A Breakdown of PARCINQ Cover Star FELIP’s Music Leading Up to COM•PLEX

An artist’s vision evolves through time as they themselves grow and change. The more they yearn and ache, the more they want to express. The more they feel and touch, the more their hands feel a need to create. What makes FELIP any different?

一个艺术家的视野随着时间的推移而演变，因为他们自己在成长和变化。他们越是渴望和痛苦，就越是想表达。他们的感觉和触摸越多，他们的手就越觉得需要创造。FELIP有什么不同？

FELIP, also known as Ken from SB19, started out his solo activities in 2021 with the single “Palayo.” This is shy of three years after being introduced as SB19’s main dancer and lead vocalist. And since then, the P-Pop group has reached ceilings and broken records—but that’s a discussion for another time.

FELIP，也被称为SB19的Ken，在2021年以单曲 "Palayo "开始其个人活动。这是在作为SB19的主要舞者和主唱被介绍后不到三年的时间。从那时起，这个P-Pop组合已经达到了最高点，并打破了记录--但这是另一个时间的讨论。

As an artist, FELIP has evolved throughout the years. As he describes in our interview, he’s the kind of artist who’s “brave, a risk-taker, unique, and experimental.” And while some may attribute this as a present development, I’d say this has always brewed inside him, whether he was known as FELIP, Ken, or even just as Felip Suson who grew up in Zamboanga del Sur. And this year, his music finally reached its peak: FELIP has finally dropped his long-awaited EP, COM•PLEX.

作为一个艺术家，FELIP在这些年里不断发展。正如他在我们的采访中所描述的，他是那种 "勇敢的、敢于冒险的、独特的和实验性的 "艺术家。虽然有些人可能把这归结为现在的发展，但我要说这一直在他内心深处酝酿，无论他被称为FELIP、Ken，甚至只是作为在南三宝颜长大的Felip Suson。而在今年，他的音乐终于达到了顶峰。FELIP终于推出了他期待已久的EP《COMPLEX》。

But before we get into that, let’s do a breakdown of what has culminated into COM•PLEX. Let’s get to know FELIP through the language he loves most: His music.

但在我们进入这个问题之前，让我们对最终形成COM-PLUS的内容做一个分解。让我们通过他最喜欢的语言来了解FELIP：他的音乐。

Go Up

As we all know, “Go Up” was the pivotal (and almost prophetic) single that shot up SB19 into mainstream success. And coincidentally, it was also the only single in SB19’s debut studio album, “Get in the Zone,” where all members participated in its production.

众所周知，"Go Up "是将SB19推向主流成功的关键性（几乎是预言性）单曲。巧合的是，这也是SB19的首张录音室专辑《Get in the Zone》中唯一一首所有成员都参与了制作的单曲。

As member Ken, FELIP is credited as one of the songwriters for the track along with Pablo, Stell, Josh, and Justin. And although SB19 has gone in more experimental routes today, “Go Up” is so unmistakably SB19, as a song with pride for the Filipino language and earnestness to inspire others to reach their dreams too. It’s a simple, well-balanced dance-pop track with EDM and subtle house influences. It’s a great listen for a then-rookie group, as it’s incredibly catchy with pretty motivating lyrics.

作为成员Ken，FELIP与Pablo、Stell、Josh和Justin一起被认为是这首歌曲的作曲者之一。虽然SB19今天已经走了更多的实验路线，但 "Go Up "是如此明确无误的SB19，作为一首为菲律宾语言感到自豪的歌曲，以及激励他人实现梦想的诚意。这是一首简单、平衡的流行舞曲，带有EDM和微妙的House影响。对于当时的新秀组合来说，这是一首很好听的歌曲，因为它非常朗朗上口，歌词也相当激励人心。

But, at this point in time, I can say FELIP and the rest of SB19 were at a point of just figuring out their musical identity and their definition of a “P-Pop idol.” The group sound was most likely at the top of their minds before any solo music territory.

