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{{Short description|Filipino singer (born 1989)}}
'''Jonalyn Viray''' (born [[November 15]] [[1989]] [[San Mateo, Rizal]]) also known as "soul princess" is a versatile singer from the [[Philippines]] known for her notable vocal ability.
{{Philippine name|Roxas|Viray}}
{{Use Philippine English|date=March 2023}}
{{Use mdy dates|date=September 2021}}
{{Infobox person
| name = Jona
| image = JonalynVirayfearless1.jpg
| caption = Jona in 2013
| birth_name = Jonalyn Roxas Viray
| birth_date = {{birth date and age|1989|11|15}}<ref name="JonalynVirayBasicInfo&FactsFromGMA7network"/>
| birth_place = [[Marikina]], Philippines<ref name="JonalynVirayBasicInfoFromGMA7network"/>
| alma mater = [[University of Santo Tomas Conservatory of Music]]
| occupation = Singer, songwriter
| years_active = 1995–present
| agent = Viva Artists Agency (2023–present)<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.lionheartv.net/2023/11/jona-viray-viva-artists-agency/#google_vignette|title=Will Jona Viray remain a Kapamilya now that she's with Viva Artists Agency?|work=LionHearTV|date=November 29, 2023|access-date=November 30, 2023}}</ref> <br/>
| module = {{Infobox musical artist
| embed = yes
| background = solo_singer
| instrument = Vocals
| origin = [[Pio Duran, Albay|Pio Duran]], [[Albay]], Philippines<ref name="JonalynVirayBasicInfoFromGMA7network">{{cite web|url=http://www.igma.tv/profile/jonalyn-viray |title=Jonalyn Viray Basic Info from TV Network GMA 7 |publisher=GMA 7 Philippine TV Network |access-date=March 22, 2011 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110629145206/http://www.igma.tv/profile/jonalyn-viray |archive-date=June 29, 2011 }}</ref>
| genre = [[Pop music|Pop]], [[Contemporary R&B|R&B]], [[Soul music|soul]], [[Classical music|classical]]
| label = {{hlist|[[GMA Records]]|Creative Media Entertainment|[[Star Music]]|[[Star Magic]]}}
| website = [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA0nWBiJGfkt9IhnNLiLcxA YouTube channel]
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'''Jonalyn Roxas Viray''' (born November 15, 1989), known [[mononym|mononymously]] as '''Jona''', is a Filipino singer and songwriter.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.the-top-tens.com/lists/best-female-singer-21st-century.asp |title=56k |publisher=The-top-tens.com |access-date=March 22, 2011}}</ref> She was catapulted to mainstream prominence after she emerged as the first grand champion of ''[[Pinoy Pop Superstar]]''.
=Biography=
Born on November 15, 1989, Jonalyn is the eldest of 4 kids from San Mateo, Rizal. She's start joining singing contest in her early age. She has won first runner-up in "Birit Bulilit" of IBC-13 as a child and in "MTB Teen Pop Star." Her winning piece was [[Mariah Carey]]’s "[[Never Too Far]]." Growing up, Jonalyn, much like any aspiring singer, admired [[Mariah Carey]], [[Whitney Houston]], [[Regine Velasquez]] and later, [[Kelly Clarkson]]. Jonalyn is now one of the most acclaimed, most in demand teen popstar in the Philippines. She is considered one of the greatest singers ever to reach the music scene because of her technically skilled voice, belting her ballads and uptempo hits. She joined [[GMA Network|GMA 7]]'s talent search [[Pinoy Pop Superstar]] and won with her rendition of [[Reflection (Christina Aguilera song)|Reflection]] by [[Christina Aguilera]]. On it's second week, she won again with her rendition of it might be you and make her a fix finalist when she sung [[Get Here]] on its following week. At the finals night, she first sang "[[It Might Be You]]." From the eight finalists, four were chosen: Jonalyn along with Charmaine Piamonte, Michael Garcia and the crowd’s favorite, Brenan Espartinez.


She was the lead singer of trio girl-group [[La Diva (group)|La Diva]], alongside [[Maricris Garcia]] and [[Aicelle Santos]] following her career as a solo artist. They were chosen to sing the [[Lupang Hinirang|Philippine National Anthem]] at the [[Manny Pacquiao vs. Miguel Cotto]] boxing match in [[Las Vegas]] as well as the theme song of Philippine remake of the Mexican telenovela, ''[[Rosalinda (Philippines TV series)|Rosalinda]]''. Following the group's disbandment and her return as a solo artist, she released her single "Help Me Get Over" which was awarded the Song of the Year Award at the 6th [[PMPC Star Awards for Movies|PMPC Star Awards for Music]].<ref>{{cite news|work=GMA News|url=http://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/379400/showbiz/chikaminute/my-husband-s-lover-ending-theme-by-jonalyn-viray-named-song-of-the-year-at-star-awards|title='My Husband's Lover' ending theme by Jonalyn Viray named Song of the Year at Star Awards}}</ref> Jona ended her decade-long exclusivity with [[GMA Network, Inc.|GMA]] in February 2016 and transferred to [[ABS-CBN]], changing her screen name to Jona. On her first project in the Kapamilya Network, Jona sang "I Will Survive", the theme song of primetime drama series, ''[[We Will Survive (TV series)|We Will Survive]]''.<ref name="Anarcon">{{cite news|url=http://www.pep.ph/news/62283/jonalyn-viray-now-a-kapamilya-changes-screen-name-to-jona?ref=latest|title=Jonalyn Viray now a Kapamilya; changes screen name to Jona|work=Philippine Entertainment Portal|last=Anarcon|first=James Patrick|date=February 24, 2016|access-date=February 24, 2016}}</ref> She also sang the second version of "[[I'll Never Love This Way Again]]" from the OST soundtrack of 2016 romantic-drama film ''[[Barcelona: A Love Untold]]'' and was chosen to sing the [[65th Miss Universe]] theme titled "Confidently Beautiful".
In the second bout involving four of them, Jonalyn sang [[Whitney Houston]]’s "[[Run to You]]." She was chosen to be one of the final two contenders, the other being Brenan who sang [[George Michael]]’s "[[Careless Whisper]]." In their face off, they both sang "My Miracle" and it was Jonalyn who emerged as the champ.


