a!ka – “Every Once In A Blue Moon”

Born in Balanga City as Aika Zabala, this Filipino singer, songwriter and producer grew up in a family of musicians. Having been singing and dancing since she was young, she entered a lot of singing contests. Although she diverted to musical theatre for a bit, the pandemic triggered her initial love again and she started posting covers to TikTok. Blending R&B, soul and jazz and inspired by Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande and Lea Salonga, she released her debut “Leave A Message” in 2024.

Exploring taking risks, embracing the unknown and not letting chances slip away, her new single reminds us to seize rare opportunities in life, whether that’s love or something else. Wrapped in a delicate melody, the song starts with a mellow piano and her enchanting voice. It slowly leads to a more upbeat chorus, with a laidback rhythm, soft keys and a thrilling electric guitar solo. And with her mesmerizing vocals stroking our ears, this scrumptious tune is brimming with hope and inspiration.