Namumula

"Namumula"
Song by Maki
from the album Kolorcoaster
LanguageFilipino
English titleBlush
ReleasedAugust 30, 2024 (2024-08-30)
Length2:54
LabelTarsier Records
Songwriters
  • Ralph William Datoon
  • Viktor Nhiko Sabiniano
ProducerViktor Nhiko Sabiniano
Maki singles chronology
"Kurba"
(2024) 		"Namumula"
(2024) 		"Bughaw"
(2024)
Audio sample
"Namumula"
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Music video
"Namumula" on YouTube

"Namumula" (transl. Blush, lit. 'Reddening') is a song by Filipino singer Maki. It was released as a digital pre-single for his debut album Kolorcoaster on August 30, 2024, through Tarsier Records, and was produced by Nhiko Sabiniano. The track explores the internal conflict of deciding whether to pursue someone who isn't good for you, despite potentially hurting yourself along the way.

Background

Following the successful release of his chart-topping single "Dilaw" (Yellow). Maki announced the upcoming release of his digital single "Namumula", generating great anticipation among fans.[1] Maki said that "Namumula" was dedicated to individuals who are drawn to relationships despite recognizing potential "red flags"—behaviors or signs that indicate possible future problems, addressing the emotional struggles of hopeless romantics who are drawn to these kind of relationships. Maki contrasted this with "Dilaw", highlighting the different forms of love.[2]

Composition

"Namumula" is two minutes and fifty-four seconds long, set in the key of C, with a tempo of 76 beats per minute.[3] The song was produced by Nhiko Sabiniano and composed by him along with Maki.[4] The track explores the internal conflict of deciding whether to pursue someone who isn't good for you, despite potentially hurting yourself along the way.[5]

Promotion and release

Maki first teased the single "Namumula" in mid-August 2024 through his social media platforms. The promotion included a preview clip of the song along with a pre-save link posted on Instagram.[6] "Namumula", along with its music video, was released on August 30, 2024.[7] On September 1, Maki performed "Namumula" live on ASAP Natin 'To.[8]

In March 2025, Maki announced that "Namumula" will be part of his upcoming first full-length album, titled Kolorcoaster[9][10] and scheduled for release on September 19, 2025.[11]

On November 30, 2025, Maki joined the second edition of the Trillion Peso March against corruption at the People Power Monument in Quezon City, in which he performed a modified version of "Namumula".[12]

Commercial performance

Following its release on August 30, 2024, "Namumula" debuted at number forty-five on Billboard Philippines' Hot 100 chart.[13]

In December 2025, "Kahel na Langit" was recognized by Apple Music Philippines among its Top OPM Songs of the year, placing ninth.[14]

Credits and personnel

Credits are adapted from Apple Music[4] and music video.[15]

  • Maki — vocal, songwriter
  • Nhiko Sabiniano — songwriter, producer

Music video

  • Maki — cast
  • Nhiko Sabiniano — cast
  • Jannah Chua — cast
  • Kerbs Balagtas — director

Charts

Weekly peak chart positions for "Namumula"
Chart (2024) Peak
position
Philippines Hot 100 (Billboard Philippines)[16] 15
Philippines (Top Philippine Songs)[17] 6

Accolades

Award Year Category Result Ref.
Awit Awards 2025 Music Video of the Year Nominated [18][19]
P-pop Music Awards 2024 Production Design in a Music Video Nominated [20][21]
Filipino Music Awards 2025 People’s Choice Awards: Song Nominated [22]
Pop Song of the Year Nominated

References

  1. ^ Saulog, Gabriel (August 20, 2024). "Maki Announces Upcoming New Single "Namumula"". Billboard Philippines. Archived from the original on September 27, 2024. Retrieved August 21, 2024.
  2. ^ Cerezo, Anna (August 24, 2024). "Maki dedicares new single 'Namumula' to 'red flag enjoyers'". ABS-CBN News. Archived from the original on September 27, 2024. Retrieved August 24, 2024.
  3. ^ "Tempo for Namumula - Maki". SongBPM. Archived from the original on August 31, 2024. Retrieved August 31, 2024.
  4. ^ a b "Namumula – Song by Maki – Apple Music". Apple Music (PH). Archived from the original on August 31, 2024. Retrieved August 30, 2024.
  5. ^ Saulog, Gabriel (August 30, 2024). "Maki Chases After Red Flags In His New Single "Namumula"". Billboard Philippines. Retrieved August 23, 2025.
  6. ^ Antonio, Joshua (August 22, 2024). "Maki to release 'Namumula' on August 30". ABS-CBN News. Archived from the original on September 27, 2024. Retrieved August 22, 2024.
  7. ^ "Maki releases music video for new single 'Namumula'". ABS-CBN News. August 30, 2024. Retrieved August 30, 2024.
  8. ^ "Maki sings new single 'Namumula' on 'ASAP' stage". ABS-CBN News. September 1, 2024. Archived from the original on September 2, 2024. Retrieved September 2, 2024.
  9. ^ Krishnan, Ganiel (March 13, 2025). "Maki announces full-length album 'KOLORCOASTER', unveils 'Bughaw' music video". ABS-CBN. Retrieved March 13, 2025.
  10. ^ Pagulong, Charmie Joy (April 15, 2025). "How Maki comes up with color-themed anthems". The Philippine Star. Retrieved August 1, 2025.
  11. ^ Mercado, Josh (August 1, 2025). "'Dilaw' hitmaker Maki announces debut album at Alagang Suki Fest 2025". ABS-CBN. Retrieved August 1, 2025.
  12. ^ Mallorca, Hannah (November 30, 2025). "Maris Racal, Maki, more take to the streets to join Nov. 30 anti-corruption rallies". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved December 2, 2025.
  13. ^ Go, Mayks (September 11, 2024). "Maki's "Namumula" Debuts At No. 45 On The Philippines Hot 100". Billboard Philippines. Archived from the original on September 11, 2024. Retrieved September 16, 2024.
  14. ^ "Cup of Joe's 'Multo' lands No. 1 spot on Top OPM Songs of 2025 on Apple Music PH". ABS-CBN. December 4, 2025. Retrieved December 4, 2025.
  15. ^ Tarsier Records (August 29, 2024). "Namumula" by Maki (Official Music Video). Archived from the original on August 30, 2024. Retrieved August 31, 2024 – via YouTube.
  16. ^ "Philippines Hot 100 – Week of October 19, 2024". Billboard Philippines. Retrieved December 31, 2024.
  17. ^ "Top Philippine Songs – Week of October 26, 2024". Billboard Philippines. Retrieved December 31, 2024.
  18. ^ "Awit Awards 2025 unveil nominations". GMA News. October 3, 2025. Retrieved October 3, 2025.
  19. ^ Cerezon, Anne (November 17, 2025). "BINI wins multiple accolades at 38th Awit Awards". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved November 17, 2025.
  20. ^ "PPOP Music Awards 2024: Here's the list of official nominees". GMA News. December 3, 2024. Retrieved December 3, 2024.
  21. ^ "Ppop Music Awards 2024: Here's the complete list of winners". GMA News Online. December 29, 2024. Archived from the original on December 29, 2024. Retrieved December 29, 2024.
  22. ^ Basbas, Francesca Judine (October 22, 2025). "Here Are Winners Of The First-Ever Filipino Music Awards — Updating List". Billboard Philippines. Retrieved October 22, 2025.


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