Throughout her career as a member of La Diva and as a solo artist, Jona has won 9 [[Awit Award]]s, [[Aliw Awards]], PMPC Star Awards for Music and World Championship of Performing Arts. In 2018, Jona made Awit Award history as the first Filipino artist sweeping all digital categories – Most Downloaded Song for "You", Most Downloaded Artist, Most Streamed Song for "Pusong Ligaw", and Most Streamed Artist – while her self-titled album won Best-Selling Album of the Year.<ref name="pop.inquirer.net">{{Cite web|url=https://pop.inquirer.net/64377/kz-gloc-9-iv-of-spades-win-top-prizes-at-31st-awit-awards|title=KZ, Gloc-9, IV of Spades Win Top Prizes at 31st Awit Awards|website=Inquirer.net|date=October 19, 2018 }}</ref> She is known for her [[belting (music)|belting]] technique, melismatic singing style, and her ability to sing [[operatic]] arias.
=Present, On My Own=


==Early life and career==
Finally, the time has come for Pinoy Pop Superstar Jonalyn Viray to shine on her own as GMA Records releases her debut album “On My Own”. Jonalyn's first album is in fact a dream come true – from the little girl who aimed for a goal to reach her destiny, the young diva has now achieved that goal and made her dream a reality.
===Early life===
Jonalyn Roxas Viray was born on November 15, 1989, in [[Marikina]], Philippines. She is the only girl and the eldest of four children from [[Pio Duran, Albay]].<ref name="JonalynVirayBasicInfo&FactsFromGMA7network">{{cite web|url=http://www.igma.tv/profile/jonalyn-viray |title=Jonalyn Viray Basic Info and Facts from TV Network GMA 7 |publisher=GMA 7 Philippine TV Network |access-date=March 22, 2011 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110629145206/http://www.igma.tv/profile/jonalyn-viray |archive-date=June 29, 2011 }}</ref> She started joining singing contests at an early age.<ref name="JonalynViraySingingCompetitionsJoinedArticle"/> She won first runner-up in ''Birit Bulilit'' of [[Intercontinental Broadcasting Corporation|IBC 13]] as a child<ref name="JonalynViraySingingCompetitionsJoinedArticle">{{cite web |url=http://www.filipinomusica.com/jonalyn-viray.html |title=Jonalyn Viray Singing Competitions Joined Article Source |publisher=filipinomusica.com |access-date=March 22, 2011 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101226073355/http://www.filipinomusica.com/jonalyn-viray.html |archive-date=December 26, 2010 }}</ref> and one of the finalists in ''MTB Teen Pop Star'' where her winning piece was [[Mariah Carey]]'s "[[Never Too Far]]".<ref name="JonalynViraySingingCompetitionsJoinedArticle" />
Jona was 15 years old when she competed at the singing competition ''[[Pinoy Pop Superstar]]'' held by the local television station [[GMA Network]] and hosted by [[Regine Velasquez]]. Jona emerged as the weekly champion after singing the [[Whitney Houston]] hit song "[[Run to You (Whitney Houston song)|Run to You]]". She also sang "[[Reflection (Mulan song)|Reflection]]", "[[I Have Nothing]]" and "[[Never Too Far]]" on the weeks that follow, and after four consecutive weeks of being weekly champion, she qualified to the grand finals.


For winning the title of, Jona won 1 million pesos in cash and became the owner of a Futura Classic house and lot developed by Filinvest and a brand-new [[Toyota Innova]]. She also won an exclusive one-year contract with [[GMA Records]], the recording arm of [[GMA Network]], and received 100,000 pesos worth of Belo Medical services, plus gift certificates worth 50,000 pesos from Gandang Ricky Reyes.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://findarticles.com/p/news-articles/manila-bulletin/mi_7968/is_2005_May_11/jonalyn-viray-pinoy-pop-superstar/ai_n34021238/ |archive-url=https://archive.today/20120714224230/http://findarticles.com/p/news-articles/manila-bulletin/mi_7968/is_2005_May_11/jonalyn-viray-pinoy-pop-superstar/ai_n34021238/ |url-status=dead |archive-date=July 14, 2012 |title=Jonalyn Viray Emerged as the first ever Pinoy Pop Superstar |publisher=Findarticles.com |date=May 11, 2005 |access-date=March 22, 2011 }}</ref>
The petite belter now proves to everyone that she has made it as a singer with a sure hit album like “On My Own”. Now a GMA Artist Center talent, Jonalyn rightfully claimed the title of being the ultimate Pinoy Pop Superstar, besting some of the most brilliant young singers now. The amateur singing contest paved the way for the young lass and she is now reaping the fruits of her hard work. And with her first solo album, her talent sparkles even brighter with the ten tracks that highlight her vocal prowess. “Close to Where You Are”, Jonalyn's carrier single can effortlessly turn any listener to a fan. Composed by ace composer Danny Tan, this is the first song Jonalyn sang as a Pinoy Pop Superstar grand winner. In front of thousands of people in the Araneta Coliseum after she was declared the winner in the Pinoy Pop Superstar Grand Showdown, she sang the song with all her heart and showed everyone that she rightfully deserved to be the one and only Pinoy Pop Superstar.


===Transfer to ABS-CBN===
Jonalyn's renditions of “It Might Be You”, “Get Here”, and “[[Run To You]]” are also bound to be hits among the young and old. She will surely mesmerize listeners with her rendition of the Darna theme song “Di Na Mag-iisa”.
In February 2016, Jona ended her decade of exclusivity with [[GMA Network|GMA]] and transferred to rival network [[ABS-CBN]]. Part of her reintroduction was the changing of her [[stage name|screen name]] to Jona. Her earliest project in the Kapamilya Network saw her competing in the 2016 edition of [[Himig Handog]], a songwriting and music video competition and also singing "I Will Survive", the theme song of primetime drama series, ''[[We Will Survive (TV series)|We Will Survive]]''.<ref name="Anarcon"/>


From then on she has sung several theme songs for ABS-CBN films and drama series, became a mainstay of the longest noontime musical variety show ''[[ASAP (variety show)|ASAP]]'', released her first album under [[Star Music]] which achieved Gold and Platinum certifications, held two major concerts, and competed and won second place in Himig Handog 2017. On the 31st [[Awit Award]], Jona won 6 awards, Most Downloaded Artist, Most Streamed Artist, Most Downloaded Song for "You", Most Streamed Song for "Pusong Ligaw", People's Voice for Favorite Collaboration for "Till the End of Time" with BoybandPH and Best Selling Album of the Year for self-titled album "Jona". Her collaboration with Regine Velasquez, "Matibay", also won Best Musical Arrangement award for composer Marvin Querido.
Jonalyn's soulful voice is in full force with “On My Own”. Pinoy Pop Superstar's “Soul Sister” sheds off the shyness of a former dreamer to wear the cloak of a certified diva.


