"Humanap Ka Ng Panget" (1990) is the debut single that launched the career of Andrew E. (Andrew Ford Valentino Espiritu), solidifying him as a pioneer of mainstream Filipino hip-hop. The song is celebrated for its humorous, conversational rap style that resonated with the Philippine masses, though it has also been the subject of significant controversy regarding its originality.
Released in December 1990, the track used a comedic approach to rap that brought the genre to a wider audience in the Philippines.
Its massive success led to a 1991 comedy film of the same name starring Andrew E. in his acting debut alongside Jimmy Santos and Keempee de Leon. The Plagiarism Controversy
The song’s legacy is frequently debated due to its striking resemblance to foreign tracks: