The stripped-down track acknowledges the reality of growing apart
With a heartfelt new track, Filipino singer-songwriter Noah Alejandre, who rose to fame as part of the award-winning alt-pop band reon, is back in the spotlight.
Alejandre adopts a more reflective stance with his most recent song, “Mga Kaibigan.” after the popularity of his previous single, “Nahuhulog Na Sa’Yo,” which has received about 40 million plays since its 2022 release.
“Mga Kaibigan” is a sorrowful reflection on the ways friendship evolves over time, honoring the platonic bonds we part ways with as we mature and forge our own paths. The song, which was written after Alejandre left his hometown, expresses the melancholy reality of how life’s inevitable course frequently results in saying goodbye to the individuals who formerly held the greatest significance in one’s life.
“It’s a song about how life naturally pulls people in different directions, not out of choice but out of necessity,” shares the Leyte-based artist. “It’s a mix of nostalgia, appreciation, and the hope of reconnecting one day. I wanted the song to feel personal yet relatable, something that makes people look back on their friendships with warmth rather than sadness.”
The song’s production, helmed by Alejandre himself, features a warm, mellow arrangement that mirrors the nostalgic and comforting emotions conveyed in the lyrics. The new track marks a departure from the themes of love explored in his previous works, delving instead into life decisions that come from a place of certainty and wisdom.
Noah Alejandre describes “Mga Kaibigan” as an intimate piece, with its soothing and subdued sound perfectly complementing the sentiment of the song.
“Compared to my previous songs, Mga Kaibigan feels more reflective and personal,” Alejandre explains. “Thematically, it’s about growth and change, whereas my past songs might have touched more on love or other emotions.”
The most recent artist to sign with evosound Philippines is Noah Alejandre, who joins Frank Ely and other up-and-coming local musicians. At the beginning of the year, he published the poignant folk song “Padama,” which received over 100,000 streams in a single month.
“Mga Kaibigan” by Noah Alejandre is currently available on all digital music outlets across the globe.
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