===ASAP Birit Queens===
=Voice=
On May 15, 2016, [[ASAP (variety show)|ASAP]] launched a group called the ASAP Birit Queens. The group is composed of Jona, [[Morissette (singer)|Morissette]], [[Angeline Quinto]] and [[Klarisse de Guzman]]. The group held a concert on March 31, 2017, at the [[Mall of Asia Arena]].


The group temporarily disbanded in late 2017, but has since reunited occasionally.
Jonalyn Viray is widely known for her big soulful voice and her [[belting]] technique. She is classified as [[spinto soprano]]. She is known for her versatilty and consistency in singing in wide [[genres]]. She is also known for her [[melismatic]] singing style. Her voice is being likely compared to the likes of [[Kelly Clarkson]], [[Christina Aguilera]] and [[Whitney Houston]].


=== Billboard Philippines ===
==Audio/Video Sample==
On the launch of the Billboard Philippines, three of Jona's songs charted in Billboard Philippines Top 20: "Pusong Ligaw" and "Maghihintay Ako" charted at number 3 and number 4 respectively,<ref>{{Cite magazine|title=Billboard Philippines Launches First National Charts|url=https://www.billboard.com/articles/columns/chart-beat/7840919/billboard-philippines-launches-first-national-charts|access-date=2021-02-06|magazine=Billboard|language=en}}</ref> and "You" charted at number 9.<ref>{{Cite web|title=3 kanta ni Jona, kasama sa BillboardPH top 20|url=https://www.philstar.com/pang-masa/pang-movies/2017/06/17/1711099/3-kanta-ni-jona-kasama-sa-billboardph-top-20|access-date=2021-02-06|website=Philstar.com}}</ref>


=== 24th ASIAN Television Awards ===
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8bwfpOaXD18&search=regine%20velasquez%20SHINE Jonalyn Viray's performance showing her spinto soprano vocals]
Jona was called to perform for 2 Nights at the 27th Asian Television Awards when it happened for the first time in the Philippines. On the gala night, she performed a cover of "Somewhere Over The Rainbow" and "The Magic Flute "Queen of the Night aria" ("Der Hölle Rache kocht in meinem Herzen")<ref>{{Cite web|date=2020-01-16|title=Anggun napatulala, gustong makacollab si Jona|url=https://phentertainment.net/anggun-napatulala-gustong-makacollab-si-jona/522|access-date=2021-02-06|website=PH Entertainment {{!}} Philippine Entertainment|language=en-US}}</ref> On the artist's night, she performed "Love Don't Cost A Thing", "Into the Unknown", "Fifth Element Aria" and her own song "Till the End of Time".<ref>{{Cite web|last=ClickTheCity|date=2020-01-08|title=Stars of PH, Thailand, and More to Gather in Manila For Asian Television Awards|url=https://www.clickthecity.com/events/article/2724/stars-of-ph-thailand-and-more-to-gather-in-manila-for-asian-television-awards/|access-date=2021-02-06|website=ClickTheCity|language=en-US}}</ref>


=== YouTube Music Night ===
=Discography=
Jona was chosen by YouTube Philippines to be the first Filipina to headline the YouTube Music Night for the whole of Southeast Asia.<ref>{{Cite web|last=Corporation|first=ABS-CBN|title=Jona ignites the love month celebration in "YouTube Music Night's" free virtual concert {{!}} ABS-CBN Corporate|url=https://www.abs-cbn.com/newsroom/news-releases/2021/2/4/love-jone-youtube-music-night-digital-concert-vale?lang=en|access-date=2021-02-06|website=ABS-CBN}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=Jona Viray feels pressured being the first local artist to represent the Philippines at 'YouTube Music Night'|url=https://www.msn.com/en-ph/entertainment/other/jona-viray-feels-pressured-being-the-first-local-artist-to-represent-the-philippines-at-e2-80-98youtube-music-night-e2-80-99/ar-BB1dqQi3|access-date=2021-02-06|website=www.msn.com}}</ref> Jona has been called "one of the industry's top female performers and recording artists".<ref>{{Cite web |last=Red |first=Isah V. |date=2015-12-12 |title=Jonalyn's new chapter in her career |url=https://manilastandard.net/showbitz/columns0/simply-red-by-isah-v-red/194246/jonalyn-s-new-chapter-in-her-career.html |access-date=2023-08-09 |website=Manila Standard |language=en-US}}</ref>


==Artistry==
'''On My Own''' (debut album under GMA Records)
=== Influences ===
Close To Where You Are
Jona has said that from childhood she has been influenced by [[Regine Velasquez]], [[Céline Dion]], and [[Mariah Carey]] for her [[Music genre|musical style]], and [[sound]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Santiago |first=Ervin |title=Flashback Friday |website=[[Inquirer Bandera|Bandera]] |date=August 5, 2016 |url=https://bandera.inquirer.net/127858/flashback-friday-3 |access-date=2023-06-07 |language=en-US}}</ref><ref name="JonalynVirayBasicInfo&FactsFromGMA7network" /><ref name="Celebrity Ring">{{cite web|url=http://www.celebrityring.info/Jonalyn_Viray.html |title=Jonalyn Viray Biography, Voice, Albums |publisher=Celebrity Ring |date=August 22, 2008 |access-date=March 22, 2011 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101126181259/http://www.celebrityring.info/Jonalyn_Viray.html |archive-date=November 26, 2010 }}</ref> She also admires to [[Aretha Franklin]], [[Barbra Streisand]], [[Beyoncé]], [[Christina Aguilera]], [[Etta James]], [[Stevie Wonder]], [[Michael Jackson]], [[Whitney Houston]], and [[Sam Smith]].<ref>{{Cite web |date=2015-12-14 |title=Jonalyn singing a new tune |url=https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2015/12/14/1532652/jonalyn-singing-new-tune |access-date=2023-06-07 |website=www.philstar.com |language=en-US}}</ref>
`Di Na Mag-Iisa (Darna theme song)
If We Just Hold On
Kung `Di Mo Na Mahal
Ikaw Ang Lahat Sa Akin
Hold Me Now
It Might Be You
Get Here
Run To You
My Miracle (Pinoy Pop Superstar theme song)


