I Belong to the Zoo is a Filipino indie pop-rock band founded by Argee Guerrero. Initially a solo project, it later expanded to include additional members. The band gained recognition for its heartfelt and melancholic “hugot” songs, often inspired by personal experiences and emotions. Argee Guerrero’s influences include Damien Rice and several OPM (Original Pilipino Music) rock bands like Slapshock and Greyhoundz.
The band’s name originated from a playful twist during a personal moment, reflecting Guerrero’s humor and creativity. Known for their relatable lyrics and mellow melodies, their music often explores themes of love, heartbreak, and introspection. They are most famous for the hit single “Sana,” which became a cultural phenomenon in the Philippines and was featured in the 2019 film Open and a Mang Inasal commercial.
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Read MoreI Belong to the Zoo is a Filipino indie pop-rock band founded by Argee Guerrero. Initially a solo project, it later expanded to include additional members. The band gained recognition for its heartfelt and melancholic “hugot” songs, often inspired by personal experiences and emotions. Argee Guerrero’s influences include Damien Rice and several OPM (Original Pilipino Music) rock bands like Slapshock and Greyhoundz.
The band’s name originated from a playful twist during a personal moment, reflecting Guerrero’s humor and creativity. Known for their relatable lyrics and mellow melodies, their music often explores themes of love, heartbreak, and introspection. They are most famous for the hit single “Sana,” which became a cultural phenomenon in the Philippines and was featured in the 2019 film Open and a Mang Inasal commercial.
Their discography includes two albums, I Belong to the Zoo (2017) and Kapiling (2021), along with several singles such as “Balang Araw” and “Patawad, Paalam,” a collaboration with Moira Dela Torre. The band has also received accolades like the 2019 MYX New Artist of the Year and Wish 107.5’s Ballad Song of the Year for “Balang Araw”
