This video from a collection of harana songs went viral—3.7 million views on Instagram and counting—mostly among younger viewers. I’ve often wondered why now, when the Harana documentary was filmed 15–18 years ago and remained in relative obscurity. Social media plays a role, for sure. But I have another theory: I think Filipinos—especially the younger generation—are beginning to embrace their own music and culture—a shift away from colonial mentality. Have we begun to turn the page? Ako'y Maghi

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