===Voice and timbre===
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[[File:Jona performing in 2022.jpg|thumb|Jona performing at the Newport Performing Arts Theater Manila in 2022]]
Jona has been noted for her "[[Melisma|melismatic singing style]]" or use of melodic variations.<ref>{{Cite web |title=The soulful birit styles of Angeline, Morissette, Jona, and Klarisse known as the Birit Queens {{!}} ABS-CBN Entertainment |url=https://ent.abs-cbn.com/articles-videos/the-soulful-birit-style-of-angeline-morissette-jona-and-klarisse-known-as-the-birit-queens-13255 |access-date=2023-06-07 |website=ent.abs-cbn.com |language=en}}</ref> Her voice has been described "soulful" and "powerful".<ref>{{Cite web |date=November 13, 2017 |title=Jona Viray, Ready To Conquer Solaire In "Prima Jona" Concert |url=https://orangemagazine.ph/2017/jona-viray-ready-conquer-solaire-prima-jona-concert/ |website=Orange Magazine}}</ref> She is a classically trained artist from the UST Conservatory of Music with a major in classical voice.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Jona Viray sings theme song for 'The World of a Married Couple' on ABS-CBN |url=https://push-web.abs-cbn.com/2020/6/10/fresh-scoops/jona-viray-sings-theme-song-for-the-world-of-a-ma-27929 |website=ABS-CBN Push}}</ref> Critics often lists her among the Top Filipino singers in the world alongside music icons like [[Lea Salonga]]<ref>{{Cite web |title=Lea Salonga named top Filipino singer of 2023 |url=https://mb.com.ph/2023/4/17/lea-salonga-named-top-filipino-singer-of-2023 |access-date=2023-06-07 |website=Manila Bulletin |language=en}}</ref> for "her powerful vocals and her ability to convey raw emotion through her performances"<ref name=":0" /> and has been referred to as the Philippines' "Soul Princess" for her vocal talent.<ref>{{Cite web |title=FROM 'KONTESERA' TO MENTOR {{!}} Jona helps mold the country's next standout voices |url=https://news.tv5.com.ph/breaking/read/from-kontesera-to-mentor-jona-helps-mold-the-countrys-next-standout-voices |access-date=2023-06-06 |website=TV5 News}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Jonalyn Viray, muling bibirit sa Music Museum |url=https://www.philstar.com/pilipino-star-ngayon/showbiz/2014/10/19/1381876/jonalyn-viray-muling-bibirit-sa-music-museum |access-date=2022-07-15 |website=Philstar.com}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Makipagkwentuhan online with Soul Princess Jonalyn Viray! {{!}} GMA Entertainment |url=https://www.gmanetwork.com/entertainment/celebritylife/news/9928/makipagkwentuhan-online-with-soul-princess-jonalyn-viray/story?amp |access-date=2022-07-15 |website=www.gmanetwork.com}}</ref>


===Musical Style===
'''Singles'''
Love is the subject for the vast majority of Jona's music. She is also known for her power ballads which deals with themes of heartbreak, hope, and perseverance.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |last=Robinson |first=Simon |date=2023-04-11 |title=20 Famous Filipino Singers - Singersroom.com |url=https://singersroom.com/famous-topic-filipino-singers/ |access-date=2023-06-07 |language=en-US}}</ref>
Ikaw Nga (Mulawin Movie theme song)

==Discography==
{{Main|Jona discography}}

'''Studio albums'''
* ''On My Own'' (2005)
* ''[[Jona (album)|Jona]]'' (2017)
'''Extended plays'''
* ''Jonalyn Viray'' (2013)

==Concerts==
{|class="wikitable sortable plainrowheaders" style="text-align:center;" width=100%
|+List of concerts, with dates, venues and number of performances
!scope="col" width=23%| Title
!scope="col" | Date
!scope="col" | Venue
!scope="col" width=30% class="unsortable" | Notes
|-
!'''Fearless'''<ref>{{Cite web |title=Jonalyn Viray chooses "fearless" as title of her concert: "...kahit napagdaanan ko na malait-lait...'wag na lang pansinin and face your fears.'" |url=https://www.pep.ph/news/42501/jonalyn-viray-chooses-fearless-as-title-of-her-concert-kahit-napagdaanan-ko-na-malait-lait39wag-na-l |access-date=2023-06-07 |website=PEP.ph |language=en}}</ref>
| February 28, 2014
| rowspan="2" | Music Museum
| colspan="2" | • Jona's first major concert. Guest performers includes Regine Velasquez, [[Kuh Ledesma]] and Brenan Espartinez.
|-
!Journey Into My Heart<ref>{{Cite web |date=2015-11-26 |title=Journey Into My Heart at Music Museum |url=https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2015/11/26/1525868/journey-my-heart-music-museum |access-date=2023-06-07 |website=www.philstar.com |language=en-US}}</ref>
|November 27, 2015
| colspan="2" |• Guest performers includes [[Ice Seguerra]], [[Kyla (Filipino singer)|Kyla]], Tres Marias, and The Angelos.
|-
!Queen of the Night: Jona<ref>{{Cite web |title=Jona will be 'queen of the night' in her first concert on Nov. 25 |date=November 21, 2016 |url=https://entertainment.inquirer.net/206653/jona-officially-signs-with-star-music-to-stage-very-own-concert |access-date=2023-06-07 |language=en-US}}</ref>
|November 25, 2016
|[[New Frontier Theater|Kia Theater]]
| colspan="2" |• Guest performers includes [[Jed Madela]], [[Daryl Ong]] and Regine Velasquez.
|-
!ASAP Birit Queens<ref>{{Cite web |title='Birit Queens' to separate soon? |url=https://www.cnnphilippines.com/entertainment/2017/11/14/birit-queens-jona-viray.html |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171116162844/http://cnnphilippines.com/entertainment/2017/11/14/birit-queens-jona-viray.html |url-status=dead |archive-date=November 16, 2017 |access-date=2023-06-07 |website=cnn |language=en}}</ref>
|March 31, 2017
|[[SM Mall of Asia Arena|Mall of Asia Arena]]
| colspan="2" |• Co-headlined with [[Angeline Quinto]], [[Morissette (singer)|Morissette]] and [[Klarisse de Guzman]].
|-
!Prima Jona<ref>{{Cite web |title=Jona returns to concert stage as 'Prima Jona' |url=https://www.cnnphilippines.com/entertainment/2017/11/14/jona-viray-concert.html |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171115232329/http://cnnphilippines.com/entertainment/2017/11/14/jona-viray-concert.html |url-status=dead |archive-date=November 15, 2017 |access-date=2023-06-07 |website=cnn |language=en}}</ref>
|November 18, 2017
|[[Solaire Resort & Casino|The Theater at Solaire]]
| colspan="2" |• Guest performers includes Regine Velasquez and Arman Ferrer.
|-
!The Aces<ref>{{Cite web |last= |first= |date=2019-03-12 |title=Lani, Jona, Darren gear up for Manila leg of 'The Aces' concert |url=https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/03/12/19/lani-jona-darren-gear-up-for-manila-leg-of-the-aces-concert |access-date=2023-06-07 |website=ABS-CBN News |language=en}}</ref>
|March 30, 2019
|[[Araneta Coliseum|Smart Araneta Coliseum]]
| colspan="2" |• Co-headlined with [[Lani Misalucha]] and [[Darren Espanto]].
|-
|}

