KEIKO Necesario has been busy since her 2020 album “Ready, Let Go.” took her career to greater heights, with UK-based producers Rusti Russouw and Tristan Charmichael (“Chasing Fantasia”) in tow. As we inch toward the end of the year, Keiko’s new single “Gabi” demonstrates the payoff of her musical growth through the years.
“Gabi” took two years to finish. Keiko started writing in Batanes in 2018, and finished it in Baguio in 2020. With years to perfect the message, “Gabi” became a polished track that unfolds into a celebration of emotional connections. “It honestly took me 2 years or more to finish this song because I just didn’t want to put random words just so I can get it over with but I truly meticulously wrote every word that meant a lot to me so I can really tell the story in the most accurate way possible,” Keiko said, talking more about the song. “I’ve been wanting to release this song for a long time now because it’s just so on point for me but just like every other thing in life, right timing will always come in place so I had to wait for the perfect season as well, and what better season can a love song be put out into world but in a time where I feel the most loved being married to the love of my life?” she added.
In “Gabi,” the power of love is tangible. Guided mainly by her guitar, Keiko’s new single under Warner Music Philippines goes back to the sound that she got famous for, pensive and symphonic. There’s an undeniable thoughtfulness that envelops “Gabi,” with Keiko referencing her previous Batanes trip as her inspiration.
A certain line from “Gabi” stands out for Keiko, possibly expressing the overwhelming state of love she’s in. When asked about the meaning of her favorite part, she shared, “I think I love the lines “Unti unti nang napapalapit, ika’y nariyan sa bawat pagpikit”. I swear when I thought of that line, I was just so proud of it because of how true the words are. How when someone begins to occupy your mind, it’s as if you see or imagine their face everywhere, and it’s even clearer when your eyes are closed. there’s just no escaping this person.”
“Gabi” is now available on your digital music platforms, and you can watch the official lyric video on Youtube.
