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"Idol" Contestant Sings '70s Anime Music

You know, I've realized that the video of Filipino inmates dancing the Haruhi dance is the most popular post I've made here in Only in Asia. So this time, I'll be sharing another Asian video with an anime twist.

In the past, there was a TV network named ABC 5 (now known as TV5). One of their shows at that time was "Philippine Idol", the Filipino version of the international hit talent show. (Not to be confused with "Pinoy Idol", the recent Filipino version which paled in comparison to the original.)

During the auditions, one anime fan decided to take a shot at Idol fame. And her song of choice: the opening theme song for Choudenji Machine Voltes V, a 1970's giant robot anime series that has become a significant part of Filipino pop culture.

So yes, even theme songs from giant robot anime can be used in a popular talent show. That is, if you're in the Philippines. I wonder what Simon would say to that.

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