Chances are, you’ve heard Lola Amour’s “Raining in Manila” sweeping through mass airwaves and online streaming platforms. But it’s not just Pinoys who are loving the song. ENHYPEN members Jake and Jay were spotted vibing to the single, proving that OPM’s appeal isn’t limited to the Philippines. This isn’t even the first time that we’ve seen K-pop artists appreciate OPM! Here are just eight other times that OPM’s made it to our fave K-pop artists’ radars.

Cha Eun Woo – “Kathang Isip” by Ben&Ben

ASTRO member and actor Cha Eun Woo is more than a pretty face. Need proof? Watch his heartfelt rendition of Ben&Ben’s “Kathang Isip”, and prepare to be equally mesmerized.

Young K – “Leaves” by Ben&Ben

Once again, the nine-piece folk band proved why their music lovingly resonates in the K-pop scene with this collaboration. They teamed up with Day6’s Young K for the remake of their hit song “Leaves”, and it reached number 1 on the real-time search chart of the South Korean music streaming platform Melon! The best part? Young K is looking forward to working with Ben&Ben again.

BamBam of GOT7 – “Ngiti” by Ronnie Liang

It’s been months since the Kpop Mazterz in Manila, yet the memory of GOT7’s BamBam serenading his fans with OPM hit “Ngiti” continues to send them in pure bliss. And honestly, who wouldn’t swoon over such a moment? Needless to say, the whole arena was all smiles during his number.

Jungkook of BTS – “Give Me Your Forever” by Zack Tabudlo

Singer-songwriter Zack Tabudlo was on cloud nine after he discovered that Jungkook of global supergroup BTS played his song “Give Me Your Forever.” Can we blame him, though? In that instant, he was living the dream!
“The Jungkook. The Golden Maknae. Just listened to ‘Give Me Your Forever.’ I can now die in peace. Holy sh*t. He even said he added my songs to his playlist,” he tweeted.

TOMORROW X TOGETHER – “Akin Ka Na Lang” by Itchyworms

When TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) first visited Manila for their two-day “ACT: LOVE SICK” world tour, Filipino MOAs (TXT’s fandom), were treated to a kilig-inducing performance of Itchyworms classic “Akin Ka Na Lang” by charmingly performed by members Hueningkai, Taehyun, and Beomgyu. Now, can we get an Itchyworms x TXT collab?

Park Bogum – “Nasa Iyo Na Ang Lahat” by Daniel Padilla

Anybody who follows Korean actor Park Bogum knows he’s also a good singer. And his countless Filipino fans were lucky enough to see him perform live “Nasa Iyo Na Ang Lahat” by Daniel Padilla during his fan meeting in 2019. Though it was a brief performance, it’s forever stamped in Pinoy Bogum fanatics’ memories!

Dara and Jay of iKON – “Dahil Sa’yo” by Iñigo Pascual

Despite her international celebrity status, former 2NE1 member Dara always expresses her love for the Philippines. That’s why her fans were over the moon after she released a sweet cover of Iñigo Pascual’s hit single “Dahil Sa’yo” with Jay of K-pop boy band iKON. And needless to say, Dara continues to be the nation’s OG darling!

V of BTS – “Sorry” by Paolo Sandejas

BTS’ V delighted Filipino ARMYs after he played and sang along to Paolo Sandejas’ “Sorry” in his vlog. The Filipino singer-songwriter was ecstatic, saying, “This is a surreal experience, and I have no words to express how honored I am that he enjoys a song I worked so hard on.”

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