Chito Miranda at Gab Chee Kee, biglang naki-jam sa amang nagba-busking para sa tuition ng anak

• Chito Miranda and Gab Chee Keehelped a busking father raising funds for his child’s medical school fees
• The encounter happened while Chito and his son were walking around University of the Philippines Diliman
• The musicians joined the father in performing Your Song
• The band has a history of supporting members and others, including fundraising for Gab during his health battle

Members of Parokya Ni Edgar stepped in to help a father busking for his child’s medical school fees, turning a casual campus walk into a heartfelt moment.

According to a Facebook post by Neri Naig, her husband Chito Miranda was strolling with their son Miggy Miranda at the University of the Philippines Diliman when they noticed a man singing in public to raise money. Moved by the situation, Chito decided to call bandmate Gab Chee Kee for support.

“Kaya tinawagan daw niya si Gab [Chee Kee] para tulungan ‘yung tatay,” ani Neri. “Game naman si Gab, kaya pumunta sa UP Diliman agad.”

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In a video shared online, Chito and Gab were seen performing alongside the father, playing the band’s hit song “Your Song.”

The impromptu collaboration drew attention from passersby and netizens, who praised the musicians’ gesture.

Chito later shared in a separate post how quickly Gab responded.

“Walang tanong tanong, pumunta agad,” ani Chito na frontman ng Parokya Ni Edgar.

Helping others is not new for the band. In 2023, Gab was hospitalized due to pneumonia complications linked to lymphoma.

Fellow musicians and the group organized fundraising efforts to help cover his medical expenses. One of the items auctioned was a guitar signed by Eraserheads, which sold for P1.3 million.

By 2024, the band shared photos celebrating Gab’s recovery and reunion. Their recent act of helping a busking father once again highlighted the group’s long-standing culture of support—both within their circle and beyond.

Chito Miranda is a Filipino singer-songwriter widely recognized as the frontman of Parokya ni Edgar, a band considered one of the most influential acts in original Filipino music. Rising to prominence in the late 1990s and early 2000s, the group became known for hits such as “Harana,” “Buloy,” “Bagsakan,” and “Gitara.” Miranda’s distinct voice, witty personality, and relatable songwriting played a major role in shaping the band’s enduring appeal among Filipino audiences. Beyond music, he is also active on social media, where he frequently shares insights about his personal life, family moments, and everyday reflections. He is married to Neri Naig, and the couple often posts updates about their family and business ventures, with Miranda openly expressing pride in his wife’s hard work and entrepreneurial spirit.

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Previously, Miranda also showed gratitude to fans in Cebu after Parokya ni Edgar performed with Sponge Cola. He shared that he pushed through with the show despite battling a severe cold, adding that the crowd’s energy helped him complete the performance. The singer also thanked Yael Yuzon for checking on him backstage and providing vitamins and medicine. The experience highlighted the close friendship between the two musicians, both during performances and behind the scenes.

In another post, Miranda spoke about feeling lonely and somewhat guilty while staying alone in a hotel during a performance trip in Bataan. He said he dealt with the feeling by reminiscing about playing with his children. Miranda added that he and Naig have agreed to limit their phone use whenever they are with their kids, allowing them to focus on quality family time. For the singer, a simple life brings the greatest joy, especially when he is able to support his loved ones and remain present in their lives.

Source: KAMI.com.gh