Almira Lat Trinidad wasn’t content with having an Ed Sheeran tune as her wedding song. No, this bride sang her original song, “He Knows”, made her hubby Joshua Trinidad cry a river and scored a viral hit song in the process! Almira has the sweetest voice, and hearing her heartfelt delivery, it’s easy to understand why there wasn’t a dry eye in the house, as the guests teared up right alongside the groom.
Viewers compared Almira’s voice to a Disney princess, and they certainly hit the nail on the head there. Her delivery has such a hopeful and magical quality that made the ceremony feel right out of a Disney movie. Almira’s viral performance at her wedding warmed the hearts of five million fans. “He Knows” also became a popular song, not just because of the moment captured on video, as tens of millions of fans also streamed the audio of the studio version on platforms such as Spotify and YouTube.
The bride co-wrote the song, contributing additional lyrics, while established Filipino songwriter Lolito Go crafted the primary words and melody. Go penned the tune specifically for Almira’s wedding at her request. He has also composed for prominent artists such as Moira dela Torre and Juris. Arranger Iean Iñigo and producer Jayr Bañez rounded out the creative team, shaping an arrangement that supports the emotional lift of the melody.
That vocal poise also points to previous stage experience. Almira was a quarterfinalist on the popular Philippine singing competition Tawag ng Tanghalan. Her breath control and dynamic precision are clearly evident here, allowing her to hit high notes effortlessly while keeping the atmosphere tender and reverent. For a closer look at the words she crafted alongside Lolito Go, hear Almira’s studio cut of “He Knows”.
Online viewers fell in love with both the spiritual focus and the smooth tone of the vocals. One fan said: “It feels like a Disney princess singing on her wedding day.” The song also sparked real-life wedding plans, with one commenter sharing, “Really love this song. I’m getting married this Saturday and I requested this song to my sister for her to sing.”
The song quickly moved past its original video upload. Almira officially released “He Knows” to streaming services in January 2024, with a dedicated instrumental version already available for others wishing to sing it. What began as a personal ceremony performance has grown into an online favourite, spawning covers and dance versions from other creators.