a comedic skit by Filipino content creator BAETT. Watch the viral meme below:

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Maki, whose real name is Ralph William Datoon, was born on November 27, 1999, in Quezon City. He is a Filipino singer-songwriter signed under Tarsier Records, recognized for his emotional blend of alternative pop and R&B. A graduate of communications from New Era University, he first drew attention in 2023 with his debut EP Tanong, which included songs such as “Saan?” and “Bakit?”. His major breakthrough arrived in 2024 when “Dilaw” topped the relaunched Billboard Philippines Hot 100 and entered Spotify’s global charts. Since then, he has released tracks like “Namumula,” “Bughaw,” and “Kahel na Langit,” establishing himself as a relatable voice for Gen Z through themes of love, heartbreak, and self-discovery.

Following the release of the “Habangbuhay Pansamantala” music video, singer-songwriter Maki addressed online fan discussions pairing him with SB19’s Justin de Dios. Speaking to ABS-CBN News during a media conference, Maki stated he is fine with the "shipping" trend as long as it does not become intrusive or misleading about their personal lives. He emphasized that he and Justin are simply very close friends who share similar passions in music and the arts.

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Earlier, Maki took to social media to weigh in on Philippine political issues, expressing his thoughts on why staying apolitical is difficult during times of social crisis. His post quickly went viral, gaining widespread praise and sparking critical discussions online about the role of citizens in civic matters.

Source: KAMI.com.gh