但是，在这个时候，我可以说FELIP和SB19的其他成员正处在一个刚刚弄清楚他们的音乐身份和他们对 "P-Pop偶像 "的定义的阶段。在任何个人音乐领域之前，团体的声音很可能是他们的首要考虑。

Palayo

“Palayo” came in after SB19’s EP release in 2021 called “Pagsibol.” And while “Pagsibol” was a rollercoaster of pop genres, “Palayo” was a complete 180° flip to the script. The smooth R&B direction was completely left-field from what you’d expect for FELIP at the time. But I think that’s what makes it such a great debut as a solo artist.

"Palayo "是在SB19于2021年发布名为 "Pagsibol "的EP之后出现的。虽然 "Pagsibol "是流行流派的过山车，但 "Palayo "是对剧本的完全180°翻转。平滑的R&B方向完全脱离了你当时对FELIP的期望。但我认为这正是它作为个人艺术家的一个伟大的处女作的原因。

FELIP has always been known for his deep and smooth voice, often acting like the “bass” for the group. He’s not a belter like the others, but he’s melodic and charismatic in his runs as he takes on both verses and raps in his group’s tracks. So, it’s not a surprise he started out with an R&B release as the dark horse of SB19.

FELIP一直以其低沉和流畅的声音而闻名，经常充当组合的 "低音"。他不像其他人那样是个大嗓门，但他的旋律和魅力，因为他在小组的曲目中承担了诗句和说唱。因此，他作为SB19的一匹黑马，以R&B专辑开始并不奇怪。

Bulan

“Bulan” serves as FELIP’s next single in his solo ventures. And while the motifs of black, white, and red remain in his core identity, “Bulan” shows us a completely new world. A near yet far departure from his debut.

"Bulan "是FELIP在其个人事业中的下一首单曲。虽然黑色、白色和红色的主题仍然是他的核心身份，但 "Bulan "向我们展示了一个全新的世界。与他的首张专辑相比，这是一个接近而又遥远的差异。

“Palayo” may have shown us the type of music FELIP is capable of, but “Bulan” captures his range of artistic vision much better—as the single serves as a creative interpretation of ancient Filipino deities. And beyond just historical and cultural roots, it talks as a metaphor for crab mentality and negativity in today’s world.

"Palayo "可能已经向我们展示了FELIP的音乐能力，但 "Bulan "更好地抓住了他的艺术视野范围，因为这首单曲是对菲律宾古代神灵的创造性诠释。除了历史和文化渊源，它还隐喻了当今世界的螃蟹心态和消极情绪。

“Bulan” ventures into hip-hop territory as FELIP fully utilizes his low register through aggressive beats, guitar riffs, and a rhythmic, rap-like vocal line. There’s so much intensity and pent-up rage that you can’t help but get swept into it all. Meanwhile, the production of the music video is mesmerizing in capturing the vision of Filipino lore. We see FELIP channel an androgynous character go back and forth between the light and darkness in the backdrop of the sand dunes of Ilocos Norte. This, being the start of a more experimental route for the solo artist.

"Bulan "进入了嘻哈领域，因为FELIP通过激进的节拍、吉他riff和有节奏的、类似说唱的声线，充分运用了他的低音域。有如此多的强度和压抑的愤怒，你不能不被卷入这一切。同时，音乐视频的制作在捕捉菲律宾传说的视野方面是令人着迷的。我们看到FELIP引导一个雌雄同体的角色，在北伊罗戈斯沙丘的背景下，在光明和黑暗之间来回走动。这也是这位个人艺术家更多实验性路线的开始。

COM•PLEX

Finally, we head to “COM•PLEX.” A culmination of all of FELIP’s artistry throughout the years. “Go Up” is moving, “Palayo” is sensual, and “Bulan” is commanding, but “COM•PLEX” is fierce. It’s confident in a way that only an artist who’s built himself up through the years and gone through hell and back can truly declare onto the universe. There are so many messages of self-acceptance, self-awareness, and self-improvement that it’s truly a journey to listen to.

