Jaya (singer)

thumb|Talent is never enough Maria Luisa Ramsey Kagahastian (born March 21, 1970), known professionally as Jaya (/ˈdʒaɪə/), is a Filipino singer, actress, and television personality. Referred to as the country's "Queen of Soul", she is known for her distinctively deep voice and soulful singing style. She was a talent of GMA Network but later transferred to ABS-CBN, where she served as one of the head jury of the Tawag ng Tanghalan segment of the Philippine noontime variety show It's Showtime and performer on ASAP. Jaya is the second Filipino recording artist to chart in the United States (the first being The Rocky Fellers), with her debut single "If You Leave Me Now" peaking at number 44 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Jaya also ventured into musical theatre, playing the role of Surpanakha in the 1999 Filipino musical Rama at Sita staged at the University of the Philippines Theater. Quotes Talent is never enough. https://www.pep.ph/news/local/28823/jaya-now-finds-horrible-hurtful-and-nonsense-comments-quite-entertaining But sincerity, will always be “uso.” https://www.pep.ph/news/local/28823/jaya-now-finds-horrible-hurtful-and-nonsense-comments-quite-entertaining “As long as I’m honest with my audience and sing songs that they want to hear from me, inspire and touch their hearts—that has to be my focus.” https://www.pep.ph/news/local/28823/jaya-now-finds-horrible-hurtful-and-nonsense-comments-quite-entertaining “Tell stories that the [audience] can relate to. https://www.pep.ph/news/local/28823/jaya-now-finds-horrible-hurtful-and-nonsense-comments-quite-entertaining “I love singing for all ages, so no limits as to what songs to learn.” https://www.pep.ph/news/local/28823/jaya-now-finds-horrible-hurtful-and-nonsense-comments-quite-entertaining “It is a great way for us artists to connect with fans and friends, research, and promote our music.” “Lately, I don’t really give it much time and attention anymore since I’ve learned how to BLOCK AND DELETE." “As much as I can help it, I don’t engage in word wars.” Do not forget where you came from. Do not dismiss criticisms pertaining to your craft. "Do not forget to thank God for lending me this voice, which I inherited from my Mom and Dad.” “There was a point when I said, you know what, you have to stop answering them back cause it’s not gonna work. Just be who you are and, gagaya rin ‘yang mga yan.” https://www.rx931.com/Articles/RXFHB7UES7931/how-jaya-overcame-stereotypes-and-negativity-in-her-career External links Category:1970 births Category:Singers from the Philippines