Controversy surrounds Vice Ganda’s recent speech on the “It’s Showtime” show after songwriter Lolito Go pointed out its strong resemblance to Darryl Yap’s work, “Buo.” Go’s observations, shared on social media, suggest that the structure, delivery, and even the background music of Vice Ganda’s speech closely mirror Yap’s piece.
The comparison, detailed by Go through a side-by-side video, raises questions about the originality of the speech delivered by Vice Ganda during the show’s debut on GMA Network. Go speculated that Vice Ganda, possibly preoccupied with various commitments, might not have crafted his own speech, implying that the comedian’s writer could have unintentionally replicated Yap’s work.
While not outright accusing Vice Ganda or his team of plagiarism, Go emphasized the ethical dilemma of replicating ideas, even in the absence of legal infringement. He mentioned the potential need for an audit if Vice Ganda employs writers to avoid future controversies.
Despite the striking similarities, Go entertains the possibility of a mere coincidence, albeit with skepticism, given the numerous parallels in content and presentation between the two speeches. He acknowledged the distinct talents of both Vice Ganda and Darryl Yap, suggesting a collaboration between the two as a constructive way forward.
The issue has yet to receive a public response from Vice Ganda or Darryl Yap.