Jona looks back on iconic performances, unforgettable onstage mishaps, and her favorite Vice Ganda encounter
The hit community singing game show “Everybody, Sing!” has already welcomed several Kapamilya singing stars. This time, the spotlight turned to versatile Fearless Diva Jona, who wowed audiences with her powerhouse vocals as she headlined “The ChooSing One” segment alongside ten chosen “repre-sing-tatives.”
From her standout stage moments to the rituals that keep her grounded, Jona opens up about her most memorable performances, go-to pre-show habits, and the songs closest to her heart.
Sharing what it was like to be part of “Everybody, Sing!,” Jona expressed her excitement about her first guest appearance, admitting that she was already having a great time even during rehearsals.
When it comes to her stage prep, the Kapamilya singer sticks to a routine that keeps her performance-ready. She makes sure to stay hydrated, explaining, “Para moist ‘yung mouth ko. Kasi minsan kapag mag-start na ‘yung show, kinakabahan ako, so nagda-dry ‘yung mouth ko.” She also does vocal warm-ups, and for her stint on “Everybody, Sing!,” she even did her own makeup, stepping into the spotlight with a radiant glow.
Even offstage, Jona remains disciplined about her pre-show routine. She revealed that she avoids sugary snacks and drinks before performing. “Although kapag kailangan ko talaga ng energy, minsan nakakalusot,” she admitted, acknowledging that while she tries to steer clear of them, there are times when she makes an exception.
With 20 remarkable years in the industry, Jona has delivered countless memorable performances. But when asked about her most unforgettable moment, she pointed to her 20th anniversary concert in 2025. “Kasi first time kong nag-concert sa isang malaking venue,” she shared—a milestone that marked two decades of her musical journey.
When it comes to the songs she loves performing, she first picked her heartfelt rendition of “Pusong Ligaw,” one of her timeless classics. She also named her 2017 single, “Maghihintay Ako,” as another favorite.
Some of Jona’s viral “ASAP” moments came from her performances of opera and classical pieces—songs she admits are among the most challenging to pull off. “’Di naman talaga ako real opera singer, pero I take on the challenge kasi love ko halos lahat ng mga genre ng music,” she remarked.
Recalling a hilarious onstage mishap, Jona shared a story from one of her performances at a town fiesta in Quezon Province. “In the middle ng performance, parang may nalanghap ako na usok or insekto ata, tapos naubo ako. Ubo ako nang ubo,” she recalled.
Looking ahead to her dream collaborations, she named Filipino-American superstar Bruno Mars as one of the artists she hopes to jam with. She also mentioned Western music icons Adele, Alicia Keys, and Mariah Carey as artists she would love to work with someday.
Her first guest appearance on the late-night talk show “Gandang Gabi Vice” in 2019 also became one of Jona’s most memorable encounters with Vice Ganda. “Kasi lagi niya akong inaasar na pwede raw akong maging part ng ‘Goin’ Bulilit,’” she shared with a laugh.
To cap off the segment, Jona cheerfully danced to Vice Ganda’s anthem “Boom Karaka-raka,” showcasing her playful side.
Catch Kapamilya singers as they bring their vocal prowess and vibrant energy to “Everybody, Sing!” with Unkabogable Host Vice Ganda every Saturday and Sunday at 8:30 PM on ABS-CBN sa ALLTV2, Kapamilya Channel, TV5, A2Z, iWant, and Kapamilya Online Live (KOL).