Which song is traditionally sung at midnight on New Year's Eve in the Philippines?

Auld Lang Syne is traditionally sung at midnight on New Year's Eve in the Philippines.

The song is widely used in the Philippines to mark the transition into a new year, often during family gatherings, public countdowns, and television celebrations. Its lyrics look back on old friendships and shared memories, making it suitable for a farewell to the previous year and a welcome to the next.

The words are based on a Scots poem associated with Robert Burns, while the familiar melody became internationally popular through later musical arrangements and performances. The song is not exclusive to the Philippines; it is also common at New Year's celebrations in many countries.

A common mistake is to identify “Auld Lang Syne” as an original English composition. The title is Scots and is commonly interpreted as “old long since” or “days gone by.” Pronunciations and arrangements vary widely around the world.