OPM singer-songwriter Moira dela Torre has finally broken her silence amid the ongoing issues thrown against her credibility as a composer and artist as well as the reason behind the downfall of her marriage.
In a lengthy post uploaded on her social media on Tuesday, the 29-year-old musician belied the statements made by lyricist and composer Lolito Go two days ago, who claimed that Moira is "more of an oppressor than a victim."
"I never imagined that I would find myself in a situation where I have to explain and defend my decision to leave a marriage, as well as justify the state of my mental health," she wrote.
"It is truly disheartening that I am being questioned and asked to prove my worth as a songwriter and artist. However, despite the overwhelming circumstances, I feel a strong inner calling to stand up for myself and protect my integrity," Moira continued.
She likewise denied the claims of hiring a "ghostwriter" for her songs and compositions.
"I want to set things straight once and for all. Let me be clear: I have never employed a ghostwriter. Throughout my career, I have been fortunate enough to collaborate with immensely talented artists who treat each other with respect and acknowledge the contributions we all bring to the table. Every song I have created is a true reflection of my deepest emotions and experiences. I am fully prepared to provide evidence that supports this truth, including screenshots of conversations and recordings of my songs, which will undoubtedly validate and disprove the harmful accusations made against me," Moira said.
Dela Torre also belied Go's statement saying that there was no third party on the part of Hernandez but it is her who found someone else.
The composer further ignites the issue by dropping hints about Moira's other guy saying, "Someone who will 'dance in the rain' with her and call her 'binibini.' I'll leave it to you to guess who I am referring to."
However, Moira herself again emphasized that she never cheated on her estranged husband, Jason Hernandez.
"I did not cheat on Jason. It is unfair that I find myself in a position where I have to defend my name and even explain why I did not deserve to be cheated on," she wrote.
In the end, the artist shared that her "focus is on the path towards healing, as the weight of trauma still lingers heavily in [her] heart."
"This process is not only essential for my own well-being but also for the well-being of those dear to me who have unwaveringly stood by my side throughout these challenging times – my loving family, my dedicated band, my friends, who have all been my source of emotional support. Their presence has been my anchor, grounding me during these turbulent moments," she wrote.
"I hold onto hope that, one day, when the dust settles and clarity is restored, I will have the capacity to embrace a love that is faithful and genuine. I take solace in the knowledge that I am Moira-an artist-who will bravely navigate these challenges and emerge stronger than ever," she concluded.
Prior to her statement, Dela Torre was defended by ABS-CBN Music creative director Jonathan Manalo and Cornerstone Management vice president Jeff Vadillo.
