VIDEO: “Palaboy” singer admired in Northern Samar goes viral online

VIDEO: "Palaboy" singer, admired in Northern Samar goes viral online

Because of his lovely voice, a video of a homeless guy singing in a store in Catarman, Northern Samar, has gone viral on social media.

Vivencio Empalmado’s rendition of James Ingram’s “Just Once” astounded uploader Fernan Fabregaras, so he recorded it.

More than 6 million people have viewed the hobo singer’s video. Some people have offered him assistance in the form of free haircuts, clothing, and food.

In Catarman, Northern Samar, the hobo singer is well-known. He is dubbed as “Tagapok Palaboy”.