H.E.R., Liza Soberano Earn Hollywood Music Nods
The song 'BRB' from the animated film Forgotten Island received two nominations at the Hollywood Music in Media Awards.
Updated on Nov. 4, 2026 in Pop
The song 'BRB,' performed by Filipino-American R&B singer H.E.R. and Filipino-American actress Liza Soberano, was nominated for Best Song in an Animated Film and Best Music Video at the Hollywood Music in Media Awards. Winners will be announced on November 18.
Why it matters
The nominations highlight the growing visibility of Filipino artists and Philippine-inspired storytelling in major American entertainment awards. The recognition places a song drawn from Philippine mythology alongside work from major studio releases.
'BRB' received two nominations at the Hollywood Music in Media Awards, one for Best Song in an Animated Film and one for Best Music Video. The extraction does not include box office, streaming, or chart figures for the song or the film.
The players
H.E.R.
H.E.R. is a Filipino-American R&B singer and songwriter who performed 'BRB' and co-directed its music video.
Liza Soberano
Liza Soberano is a Filipino-American actress who sang on the song 'BRB' from the animated film Forgotten Island.
Hollywood Music in Media Awards
The Hollywood Music in Media Awards is an annual awards show that honors music used across film, television, and other media.
The details
'BRB' is tied to the animated film Forgotten Island, which draws heavily on Philippine mythology and was sung by H.E.R. and Liza Soberano. The song was directed by H.E.R. and Bianca Catbagan, and the nominations were announced at the Hollywood Music in Media Awards.
Timeline
November 18, 2026: Hollywood Music in Media Awards winners are scheduled to be announced
Industry Dynamics
Animated films increasingly commission original songs from a mix of established and emerging artists to extend their reach beyond family audiences. The nominations for 'BRB' reflect that trend, pairing a Philippine-mythology-driven film with artists whose work crosses R&B and screen performance.
Viewers can hear 'BRB' in the animated film Forgotten Island, and the nomination signals which awards ceremonies will feature the song. The extraction does not specify streaming platforms or release dates for the film or soundtrack.
The takeaway
Recognition for songs tied to Philippine-inspired films suggests that cultural specificity can earn broad industry attention. Watch the November 18 announcement to see how the Hollywood Music in Media Awards judges these categories.
What happens next
Winners of the Hollywood Music in Media Awards will be announced on November 18, 2026.
Further reading
Explore more Pop music coverage for context on how artists like H.E.R. are shaping the genre.
