Jose Mari Chan is a Filipino singer, songwriter, businessman, and TV presenter. He is widely regarded as one of the country’s most renowned balladeers and composers, and is popularly dubbed as the “King of Philippine Christmas Carols”.
Chan was born on March 11, 1945, in Iloilo City, Philippines. He began his musical career in the late 1960s, and released his debut album, Deep in My Heart, in 1969. He has since released 14 studio albums, including the multi-platinum Christmas In Our Hearts (1990), which became one of the best-selling albums in the Philippines.
Chan’s songs are known for their heartwarming lyrics and melodies, and many of them have become Christmas classics, such as “Christmas In Our Hearts”, “A Perfect Christmas”, and “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas”. He has also written and recorded songs about love, loss, and other personal experiences.
In addition to his music career, Chan is also a successful businessman. He is the founder and chairman of the Summit Media Group, which publishes several magazines and newspapers in the Philippines. He is also the founder of the Jose Mari Chan Foundation, which provides scholarships to underprivileged children.
Chan has received numerous awards and recognitions for his work, including the Lifetime Achievement Award from the PMPC Star Awards for Music, and the Aliw Awards Hall of Fame Award. He was also inducted into the Eastwood City Walk of Fame in 2018.
Chan is a national treasure in the Philippines, and his music has brought joy to people of all ages for generations. He is a true icon of Philippine music, and his legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.
Here are some of Jose Mari Chan’s most popular songs:
- Christmas In Our Hearts
- A Perfect Christmas
- Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
- Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!
- The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire)
- Winter Wonderland
- Silent Night
- O Holy Night
- Joy to the World
- Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
- Away in a Manger
Jose Mari Chan is a true legend in the Philippine music industry. His songs have touched the hearts of millions of people, and he continues to be a beloved figure in the country. He is a true national treasure, and his legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.
