Staff Writer
During her wildly popular concert in Doha, Asia’s songbird Regine Velasquez-Alcasid demonstrated once more why she is regarded as one of the most significant people in Philippine popular culture.
Over 3,000 excited admirers who were looking forward to seeing her play live in the nation attended the event, which took place at Al Gharafa Sports Club on a Friday night.
Fans went on a nostalgic journey throughout the concert, which lasted more than two and a half hours, as Regine sung her most well-known songs, including “Pangako,” “Kailangan Ko’y Ikaw,” “Dadalhin,” and “On the Wings of Love.” Her performances are known for her outstanding belting technique and strong vocals, which completely captivated the audience.
Regine and her husband, Ogie Alcasid, sang several tender duets together on stage, which further enhanced the magic of the evening. With songs like “Bakit Ngayon Ka Lang Dumating,” “Dito sa Puso Ko,” “Kung Mawawala Ka,” “Kailangan Kita,” and “Hanggang Ngayon,” they serenaded the audience and created stunning musical moments that left the audience in amazement.
In addition to performing her well-known hits, Regine also demonstrated her versatility by singing a variety of other songs, including “I Love You Always Forever,” “You Are My Song,” “You’ve Made Me Stronger,” “Bluer Than Blue,” “Rather Be,” “Crazy for You,” and the well-known songs by the popular Filipino alternative rock band Eraserheads, including “Pare Ko,” “Magasin,” and “Overdrive.” It was a genuinely unique event as the exciting ambiance was enhanced by the enthusiastic participation of the entire crowd.
The return performance by Regine Velasquez-Alcasid in Doha not only delighted her devoted admirers but also had a profound effect on the Filipino population living in Qatar. Many admirers expressed their happiness at getting the opportunity to witness their idol play live once more after such a long time.
More than ten years had passed since her previous visit to the nation.
Another admirer, Faith, remarked that Regine’s performance was as timeless and spellbinding as ever. She thanked the Filipino community for introducing performers like Regine to Qatar because it lessened her yearning for her native country. Gerard, another admirer, described the concert as a wonderful way to celebrate Eid. During the two-hour performance, he and other spectators felt as though they had been transported back to the Philippines.
Alessandra, who had been anticipating Regine’s return in Doha, was overcome with joy. She emphasized how Regine’s ageless singing got everyone singing along and that the performance was one for the books. When compared to watching videos on YouTube or listening to music on Spotify, seeing her live was an experience like no other.
Regine’s concert was a success not just because of her enduring skill but also because of the work that Royal Sports and Events put into planning many concerts with Filipino performers in Qatar. The group’s commitment to bringing well-known artists to the nation has been well-received, with prior performances drawing packed audiences.
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The thunderous acclaim and cheers as the curtains fell on this spectacular performance served as a monument to Regine Velasquez-Alcasid’s ageless charm and enduring talent, guaranteeing that her music will continue to reverberate in the hearts of her fans for years to come.
