American rock band Toto is finally returning to Manila after decades! As they bring their Dogz of Oz Tour to the SM Mall of Asia Arena on May 4, 2025, Filipino fans can expect a night filled with nostalgia, sing-alongs, and musical mastery.

Before rocking out with the legendary band, take a trip down memory lane with these seven iconic Toto songs that showcase their incredible journey in the music industry. 

Hold The Line (1978)

Toto burst onto the scene with "Hold the Line”, a hard-hitting rock anthem featuring Bobby Kimball’s powerful vocals and a signature piano-driven riff. The song became a Top 5 hit on the Billboard Hot 100, establishing the band’s presence in the rock world. 

Late member Jeff Porcaro originally came up with the song’s groove after attempting to play like Greg Errico, the drummer for Sly and the Family Stone on "Hot Fun in the Summertime."

Georgy Porgy (1978)

“Goergy Porgy” is a smooth and funk-infused track from the band’s debut album. It was a Top 50 hit in the U.S. and made it to No. 11 on the New Zealand Singles Chart. The song is known for its groovy rhythm and features Cheryl Lynn on female backing vocals.

The song is inspired by the classic nursery rhyme "Georgie Porgie," but with a unique, sultry twist.

Africa (1982)

One of Toto’s most famous songs “Africa” made it to the Billboard Hot 100 and remains a pop culture staple decades later. The song was written by keyboardist David Paich after watching a documentary about Africa, despite never having visited the continent at the time.

A little trivia about the song is it almost did not make it into the band’s Toto IV album as it was initially thought to be unfit to the band’s style.

Rosanna (1982)

"Rosanna" is often described by Steve Lukather and Steve Porcaro as “the ultimate Toto track.” A perfect blend of rock, jazz, and pop, the song won Record of the Year at the 1983 Grammy Awards. The song’s famous drum shuffle, played by Jeff Porcaro, became one of the most studied drum beats in music history.

Despite rumors, "Rosanna" wasn’t written about actress Rosanna Arquette. Instead, David Paich said it was inspired by multiple women he had known.

I Won’t Hold You Back (1983)

This soulful power ballad captures the pain of a breakup, blending orchestral elements with Steve Lukather’s emotional guitar work. Featuring Eagles bassist Timothy B. Schmit on backing vocals, it became a fan favorite for its raw emotion and haunting melody.

 The song is about a relationship breakup. The track was originally written on piano by guitarist Steve Lukather.

I’ll Be Over You (1986)

A fan-favorite ballad, "I’ll Be Over You" captures the pain of lost love and regret, co-written by Steve Lukather and hit songwriter Randy Goodrum. The song became one of Toto’s most successful contemporary hits, reaching No. 11 on the Billboard Hot 100. The track features Timothy B. Schmit on background vocals, giving it a signature Eagles-style harmony.

As per Steve, the song’s lyrics share the feelings of a guy who regretted breaking up with a girl he is still deeply in love with. The music video was shot on an apartment rooftop, but during filming, it unexpectedly started to rain.

Alone (2018)

From their 40 Trips Around the Sun compilation, "Alone" is one of three new tracks recorded in 2018. The song blends classic Toto elements with modern production, offering an emotional and reflective listening experience. 

The song reflects themes of solitude and personal struggle. In an interview with Billboard, Steve Lukather calls the song which he co-wrote and recorded with David Paich, Steve Porcaro and Joseph Williams “a great representation of where we are at today”