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SB19, BINI shine at 10th Wish Music Awards

Ann Jenireene Gomez

SB19 further proved their reign as undisputed Kings of P-pop by claiming an impressive eight awards at the 10th Wish Music Awards held at the Araneta Coliseum on Sunday.

The group secured two major honors: Ballad Performance of the Year for their heartwarming pop song "Ilaw" and Song Collaboration of the Year for their powerful track "kalakal," featuring the iconic Pinoy rapper Gloc 9.

However, SB19's success didn’t stop with group accolades. Members Stell, Felip, and Pablo each earned individual recognition, showcasing their versatile talents.

Stell’s heartfelt ballad “‘Di Ko Masabi” earned Ballad Song of the Year, while he also won Breakthrough Artist of the Year and the special Wishers’ Choice award.

Felip’s edgy rock anthem "Kanako" won Rock/Alternative Song of the Year, while Josh Cullen's "Get Right" took home Hip-hop Song of the Year. Pablo’s exceptional artistry earned him the prestigious Artist of the Year award.

The night was further highlighted by an unforgettable performance from Justin and labelmate dwta, who closed the event with their unreleased track "Sampung Mga Daliri," leaving a touch of magic on the WMA stage.

BINI bags big wins

Meanwhile, girl power was in full force as BINI, the Nation’s Girl Group, claimed three major awards.

The eight-member powerhouse group was honored with Group of the Year, Pop Performance of the Year for their chart-topping hit “Karera,” and Pop Song of the Year for the infectious anthem "Pantropiko."

This year’s 10th WMA, the largest edition to date, not only celebrated outstanding music but also spotlighted charity, bringing together the best of OPM and its fans.

In addition to the major award wins, the evening recognized two exceptional KDR Icons for their invaluable contributions to the music industry.

Ogie Alcasid, a stalwart of OPM and one of the country’s most celebrated hitmakers, was named the KDR Icon of Musical Excellence.

Apl.de.ap, the Grammy-winning Black Eyed Peas member and founder of the Apl.de.Ap Foundation International, was honored as the KDR Icon of Music and Philanthropy for his efforts in supporting young creatives and giving back to communities in need.

Here is the full list of winners:

Wishclusive Pop Performance of the Year
BINI - "Karera" (Beneficiary: Philippine Foodbank Foundation, Inc.)

Wishclusive Ballad Performance of the Year
SB19 - "ILAW" (Beneficiary: Leukemic Indigents Fund Endowment (L.I.F.E), Inc.)

Wishclusive R&B Performance of the Year
Jay R - "Guiding Star" (Beneficiary: Enhancing Nurturing Disciplining Empowering)

Wishclusive Rock/Alternative Performance of the Year
Dilaw - "Orasa" (Beneficiary: Center for Excellence in Special Education (Stepping Stone) Foundation, Inc.)

Wishclusive Hip-hop Performance of the Year
Loonie - "Tugmang Preso" (Beneficiary: Leukemic Indigents Fund Endowment (L.I.F.E), Inc.)

Wishclusive Contemporary Folk Performance of the Year
Cup of Joe - "Ikaw Pa Rin Ang Pipiliin Ko" (Beneficiary: PGH Medical Foundation, Inc.)

Wishclusive Contemporary R&B Performance of the Year
Yeng Constantino - "BABALA" (Beneficiary: PGH Medical Foundation)

Wishclusive Collaboration of the Year
Zack Tabudlo, Al James - "Gusto" (Beneficiary: Leukemic Indigents Fund)

Wish Pop Song of the Year
"Pantropiko" - BINI (Beneficiary: Philippine Foodbank Foundation, Inc.)

Wish Ballad Song of the Year
"Di Ko Masabi" - Stell (Beneficiary: Center for Excellence in Special Education)

Wish R&B Song of the Year
"sining" - Dionela (feat. Jay R) (Beneficiary: Enhancing Nurturing Disciplining)

Wish Rock/Alternative Song of the Year
"Kanako" - FELIP (Beneficiary: Enhancing Nurturing Disciplining Empowering)

Wish Hip-hop Song of the Year
"GET RIGHT" - Josh Cullen (Beneficiary: Leukemic Indigents Fund Endowment (L.I.F.E), Inc.)

Wish Contemporary Folk Song of the Year
"Umaycan" - Noel Cabangon (Beneficiary: Tondo Community Initiative for)

Wish Contemporary R&B Song of the Year
"Segundo, Siguro" - Arthur Nery (Beneficiary: PGH Medical Foundation, Inc.)

Wish Song Collaboration of the Year
"Kalakal" - SB19, Gloc-9 (Beneficiary: Leukemic Indigents Fund Endowment (L.I.F.E), Inc. & PGH Medical Foundation, Inc.)

Wish Breakthrough Artist of the Year
Stell (Beneficiary: Center for Excellence in Special Education (Stepping Stone) Foundation, Inc.)

Wish Group of the Year
BINI (Beneficiary: Enhancing Nurturing Disciplining Empowering Restoring)

Wish Artist of the Year
PABLO (Beneficiary: PGH Medical Foundation, Inc.)

Special Awards
KDR Icon of Musical Excellence: Ogie Alcasid
KDR Icon of Music and Philanthropy: apl.de.ap, Founder of Apl.de.Ap Foundation International
Wishers’ Choice: Stell

Spotify Awards
Spotify KALYE Song of the Year: “Babaero” by gins&melodies (feat. Hev Abi)
Spotify KALYE Artist of the Year: Hev Abi

The recipients of the major awards were awarded a WMA trophy along with a cash prize of P25,000, and their selected charitable organizations received P100,000.