Miguel Odron

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Miguel Odron
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Miguel Odron in 2020
Background information
Born Butuan, Philippines
Origin Indiana, United States
Occupations
  • Singer-songwriter
  • Actor
Instruments
  • Vocals
  • Guitar
Years active2019–present
LabelsABS-CBN Music International, Tarsier Records [1]

Miguel Odron is a Filipino-American actor and singer-songwriter. He rose to prominence as one of the finalists in the first season of Idol Philippines in 2019, where he finished in the Top 5. Known for his soulful vocal style and songwriting ability, Odron later pursued a recording career and released several singles under ABS-CBN Music International and Tarsier Records.

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Early life

Odron was born in Butuan, Philippines, and was later raised in Indiana, United States. He eventually returned to the Philippines to pursue a music career. [2]

Career

Idol Philippines (2019)

Odron auditioned for the first season of Idol Philippines in 2019. His distinct, understated style earned praise from the judges, particularly Regine Velasquez. He advanced to the finals and ultimately finished in fifth place. [3]

Post–Idol Philippines

In February 2020, Odron released his debut single, "Chevy Cruze", under ABS-CBN Music International. [4] [5]

In 2021, he reinterpreted Air Supply's classic hit "Lost in Love" for a tribute compilation by Tarsier Records, blending neo-soul, chill-hop, and bossa nova elements. [6]

In 2022, Odron released the single "Still", described as a poignant love letter to his first love. The track was slated to be included in his planned album San Rojo. [7]

Acting

In his acting debut, Odron is the leading cast in the 2024 road drama film titled Some Nights I Feel Like Walking directed by Petersen Vargas. The film premiered in numerous film festival including Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival on November 13, 2024, [8] Golden Horse Film Festival and Awards on November 17, 2024, [9] Singapore International Film Festival on December 2, 2024 [10] and on Jogja-NETPAC Asian Film Festival on December 4, 2024. [11]

It was also premiered at Glasgow Film Festival on February February 28, 2025, BFI Flare: London LGBTIQ+ Film Festival on March 26, 2025, [12] Macao International Queer Film Festival on June 8, 2025, [13] QCinema RainbowQC Pride Film Festival on June 26, 2025, [14] and has limited release in the Philippines on August 27, 2025. [15] [16]

Personal life

On June 30, 2020, Odron publicly came out as gay in a social media post during Pride Month. [17] He stated that during Idol Philippines, he chose not to discuss his sexuality so that the focus would remain on his music. He clarified that ABS-CBN did not pressure him to hide his identity. [18]

Discography

Singles

Some of the tracks are composed by Miguel Odron.

TitleRelease dateComposer(s)AlbumRef(s)
"Follow"July 28, 2019Miguel OdronIdol Philippines season 1 [19]
"Chevy Cruze"March 16, 2020Miguel OdronNon-album singles [20]
"Weed"August 8, 2020Miguel Odron [21]
"Lost In Love"May 24, 2021 Graham Russell [22]
"Still"June 17, 2022Miguel Odron [23]
"Drown"July 15, 2022Miguel Odron [24]

Filmography

Film

YearTitleRoleRef!
2024 Some Nights I Feel Like Walking Zion [25]

Television

YearTitleRoleRef!
2019 Idol Philippines season 1 Himself / Contestant [26]

See also

References

  1. ↑ "Miguel Odron debuts under ABS-CBN Music International". Manila Standard . February 19, 2020. Retrieved September 3, 2025.
  2. ↑ "Miguel Odron Biography". Peoplaid. Retrieved 2 September 2025.
  3. ↑ "Miguel Odron, Dan Ombao eliminated from Idol Philippines". Rappler . 27 July 2019. Retrieved 2 September 2025.
  4. ↑ "[WATCH] Rappler Live Jam: Miguel Odron". Rappler . June 5, 2020. Retrieved September 3, 2025.
  5. ↑ "Who is the Filipino? Miguel Odron talks about passion, music, and identity". Rappler . April 12, 2020. Retrieved September 3, 2025.
  6. ↑ "Miguel Odron reimagines Air Supply's "Lost in Love"". LionhearTV. 10 March 2021. Retrieved 2 September 2025.
  7. ↑ "Miguel Odron releases "Still"". MYX Global. 22 April 2022. Retrieved 2 September 2025.
  8. ↑ Ramachandran, Naman (October 18, 2024). "Filipino Queer Road Movie 'Some Nights I Feel Like Walking' Unveils Trailer Ahead of Tallinn Black Nights Premiere (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety . Retrieved August 31, 2025.
  9. ↑ Gallaga, Wanggo (August 28, 2025). "Some nights, we have to watch Petersen Vargas' modern queer masterpiece". Lifestyle.inquirer.net. Retrieved August 31, 2025.
  10. ↑ "Some Nights I Feel Like Walking - SGIFF". Singapore International Film Festival . Retrieved August 31, 2025.
  11. ↑ "JAFF - Some Nights I Feel Like Walking". JAFF. Retrieved August 31, 2025.
  12. ↑ "Some Nights I Feel Like Walking - BFI Flare: London LGBTQIA+ Film..." BFI. Retrieved August 31, 2025.
  13. ↑ "International Queer Film Festival". Miqff.com. Retrieved August 31, 2025.
  14. ↑ "Quezon City Launches First-Ever QCinema RainbowQC Pride Film Festival". quezoncity.gov.ph. June 23, 2025. Retrieved August 31, 2025.
  15. ↑ Bautista, Rafael (June 20, 2025). "Making its Philippine premiere this Pride Month, Some Nights I Feel Like Walking centers on the freedom and struggles of a group of young men hustling in Manila's streets". Nylon . Retrieved August 31, 2025.
  16. ↑ Wong, Silvia (August 15, 2025). "Filipino LGBTQ drama 'Some Nights I Feel Like Walking' set for 18-rated release". Screen Daily . Retrieved August 31, 2025.
  17. ↑ "Former Idol Philippines contestant Miguel Odron comes out". Philippine Daily Inquirer . 2 July 2020. Retrieved 2 September 2025.
  18. ↑ "Miguel Odron on ABS-CBN's LGBTQIA+ talents". LionhearTV. 14 October 2020. Retrieved 2 September 2025.
  19. ↑ "Follow - song and lyrics by Miguel Odron" . Retrieved September 3, 2025.
  20. ↑ "Miguel's debut single "Chevy Cruze" charms listeners across East Asia, Middle East". ABS-CBN . March 3, 2020. Retrieved September 3, 2025.
  21. ↑ "Miguel's release Sophomore Single "WEED"". Wazzup.ph. June 15, 2020. Retrieved September 3, 2025.
  22. ↑ "Lost in Love - song and lyrics by Miguel Odron" . Retrieved September 3, 2025.
  23. ↑ "Miguel Odron's new song "Still" a love letter to the ghost of his first love". ABS-CBN . June 22, 2022. Retrieved September 3, 2025.
  24. ↑ "'Idol PH' finalist Miguel Odron releases single 'Drown' about surviving depression". July 18, 2022. Retrieved September 3, 2025.
  25. ↑ Jaucian, Don (August 27, 2025). "'Some Nights I Feel Like Walking' is a Raw Examination of Desire and Grief". Rolling Stone Philippines . Retrieved September 3, 2025.
  26. ↑ "Miguel Odron, Dan Ombao eliminated from 'Idol Philippines'". Rappler . Retrieved September 3, 2025.


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