One Mans “Journey” – Arnel Pineda

ARNEL PINEDA ON STAGE WITH "JOURNEY"

Growing up in the 80′s had its benefits, one being that bands like Journey, Def Leapard and Metallica were born and created music that would ring in the minds of generations to come.

I have to say that I was truly inspired last night watching Oprah of all shows.  She hosted the legendary rock band Journey with their new star Arnel Pineda, their lead singer from the Philippines.  All I have to say is WOW!

Here I will quickly unfold a story of extreme struggle and then Arnel Pineda’s ultimate victory in life.

Rock Bottom

Coming from a family of four siblings and a sick mother who passed away during their younger years, Arnel was separated from his family who was dispersed to different relatives after his mothers death.  Hospital and funeral bills bankrupted the family and they were left to fend for themselves.  Arnel fended off hunger with odd jobs, sharing the little he had with his siblings.  He was destined to do something and kept on moving toward his dream of becoming a great singer.

The Big Break For Arnel Pineda

Arnel had the gift singing and  assumed the role of music journeymen hitting stages in Olongapo, Makati, Singapore and Hong Kong.  This took him out of poverty, allowed him to rent a warehouse in which his brother moved in with him.  While it was still a far cry from hollywood, it was a step up from living on the streets.

Personal Challenges

After breaking away from his traveling band, he had a child at the age of 20 but did not marry till later on.  He had 2 failed relationships during that time.  Though disappointing,  Arnel pushed on compiling numerous original material.  He started covering great artists like  James Brown, Robert Plant and Journey.  Foreigners took a liking to his new found talent.

It turns out that through the magic of the Internet a lone fan uploaded his live video performances on YouTube and the posting came at a right time.  A legendary rock band was in search of a singer and spent two days scouring Youtube for their future talent.

Journey Guitarist Neal Schon came across Arnel Pineda’s performance of a Journey Hit on Youtube and “POOF”, history was in the making.  After exchanging numerous emails with Arnel, they flew him to San Fransisco and the rest is history.

The “NEW” Journey

Arnel Pineda is now touring the world with the legendary rock band Journey and his dreams have come true.  After watching his performance on the Oprah show, I was touched, inspired and moved by this mans uncanny willingness to do whatever it took to rise out of the situation he was in and follow his god given destiny to greatness.

I hope this inspires you to never give up, always move past the obstacles in your life that you run into and rise to the top of your game.  For Arnel, this is only the beginning.  His new record with Journey went Platinum within three months of being released, he was able to provide a home for his family and his financial woes are gone, FOREVER!

Are you going to turn your excuses into reasons? Don’t Stop Believing…

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1. Arnel Pineda – One Mans “Journey” | Narranda says:

   April 16, 2010 at 4:04 pm

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