Ashtine Olviga is stepping into her pop star era, and we can’t wait to see her own the spotlight as a well-rounded artist.
Music has always been in the cards for “The Nation’s Mutya.” While there’s no denying her acting chops and versatility on-camera, her passion for performing also knows no bounds. Ashtine and singing go way back, and her debut single, “Love Like U,” can surely attest to that.
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On April 22, 2026, Ashtine had her fans grooving and grinning from ear to ear as “Love Like U” hit streaming platforms everywhere. The feel-good song takes you through the emotions that crash into you out of nowhere whenever the love of your life—be it a silly crush, a significant other, or even a fictional character from your childhood that you never moved on from—becomes the sole subject of your daydreams.
We all have a special someone who comes to mind whenever “Love Like U” plays at full blast. This vibrant track is going straight to our “lover girl” playlists, and for many good reasons. Here’s why you should give it a listen, too:
A Debut Single from the Heart
“Love Like U” is simple, wholesome, fun, and so unapologetically Ashtine. From its bright concept and kilig-worthy lyrics to her calm, cool vocals, the song effortlessly captures her personality, which we’ve already witnessed extensively in her remarkable acting journey.
Ashtine still has many surprises in store for her remarkable debut, including a new lyric visualizer and an upcoming solo concert. She’s making the most out of this new feather in her cap, and rightfully so. The effort and dedication she has put into “Love Like U” make us all the more excited for her future artistic endeavors, be it in music, acting, or otherwise.
A Full Circle Moment Worth Celebrating
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If you’ve been a fan of Ashtine for quite a while now, you’d know that she actually had her start in Pinoy Pop (P-pop). After performing and training with her fellow idols for a few years, she ventured into acting, which eventually led to her on-screen breakthroughs.
We can’t help but cheer for Ashtine as her career slowly but surely comes full circle. “Love Like U” proves that her heart will always beat for the stage, no matter where life takes her. It’s no surprise that her debut single was welcomed with overwhelming support from her friends in the P-pop industry.
The “Love Like U” launch party was nothing short of a star-studded gathering. Members of P-pop groups KAIA, RAYA, and GAT brought their positive energy to Ashtine’s latest feat, encouraging more fans to give the single its well-deserved flowers.
Working With the Big Leagues in OPM
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“Love Like U” is a simple yet radiant single that everyone can enjoy and relate to, and we have the one and only Thyro Alfaro to thank for that.
We couldn’t be happier for Ashtine, having teamed up with one of the most revered singer-songwriters in Original Pilipino Music (OPM) for her one-of-a-kind debut track. Thyro, who wrote, composed, and produced “Love Like U,” has established a notable career in the local music scene by working on various OPM and P-pop hits, including:
- “Dati” by Sam Concepcion, Tippy dos Santos, and Quest,
- “Kilometro” by Sarah Geronimo,
- “No Erase” by James Reid and Nadine Lustre, and
- “Maharani” by ALAMAT, to name a few.
Now, we can proudly say that Ashtine is among the many Filipino hitmakers and rising stars that the prolific Thyro has collaborated with. It’s a major honor in every sense of the word, and this is only the beginning of Ashtine’s glowing chapter in music and beyond.
More from Ashtine Olviga
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Upon the release of “Love Like U,” Ashtine gave her fans a treat by announcing her first solo concert, happening later this year. This marks another first in Ashtine’s journey, bound to open more doors for her artistic growth.
We don’t know the exact details of her concert yet, but we’ll definitely be singing and dancing along to every performance. If you want to explore more of Ashtine’s discography, you can listen to:
- Her heartfelt cover of “Sa Bawat Sandali” by Amiel Sol, and
- Her soulful rendition of “Sa Panaginip Na Lang” by ALAMAT.
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