5 DREAMY jikamarie TRACKS FOR THINKING OUT LOUD

Apart from the continuous rise of P-Pop acts, R&B and Soul also rose in the Philippines! One of these R&B and Soul stars is jikamarie, who rose to fame since the height of the pandemic. Because of the isolation brought about by the pandemic, her feelings of fatigue and worries for the future led to her debut track, “lutang.” Following the successful debut of this dreamy R&B track, “lutang” earned jikamarie her first No.1 in the Global Viral 50 and Viral 50 Philippines Spotify playlists for 20+ consecutive days. Since then, her hit debut led to several more memorable tracks that have the sentimental musical artistry her listeners love. This year alone, she released her first EP ‘L0VER G!RL’ and became the opening act for Coldplay’s Music of the Spheres concert. Now let’s take a look at some of her other songs that deserve even more love!

“lito“

Jikamarie originally released “lito” as a single and also included it in her new EP ‘L0VER G!RL.’RL.’ In a generation with situationships and complicated relationships, this song perfectly captures the complex feelings of these kinds of connections. Its dramatic melody matches the frustration of not knowing where you stand with someone you like. Making this a track especially relatable to those who ask, “What am I to them?”

“Kailangan ko ng…”

With strong, hypnotic synths and a late-night setting, “Kailangan ko ng…” makes listeners feel like they’re in a melodic trance. Translated to “I need…” this is an atmospheric jikamarie track that feels like listeners are in a liminal space. Accompanied by percussive beats and a funky guitar, “Kailangan ko ng…” lists down things she needs, which are related to personal growth and affection. While she sings about being stuck in her room, she waits for the happiness and intimacy she desperately needs.

“Halimaw”

Overwhelmed by the world and in need of escape? Then “HALIMAW” is the perfect song! Translated to “Monster,” this jikamarie single is a heartwarming song despite the title. With its gentle acoustic melody and touching lyrics, “HALIMAW” expresses the desire to escape the world together with a loved one. Positively, it imagines leaving the old world behind and running away to a new world with just the two of them. Further showing that everything will be okay as long as they’re together. As a whole, this track echoes an uplifting coming-of-age vibe of all dreamers out there.

“HINAHANAP-HANAP”

Too many lonely late nights spent thinking about someone? “HINAHANAP-HANAP” knows this feeling all too well. Translated to “Looking for” or “Longing for,” this track was also a single placed in the ‘L0VER G!RL.’ EP. In this wistful song, jikamarie sings about always looking for her loved ones day and night, missing them like crazy. Further showing the crushing feelings of longing for someone who doesn’t return the deep affections. At its heart, this track captures the intense feelings of yearning for someone so much, so that it pains them.

“The sun is you“

Feel the sunshine and love with “The sun is you!” This full English song is a more upbeat and happy track compared to her other releases. In this sunny track, jikamarie sings that she is a planet revolving around the sun, someone she adores. The endearing chorus “So don’t ever stop shining ‘cause I’m not done getting light from you,” shows the positive influence of being around that special someone.

Which jikamarie song do you like the most? Let us know on Twitter and Instagram! Show your support for jikamarie’s first EP ‘L0VER G!RL’ and look forward to more hits to come!