Power belter Katrina Velarde has teamed up with American pop group 98 Degrees for a new version of their 1999 hit “I Do (Cherish You),” now featuring Tagalog lyrics.
Originally written by Keith Stegall and Dan Hill, the song was first released in 1998 by country singer Mark Wills. A year later, 98 Degrees—composed of Nick and Drew Lachey, Jeff Timmons, and Justin Jeffre—recorded their own version, which reached No. 13 on the Billboard Hot 100.
The Suklay Diva, known for her wide vocal range and spot-on impressions of other artists, showcased her powerful vocals in this re-recording. With nearly 700,000 YouTube subscribers, she has built a strong online presence through covers of international hits like Air Supply’s “I Can Wait Forever” and Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You.”
Apart from doing covers, she has released original songs, including “Magkaibang Mundo,” the theme for the 2019 film Just A Stranger, and the 2023 ballad “Ako Ba O Siya?” written by Vehnee Saturno.
The Taglish version of “I Do (Cherish You)” is now available on 98 Degrees’ Spotify and YouTube channels.
