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Quiz: How well do you know the music of the ‘80s and ‘90s?
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ANSWERS 
Courtesy: Star Records
Courtesy: Viva Records
Before Gloc 9 became THE Gloc 9, he was part of a local hip hop group Death Threat, the rappers responsible for the very iconic ‘90s rap “Gusto Kong Bumaet.” (Yes, we heard you sing the next lines. We don’t blame you, we did the same.) 
Courtesy: Star Records
Like all child stars, L.A Lopez started as a cute bibo boy dancing to catchy tunes. Do you remember him adorably singing along to Bulinggit Rap? Yes, his own mother composed that.
Before the dawn of digital music, there was the ol’ reliable cassette tape -- which any self-respecting “Generation X” kid would know by heart after spending countless of hours rewinding them by hand (or by pencil).
Hidden in your music stash, probably, are the albums of these artists. You think you can name all of them? Let’s go and find out.
Hint: Mahal Naman Kita, Jubilee, Tell the World of His Love
Hint: Tanging Yaman, Muntik na Kitang Minahal
Hint: Gusto Kong Bumaet (this is kind of a giveaway already, folks)
Hint: Bulinggit Rap, Yakap
Hint: Tanging Yaman, Muntik na Kitang Minahal
Hint: Gusto Kong Bumaet (this is kind of a giveaway already, folks)
Hint: Bulinggit Rap, Yakap
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Courtesy: Star Records
During the 1980s, Jamie Rivera would be seen belting out pop love tunes such as “Mahal Naman Kita” or more popularly known in videoke bars as “Pangaraaaaap ka na lang baaaa, o magiging katotohanan paaaa?”
But in 1995, during the visit of then Pope John Paul II for World Youth Day, Jamie was tasked to sing the event’s official theme song. “Tell the World of His Love” launched her as the country’s Inspirational Diva.
Since then, she became the face of religious music like “Jubilee” and “Heal Our Land.” Recently, Jamie was seen singing in front of Pope Francis for His Holiness’ apostolic visit to the Philippines.
From Saudi Arabia, Carol Banawa and her family moved back to the Philippines where she pursued a career in acting and singing. We’re sure you’ve sung her love ballad “Muntik na Kitang Minahal” once or twice (okay, maybe a few hundred times but we’re not judging).
Aside from cheesy love songs, Carol also became known for “Tanging Yaman” -- a song highlighting the importance of someone you treasure. The song even became the official soundtrack of the highly-acclaimed film of the same title.
After a tragic incident in 2003 when his brother died of carbon monoxide poisoning, Carol took a break from showbiz. Her family moved to the United States.
Now, Carol is happily married to a US Military soldier and is blessed with two kids.
Courtesy: Viva Records
Before Gloc 9 became THE Gloc 9, he was part of a local hip hop group Death Threat, the rappers responsible for the very iconic ‘90s rap “Gusto Kong Bumaet.” (Yes, we heard you sing the next lines. We don’t blame you, we did the same.)
The song is a about the people’s struggle of wanting to do good yet ending up doing the opposite. Everyone could relate to it -- more so its singers, uh, rappers.
After a stint with the US police, “Beware” or Ron says he’s still struggling with staying on the good side for the sake of his family. He thanks God that his life has made a turn for the better.
“Hi-Jakkk” or Michael, on the other hand, harbored a resentment for God when he was abandoned by his father in his childhood. But time did heal all wounds and now, Michael is happily married, starting a family, and managing his own call center company.
Courtesy: Star Records
Like all child stars, L.A Lopez started as a cute bibo boy dancing to catchy tunes. Do you remember him adorably singing along to Bulinggit Rap? Yes, his own mother composed that.
L.A’s career hit a plateau when he reached the awkward pre-teen age. He shied away from showbiz for a while before surfacing again for his phenomenal comeback hit “Yakap.”
Because of his talent, L.A got a scholarship to study abroad. This was when he began going to church and finding God amidst all his troubles that he left in the Philippines. His newfound faith moved him to becoming a pastor. In no time, he decided to come back to his homeland and plant a church in Quezon City.
Now, L.A is a senior pastor of his church -- a job he claims as “24/7” and one you “cannot retire from.”
We hope we took you down memory lane with these artists and their very memorable songs (we’re still rapping “Gusto Kong Bumaet” in our heads)! Their stories are examples of how everything -- heartache, death, troubles, and faith -- can come together in music.
How did you fare in our quiz, Kapuso? Tell us in the comments!
