WATCH: Nicole Scherzinger celebrates Filipino roots with TikTok video
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As Gen Z might put it, it’s the “Filipino chakra” in full effect! After all, “Hush, Hush” is a karaoke staple among Filipinos, and who better to perform it than Nicole Scherzinger herself, who proudly embraces her Filipino heritage?
Scherzinger, the world renowned singer and former lead vocalist of the American girl group The Pussycat Dolls, recently celebrated her Filipino heritage with a TikTok performance of the group’s hit song “Hush, Hush.”
@nicolescherzinger Tell me your a Filipino without telling me your a Filipino 🤣❤️
The video, which was recorded during a dinner gathering and now has over 420,000 hearts and 4.1 million views as of writing, showcases Scherzinger’s signature vocal style and presence that never gets old.
Her recent TikTok performance quickly garnered a flood of positive reactions, particularly from her Filipino fans. She shared some of the enthusiastic comments on her post, adding the caption, “Tell me you’re a Filipino without telling me you’re a Filipino.”
Fans were eager to praise her, dubbing her the “karaoke queen.” One user remarked, “That’s the Filipino genes working on her,” while another comment proudly flashed, “Proud to be Filipino” as Scherzinger performed.
The singer also wrote, “So proud to be Filipino,” with two different versions of heart emojis.
The Pussycat Dolls, known for their sultry dance moves and catchy pop hits, achieved global success with tracks like “Don’t Cha,” “When I Grow Up,” and “Buttons.” Scherzinger, born to a Filipino father and a Hawaiian-Ukrainian mother, played a pivotal role in the group’s rise to fame, bringing her unique blend of vocal talent and stage charisma to the forefront. She has become an icon for many Filipinos as the group defined the music of a generation.
Afterall, Scherzinger’s latest TikTok serves as a joyful homage to her cultural heritage, further connecting with her diverse audience and reinforcing her status as an international pop icon.
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