JOANOVA

Calasiao

JOANOVA is the artistic identity of Joan Jovellanos Hall, a Filipino songwriter and music creator born on September 14, 1975, in Quezon City, Philippines. Raised in Calasiao, Pangasinan, and later moving to the United States at age 13, she draws inspiration from both her Filipino roots and her life experiences abroad. Through music, JOANOVA transforms real-life emotions, personal experiences, resilience, and hope into songs that span multiple genres. Her songwriting reflects themes of love, perseverance, healing, self-discovery, and the strength to overcome life’s challenges. After retiring in 2025, Joan returned to the Philippines to reconnect with her roots and dedicate herself to her lifelong passion for music. Inspired by culture, travel, storytelling, and everyday life, JOANOVA continues creating music that connects with listeners through honesty, emotion, and imagination—proving that it’s never too late to begin a new chapter and pursue your dreams.