Pinoy pride: Sofronio Vasquez’s holiday duet with Michael Bublé features a Tagalog Christmas song
· The Voice USA champion Sofronio Vasquez and Michael Bublé are releasing a Christmas duet, a cover of "Maybe This Christmas"
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· The collaborative track will feature a unique element: lyrics sung in both English and Tagalog
· Sofronio expressed profound gratitude, noting that Bublé gave him "his time, his wisdom, and his voice"
· The single is the first release from Sofronio's upcoming EP, which is being produced by Bublé and includes collaborations with Paul Anka and David Foster
Filipino-American singer and former The Voice USA champion Sofronio Vasquez has officially announced a highly anticipated collaboration with his mentor, the reigning king of holiday music, Michael Bublé.
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The pair have recorded a special holiday single, a cover of the classic tune “Maybe This Christmas,” set for release just before the end of November, marking a phenomenal leap in Sofronio’s international career.
The news solidifies the bond forged between the two artists during the 26th season of The Voice USA in 2024, where Sofronio made history as the first Filipino to win the US version of the competition, securing the victory for Team Michael.
Sofronio took to social media to express his profound excitement and disbelief over the monumental opportunity.
The journey from being an aspiring dental practitioner in the Philippines to recording with one of the biggest names in global music is nothing short of a fairy tale.
"When you're new, you pray for someone to give you a chance. [Michael Bublé] didn't just give me a shot, he gave me his time, his wisdom, and his voice. I'm still in disbelief," Sofronio shared on Instagram.
His words convey not just professional excitement, but deep personal gratitude for the Canadian crooner’s unwavering support.
The collaboration is a direct result of Bublé’s commitment to launching Sofronio’s international career, a pledge the mentor made shortly after their victory.
Bublé has not only produced Sofronio’s upcoming Extended Play (EP) but has personally rallied music legends like David Foster and Paul Anka to contribute to the project, demonstrating a sincere effort to pay his success forward.
Adding a unique and meaningful layer to the track, Bublé himself teased a special element that will thrill Filipino fans worldwide.
Responding to Sofronio’s announcement in the comments section, Bublé enthusiastically wrote, "I can't wait for them to hear the Tagalog lyrics!"
Sofronio confirmed that the duet will feature English and Tagalog lyrics, with the Filipino portions written by The Voice champion himself in collaboration with songwriters from Manila.
This blending of languages is a significant move, injecting a distinct part of the Filipino experience into a globally celebrated Christmas standard and allowing Sofronio to honor his heritage on the international music platform.
The release of "Maybe This Christmas" serves as the prelude to Sofronio's full EP, which is set to feature more high-profile collaborations.
Following his historic win and his performance of the Philippine National Anthem at the State of the Nation Address last July, this Christmas duet firmly establishes Sofronio as a rising force dedicated to bringing Filipino talent to the forefront of the global music scene.
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Sofronio Vasquez is a Filipino singer who became famous after being declared the champion of The Voice Season 26 in America. Prior to this, he participated in local singing competitions in the Philippines such as Tawag ng Tanghalan and The Voice Philippines.
Last July, Sofronio Vasquez III sang the national anthem at President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s fourth SONA and was personally greeted by the President and First Lady. He shared that singing a cappella was a directive from Malacañang to create a simpler and more patriotic rendition, despite his request for accompaniment. Sofronio admitted the performance was nerve-wracking, noting the pressure of singing a song that “everyone knows” and the risk of mistakes being remembered forever. Before his SONA performance, Sofronio won Season 26 of “The Voice” USA under Michael Bublé, and had notable stints in “Tawag ng Tanghalan” in 2017 and 2019.
It can be recalled that the grand champion of The Voice USA Season 26, delivered a "rousing and flawless" a cappella rendition of "Lupang Hinirang" at the opening of President Marcos Jr.'s fourth State of the Nation Address. Vasquez's historic win as the first Filipino and male Asian on The Voice USA made his selection for the SONA a significant tribute to national pride and excellence. The US-based vocalist traveled back to the Philippines specifically for the performance, emphasizing his profound honor and the boost it gives to his career and self-esteem. Vasquez views the national anthem as a "calling" for all Filipinos to unite, regardless of their differences, reinforcing its power to foster national identity at a pivotal state event.
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