If there’s one thing we can count on SB19 for, it’s to make an epic music video with a deeper social meaning.
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Some of us are probably still not over the fact that a new SB19 album is here, and we understand. Simula at Wakas serves as the finale of a trilogy the group began in 2021, and if you were there during Pagsibol’s release, seeing the trilogy come to an end is a moment to remember in the group’s history.
There are a total of seven new tracks to enjoy on the EP, and among them is the experimental banger DUNGKA!. The track is loud af, but in a good way as it embraces maximalist production with rave and hyper-pop elements. We’d argue it’s one of the standout tracks on the album, and it’s made even better by the fact that we got a surprise music video for it.
STAR-STUDDED, BUT FOR A CAUSE
Directed by Kerbs Balagtas of YouMeUs MNL, the music video takes SB19 to the heart of Manila’s urban streets and corners. More than just an aesthetic choice, it’s a tribute to individuality, community, and the unfiltered beauty of everyday life, where people of diverse classes and backgrounds come together to raise their voices and stand up for something bigger than themselves. The setting serves as a backdrop and reflection of the song, an anthem for diversity and self-expression.
“Our idea was to highlight our group’s diversity and showcase each member’s unique personality. From there, it grew into something bigger, bringing in people from all walks of life to reflect the extraordinariness in our differences,” said the group in a statement.
Helping send that message was a cast of artists and personalities that make up SB19’s most star-studded music video to date. But since this is SB19 we’re talking about, their inclusion isn’t just for clout, but with intentionality as part of the need for collective action by the people that begins on the streets.
“We brought in artists and personalities who we felt matched the spirit of what we wanted to say,” SB19 added. “They’re people who also want to speak up, who want change, who want to be part of a movement that challenges a flawed system. We also wanted to share that power, that message, with everyone: that movements and revolutions aren’t just for celebrities or people in certain positions. No matter who you are or where you’re from, you can take part in change. That’s really the heart of the idea.” SB19 said stand up for what’s right and we love to see it.
ICYMI, check out the cameos we spotted in the DUNGKA! music video below.
GHOST WRECKER
The music video begins with an appearance from popular content creator Ghost Wrecker enjoying his meal and scaring people on the streets. He plays the MV’s antagonist as the representation of crab mentality (hence his meals of crabs at the start of the video).
KWEEN YASMIN
The diva herself, Kween Yasmin is seen among a group of protesters recreating her iconic meme to Justin while holding a container of mango graham.
MALUPITON
Content creator Malupiton, who you may know from his viral skits, shares a scene with Pablo outside a sari-sari store (famous dila included).
SHEHYEE AND SMUGGLAZ
Josh and Pablo have a rap battle on the streets with rappers Shehyee and Smugglaz as the hosts.
ALODIA GOSIENGFIAO
Alodia serves Tekken character realness when she teleports from the arcade cabinet to the streets to join Josh and the others in the protest. Fun fact: it was Josh who invited Alodia to be part of the music video.
MIMIYUUUH
In a quick but fun scene, we see Mimiyuuuh drink from a glass of water before Justin beckons her to come outside to join them. Even in the middle of a protest, Mimiyuuuh is out here reminding you to drink your water.
PAT LASATEN AND AGNES REOMA
Musicians, Ben&Ben band members, and IRL couple Pat and Agnes take a break from their music-making to join the protest.
MAYMAY ENTRATA
Maymay is seen dancing and doing karaoke with Stell on the sidewalk, because what’s more Filipino than that? And peep the women behind them, who will be familiar to any A’TIN (most of the SB19 moms also appear earlier in the MV as the zumba ladies dancing on the street).
SASSA GURL
Our mima Sassa Gurl came through to show the girls how to slay Chinese Garter, and in heels no less.
JAYAT
Fake Stell is played by none other than content creator, gamer, and streamer Jayat.
VICE GANDA
Ok mother! In the last major cameo in the music video, Vice Ganda struts her way down the street as people cheer her on, as it should be. Always here for Vice x SB19 crumbs.
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