TJ Monterde’s “Palagi” Returns To The Philippines Hot 100

TJ Monterde‘s chart mainstay, “Palagi,” re-enters the Billboard Philippines Hot 100 chart, dated May 9, 2026.

Making a comeback on the chart at No. 78, the song reigned supreme at the No. 1 spot of the year-end Philippines Hot 100 and Top Philippine Songs charts in 2024.

“Palagi” has deeply resonated with listeners for its themes of romance and devotion, reflected through Monterde expressing his love and reassurance towards his wife. It has since spent over 95 weeks on the chart, joining only an illustrious list of songs, both local and international.

Notably, the duet version of “Palagi” with KZ Tandingan was named Billboard Philippines‘ No. 1 Song of 2024, which was awarded during Monterde’s ‘Sarili Nating Mundo At The Big Dome‘ concert in February 2025.

Billboard Philippines‘ Hot 100 chart tracks the most prominent and most popular songs in the Philippines from both local and international artists. It serves as one of Billboard Philippines’ official music charts, alongside the Top Philippine Songs chart. Updated every week, the Hot 100 ranks the top 100 tracks in the country using both audio and streaming data gathered and organized by the leading music and entertainment data provider, Luminate.

View this week’s Billboard Philippines‘ Hot 100 here.

Ralph Regis

Lifestyle and Culture Writer

Ralph Regis is a Lifestyle and Culture Writer at Billboard Philippines, where he bridges the worlds of film, television, fashion, art, food, and cultural trends with both the local and international music scene.

He has written extensively about artist collaborations, brand partnerships, and pop culture moments that connect back to music. He also brings stories to life through in-depth interviews with musicians and personalities, drawing on their diverse perspectives, opinions, and reflections on the human condition.

In addition, Ralph also writes about music releases across a wide range of genres, including pop, hip-hop, P-pop, and rock, highlighting both rising and established artists. With a passion for storytelling that goes beyond trends, he explores how music is part of our daily lives in one form or another, connecting culture, experiences, and everything in between.

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