John Rey Dariagan
Independent Songwriter · Producer
Original songs, collaborations, and independently produced recordings.
Explore the MusicUPCOMING RELEASE
Magbubuhat
A forthcoming single by Kollabz Music featuring Dondars
Music Library
Browse original songs, co-written works, and productions.
Magpakailan Pa Man
Kollabz Kollektive, Nikki de Leon
Gidawat Mo
Dondars
My God My All
Inspiratunes, Dondars
Liwanag
Max Villa
Gipahiran Niya ang mga Luha Ko
Fernando Agbong
Biyayang Alay
NVYBLUE
Salamat sa Pagdating Mo
Max Villa
Tahan Na
Kollabz Kollektive, Karolyn May Patricio
Pintuan
Kollabz Kollektive, Karolyn May Patricio
Kathang Isip
Kollabz Kollektive, Reinell Dimapilis
Hindi ka Mahal
Project 8/21
Hikbi
Dondars
Why I Write
I believe songs should be discovered, not manufactured.
The best ideas often arrive unexpectedly—in moments of joy, heartbreak, solitude, or prayer.
I do not write songs because I have to. I write when there is something worth saying.
Because songwriting is deeply personal to me, I rarely write on commission. The connection between a song and its source is what gives it meaning. Some songs arrive in a single evening. Others take years.
I have learned not to rush the process.
Authenticity has always mattered more to me than volume.
I would rather wait years for an honest song than write one I do not believe in.
About Me
I'm an independent songwriter based in the Philippines, writing music rooted in faith, storytelling, and everyday life.
Through original songs, collaborations, and production work, I hope to create music that remains honest, thoughtful, and meaningful long after it is heard.
Affiliations
ASCAP IPI (CAE) 7186329