Hajji Alejandro, inalayan ng kanta ng kanyang anak na si Barni: “I can’t fathom a life without you”
- Hajji Alejandro, an OPM icon who just died from a terminal illness, was offered a heartfelt musical tribute by his daughter, Barni Alejandro
- In a social media post, Barni uploaded video of her self singing the song “Ang Lahat Ng Ito’y Para Sa’Yo”
- She also wrote a touching caption for her late dad, saying she can’t imagine life without him
- It can be recalled that the OPM icon, who was best remembered as the original “kilabot ng mga kolehiyala” with a string of enduring songs throughout his career, battled a terminal illness
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Hajji Alejandro, an icon of the Original Pilipino Music (OPM) industry, has passed away at the age of 70.
Source: Instagram
News of his demise was confirmed through a statement released by Girlie Rodis, the manager of his daughter, singer Rachel Alejandro.
The statement conveyed the family's deep grief and requested privacy during this difficult time.
Amidst the mourning, a poignant tribute emerged from another of Hajji’s daughters, chef Barni Alejandro.
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Taking to Instagram, Barni shared a heartfelt video of herself singing her father's classic hit, “Ang Lahat Ng Ito'y Para Sa'Yo” (All of This Is For You).
Her voice filled with emotion, Barni captioned the post with a touching message expressing her profound loss and deep love for her father.
“I can’t fathom a life without you. My heart is broken into a million pieces. You were my first love, my hero, my idol. Forever, your Yabs!” she wrote, using a personal term of endearment for her dad.
The revelation of Hajji Alejandro’s battle with colon cancer had come just last March during an interview with Julius Babao, where his long-time partner, Alynna Velasquez, shared the news of his stage 4 diagnosis.
Despite the challenges, the OPM legend remained a cherished figure in the industry.
Hajji’s career took flight in the 1970s, quickly establishing him as a major pop star. His captivating charm and smooth vocal delivery earned him the moniker “kilabot ng mga kolehiyala” (heartthrob of college girls).
His extensive discography boasts numerous enduring hits that have become staples in Filipino music, including “Kay Ganda ng Ating Musika” (How Beautiful Our Music Is), which won him the grand prize at the first Metro Manila Popular Music Festival in 1978, “Nakapagtataka” (It's Puzzling), “Tag-Araw, Tag-Ulan” (Summer, Rain), “Panakip-Butas” (Stopgap), “If I Were Man Enough,” and “May Minamahal” (Loving Someone).
Barni’s musical tribute resonated deeply with fans and fellow artists, serving as a touching farewell to a beloved father and a legendary musician.
Her rendition of “Ang Lahat Ng Ito'y Para Sa'Yo,” a song already imbued with heartfelt emotion, took on a new layer of meaning as a daughter’s loving ode to her departed father.
The outpouring of support and condolences on Barni's Instagram post further highlighted the impact Hajji Alejandro had on the lives of many, both within his family and among his vast audience.
His legacy as a key figure in OPM and a cherished father will undoubtedly endure.
Hajji Alejandro was a Pinoy singer and actor Alaminos, Pangasinan. Born in December 26, 1954, Hajji became a major pop star in the 1970s and 1980s. Like another OPM legend, Basil Valdez, Hajji also came from the group Circus Band. He was also the first winner of the Metro Manila Popular Music Festival with his song interpretation of “Kay Ganda ng Ating Musika” composed by Ryan Cayabyab. He also won the grand prize at the Seoul International Music Festival in South Korea. Hajji died April 22, 2025 after a battle with colon cancer.
The OPM icon passed at 70 after a battle with stage 4 colon cancer, leaving behind a legacy of timeless music. Daughter Barni Alejandro shares emotional tribute on Instagram, calling her father her “first love” and “hero.” Hajji's children include singer Rachel Alejandro, chef Barni, and Mojofly drummer Ali Alejandro, from different relationships. Entertainment industry mourns another loss, following the recent deaths of Delia Razon, Gloria Romero, Pilita Corrales, and Nora Aunor.
It can be recalled that Hajji has been confined to the hospital recently. A video of him at the hospital with his mother was shared by Arnold Clavio online. In his Instagram post, Arnold revealed that Hajji had Stage 4 Colon Cancer and that it spread. Needless to say, many, including Sharon Cuneta, left a comment on Arnold's viral post.
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