==Filmography==
===Television===
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! scope="col" | Year
! scope="col" | Title
! scope="col" | Notes
|-
| 1996 || ''Birit Bulilit <ref name="Jonalyn Viray Filmography">{{cite web|url=https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2072821/ |title=Jonalyn Viray Filmography |website=IMDb |date=August 22, 2008 |access-date=March 22, 2011}}</ref>''|| Rowspan="5"| Herself
|-
| 2004 || ''[[Magandang Tanghali Bayan|MTB]] Teen Popstar <ref name="Jonalyn Viray Filmography"/>''
|-
| 2004—2005 || ''[[Pinoy Pop Superstar]]<ref name="Jonalyn Viray Filmography"/>''
|-
| 2005—2010 || ''[[SOP (variety show)|SOP]]<ref name="Jonalyn Viray Filmography"/>''
|-
| 2005 || ''[[My Guardian Abby]]<ref name="Jonalyn Viray Filmography"/>''
|-
| 2006 || ''[[I Luv NY]]<ref name="Jonalyn Viray Filmography"/>'' || Jenny de Castro
|-
| 2010—2013 || ''[[Party Pilipinas]]'' || Herself
|-
| 2012 || ''[[My Daddy Dearest]]<ref name="Jonalyn Viray Filmography"/>'' || Guest Singer
|-
| 2013—2015 ||''[[Sunday All Stars]]''|| Herself
|-
| Rowspan="2"| 2013 || ''[[Walang Tulugan with the Master Showman]]'' || Guest
|-
| ''[[Kahit Nasaan Ka Man]]'' || rowspan="3"| Herself
|-
| 2014 || ''Cattleya''
|-
| 2015 || ''[[Sarap Diva]]''
|-
| 2015—2016 || ''[[Marimar (2015 TV series)|Marimar]]'' || Real Ate Corazón
|-
| 2016–present || ''[[ASAP (variety show)|ASAP]]'' || Rowspan="3"| Herself
|-
| 2017 || ''[[Magandang Buhay]]''
|-
| 2018 || ''[[I Can See Your Voice (Philippine game show)|I Can See Your Voice]]''
|-
| 2023–present || ''[[Tawag ng Tanghalan]]'' || Hurado
|}

