Bughaw
| "Bughaw" | ||||
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| Single by Maki | ||||
| from the album Kolorcoaster | ||||
| Language | Filipino | |||
| English title | Blue | |||
| Released | December 1, 2024 | |||
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| Length | 3:53 | |||
| Label | Tarsier Records | |||
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| Producer(s) | Viktor Nhiko Sabiniano | |||
| Maki singles chronology | ||||
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| Music video | ||||
| "Bughaw" on YouTube | ||||
"Bughaw" (transl. Blue), is a song by Filipino singer Maki. It was released as a digital pre-single for his debut album Kolorcoaster on December 1, 2024, through Tarsier Records, and was written by Ralph William Datoon and produced by Nhiko Sabiniano. "Bughaw" is an indie alternative track captures the vibrant emotions evoked by nostalgic memories. It was released as a surprise single after his concert called Maki-Concert.[1]
Background and release
Following the release of the successful singles, "Dilaw" and "Namumula," Maki performed his debut live performance of the track during his concert at the New Frontier Theatre over the weekend. Maki released the snippet of the track in a TikTok video, followed by its official release on all digital and streaming platforms.[2]
The following day, Maki released his next single, "Bughaw".[1]
Composition
"Bughaw" is three minutes and fifty-three seconds long, set in the key of C, with a tempo of 104 beats per minute.[3][4] The song was composed by Ralph William Datoon and Viktor Nhiko Sabiniano, and produced by Viktor Nhiko Sabiniano.[5] It has been described as an indie alternative track captures the vibrant emotions evoked by nostalgic memories.[1]
During the "Maki Bughaw Hour" media conference, Maki praised Bughaw as a complex song with a specific audience, describing it as the most mature and mature work he has ever done, focusing on longevity and lasting love.[6][7]
Music video
Co-directed by Maki and Raliug, the music video for "Bughaw" showcases the story of four close friends—played by Hori7on’s Kyler, YGIG’s Alexei, singer Zeke Abella, and Maki himself—sharing carefree moments at the beach, painting indoors, and spending time in a quiet field.[8] The video depicts Kyler's transformation from a quiet environment to vibrant moments with friends, highlighting the transformative power of meaningful relationships. The evolving scenes, unlike the fixed framing that symbolizes memory's permanence, symbolize emotional growth and the healing found in connection.[7]
The video showcases Kyler's emotional support and friendship, despite moments of sadness, as he finds joy with his friends. Maki, who described the project as challenging but proud, praised it on Instagram as “one of the most challenging but also the one I’m most proud of.”[8]
Credits and personnel
Credits are adapted from Apple Music.[5]
- Maki – vocals
- Ralph William Datoon – songwriter
- Viktor Nhiko Sabiniano – songwriter, producer
References
- ^ a b c Saulog, Gabriel (December 2, 2024). "Maki Drops Surprise New Single "Bughaw" – Listen". Billboard Philippines. Retrieved June 27, 2025.
- ^ "Maki's New Single "Bughaw" A Bright Anthem for Friends". ABS-CBN. December 5, 2024. Retrieved June 27, 2025.
- ^ "Tempo for Bughaw - Maki". SongBPM. Retrieved June 27, 2025.
- ^ "Bughaw | Track Analytics | Songstats". Songstats. Retrieved July 4, 2025.
- ^ a b "Bughaw – Song by Maki – Apple Music". Apple Music (PH). Archived from the original on June 27, 2025. Retrieved June 27, 2025.
- ^ Pagulong, Charmie Joy (April 15, 2025). "How Maki comes up with color-themed anthems". Philstar.com. Retrieved June 27, 2025.
- ^ a b Ocampo, Rescel (March 14, 2025). "Maki's 'Bughaw' on coming-of-age and nostalgia". RepublicAsia. Retrieved June 27, 2025.
- ^ a b "Maki explores themes of friendship in 'Bughaw' music video". GMA Network. March 14, 2025. Retrieved June 27, 2025.