Days after Yeng Constantino successfully wrapped up her two-day sold-out concert at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, several celebrity friends took to social media to celebrate the OPM hitmaker’s 20th anniversary in the music industry.
Among those who shared heartfelt messages for Yeng was Erik Santos, who recalled encouraging his longtime friend to push through with her first solo concert despite her initial fears.
“Grabe ang takot mo noon dahil pakiramdam mo, masyadong malaki ang Araneta para sa iyo. Pero Yeng, never akong nag-doubt. Buong-buo ang loob ko na kaya mo itong i-pull off (pa-producer na nga friend! 😅). At heto na nga, hindi mo lang ito basta na-pull off, bro. Pinuno mo ang Araneta hindi lang ng Yengsters, kundi ng pagmamahal, ng mga kuwento, at ng walang katapusang hits,” Erik said.
He also thanked Yeng for the songs she has created for him throughout his career and for being there during some of his biggest milestones: “I will always be deeply grateful for the incredible songs you have created for me through the years. Your words have a way of touching hearts, and sharing those melodies with you is something I truly truly treasure.”
“Beyond your massive talent, sobra akong thankful for your genuine soul, your authenticity and the beautiful friendship we share behind the scenes. Here’s to two decades of breaking boundaries, writing anthems, and inspiring millions. I am so incredibly proud of you, Yeng,” he added.
Kyla, meanwhile, praised Yeng’s performance, particularly her vocals, stage presence, and authenticity in the past two days.
“You were exceptional. Your voice did not waver once through all the songs you sang. And i found myself glued to you during your spiels. I wanted to take more photos and videos pero hindi ko nagawa as much as i wanted to. I couldn’t take my eyes off of you. You are a superstar. ♥️,” she said.
“I think what made your fans and us love you, aside from your big talent syempre, is your honesty. I love how you stay true to who you are. In a world full of false personas there is someone like you who is not afraid to admit their flaws mapa stage man o hindi - you show us the real you. :),” she added.
She also admired how Yeng remains true to herself and continues to celebrate fellow artists: “You don’t hesitate to give others their flowers. The way you celebrate other artists is so inspiring. Yung humility mo tumatagos sa stage. I love that about you. Congratulations!!! Deserve na deserve mo ang lahat ng success and more!!! God Bless You Always!!! Love you ♥️.”
Angeline Quinto also congratulated Yeng, joking about being part of the anniversary concert without a talent fee.
“Thank you, Yenggay naging bahagi ako ng 20th Anniversary mo. Congratulations @yeng 💖 Sana marami pa tayong songs na makanta together. ILY Yenggay 😘 Wag mo sanang kalimutan na galing sa puso ko ang sinabi ko pero mas galing sa nag iisang Concert King @martinnievera yun. 🥰 🎉.”
KZ Tandingan, who was one of the guests during the first night of the concert, also shared photos from the show and greeted Yeng on her milestone, saying: “Happy 20th Anniv ate @yeng !!! ❤️🔥”
OPM veteran Ogie Alcasid also praised Yeng following the concert, calling her performance “simply awesome” and congratulating her on the successful two-night show.
“You were simply awesome my dear Yeng! Simply awesome!! There is absolutely no one like you. Congratulations on your mega successful 2 night concert at the @smartaranetacoliseum 🔥🔥🔥🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️🎤🎤🎤🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭 @yeng”
Yeng thanked Ogie for his continued support and praised him as one of the OPM legends who has never been selfish with his encouragement and advice.
“Lodi po talaga kayo! Meeting you Sir, mas lalo ko kayo minahal dahil napakabuti nyo po at grabe ang love nyo kay God. Nakakahawa po ang inyong ilaw. Kami rin po ay lumiliwanag pagkasama namin kayo. Salamat po for sharing your life to us! We love youuuu!” she said.
Gary Valenciano, who was also among those who watched the concert, highlighted Yeng’s sincerity throughout the show.
“She’s one who truly deserved a night like this. She felt every song and meant every word spoken. Every song had the audience singing along with her. I could see and sense how sincere she was in thanking her audience, her friends, her management, and her colleagues…and how she thanked her Lord and Savior!!!! She was simply Yeng-mazing!!! Congrats @yeng I’m excited to see where God is going to take you in the many years to come! We love you 🙏🏼😊🤍👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽”
Jona also shared how proud she was of Yeng after watching the concert, praising not only her performance but also her humility and testimony of faith.
“I was really touched by your heart, your humility, your stories and your testament of God’s faithfulness sa buhay mo. Maraming salamat sa musika mo, for inspiring us and letting us experience your #BiyahengBente and i wish you more anniversaries and concerts like this to come because you really deserve it!!” she wrote.
Concert director John Prats, meanwhile, congratulated Yeng on reaching two decades in the industry: “Congratulations, @yeng , sa 20 YEARS mo sa industry! ❤️🔥 Grabe… in God’s perfect time talaga. 🙏🏻 Deserve na deserve mo ang gabing ’to at lahat ng pagmamahal na natanggap mo.”
Yeng’s two-night Biyaheng Bente: 20th Anniversary Concert marked another milestone in her career since winning Pinoy Dream Academy.
Following her Manila shows, Yeng is set to bring her show to Cebu on September 20. She will then embark on her US tour from September 25 to October 3 before holding another concert in Laguna on December 4.