==Awards and nominations==

{{toptextcells}}
{| class="wikitable toptextcells"
|-
! scope="col" | Award ceremony
! scope="col" | Year
! scope="col" | Category
! scope="col" | Nominee(s)/work(s)
! scope="col" | Result
! scope="col" | {{Abbr|Ref.|Reference}}
|-
! scope="row" rowspan="15" | World Championship of the Performing Arts
| rowspan="15" | 2006
| Industry Award For Female Solo
|
| {{won}}
| <ref name="PhilStar-2006">{{Cite web|url=https://www.philstar.com/cebu-entertainment/2006/08/18/353591/pinoys-shine-intl-singing-tilt|title=Pinoys shine in int'l singing tilt|website=Philstar.com}}</ref>
|-
| Gold Medal for Broadway Category
|
| {{won}}
| <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/pinoyabroad/pinoyachievers/703506/pinay-singer-wins-9-medals-in-wcopa-receives-recognition-from-hometown/story/|title=Pinay singer wins 9 medals in WCOPA, receives recognition from hometown|website=GMA News Online|date=August 5, 2019 }}</ref>
|-
| Gold Medal for Original Song
| "Close to Where You Are"
| {{won}}
| <ref name="PhilStar-2006" />
|-
| Gold Medal for Pop Category
|
| {{won}}
| <ref name="PhilStar-2006" />
|-
| Gold Medal for R&B/Jazz Category
|
| {{won}}
| <ref name="PhilStar-2006" />
|-
| Gold Medal for Variety Category
|
| {{won}}
| <ref name="PhilStar-2006" />
|-
| Overall Champion Female Vocal Solo Awards
Original Category
| "Close To Where You Are"
| {{won}}
| <ref name="PhilStar-2006" />
|-
| Overall Champion Female Vocal Solo Awards
Broadway Category
|
| {{won}}
| <ref name="PhilStar-2006" />
|-
| Overall Champion Female Vocal Solo Awards
Pop Category
|
| {{won}}
| <ref name="PhilStar-2006" />
|-
| Duet: Gold Medal for Pop Category
(w/ Brenan Espartinez)
|
| {{won}}
| <ref name="PhilStar-2006" />
|-
| Duet: Gold Medal for R&B/Jazz Category
(w/ Brenan Espartinez)
|
| {{won}}
| <ref name="PhilStar-2006" />
|-
| Vocal Duet Industry Award
|
| {{won}}
| <ref name="PhilStar-2006" />
|-
| Overall Champion for Duet: Broadway
Category
|
| {{won}}
| <ref name="PhilStar-2006" />
|-
| Overall Champion for Duet: Pop
Category
|
| {{won}}
| <ref name="PhilStar-2006" />
|-
| Overall Champion for Duet: Gospel Category
|
| {{won}}
| <ref name="PhilStar-2006" />
|-
! scope="row" | 22nd Awit Awards
| 2010
| People's Choice Favorite Group Recording Artists
| "La Diva"
| {{won}}
| <ref name="pep.ph">{{Cite web|url=https://www.pep.ph/news/local/27220/la-diva-inspired-to-give-more-and-better-performances-after-successive-awards|title=La Diva inspired to give more and better performances after successive awards|website=pep.ph}}</ref>
|-
! scope="row" rowspan="2" | 2nd PMPC Star Awards
| rowspan="2" | 2010
| Best Group of the Year
| "La Diva"
| {{won}}
| <ref name="pep.ph"/>
|-
| Best Music Video of the Year
| "Kasiping Ka"
| {{won}}
| <ref name="pep.ph"/>
|-
! scope="row" | 23rd Aliw Awards
| 2010
| Best Group Performance in a Concert
| "Only La Diva Concert"
| {{won}}
| <ref name="pep.ph"/>
|-
! scope="row" | 24th Aliw Awards
| 2011
| Best Performance by a Female in Hotel Lounges and Bars
| "Jonalyn Uncovered"
| {{won}}
| <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://rodmagaru.com/2011/11/complete-list-of-winners-24th-aliw-awards-2011/|title=Complete list of Winners 24th ALIW AWARDS (2011)|website=rodmagaru|date=November 10, 2011 }}</ref>
|-
! scope="row" | ASOP Music Festival
| 2013
| Song of the Year
| "Ikaw"
| {{won}}
| <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.asoptv.com/winners-2013/|title=ASOP TV Grand Finals 2013 Winners|website=asoptv.com}}</ref>
|-
! scope="row" | 6th PMPC Star Awards
| 2014
| Song of the Year
| "Help Me Get Over You"
| {{won}}
| <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/09/15/14/who-won-6th-pmpc-star-awards-music|title=Who won at the 6th PMPC Star Awards for Music|date=September 15, 2014|website=ABS-CBN News}}</ref>
|-
! scope="row" | 27th Aliw Awards
| 2014
| Best Performance in A Concert
| "Fearless"
| {{won}}
| <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.pep.ph/guide/music/15021/jed-madela-wins-top-honor-at-27th-aliw-awards-baby-barredo-boy-abunda-lea-salonga--john-lesaca-named|title=Jed Madela wins top honor at 27th Aliw Awards; Baby Barredo, Boy Abunda, Lea Salonga & John Lesaca named Lifetime Achievement Awardees|website=PEP.ph}}</ref>
|-
! scope="row" | RAWR Awards
| 2016
| Favorite Song of the Year
| "I'll Never Love This Way Again"
| {{won}}
| <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://rawrawards.lionheartv.net/2016/12/cub-jona-virays-ill-never-love-this-way.html|title=Jona Viray's 'I'll Never Love This Way Again' wins Favorite Song of the Year|website=lionheartv.com}}</ref>
|-
! scope="row" | 7th EdukCircle Awards
| 2017
| Most Influential Female Concert Performers of the Year
| "Birit Queens"
| {{won}}
| <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.edukcircle.com/7th-edukcircle-awards|title=7th EdukCircle Awards|website=edukcircle}}</ref>
|-
! scope="row" | MOR 2017 Music Awards
| 2017
| Song of the Year
| "Maghihintay Ako"
| {{won}}
| <ref>{{cite news |last1=Cagape |first1=Kristhoff |title=Jona, Ylona, Maymay win big at MOR Pinoy Music Awards 2017 |url=https://push.abs-cbn.com/2017/8/6/fresh-scoops/jona-ylona-maymay-win-big-at-mor-pinoy-music-awa-72433 |access-date=6 February 2021 |work=ABS-CBN Push |date=2017}}</ref>
|-
! scope="row" | FILSCAP Songwriters
Award
| 2017
| Hall of Fame
| "Maghihintay Ako"
| {{won}}
| {{citation needed|date=February 2021}}
|-
! scope="row" | Himig Handog 2017
| 2017
| 2nd Best Song
| "Sampu"
| {{won}}
| <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://ent.abs-cbn.com/articles-news/42112617-list-winners-of-himig-handog-2017-1504|title=Himig Handog 2017 Winners|website=ABS CBN Entertainment.com}}</ref>
|-
! scope="row" rowspan="8" | 31st Awit Awards
| rowspan="8" | 2018
|Best Performance by Female Recording Artist
|"Sampu"
| {{nom}}
| <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.onemusic.ph/news/full-list-31st-awit-awards-nominees-3869|title=FULL LIST: 31st Awit Awards Nominees|website=One Music PH}}</ref>
|-
| Best Collaboration
| "Till The End of Time ft. BoybandPh"
| {{won}}
| <ref name="pop.inquirer.net"/>
|-
| Most Downloaded Song
| "You"
| {{won}}
| <ref name="pop.inquirer.net"/>
|-
| Most Streamed Song
| "Pusong Ligaw"
| {{won}}
| <ref name="pop.inquirer.net"/>
|-
| Best Musical Arrangement
| "Matibay ft. Regine Velasquez"
| {{won}}
| <ref name="pop.inquirer.net"/>
|-
| Most Downloaded Artist
| Jona
| {{won}}
| <ref name="pop.inquirer.net"/>
|-
| Most Streamed Artist
| Jona
| {{won}}
| <ref name="pop.inquirer.net"/>
|-
| Best Selling Album of the Year
| "Jona"
| {{won}}
| <ref name="pop.inquirer.net"/>
|-
! scope="row" | 3rd Wish 107.5 Music Awards
| 2018
| Ballad Song of the Year
| "Ano Nga Ba Tayo"
| {{won}}
| <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.wish1075.com/full-list-3rd-wish-107-5-music-awards-winners/|title=Full List: 3rd Wish 107.5 Music Awards Winners|website=Wish1075.com|date=January 15, 2018|access-date=February 20, 2021|archive-date=January 10, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200110120647/https://www.wish1075.com/full-list-3rd-wish-107-5-music-awards-winners/|url-status=dead}}</ref>
|-
! scope="row" | Himig Handog 2018
| 2018
| 5th Best Song
| "Tinatapos Ko Na"
| {{won}}
| <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://ent.abs-cbn.com/articles-news/23111118-list-himig-handog-2018-winners-299|title=Himig Handog 2018 Winners|website=ABS CBN.com}}</ref>
|-
! scope="row" | Himig Handog 2018
| 2018
| Producer's Award: Best Produced track
| "Tinatapos Ko Na"
| {{won}}
| <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://ent.abs-cbn.com/articles-news/23111118-list-himig-handog-2018-winners-299|title=Himig Handog 2018 Winners|website=ABS CBN.com}}</ref>
|-
! scope="row" | 9th EdukCircle AWARDS
| 2019
| Most Influential Performer of the Year
| "The ACES"
| {{won}}
| <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.edukcircle.com/9th-edukcircle-awards|title=9th EdukCircle Awards|website=edukcircle}}</ref>
|-
! scope="row" | 32nd Awit Awards
| 2019
| Best R&B Recording
| "Take It To Forever"
| {{won}}
| <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://ph.news.yahoo.com/opm-wins-list-winners-32nd-120637888.html|title=OPM wins! Here is the list of winners at the 32nd Awit Awards|website=ph.news.yahoo.com}}</ref>
|-
! scope="row" | PMPC Star Awards for Music
| 2019
| Female Recording Artist of the Year
| "Ngayon at Kailanman"
| {{nom}}
| <ref>{{Cite web|title=Nominees for 2019 Star Awards for Music |url=https://news.abs-cbn.com/amp/entertainment/10/30/19/full-list-nominees-for-2019-star-awards-for-music|access-date=2019-10-30|website=news.abs-cbn.com|date=October 30, 2019 |language=en}}</ref>
|}

==References==
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==External links==
==External links==
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Latest revision as of 03:57, 30 November 2024

In this Philippine name, the middle name or maternal family name is Roxas and the surname or paternal family name is Viray.

