His name is Francis Magalona (October 4, 1964 - March 6, 2009), also known as FrancisM, Master Rapper, and The Man From Manila, was a Filipino rapper, songwriter, producer, actor, director, and photographer. Often hailed as the "King of Pinoy Rap", he was considered a legend in the Philippine music community. With the success of his earliest albums, he was the first Filipino rapper in the Philippines to cross over to the mainstream. He is also credited for having pioneered the merging of rap with Pinoy rock, becoming a significant influence to artists in that genre as well. He was also a television host on MTV Asia and on noontime variety television show Eat Bulaga! Magalona died seven months after being diagnosed with acute myelogenous leukemia.
I grew up having a crush on the MAN, he used to be so skinny, yet with a beautiful face...He starred in those teeny-bopper movies when I was the same once myself. He got involved in some drug scandals, but later transformed himself to be a very good rapper, the MAN who was bold enough to introduce freestyle and patriotic-themed style of rapping. Many have followed his footsteps, thats why rapping became a phenomenon hit here in the country.
He is survived by his wife, Pia and 8 children. His remains lie in state 7 at Christ The King Memorial Chapel in Greenmeadows, Quezon City, where the fans can already see their idol for the last time. Francis' remains will be cremated on March 11, Wednesday, at 9 a.m. at the Loyola Memorial Park in Marikina City.
Goodbye Kiko, thanks for your memories....
