Filipino P-pop group SB19 continues to make waves across Asia after landing at No. 2 on the HITO Japan/Asia Music Chart with their collaboration track “Emoji” alongside Taiwanese pop star Jolin Tsai.
The chart, which factors in record sales, digital streams, and radio airplay across the region, places SB19 just behind global powerhouse BTS, whose track “SWIM” currently holds the top spot. K-pop giants BLACKPINK follow closely at No. 3, further highlighting the competitive landscape SB19 is thriving in.
“Emoji,” now on its third week on the chart with a peak position of No. 2, marks another milestone for the group as they continue to expand their reach beyond the Philippines. The collaboration with Tsai—one of Mandopop’s biggest names—has helped bridge fanbases across Southeast and East Asia, boosting the track’s performance across multiple platforms.
The HITO chart is widely regarded as a key regional indicator, combining 20% record sales, 30% digital music platform performance, and 50% radio airplay from Taiwan’s Hit FM network. SB19’s strong showing across all three metrics signals not just fan-driven success, but growing mainstream recognition.
This latest achievement reinforces SB19’s position as one of the leading acts in the P-pop movement, steadily carving out space in a music scene long dominated by Korean and Japanese artists. As “Emoji” continues its chart run, the group’s presence at the top tier of an Asia-wide ranking underscores a bigger shift—Filipino artists are no longer just breaking through, they’re staying in the conversation.
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With the first quarter of the year officially over, Billboard Philippines rounds up its selection of notable music videos from January to March 2026.
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Wakas at Simula was a massive success, A'TIN! Our P-Pop Kings shined at the SMDC Festival Grounds with thunderous performances of their biggest hits, drawing fans from across the world and turning the moment into a true global celebration in the Philippines.
The sold-out show was co-produced by Live Nation PH Managing Director Rhiza Pascua and 1Z Entertainment, and was directed by Paolo Valenciano.
Our MAHALIMA made us all proud and ecstatic, delivering an unforgettable finale to their concert series. We feel the power, @SB19Official!
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SB19 fans could not help but feel concerned when the P-pop Kings sang about endings in "Wakas." Though the symbol of the "Wakas at Simula" album is a semicolon, signifying completion but also continuation, good things coming to an end is difficult to contemplate.
But SB19 has never been afraid to be vulnerable, and they bravely confronted this inevitable fact of life during their "Wakas at Simula: The Trilogy Finale" concert.
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(1/2) In the days following their sold-out “Wakas at Simula: The Trilogy Concert Finale,” SB19 expressed their gratitude to A’TIN through a heartfelt letter on Weverse, sharing some more backstage and concert moments.
"Because in every stage we step on, we carry A’TIN with us," the quintet wrote in their letter.
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Read how "Wakas" is the beginning of SB19's future beyond themselves: https://t.co/btdTKXMpDM
What makes SB19 eight-year run remarkable is that the hype surrounding them has never relied solely on PR campaigns or industry push. While marketing can create awareness, it cannot sustain genuine interest over time. SB19’s momentum is different it is visible in sold-out concerts, organic online engagement, and the unwavering support of fans who actively promote their work across platforms. This kind of hype is not manufactured it is earned.
A’TIN, plays a crucial role, but even that support is a response to something real. Fans are drawn not just to polished performances, but to the group’s discipline, involvement in their own production, and willingness to take creative control. In a landscape where “payola” and artificial boosts are often questioned, SB19 stands as an example of how longevity comes from credibility. People stay because they see the work, the improvement, and the sincerity.
Eight years in, SB19 is not simply maintaining relevance they are redefining what it means to last. Their story challenges the idea that hype fades quickly, proving instead that when it is rooted in authenticity, it can grow stronger over time. This is not a moment created by noise or influence behind the scenes. It is the result of years of effort, talent, and a genuine bond with their audience.
SB19’s longevity is their strongest statement: real hype doesn’t need to be forced it endures.😉
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Relive the "Wakas at Simula" finale over and over again through an upcoming concert film, which SB19 promised is "something truly special."
Read: https://t.co/DTlFZs4tux
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Congratulations @1zentertainment@SB19Official! It has been a pleasure. 🙏
Buong pusong nag papasalamat sa tiwala at sa laging pag sama samin sa pag lipad nyo.
This has been #WakasAtSimula 🍎
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The 1Z Artist Roster, captured backstage at Wakas at Simula: The Trilogy Concert Finale last April 18.
This year marks the beginning of our expanding roster. Stay tuned for what's next!
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