Rising Filipino SHEAN makes a big impression as his debut single, “ako ang bagyo,” enters the Billboard Philippines Hot 100 chart (dated October 24, 2026).

Released on October 2, 2026, the song quickly gained traction on TikTok, became a breakout hit, and made an impressive chart debut less than a month later at No. 69.

The story of “ako ang bagyo” began during a tricycle ride home, where SHEAN found inspiration in his personal experiences of longing for someone he couldn’t have.

Told through the narrator’s perspective, describing himself as a storm watching the person he adores be with someone else, the song’s verses and chorus gradually come together.

This week, Mariah Deborah continues her streak at No. 1 with “Na Para Bang.” RAPROJECT SIX and MADAM SAUCE‘s “Baby 123” climbs to No. 2, ADELA’s “Ain’t in LA” takes the No. 3 spot, followed by Ashe‘s “Stop The Wedding!” at No. 4, and ADELA’s “Nicole Kidman” at No. 5.

Esremborak‘s “Mahal Magmahal” takes No. 6, followed by Olivia Rodrigo‘s “the cure” at No. 7, Jin DC‘s “Totoong tayo” at No. 8, nicole‘s “Panaginip” at No. 9, and Cup of Joe‘s “Multo” claiming the final spot in the top 10.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

SHEAN’s debut single “ako ang bagyo” entered the Billboard Philippines Hot 100 at No. 69 on the October 24, 2026 chart, less than a month after its release.

SHEAN is a rising Filipino singer-songwriter. He wrote “ako ang bagyo” during a tricycle ride, drawing on his own experience of longing for someone he couldn’t have.

“Ako ang bagyo” translates to “I am the storm.” It frames the narrator as a tempest, watching the person he adores be with someone else.

Mariah Deborah’s “Na Para Bang” holds No. 1, followed by “Baby 123” at No. 2, ADELA’s “Ain’t in LA” at No. 3, and “Stop The Wedding!” at No. 4.

The Hot 100 ranks the Philippines’ top 100 songs weekly using combined audio and streaming data from Luminate, Billboard’s official chart data provider.

Ralph Regis

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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