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It’s been a month since “KPop Demon Hunters” was launched, but the web nonetheless can’t get sufficient of its gut-wrenching story (a number of fan edits on TikTok are proof), putting animation, and the rivalry between Huntrix (or Huntr/x) and Saja Boys. The quintet could also be irresistible and lovable at first look, however they transform soul-sucking demons who serve their menacing grasp, Gwi-Ma.
With 25.8 million views, “KPop Demon Hunters” held the highest spot on Netflix’s English movies rating for the fifth week in a row, whereas it’s within the second spot of Netflix Philippines’ most-watched movies. In the meantime, all of its songs remained on Billboard’s Sizzling 100 on the week of July 26 — together with the quintet’s catchy “Soda Pop” and sensual “Your Idol.”
Since “KPop Demon Hunters” continues to be a development within the Philippines, many P-pop acts have been becoming a member of within the Saja Boys’ hype on TikTok, with many followers mentioning their similarities to SB19 — with Pablo, Josh, Stell, Ken, and Justin dancing to “Soda Pop” at a vacationer vacation spot in Taiwan. Different boy teams who additionally danced alongside to the track had been VXON and BGYO.
In case you nonetheless couldn’t get sufficient of “KPop Demon Hunters” and are interested by P-pop, we put collectively an inventory of songs to take a look at, whether or not you’re keen on the cuteness of “Soda Pop” or are obsessive about the soul-sucking and alluring attraction of “Your Idol.”
‘Cuppy Cake’ by AJAA
Cute, catchy, and irresistible, “Cuppy Cake” is a extra healthful tackle “Soda Pop,” which embodies the lovable attraction of AJAA’s Ash, JC, Alex, and Axl. The observe is a play on the sweetness of a “cupcake” upon seeing one’s crush or particular somebody, the place a smile or fun is sufficient to make one’s day.
‘Alab (Burning)’ by SB19
As soon as upon a time, SB19 dabbled in bubblegum pop, and “Alab” was a observe that captured their innocence and simple attraction. The P-pop powerhouse’s present discography could also be leaning extra in direction of “Your Idol,” however this track was a show of how Pablo, Josh, Stell, Ken, and Justin can showcase energy whereas additionally exuding an aura of cuteness.
‘Hiraya’ by Alamat
With “Hiraya manawari / Ikaw ang bahaghari / Na tanging naglalapat ng kulay sa aking mundo / Hiraya manawari / Agimat ko ang iyong labi” as its most memorable lyrics, “Hiraya” has the infectious and colourful vibe of “Soda Pop.” From the easy use of rhymes within the lyrics to the seamless mixture of cute and attractive, this track can entice consideration from any informal listener and switch them into an Alamat fan (or Magiliw) immediately.
‘Amin Amin’ by 6ENSE
If there’s a P-pop track that’s refreshingly and disgustingly cute in true Saja Boys’ a la “Soda Pop” vogue, 6ENSE’s debut observe “Amin Amin” suits the invoice. The track showcases the eagerness of Wiji, Axis, Hunter, Ruko, L.A, and Caizer to grab somebody’s coronary heart, though the lyrics are extra healthful and kilig than the fictional boy group’s assured “I’ll get you” form of vibe.
‘Bababa’ by 1621
Laced with the addictive “Bababa ka ba? Bababa ka ba?” within the refrain, “Bababa” is a track that put 1621’s identify on the map, due to its catchy lyrics, infectious beat, and the group’s unapologetic cuteness. The observe is certainly heart-fluttering while you take heed to it, however when you watch the boy group’s actions and analyze its lyrics, it follows the Saja Boys’ model of “you’ll love me” a la “Soda Pop.”
‘Lovey Dovey’ by HORI7ON
If there’s a Filipino group that captures the Saja Boys’ debut period in all their magnetic glory, HORI7ON’s “Lovey Dovey” is the proper instance. “Soda Pop” confirmed off the members’ completely different charms (significantly Child Saja’s harmless face and deep voice, and Jinu’s basic main man attraction), which made them jive collectively as one unit, which was showcased by Vinci, Kim, Kyler, Reyster, Winston, Jeromy, and Marcus on this observe as effectively.
‘Mana’ by SB19
Haunting and highly effective, SB19’s “Mana” shows Pablo, Josh, Stell, Ken, and Justin going full “demon” with their highly effective vocals, growls, and (occasional) evil laughs, which has an identical scary but charming vibe as “Your Idol.” What makes this track completely different from the Saja Boys’ soul-sucking anthem, nevertheless, is the P-pop powerhouse’s willpower to defeat the monsters that come their method, significantly in its lyrics “Kakailanganin niyo na ata ng milagro / Sa’kin ay hindi problema / Kung ‘di niyo pa rin nakikita / Tinataglay ko ang biyayang / Hinding-hindi niyo maikakaila.”
‘Recreation On’ by BGYO
The lyrics of BGYO’s “Recreation On” could also be a stark distinction to Saja Boys’ “Your Idol,” but it surely captures Gelo, Akira, JL, Mikki, and Nate’s mysterious and alluring attraction, whereby they don’t need to do an excessive amount of to get their followers’ swooning, but it surely by some means sends them right into a titilating delight.
‘Breaking Unhealthy’ by VXON
If there’s a P-pop track that mixes the deadly angle and all-out spectacle of “Your Idol” with out attempting too arduous, VXON’s “Breaking Unhealthy” is the P-pop track that checks all packing containers. The lyrics, significantly “It’s getting hotter now / Kailangan lang walang iba kung ‘di ikaw / I simply can’t resist temptation now / I’m breaking dangerous,” and the hypnotizing efficiency is a soul-stealing delight; any listener received’t assume twice about surrendering to them.
‘Ghost’ by NEW:ID
“Ghost” is the debut observe of NEW:ID — composed of Wilson, Macky, L, Thad, and Jom — which showcases the highly effective vocals and heart-pounding performances as a glimpse of what they will provide as a bunch. Whereas taking over a horror idea is of venture for a debut, there have been no indicators of awkwardness within the quintet, as they even embraced it fully.
‘Downside Youngster’ by 1ST ONE
If there’s a P-pop boy group who showcases the completely different sides of a darkish and highly effective idea, 1ST ONE is the proper instance. “Downside Youngster” is the group’s assured declaration of being the “villain one retains operating and combating for all times,” whereas slowly teasing the listener into getting into their darkish world à la “Your Idol.”
‘Aswang’ by Alamat
With “Sipsipin mo ang aking dugo’t buto’t laman / Gamit ang mabalasik mong dila hanggang sa manghina / Ang katawan ko at puso, mula paa hanggang ulo / Pag-ibig ko sa’yo’y kailanman di guguho” as its most squeal-worthy lyrics, Alamat’s “Aswang” is darkish and attractive, being one of many songs that captures “Your Idol’s” vibe completely effectively. The track reveals off the boy group’s potential to make use of track and dance as a technique to reel listeners into their spell, whereas preserving a component of thriller on the similar time. /cb
