Diamante (Morissette song)

"Diamante" (transl. "Diamond") is a song recorded by Filipino singer Morissette. This song was among the top 15 finalists for the 2016 Himig Handog: P-Pop Love Songs songwriting competition. The song was written by Jungee Marcelo and was included in the compilation album titled Himig Handog P-pop Love Songs (2016), which was released on January 13, 2016.^[1]

"Diamante"
Official music video thumbnail
Single by Morissette
from the album Himig Handog P-pop Love Songs (2016)
Language	Tagalog
Released	January 13, 2016 (2016-01-13)
Genre	Pop OPM
Length	3:56
Label	Star Music
Songwriter(s)	Jungee Marcelo
Producer(s)	Jungee Marcelo
Music video
"Diamante" on YouTube

Critical reception

Joseph Atilano, a critic from Philippine Daily Inquirer, praised the song for showcasing Morissette's artistic growth and versatility.^[2]

Music video

The music video was directed by Jane Sotelo and produced by the San Beda College Alabang. It was released on ABS-CBN Star Music official YouTube channel on April 1, 2016.^[3]

Personnel

Credits adapted from YouTube:^[3]

• Morissette – vocals
• Jungee Marcelo – songwriter, producer
• Marlon Oliveros – arrangement
• Niño Regalado – drums
• Dante Tañedo – mixing, mastering

Cover versions

In 2019, Antonette Tismo, a contender from The Clash, performed the song to secure her place in the Top 10.^[4] In 2023, the 3rd runner-up of Tawag ng Tanghalan (season 6), Jezza Quiogue, performed a medley of Morissette's songs, including "Akin Ka Na Lang", "'Di Mapaliwanag", and "Diamante".^[5] Rachell Laylo, the 1st runner-up of Tawag ng Tanghalan (season 4), also performed the song at the 74th anniversary of General Nakar in Quezon Province.^[6]

Accolades

Awards and nominations for "Diamante"

Year[a]	Award	Category	Result	Ref.
2016	Himig Handog	Best Song	Nominated	[7]

Notes

1. Indicates the year of the ceremony. Each year is linked to the article about the awards held that year, wherever possible.

References

1. Villano, Alex (March 20, 2016). "LISTEN: The top 15 of Himig Handog P-Pop Love Songs 2016". Rappler. Archived from the original on July 30, 2022. Retrieved February 19, 2024.
2. Atilano, Joseph (June 14, 2016). "My thoughts on Morissette Amon". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Archived from the original on October 6, 2023. Retrieved September 14, 2023.
3. "Morissette - Diamante (Official Music Video)". Star Music. April 1, 2016. Archived from the original on August 13, 2023. Retrieved February 19, 2024.
4. Ching, Mark Angelo (December 9, 2019). "Antonette Tismo wins The Clash comeback episode". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Archived from the original on February 19, 2024. Retrieved February 19, 2024.
5. Basco, Karl Cedrick (May 6, 2023). "Lyka Estrella is 'Tawag ng Tanghalan' 6th grand champion". ABS-CBN News. Archived from the original on September 26, 2023. Retrieved February 19, 2024.
6. "David Licauco, Kelvin Miranda, other celebrity guests charmed people of General Nakar". LionHearTV. July 29, 2023. Archived from the original on February 19, 2024. Retrieved February 19, 2024.
7. Dimaculangan, Jocelyn; Anarcon, James Patrick (April 24, 2016). "Himig Handog 2016 winners revealed; Bailey May and Ylona Garcia win in four categories". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Archived from the original on February 19, 2024. Retrieved February 19, 2024.