18 Greatest Hits: Jaya cover

18 Greatest Hits: Jaya

Jaya · 2009

78 min · 18 tracks · soul

A heartfelt collection of soulful ballads that showcase emotional depth and vocal prowess, resonating with themes of love and longing.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Mula Sa Puso — This track exemplifies Jaya's vocal range and emotional intensity, making it one of her signature songs that resonates deeply with fans.
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    Dahil Tanging Ikaw — A classic love ballad that highlights Jaya's ability to convey passion and longing, this track has become iconic in her discography.
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    I Still Believe in Love — This song features uplifting lyrics paired with Jaya's soulful interpretation, serving as a testament to her talent for blending emotion with melody.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • heartfelt emotional reflections
  • contemplative moments of nostalgia

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time Jaya released '18 Greatest Hits' in 2009, she had established herself as a prominent figure in the Philippine music scene, known for her powerful voice and emotive delivery. This compilation came after years of successful singles and albums, positioning her as a leading contemporary soul artist in the region.
Stylistic neighbors
Erykah Badu· Anderson .Paak· Hiatus Kaiyote

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Kahit Na

    The bridge introduces a poignant shift where the singer confronts heartache while reaffirming their commitment despite challenges.

    This moment showcases a vulnerability that contrasts with the preceding verses, emphasizing the depth of personal struggle within a relationship.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Laging Naroon Ka 3:39
  • 2 Dahil Tanging Ikaw 3:56
  • 3 Hanggang Ngayo’y Mahal 3:43
  • 4 Mula Sa Puso 4:40
  • 5 I Can See Clearly Now 4:12
  • 6 Sa Duyan Ng Pag‐ibig 4:10
  • 7 Kahit Na 4:38
  • 8 Wala Na Bang Pag‐ibig 4:24
  • 9 Di Na Ba Kita Mapipigilan 4:38
  • 10 Love Hurts 3:42
  • 11 Honesty 4:11
  • 12 Paulit‐ulit 4:46
  • 13 I Still Believe in Love 3:57
  • 14 Sana Maulit Muli 6:40
  • 15 Kung Ako’y Iiwan Mo 4:47
  • 16 Dahil Ba Sa Kanya 4:20
  • 17 Love 4:20
  • 18 I Just Fall in Love Again 3:55

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata