KZ Tandingan

thumb|right|Tandingan in 2025 Kristine Zhenie Lobrigas "KZ" Tandingan-Monterde (born March 11, 1992) is a Filipino singer and rapper. She rose to prominence following her win on the first season of The X Factor Philippines in 2012. Quotes As we celebrate Women’s Month, let’s forget about the numbers that pressure women. Remember, you are worthy of love, no matter your insecurities. KZ Tandingan's 'Numbers': An anthem of empowerment for Women's Month, Jefferson Fernando 15 March 2025. People's reaction when I performed Mandarin seemed louder, compared to the 'Say Something' performance, so I felt like, 'Oh my gosh, maybe my ranking is lower than rank six.' It's really unpredictable, huh. 'Nagulat ako': How KZ ranked after 'Say Something', ABS-CBN News 23 February 2018. If ever I wasn’t given the opportunity to win X-Factor or even be given the opportunity to audition, I still see myself as an artist today. KZ Tandingan Embraces What Makes Her Different And Champions Honesty With Her Craft, By Angelo de Cartagena 30 August 2019. “The pressure of being a parent is really heavy on a mother. You’re not just carrying a child, you’re changing yourself. Even though you’ve given birth to a child, you are completely changed as a person — physically, spiritually, and mentally.” KZ Tandingan opens up about not being ready for motherhood, MJ Felipe, ABS-CBN News, 10 February 2026. "I said earlier, I don't want to be a mother because I'm already under pressure." KZ Tandingan opens up about not being ready for motherhood, MJ Felipe, ABS-CBN News, 10 February 2026. “It’s so heartwarming. They’re using our song to take the next step in their lives.” KZ Tandingan opens up about not being ready for motherhood, MJ Felipe, ABS-CBN News, 10 February 2026. External links Category:1992 births Category:Singers from the Philippines Category:Women singers Category:Women from the Philippines Category:Women born in the 1990s Category:Living people