Namumula
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| Single by Maki | ||||
| Language | Filipino | |||
| English title | Blush | |||
| Released | August 30, 2024 | |||
| Length | 2:54 | |||
| Label | Tarsier Records | |||
| Songwriter(s) | Ralph William Datoon
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| Producer(s) | Nhiko Sabiniano | |||
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"Namumula" | ||||
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| "Namumula" on YouTube | ||||
"Namumula" (transl. Blush, lit. 'Reddening') is a song by Filipino singer Maki. It was released as a digital single on August 30, 2024, through Tarsier Records, and was produced by Nhiko Sabiniano.
Background
[edit]Following the successful release of his chart-topping single "Dilaw" (Yellow). Maki announced the upcoming release of his digital single "Namumula", generating great anticipation among fans.[1] Maki said that "Namumula" was dedicated to individuals who are drawn to relationships despite recognizing potential "red flags"—behaviors or signs that indicate possible future problems, addressing the emotional struggles of hopeless romantics who are drawn to these kind of relationships. Maki contrasted this with "Dilaw", highlighting the different forms of love.[2]
Composition
[edit]"Namumula" is two minutes and fifty-four seconds long, set in the key of C, with a tempo of 76 beats per minute.[3] The song was produced by Nhiko Sabiniano and composed by him along with Maki.[4]
Promotion and release
[edit]Maki first teased the single "Namumula" in mid-August 2024 through his social media platforms. The promotion included a preview clip of the song along with a pre-save link posted on Instagram.[5] "Namumula", along with its music video, was released on August 30, 2024.[6] On September 1, Maki performed "Namumula" live on ASAP Natin 'To[7]
Commercial Performance
[edit]Following its release on August 30, 2024, "Namumula" debuted at number forty-five on Billboard Philippines' Hot 100 chart.[8]
Credits and personnel
[edit]Credits are adapted from Apple Music[4] and music video.[9]
- Maki — vocal, songwriter
- Nhiko Sabiniano — songwriter, producer
Music video
[edit]- Maki — cast
- Nhiko Sabiniano — cast
- Jannah Chua — cast
- Kerbs Balagtas — director
Charts
[edit]| Chart (2024) | Peak position |
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| Philippines (Philippines Hot 100)[10] | 15 |
| Philippines (Top Philippine Songs)[11] | 6 |
References
[edit]- ^ Saulog, Gabriel (August 20, 2024). "Maki Announces Upcoming New Single "Namumula"". Billboard Philippines. Archived from the original on September 27, 2024. Retrieved August 21, 2024.
- ^ Cerezo, Anna (August 24, 2024). "Maki dedicares new single 'Namumula' to 'red flag enjoyers'". ABS-CBN News. Archived from the original on September 27, 2024. Retrieved August 24, 2024.
- ^ "Tempo for Namumula - Maki". SongBPM. Archived from the original on August 31, 2024. Retrieved August 31, 2024.
- ^ a b "Namumula – Song by Maki – Apple Music". Apple Music (PH). Archived from the original on August 31, 2024. Retrieved August 30, 2024.
- ^ Antonio, Joshua (August 22, 2024). "Maki to release 'Namumula' on August 30". ABS-CBN News. Archived from the original on September 27, 2024. Retrieved August 22, 2024.
- ^ "Maki releases music video for new single 'Namumula'". ABS-CBN News. August 30, 2024. Retrieved August 30, 2024.
- ^ "Maki sings new single 'Namumula' on 'ASAP' stage". ABS-CBN News. September 1, 2024. Archived from the original on September 2, 2024. Retrieved September 2, 2024.
- ^ Go, Mayks (September 11, 2024). "Maki's "Namumula" Debuts At No. 45 On The Philippines Hot 100". Billboard Philippines. Archived from the original on September 11, 2024. Retrieved September 16, 2024.
- ^ Tarsier Records (August 29, 2024). "Namumula" by Maki (Official Music Video). Archived from the original on August 30, 2024. Retrieved August 31, 2024 – via YouTube.
- ^ "Philippines Hot 100 for week of 5 October 2024". Billboard Philippines. Retrieved October 5, 2024.
- ^ "Top Philippine Songs – Week of October 26, 2024". Billboard Philippines. Retrieved October 26, 2024.
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