TAGBILARAN CITY, Bohol — Eight-year-old Bohol singer Jilean Shain Taghap, also known as “Shin Shin” and the “Biritera ng Bohol,” is preparing to take the next step in her young music career with the planned release of her own original songs.
Taghap recently traveled from Bohol to Manila for her first press conference, where she met with entertainment journalists and music executives to discuss her career plans and much-anticipated debut album.
Although the young singer appeared shy at first while answering questions from the media, her confidence quickly showed when she took the stage. Wearing a little red dress, Taghap performed her viral covers of “Banal na Aso, Santong Kabayo” and “Nosi Balasi,” impressing the audience with her strong vocals and expressive singing style. Her powerful voice and natural stage presence have helped her gain attention online, with her performances reaching audiences beyond Bohol.
Taghap’s mother, Diocelle Taghap, was present during the young singer’s first media event. She admitted that her daughter’s sudden online popularity has been overwhelming, especially since she never planned to make her daughter famous.
Taghap’s mother said she was still overwhelmed by her daughter’s sudden rise to fame. She admitted that she was shocked because she never expected things to turn out this way and had never intended to make her daughter famous. Despite the unexpected attention, she said she was very happy with what was happening to her daughter.
Young singer to release original Filipino songs
Taghap and her mother also shared plans to release original music that will showcase the young singer’s powerful voice and rock-influenced style. According to her mother, Taghap’s music has been influenced by Janine Berdin and other ballad-rock singers. Her upcoming songs are expected to be written in Filipino to connect with a wider audience.
The young singer has openly expressed her admiration for Berdin, saying she was amazed by the singer’s powerful voice and unique way of adding her own style to every song. Taghap also said she developed a love for Filipino music at an early age after hearing her parents listen to Filipino songs at home. Her biggest dream is to one day perform with Berdin and follow in her idol’s footsteps as a singer.
Family plays a major role in her singing career
Taghap’s musical talent also runs in the family. Her grandmother was reportedly a singing champion in several competitions during the 1980s, while her mother has been helping train her since she was young and has also performed at local events.
Her uncle has likewise been supporting her growing music career. With the support of her family, Taghap is continuing to develop her skills while adjusting to the attention that comes with becoming a viral young singer.
Bohol singer thanks her growing fan base
Taghap expressed her gratitude to fans who have supported her performances and helped her reach a wider audience. She promised to continue giving her best whenever she sings and thanked her supporters for believing in her talent.
With her viral performances already gaining attention and original songs now in the works, the young “Biritera ng Bohol” is poised to begin a new chapter in her music career.
