This video from a collection of harana songs went viral—3.7 million views on Instagram and counting—mostly among younger viewers. I’ve often wondered why now, when the Harana documentary was filmed 15–18 years ago and remained in relative obscurity. Social media plays a role, for sure. But I have another theory: I think Filipinos—especially the younger generation—are beginning to embrace their own music and culture—a shift away from colonial mentality. Have we begun to turn the page? Ako'y Maghi

189K views · 322 reactions | "Harana,"(1997) a song popularized by Parokya Ni Edgar, a Philippine band formed in the 90's. | Pinoy Videoke Tambayan | Facebook

872K views · 10K reactions | "Bakit Ba Ikaw" is a popular Tagalog song by Michael Pangilinan, a Filipino singer known for being part of the all-male vocal group band Harana. | Pinoy Videoke Tambayan | Facebook

What Harana Can Teach Us About Modern Dating 🥰 Harana, the Filipino tradition of serenading someone under their window, shows how dating and romance used to be deliberate and public, with gestures visible to the community. Today, texting, social media, Instagram, TikTok, and sending gifts or messages are common ways people show love. Harana reminds us that slowing down and being intentional can make modern dating and courtship clearer and more meaningful. #Philippines #history #culture #love #d

1.7K views · 34 reactions | Uso pa ba Ang Harana ngaun? #harana #filipinohistory #filipinoculture #reels #explore #shorts #fyp #history #everyone #factsZero factsZero | FACTSZERO | Facebook

25 reactions | Harana #MYMP Juris #follower #highlights | Feliciano Ador | Facebook