Jose Mari Chan was visibly moved during his performance at the BGC Amphitheater on Thursday, November 14, as the crowd sang the chorus of &ldquo;Christmas in Our Hearts&rdquo; in unison. What started as a simple invitation for the audience to join him became a deeply emotional moment for the music icon.
Before performing the beloved holiday classic, Chan encouraged everyone to sing along, hoping to share the warmth the song has carried for decades. When hundreds of voices rose together, he paused, overwhelmed. &ldquo;You really brought me to tears&hellip;&rdquo; he said, trying to hold back his emotions.
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The heartfelt performance was part of a holiday celebration where Chan also shared the stage with TJ Monterde and KZ Tandingan for a special festive jingle. The energy and joy in the air captured the true spirit of the season, leaving both the audience and performers deeply touched by the moment. At the end of his performance, he turned to the crowd and said, &ldquo;Let&rsquo;s pray for peace in our country,&rdquo; reminding everyone that the season is also about hope and unity.
The evening ended with the lighting of a giant Christmas tree and a pledge to donate to calamity relief efforts, a reminder that the season is not only about celebration, but also about love, togetherness, and giving back.