Jona
Jona in 2013
Born
Jonalyn Roxas Viray

(1989-11-15) November 15, 1989 (age 35)[1]
Marikina, Philippines[2]
Alma materUniversity of Santo Tomas Conservatory of Music
Occupation(s)Singer, songwriter
Years active1995–present
Agent(s)Viva Artists Agency (2023–present)[3]
Musical career
OriginPio Duran, Albay, Philippines[2]
GenresPop, R&B, soul, classical
InstrumentVocals
Labels
WebsiteYouTube channel

Jonalyn Roxas Viray (born November 15, 1989), known mononymously as Jona, is a Filipino singer and songwriter.[4] She was catapulted to mainstream prominence after she emerged as the first grand champion of Pinoy Pop Superstar.

She was the lead singer of trio girl-group La Diva, alongside Maricris Garcia and Aicelle Santos following her career as a solo artist. They were chosen to sing the Philippine National Anthem at the Manny Pacquiao vs. Miguel Cotto boxing match in Las Vegas as well as the theme song of Philippine remake of the Mexican telenovela, Rosalinda. Following the group's disbandment and her return as a solo artist, she released her single "Help Me Get Over" which was awarded the Song of the Year Award at the 6th PMPC Star Awards for Music.[5] Jona ended her decade-long exclusivity with GMA in February 2016 and transferred to ABS-CBN, changing her screen name to Jona. On her first project in the Kapamilya Network, Jona sang "I Will Survive", the theme song of primetime drama series, We Will Survive.[6] She also sang the second version of "I'll Never Love This Way Again" from the OST soundtrack of 2016 romantic-drama film Barcelona: A Love Untold and was chosen to sing the 65th Miss Universe theme titled "Confidently Beautiful".

Throughout her career as a member of La Diva and as a solo artist, Jona has won 9 Awit Awards, Aliw Awards, PMPC Star Awards for Music and World Championship of Performing Arts. In 2018, Jona made Awit Award history as the first Filipino artist sweeping all digital categories – Most Downloaded Song for "You", Most Downloaded Artist, Most Streamed Song for "Pusong Ligaw", and Most Streamed Artist – while her self-titled album won Best-Selling Album of the Year.[7] She is known for her belting technique, melismatic singing style, and her ability to sing operatic arias.

Early life and career

[edit]

Early life

[edit]

Jonalyn Roxas Viray was born on November 15, 1989, in Marikina, Philippines. She is the only girl and the eldest of four children from Pio Duran, Albay.[1] She started joining singing contests at an early age.[8] She won first runner-up in Birit Bulilit of IBC 13 as a child[8] and one of the finalists in MTB Teen Pop Star where her winning piece was Mariah Carey's "Never Too Far".[8] Jona was 15 years old when she competed at the singing competition Pinoy Pop Superstar held by the local television station GMA Network and hosted by Regine Velasquez. Jona emerged as the weekly champion after singing the Whitney Houston hit song "Run to You". She also sang "Reflection", "I Have Nothing" and "Never Too Far" on the weeks that follow, and after four consecutive weeks of being weekly champion, she qualified to the grand finals.

For winning the title of, Jona won 1 million pesos in cash and became the owner of a Futura Classic house and lot developed by Filinvest and a brand-new Toyota Innova. She also won an exclusive one-year contract with GMA Records, the recording arm of GMA Network, and received 100,000 pesos worth of Belo Medical services, plus gift certificates worth 50,000 pesos from Gandang Ricky Reyes.[9]

Transfer to ABS-CBN

[edit]

In February 2016, Jona ended her decade of exclusivity with GMA and transferred to rival network ABS-CBN. Part of her reintroduction was the changing of her screen name to Jona. Her earliest project in the Kapamilya Network saw her competing in the 2016 edition of Himig Handog, a songwriting and music video competition and also singing "I Will Survive", the theme song of primetime drama series, We Will Survive.[6]

From then on she has sung several theme songs for ABS-CBN films and drama series, became a mainstay of the longest noontime musical variety show ASAP, released her first album under Star Music which achieved Gold and Platinum certifications, held two major concerts, and competed and won second place in Himig Handog 2017. On the 31st Awit Award, Jona won 6 awards, Most Downloaded Artist, Most Streamed Artist, Most Downloaded Song for "You", Most Streamed Song for "Pusong Ligaw", People's Voice for Favorite Collaboration for "Till the End of Time" with BoybandPH and Best Selling Album of the Year for self-titled album "Jona". Her collaboration with Regine Velasquez, "Matibay", also won Best Musical Arrangement award for composer Marvin Querido.

ASAP Birit Queens

[edit]

On May 15, 2016, ASAP launched a group called the ASAP Birit Queens. The group is composed of Jona, Morissette, Angeline Quinto and Klarisse de Guzman. The group held a concert on March 31, 2017, at the Mall of Asia Arena.

The group temporarily disbanded in late 2017, but has since reunited occasionally.

Billboard Philippines

[edit]

On the launch of the Billboard Philippines, three of Jona's songs charted in Billboard Philippines Top 20: "Pusong Ligaw" and "Maghihintay Ako" charted at number 3 and number 4 respectively,[10] and "You" charted at number 9.[11]

24th ASIAN Television Awards

[edit]

Jona was called to perform for 2 Nights at the 27th Asian Television Awards when it happened for the first time in the Philippines. On the gala night, she performed a cover of "Somewhere Over The Rainbow" and "The Magic Flute "Queen of the Night aria" ("Der Hölle Rache kocht in meinem Herzen")[12] On the artist's night, she performed "Love Don't Cost A Thing", "Into the Unknown", "Fifth Element Aria" and her own song "Till the End of Time".[13]

YouTube Music Night

[edit]

Jona was chosen by YouTube Philippines to be the first Filipina to headline the YouTube Music Night for the whole of Southeast Asia.[14][15] Jona has been called "one of the industry's top female performers and recording artists".[16]

Artistry

[edit]

Influences

[edit]

Jona has said that from childhood she has been influenced by Regine Velasquez, Céline Dion, and Mariah Carey for her musical style, and sound.[17][1][18] She also admires to Aretha Franklin, Barbra Streisand, Beyoncé, Christina Aguilera, Etta James, Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, and Sam Smith.[19]

Voice and timbre

[edit]
Jona performing at the Newport Performing Arts Theater Manila in 2022

Jona has been noted for her "melismatic singing style" or use of melodic variations.[20] Her voice has been described "soulful" and "powerful".[21] She is a classically trained artist from the UST Conservatory of Music with a major in classical voice.[22] Critics often lists her among the Top Filipino singers in the world alongside music icons like Lea Salonga[23] for "her powerful vocals and her ability to convey raw emotion through her performances"[24] and has been referred to as the Philippines' "Soul Princess" for her vocal talent.[25][26][27]

Musical Style

[edit]

