"Habang Buhay" has become a staple for Filipino weddings and romantic celebrations.
In June 2024, Zack actually performed the song live during Cong and Viy’s real-life wedding reception , turning the fictional video into a real-world "forever" [2, 16].
The official music video, directed by Moises Zee, brought this story to life using real-life YouTube couple [15, 29]. Zack Tabudlo - Habang Buhay
Instead of grand gestures, the video focuses on "mundane" everyday moments—playing mobile games, cooking together, and doing household chores [15].
Released in September 2021, is one of the most beloved tracks by Filipino singer-songwriter Zack Tabudlo . It’s more than just a song; it’s a modern OPM anthem about unconditional, everlasting love [9, 10, 18]. The Core Story: A Promise of Forever "Habang Buhay" has become a staple for Filipino
Zack himself appears as a "fly-on-the-wall" observer, serenading the couple with his electric guitar as they go about their day [15]. Impact and Legacy
The phrase translates to "for a lifetime" or "forever" [23]. The song tells the story of a man who is completely smitten with someone, promising to stay by their side even as they both grow old and grey [10]. It captures that rare feeling where the world seems to slow down just by looking at a loved one [10]. The Music Video: Mundane Magic Instead of grand gestures, the video focuses on
The song has reached millions of listeners, appearing in various "sound sessions" and acoustic versions, solidifying Zack's reputation as a master of the romantic ballad [20, 24].