It was the third night of TJ’s sold-out concert Sarili Nating Mundo, and they just performed the anthemic love song “Palagi” when KZ finally gave a touching congratulatory speech for TJ.
Teasing KZ, TJ initially said, “Kasi nung first two nights wala kang message sa akin. Ngayon daw meron kang sasabihin sa akin.”
Looking uneasy with what she’s about to do, KZ shyly quipped, “I-message ko na lang sa yo!”
“Nahihiya siya pag ganito, e. Wag ka mahiya, Baby,” TJ sweetly told KZ.
Cringing at TJ’s cheesy endearment, KZ jokingly gestured that she’d punch him on stage.
But TJ only laughed at her, expecting such a reaction from his wife who’s known for her astig vibe on and off cam.
Pointing at her failure to pull off a “demure” speech, KZ quipped, “Seryoso na. Uwing-uwi na sila!”
Distracted again with the audience requesting for KZ and TJ to share a kiss, KZ exclaimed, “Mamaya magsawa kayo! Hanggang lumabas kayo naka-kiss kami. Tignan natin kung di kayo magsawa. Ma-MTRCB kami.”
Then turning serious, she finally thanked TJ’s solid supporters for making his three-night concert at the Araneta a success.
“Okay seryoso na to. Sa mga nanood ng Day 1, Day 2, maraming salamat for choosing to be with TJ these past three days.
“Di po kayo nagkamali sa taong susuportahan.
“Kasi kung gaano siya ka-generous on stage sa puso niya, kung paano siya magkuwento, kung paano siya nagi-inspire, nage-encourage sa inyo na nanonood ngayon, ganon na ganon siya off stage.”
KZ pointed out how her husband waited for 10 years before he finally experienced a big breakthrough in his musical career.
His song “Palagi” became a hit song, and was even chosen to be the theme of the currently highest box-office movie Hello, Love, Again starring Alden Richards and Kathryn Bernardo.
KZ TANDINGAN ON TJ MONTERDE’S CAREER BREAKTHROUGHS
Continuing, KZ expressed how God answered her husband’s prayers.
“This person is an example of God’s testimony that he’s the God of everything.
“Na kaya Niyang i-compress ang time, kaya Niyang ibigay lahat ng mga pangarap mo sa isang ganun [snap].
“Sobra akong grateful that I get to witness that every single day for the rest of our days.
“Aside from a great artist, singer-songwriter, head of his own label, husband, dada to our dogs, son-in-law, brother, TJ is my inspiration.”
KZ added that TJ inspires her to keep going when she’s experiencing uncertainties with her craft.
“Kasi, as an artist, I also feel like I’m in my season of waiting. And sometimes, Ifeel like it’s time to just throw in the towel.
“But every time I wake up in the morning, and I look to my left, I see this man.
“And I am reminded that a few years ago, he was ready to give up. But he chose to fight.
“And in less than a year, he’s now one of the most streamed artists in the Philippines.
“He’s the first male solo act to sell out Araneta Coliseum three nights in a freaking row.
“In behalf of all of us, thank you for reminding us that dreams do come true.”
TJ MONTERDE AND KZ TANDINGA’S TENTH ANNIVERSARY
It was just last January 28 when the couple marked their 10th year anniversary since they became a couple.
They got married on August 28, 2020 in Batangas.
“I love you so much. Wala ka nang magagawa. You signed away your rights. Joke! Jinoke ko na lang, maiiyak na ako,” KZ told TJ.
She added, “I love you so much. I never imagined that I could love you even more after 10 years of being together.
“And I’m excited to spend 10 more lifetimes with you. I love you!”
To which TJ sweetly replied, “I love you, Baby!”
Proving that she’s not a fun of PDA, KZ pointed out, “Andiyan yung nanay at tatay natin! Astig lang kasi dapat ako!”
She appeared to be evading the moment before TJ finally gave her the sweetest kiss on the lips.
Sariling Mundo is presented by Cornerstone Entertainment and directed by John Prats.
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