最后，我们前往 "COM•PLEX"。这是FELIP多年来所有艺术创作的结晶。"Go Up "是动人的，"Palayo "是感性的，"Bulan "是命令式的，但 "COM•PLEX"是猛烈的。它是自信的，只有一个通过多年来建立自己并经历了地狱般的考验的艺术家才能真正向宇宙宣布。有许多关于自我接受、自我意识和自我提高的信息，这确实是一次聆听的旅程。

The genre-bending record mixes hip-hop, R&B, trap, and rock, with some Japanese instrumentations and Bisaya roots. It’s complex as if to say we’re made of multitudes as a person, and through every track, I can’t help but think it’s signature FELIP in every way. Even through the creative direction, there’s so much cool, urban flair that represents FELIP’s current style now. I’m completely reminded of the likes of Kendrick Lamar and Travis Scott.

这张混合了嘻哈、R&B、陷阱和摇滚的唱片，还有一些日本乐器和比萨亚语的根源。它很复杂，仿佛在说我们作为一个人是由多种因素组成的，通过每一首歌曲，我不禁认为它在各个方面都是标志性的FELIP。即使在创作方向上，也有很多很酷的城市风格，代表了FELIP现在的风格。我完全想起了Kendrick Lamar和Travis Scott等人。

聽聽COM●PLEX全專

When asked to describe “COM•PLEX” through a line in a song, FELIP takes a line from its first single “ROCKSTA:” “Roar! Rise! Pick it up! You got to Mic mic - hold it tight!” Why, you may ask? He says it shows two sides in one person: “Let’s say there are two people [inside him] na sinasabihan niya [yung isa], ‘Rise! Pick it up!’ Kumbaga, sinasabi niya, ‘Pulutin mo yung mic mo.’ So, andun yung complexity na [there is] someone who is weak and someone who is strong na ineencourage niya yung weak person to pick it up. Kumbaga, ‘yung mic na ‘yun, don’t ever lose it [because] that will be your biggest weapon.”

当被要求通过歌曲中的一句话来描述 "COM•PLEX "时，FELIP从其第一首单曲 "ROCKSTA "中抽取了一句话："咆哮！崛起！"。崛起! 拿起它! 你得Mic mic - 握紧它！" 你可能会问，为什么？他说这显示了一个人的两面性。“假设有两个人[在他体内]，他告诉[另一个人]，‘起来！拿起它！”就像，他说，“拿起你的麦克风。”所以，有一个人是软弱的人，一个是坚强的人，他鼓励软弱的人拿起它，这很复杂。就像，那个麦克风，永远不要丢失它 [因为] 那将是你最大的武器。”

“Let’s say there are two people inside him where one is saying, ‘Rise! Pick it up!’ to the other. In that way, he is saying, ‘Pick up your mic.’ So, there is the complexity that there is someone who is weak and someone who is strong who is encouraging the weak person to pick it up. In that sense, with that mic, don’t ever lose it because that will be your biggest weapon.”

"假设他体内有两个人，其中一个在说：'起来！'。拿起它！'给另一个人。以这种方式，他在说，'拿起你的麦克风'。因此，有一个复杂的情况，即有一个弱者和一个强者在鼓励弱者拿起它。从这个意义上说，有了这个麦克风，永远不要失去它，因为这将是你最大的武器。"

“COM•PLEX” is as complex as the name suggests. And the line FELIP mentions captures the true meaning of the EP: Embracing your complexities, leaving all the pretensions at the door, and picking up the mic to start again.

"COM•PLEX "正如其名字所暗示的那样复杂。而FELIP提到的这句话抓住了这张EP的真正含义。拥抱你的复杂性，把所有的伪装留在门外，拿起麦克风重新开始。

And, what’s next for FELIP’s music? We don’t know. But, what I am sure of is: I can’t wait for the next drop.

而且，FELIP的音乐的下一步是什么？我们不知道。但是，我可以肯定的是：我已经迫不及待地想知道下一个消息了。

Curious what else is next for FELIP through his craft and personas? Catch the full cover story in PARCINQ’s First Quarter 2023 Issue. Pre-orders are now open via parcinqmarketplace.com.

好奇FELIP通过他的手艺和角色还有什么下一步？在PARCINQ的2023年第一季度期刊上看到完整的封面故事。预购现已通过parcinqmarketplace.com开放。

A Breakdown of PARCINQ Cover Star FELIP’s Music Leading Up to COM•PLEX

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