http://www.boxingpinoy.com/2010/03/14/f ... al-anthem/
FILIPINOS SHOULD SHUTUP ABOUT THE NATIONAL ANTHEM
Written on March 14, 2010 – 11:31 am by Jerico
I am getting tired of listening to Pinoys complain and criticize Filipino singers do a rendition of the ‘Lupang Hinirang’ at Pacquiao fights. Every year, some of our great singers perform their heart out and yet it’s never enough for those who can’t even sing. Late victim is Arnel Pineda who is frontman singer of Journey.
I was at the stadium watching the fight LIVE and I thought he did a great job. His voice is amazing. I have also been to his concert with Journey and I thought that this guy should sing the national anthem at Pacquiao fights. But every year, there are a few who always complain of how the anthem was not properly sung in regards to how the law dictates it to be sang.
I believe that if it’s good enough for Pacman, it’s good enough for me. Who are these people criticizing of how Arnel butchered the song? I bet they can’t even carry or sing a proper note let alone have the courage to sing infront of 50,994 screaming fans not counting millions watching around the world.
Sheesh, enough of this already. Instead of criticizing, let us continue to support our singers. I mean, after all, how many Filipinos do you see each year sing our anthem infront of millions of people? Enough said.