QUEZON CITY, Philippines (The Adobo Chronicles, Manila Bureau) – Move over Manny Pacquiao. Make way for the new singing idol, Mayor Rodrigo Duterte.

The tough-talking, foul-mouthed frontrunner presidential candidate showed his soft side on national television when he sang live on TV host Vice Ganda’s show. In close to perfect pitch!

Duterte’s poll ratings were already high prior to his live performance. They skyrocketed even more after the show. Showcasing his musical talent was merely icing on the cake.

Oh, how Filipinos love singing celebrities. Even before Pacquiao, many will remember how then First Lady Imelda Romualdez Marcos sang her way into the hearts of her countrymen, with her signature songs, “Dahil Sa Iyo,” “Dandansoy” and “Feelings.”

Did Duterte just seal the deal to become the Philippines’ next president? The next singing president?