1993

Manila, Philippines

Paul Marney Malolos Leobrera was born to Dr. Emyline Malolos Leobrera and Dr. Mar Anthony Ibañez Leobrera on September 9, 1993. Much to their surprise, their first and only child was born with a cleft lip and palate, and 12 fingers instead of only 10.

Nonetheless, they did all they could to make his life bearable at the very least. At age 3, Paul first held the microphone and made the stage his playground. Ever since, he kept a dream in his heart-

To freely express who I am through the music I make with my guitar

To be the voice of those who can’t speak for themselves

To tell the world that no disability can ever hinder one from having a dream