Recording Academy Voting Member Jonathan Manalo Hits 10B Streams as Grammy Opens New Chapter for Asian Music

Filipino songwriter-producer and Recording Academy voting member Jonathan Manalo credits listeners for crossing 10 billion all-time streams.

“It’s a number I’m deeply grateful for, but more than a milestone, it’s a reminder of the incredible journey that music can take. Every stream represents a listener who connected with a song, a story, a melody, or a moment that meant something to them,” he said in gratitude.

The ABS-CBN Music creatives, content, and operations head has surpassed 10.2 billion streams across multiple digital platforms, including Apple Music, Spotify, and YouTube, as of June 25, based on Muso AI data, a remarkable milestone reflecting decades of music that has become part of Filipinos' lives across generations.

The achievement spans Jonathan’s timeless songs—many of which he produced and wrote—for some of the Philippines’ most celebrated artists, from Gary Valenciano, Lea Salonga, Martin Nievera, Regine Velasquez-Alcasid, and Lani Misalucha to Sarah Geronimo, Kyla, Erik Santos, Ebe Dancel, Yeng Constantino, Angeline Quinto, Jona, Moira Dela Torre, SB19, BINI, BGYO, and many more.

The streaming milestone underscores the enduring appeal of original soundtracks for beloved Filipino films, teleseryes, and digital series, proving that great songs transcend trends, generations, and borders, continuing to reach new listeners while remaining part of audiences' memories.

Fresh off this latest feat, Jonathan also welcomed the introduction of the GRAMMY Award for Best Asian Pop Music Performance.

“Asia is home to some of the world’s most vibrant music cultures, and this recognition reflects the growing impact of Asian artists, songwriters, producers, and creatives as active participants in the global music community,” he said.

He believes the move is a breakthrough for Filipino artists, opening doors to greater global recognition.

“For Filipino artists especially, this is an encouraging step forward. Filipino music has always been rich in talent, storytelling, and artistry. As we continue to engage with and contribute to the global music landscape, opportunities like these help shine a brighter spotlight on the music excellence coming from the Philippines and across Asia,” the multi-awarded musician added.

Jonathan has written and produced well-loved songs, including “Tara Tena,” “Gusto Ko Nang Bumitaw,” “Pagbigyang Muli,” “Patuloy Ang Pangarap,” and “Pinoy Ako.” Throughout his career, he has helped build the timeless catalogs of many OPM acts such as Angeline Quinto, Erik Santos, Kyla, Ice Seguerra, Morissette, Moira Dela Torre, and many more.