Sen. Bam Aquino pays tribute to BINI. Handout
BINI serenaded Senator Bam Aquino with a birthday song during their visit to the Senate on Wednesday, May 6, to receive recognition for their historic performance at the Coachella.
Aquino, who turned a year older on Thursday, May 7, danced joyfully as the Nation's Girl Group sang a happy birthday song.
After that, the group attended the plenary session, where they received a parchment copy of Aquino’s Senate Resolution No. 370, which was officially adopted by the Senate in celebration of their accomplishment.
In his resolution, Aquino praised BINI for giving pride and honor to the country while also displaying Filipino talent and artistry on the worldwide stage during their performances at Coachella, one of the world's most prestigious and highest-grossing music festivals, on April 10 and 17, respectively.
“Sa kauna-unahang pagkakataon, isang Filipino act ang nagtanghal sa isa sa pinakamalaking music festivals sa buong mundo. Masasabi natin na ang tagumpay na ito ay isang ‘Salamin’ ng galing at talento ng Pilipino sa pandaigdigang entablado,” Aquino said in his sponsorship speech.
“Ang tagumpay ng BINI ay isang panalong dapat ipagdiwang sa gitna ng mga hamon at krisis na kinahaharap ng ating bansa. Sa kanilang pagtatanghal sa Coachella, ipinamalas nila ang ating Filipino Pride sa pamamagitan ng pagsasama ng mga tradisyonal na elemento sa kanilang mga kasuotan, musika, at koreograpiya,” he added.
Aquino emphasized that BINI’s accomplishment on the international stage will serve as an inspiration for many Filipino youth to strive for their dreams.
“Ang kanilang tagumpay ay nagsisilbing inspirasyon sa napakaraming kabataang Pilipino na mangarap at maniwala na kaya rin nilang maabot ang world stage,” he pointed out.
The senator also said that BINI’s Coachella appearance is not only a victory for the music industry, but also for the entire Philippines.
“Pinatutunayan nito ang lumalaking potensyal ng ating creative economy at ang kakayahan nitong magbigay ng dangal at oportunidad sa ating mga kababayan sa buong mundo,” he stressed, adding that his daughters, Rory and Coco, are certified fans of BINI.
“Pinagmamalaki ko na ang aking mga anak ay kabilang sa 'Bloom' community at pati shared Spotify account namin ay halos puro BINI ang kanta,” he added.
Aquino is an ardent advocate for Filipino talent. He invited local musicians to showcase their abilities during the 2022 and 2025 election campaigns, and at the People Power 40 Kick-Off Concert, he once again emphasized the power of Filipino music.