Alicia Keys found ‘inspiration’ from Filipino fans

MANILA, Philippines - It was a surprise for many to see Alicia Keys at Villamor Airbase, Monday morning, Nov. 25.

The international singer allotted some of her time to the victims of super typhoon Yolanda, especially the kids who were traumatized by the incident.

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Alicia Keys bought some coloring books for the kids, as mentioned by one of the volunteers in Villamor Airbase.

Wow ah! Alicia Keys, namigay ng coloring book sa mga bata sa Villamore Airbase! <33333333

— Isaac Iglesias (@isaacciglesias) November 25, 2013

Aside from seeing and helping the victims first-hand, the 'If I Ain’t Got You' singer also has a song in iTunes, where the proceeds will go to the victims of the super typhoon.

Alicia keys is such a sweet person who really cares for the victims of Yolanda. She even has a song on iTunes for the Philippines . Thanks

— Victoria G. Belo, MD (@VickiBelo) November 25, 2013

Meanwhile, another trend in Twitter is Alicia Keys and Regine Velasquez-Alcasid’s duet during the former’s concert Monday night, November 25, at the Mall of Asia Arena. The two female singers belted out the song “If I Ain’t Got You,” which awed everyone in the crowd.

@reginevalcasid you were amazing! It was such a treat seeing you singing with @aliciakeys #FilipinoPride

— Cristalle B. Henares (@cristallebelo) November 25, 2013

After the concert, Alicia Keys posted in her Twitter account, saying she saw 'inspiration' from the Filipino people.

I'm so grateful I was able to come to the Philippines and spend some time with some of the most resilient, beautiful spirits I've ever met.

— Alicia Keys (@aliciakeys) November 25, 2013

Today was next level. Thank you for your inspiration

— Alicia Keys (@aliciakeys) November 25, 2013