You guys know I’m a huge believer in Original Pilipino Music (OPM), but what GMA Playlist and Sparkle artists Akira Kurata, Shaun Salvador, and Seb Pajarillo have done isn’t just releasing singles—they’ve crafted a whole narrative. They didn’t just give us three songs; they gave us the entire emotional arc of a modern relationship, from the first spark to the final, soulful goodbye.

Get ready to update your “Relationship Status” playlist, because this trilogy is about to become the soundtrack to your love life.

The Full Spectrum of Love: Why We Need This Trilogy

What makes this project so brilliant is how each song represents a distinct phase. It’s relatable, it’s raw, and it showcases the dynamic range of OPM. Watching the artists share their journey, it’s clear this was a deeply personal process, where their own experiences were used to make the music feel universal.

Chapter 1: Akira Kurata’s “Dahil Sa’yo”—The Kilig Anthem You Can Dance To

When you first fall in love, everything is high-energy, right? That’s exactly what Akira Kurata’s debut single, “Dahil Sa’yo,” captures. It’s an upbeat pop track that oozes pure joy and vibrancy.

Akira shared that he wanted the song to make listeners feel “happy and full of love” and that it’s a song you can literally “dance to while singing.” He revealed in an interview that the song is about that person who is constantly on your mind—whether you’re eating or sleeping. It was originally a bit slower, but he requested a more upbeat tempo, and I’m so glad they made the switch. It’s the perfect jam for celebrating that kilig new beginning!

Chapter 2: Shaun Salvador’s “Get Through”—Fighting for Love When the Walls Are Falling

This is where the relationship gets real. Shaun Salvador’s track, “Get Through,” tackles the difficult middle stage: perseverance through struggles.

Shaun’s inspiration came directly from his own life; he shared that his experience in a five-year relationship helped make the song deeply relatable. It’s a raw, honest conversation between two people who are committed to sustaining their love. It captures that crucial moment when things are “falling apart,” but you are still “holding on to hope.” It’s the anthem for every couple that knows some love is just worth fighting for.

Chapter 3: Seb Pajarillo’s “Guhit”—The Beautiful Mark of What Once Was

If you’ve ever had a love that left a lasting impression, Seb Pajarillo’s soulful ballad, “Guhit” (which means “mark” or “stroke”), will hit you right in the feels. This song is about the beautiful aftermath—the memories and imprints that remain long after the breakup.

Seb revealed that “Guhit” is the third installment in a personal trilogy, serving as the acceptance song after his previous singles dealt with deep love (Want You) and heartbreaking regret (Tati). He described the intense emotional process of recording it, admitting that he was going through personal relationship problems at the time. “Guhit” helped him accept that even though a love is gone, the memory “will always be in the past” as something beautiful.

The Process: When Personal Heartbreak Fuels Art

What struck me most in the interview was how much of themselves these artists poured into their work. Seb mentioned how the lyrics of “Guhit” felt so personal, he wondered if the writer was listening to his life. Shaun also had a song scrapped before “Get Through” because they wanted the material to perfectly resonate with the singer’s own story.

This commitment to authenticity is what makes this OPM trilogy a must-listen. It’s real people telling real stories, set to incredible music.

The entire trilogy—”Dahil Sa’yo,” “Get Through,” and “Guhit”—is now available on all digital platforms worldwide. Go stream them now and take a journey through your own love story!

Watch their interview here:

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