Kyla

Kyla, born Melanie Hernandez Calumpad-Alvarez on January 5, 1981, is a celebrated Filipino singer known as the "Queen of R&B" in the Philippines. She gained fame for her impressive vocal range and soulful style, which helped redefine R&B and soul music in the country. Kyla started young, competing in singing contests as a child, and rose to prominence as a runner-up on *Metropop Star Search* in 1997. Her debut album *Way to Your Heart* (2000) was a hit, featuring the award-winning single "Hanggang Ngayon." Over her career, she has released multiple platinum-certified albums blending R&B, soul, pop, and jazz, with notable songs like "Because of You" and "I Don’t Want You to Go." Besides music, Kyla has also worked as an actress and television personality, making her a well-rounded figure in Filipino pop culture.