Jayda Avanzado, ramdam ang bigat ng paghahambing sa isang iconic na artista

• Jayda Avanzado reacts on "TicTALK with Aster Amoyo," to being compared to Sarah Geronimo and admits feeling pressure
• She expresses gratitude to her mentor Vic Del Rosario for believing in her potential
• The young singer emphasizes her goal to carve her own identity in the industry
• Jayda recalls a childhood moment when Vic first recognized her talent

Jayda Avanzado openly shared her thoughts after being compared to one of the country’s most celebrated performers, Sarah Geronimo, acknowledging both the honor and the pressure that comes with it.

The comparison was made by music executive Vic Del Rosario, who referred to Jayda as the next Popstar Royalty. In an interview on TicTALK with Aster Amoyo aired on April 17, the young singer admitted that the remark left a strong impression on her.

“I’m just really flattered and honored na gano’n po ‘yong tingin niya sa akin. Medyo nape-pressure din po ako. I mean, these are big shoes to fill,” Jayda said.

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Despite the expectations tied to the statement, Jayda clarified that she remains focused on her personal growth as an artist. She highlighted that while comparisons can be motivating, her priority is to stay grounded and continue improving her craft.

“But at the of the day, alam ko naman po na nandito po ako just do my best dito sa industriya. And masarap po sa pakiramdam na ‘yong manager ko, si Boss Vic, malaki po ‘yong tiwala niya in me,” she added.

Jayda also looked back on a defining moment from her childhood when Vic first took notice of her talent during one of her father’s performances.

“He [Boss Vic] watched me perform at one of my dad’s mall show. He was on a mall tour for his album at the time under Viva Records,” she recalled.

She then revealed the gesture that stayed with her through the years.

“Ta’s inabutan po niya po ng note ‘yong dad ko n’on. As in papel po. Ta’s nakasulat, ‘Give her to me, I’ll make her a star.”

Now steadily building her own career, Jayda continues to honor that early belief while striving to define her own path in the entertainment industry.

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Jayda Avanzado is a 22-year-old singer-songwriter and actress, the only daughter of OPM icons Dingdong Avanzado and Jessa Zaragoza. Currently signed with Viva Artists Agency, she has established herself as a versatile performer with popular tracks like "Happy For You" and a lead role in the series Teen Clash. Known for writing and co-directing her own music, she is considered one of the leading voices in the modern P-pop and OPM scene.

In the same interview with Aster, Jayda Avanzado opened up about her past connection with Darren Espanto, revealing that they shared a special bond during their teenage years. In an interview on TicTALK with Aster Amoyo, she confirmed that they once had a “mutual understanding” and were very close as young artists. Over time, however, they naturally grew apart due to busy schedules and taking different paths in life, with no issues between them. Jayda said she has since moved on and now looks back on their relationship with appreciation and fond memories.

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Meanwhile, Jayda Avanzado proudly revealed her newly customized artist van, describing it as one of her biggest “big girl” investments this year. The singer shared a video online, giving fans a glimpse of the upgraded vehicle designed according to her personal style and needs. She also expressed her gratitude to the customization team who helped bring her vision to life, saying her dream van has finally become a reality. Jayda further teased that a full tour of the van will be released soon, building excitement among her followers.

Source: KAMI.com.gh