Chen, a Filipina singer-songwriter, is someone to keep an eye on this year. As the lead guitarist and one of the vocalists of Unit 406, the emerging pop sensation has had some success with songs like “Kahit Na AnongSabihin Ng Iba” and “TanghalingTapat,” which won her band a nomination for Best Performance by a New Group Recording Artist at the 2018 Awit Awards.
With the release of her debut single, ‘Sana’yAlam Mo,’ under MCA Music Inc. this year and out now on all streaming platforms. Chen is poised to take on a new role as a solo artist.
The song falls into stripped-down pop territory before its monumental revelation in the chorus, delivered with soulful, emotive vocals and sentimental songwriting style. She sings, “Nangangarap kung maibabaliksasimulalahat / uulitinko, ‘di nagsisisisaiyo,” as if from a place of great longing and sorrow.
According to Chen, ‘Sana’yAlam Mo’ is a song that speaks of one’s yearning for love. “It’s about loving someone without being loved back and eventually accepting reality and choosing to let go,” says the talented newcomer. “And it’s also about deciding to turn the page and move forward.”
Chen explains that the recording process behind ‘Sana’yAlam Mo’ went smooth despite the challenges of having to internalize the emotional component of the lyrics, while allowing herself to feel its pain. “The experience working with Gab and Tiny was super chill and fun,” Chen shares. “ There was never a time that we had to unplug or revise. Everything just flowed very well.” ‘Sana’yAlam Mo’ was composed, arranged, and produced by Gabriel Tagadtad, with additional production by Tiny Corpuz.
Chen is currently pursuing her artistic potential both inside and outside of her band, Unit 406. She knows what kind of music she wants to make, and she’s ready to take on any challenges that come her way, as evidenced by her first solo single, ‘Sana’yAlam Mo.’ In a quote she says, “What separates me from other artists is the tone and personality my music brings.” Unlike hugotsongs, ‘Sana’yAlam Mo’ has an R&B flavor to it that is more snappy than your average love song. It’s not as soft and gentle as the previous song, but it’s very raw and true to the message of bittersweet love.
Watch Chen Pangan’s ‘Sana’yAlam Mo’ Official Lyric Video:
About Chen Pangan:
A musician since 2007, she started performing on stage at 16 years old and hasn’t stopped since. Chen is currently the lead guitarist and one of the vocalists of Unit 406, the band behind ‘Kahit Na AnongSabihin Ng Iba’ and ‘TanghalingTapat’.
Inspired by Cynthia Alexander, Barbie, ArmiMillare, H.E.R and AlinaBaraz, Chen’s music influences can be heard through her mellow vocals in her first single ‘Sana’yAlam Mo’.
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