Love is the subject for the vast majority of Jona's music. She is also known for her power ballads which deals with themes of heartbreak, hope, and perseverance.[24]

Discography

[edit]
Main article: Jona discography

Studio albums

  • On My Own (2005)
  • Jona (2017)

Extended plays

  • Jonalyn Viray (2013)

Concerts

[edit]
List of concerts, with dates, venues and number of performances
Title Date Venue Notes
Fearless[28] February 28, 2014 Music Museum • Jona's first major concert. Guest performers includes Regine Velasquez, Kuh Ledesma and Brenan Espartinez.
Journey Into My Heart[29] November 27, 2015 • Guest performers includes Ice Seguerra, Kyla, Tres Marias, and The Angelos.
Queen of the Night: Jona[30] November 25, 2016 Kia Theater • Guest performers includes Jed Madela, Daryl Ong and Regine Velasquez.
ASAP Birit Queens[31] March 31, 2017 Mall of Asia Arena • Co-headlined with Angeline Quinto, Morissette and Klarisse de Guzman.
Prima Jona[32] November 18, 2017 The Theater at Solaire • Guest performers includes Regine Velasquez and Arman Ferrer.
The Aces[33] March 30, 2019 Smart Araneta Coliseum • Co-headlined with Lani Misalucha and Darren Espanto.

Filmography

[edit]

Television

[edit]
Year Title Notes
1996 Birit Bulilit [34] Herself
2004 MTB Teen Popstar [34]
2004—2005 Pinoy Pop Superstar[34]
2005—2010 SOP[34]
2005 My Guardian Abby[34]
2006 I Luv NY[34] Jenny de Castro
2010—2013 Party Pilipinas Herself
2012 My Daddy Dearest[34] Guest Singer
2013—2015 Sunday All Stars Herself
2013 Walang Tulugan with the Master Showman Guest
Kahit Nasaan Ka Man Herself
2014 Cattleya
2015 Sarap Diva
2015—2016 Marimar Real Ate Corazón
2016–present ASAP Herself
2017 Magandang Buhay
2018 I Can See Your Voice
2023–present Tawag ng Tanghalan Hurado

Awards and nominations

[edit]
Award ceremony Year Category Nominee(s)/work(s) Result Ref.
World Championship of the Performing Arts 2006 Industry Award For Female Solo Won [35]
Gold Medal for Broadway Category Won [36]
Gold Medal for Original Song "Close to Where You Are" Won [35]
Gold Medal for Pop Category Won [35]
Gold Medal for R&B/Jazz Category Won [35]
Gold Medal for Variety Category Won [35]
Overall Champion Female Vocal Solo Awards

Original Category

"Close To Where You Are" Won [35]
Overall Champion Female Vocal Solo Awards

Broadway Category

Won [35]
Overall Champion Female Vocal Solo Awards

Pop Category

Won [35]
Duet: Gold Medal for Pop Category

(w/ Brenan Espartinez)

Won [35]
Duet: Gold Medal for R&B/Jazz Category

(w/ Brenan Espartinez)

Won [35]
Vocal Duet Industry Award Won [35]
Overall Champion for Duet: Broadway

Category

Won [35]
Overall Champion for Duet: Pop

Category

Won [35]
Overall Champion for Duet: Gospel Category Won [35]
22nd Awit Awards 2010 People's Choice Favorite Group Recording Artists "La Diva" Won [37]
2nd PMPC Star Awards 2010 Best Group of the Year "La Diva" Won [37]
Best Music Video of the Year "Kasiping Ka" Won [37]
23rd Aliw Awards 2010 Best Group Performance in a Concert "Only La Diva Concert" Won [37]
24th Aliw Awards 2011 Best Performance by a Female in Hotel Lounges and Bars "Jonalyn Uncovered" Won [38]
ASOP Music Festival 2013 Song of the Year "Ikaw" Won [39]
6th PMPC Star Awards 2014 Song of the Year "Help Me Get Over You" Won [40]
27th Aliw Awards 2014 Best Performance in A Concert "Fearless" Won [41]
RAWR Awards 2016 Favorite Song of the Year "I'll Never Love This Way Again" Won [42]
7th EdukCircle Awards 2017 Most Influential Female Concert Performers of the Year "Birit Queens" Won [43]
MOR 2017 Music Awards 2017 Song of the Year "Maghihintay Ako" Won [44]
FILSCAP Songwriters

Award

2017 Hall of Fame "Maghihintay Ako" Won [citation needed]
Himig Handog 2017 2017 2nd Best Song "Sampu" Won [45]
31st Awit Awards 2018 Best Performance by Female Recording Artist "Sampu" Nominated [46]
Best Collaboration "Till The End of Time ft. BoybandPh" Won [7]
Most Downloaded Song "You" Won [7]
Most Streamed Song "Pusong Ligaw" Won [7]
Best Musical Arrangement "Matibay ft. Regine Velasquez" Won [7]
Most Downloaded Artist Jona Won [7]
Most Streamed Artist Jona Won [7]
Best Selling Album of the Year "Jona" Won [7]
3rd Wish 107.5 Music Awards 2018 Ballad Song of the Year "Ano Nga Ba Tayo" Won [47]
Himig Handog 2018 2018 5th Best Song "Tinatapos Ko Na" Won [48]
Himig Handog 2018 2018 Producer's Award: Best Produced track "Tinatapos Ko Na" Won [49]
9th EdukCircle AWARDS 2019 Most Influential Performer of the Year "The ACES" Won [50]
32nd Awit Awards 2019 Best R&B Recording "Take It To Forever" Won [51]
PMPC Star Awards for Music 2019 Female Recording Artist of the Year "Ngayon at Kailanman" Nominated [52]

References

[edit]
  1. ^ a b c "Jonalyn Viray Basic Info and Facts from TV Network GMA 7". GMA 7 Philippine TV Network. Archived from the original on June 29, 2011. Retrieved March 22, 2011.
  2. ^ a b "Jonalyn Viray Basic Info from TV Network GMA 7". GMA 7 Philippine TV Network. Archived from the original on June 29, 2011. Retrieved March 22, 2011.
  3. ^ "Will Jona Viray remain a Kapamilya now that she's with Viva Artists Agency?". LionHearTV. November 29, 2023. Retrieved November 30, 2023.
  4. ^ "56k". The-top-tens.com. Retrieved March 22, 2011.
  5. ^ "'My Husband's Lover' ending theme by Jonalyn Viray named Song of the Year at Star Awards". GMA News.
  6. ^ a b Anarcon, James Patrick (February 24, 2016). "Jonalyn Viray now a Kapamilya; changes screen name to Jona". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved February 24, 2016.
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