"Marupok" by KZ Tandingan and Danielle Balagtas Wins Himig 11th Edition Best Song

The highly relatable song “Marupok” composed by Danielle Balagtas was proclaimed as the Best Song in the country’s biggest songwriting competition, ABS-CBN’s Himig 11th Edition.

Interpreted by “Asia’s Soul Supreme” KZ Tandingan, the universal dance-pop yet distinctively Filipino track about easily catching feelings for someone earned its songwriter Danielle a P300,000 cash prize and a house and lot from Lumina Homes.

“I wanted this to be a symbolism for a girl who is labeled as ‘marupok’ to remember that we all have the capacity to grow and be empowered women,” Danielle explained.

KZ, who first won in Himig Handog 2014 for Edwin Marollano’s Best Song entry and smash hit “Mahal Ko o Mahal Ako,” also shared how special “Marupok” is to her. "’Marupok’ is a song that’s closest to who I am as an artist, so if it didn’t become a finalist for Himig, this would definitely still be part of my album. It sounded like it was meant for me.”

The music video of “Marupok” directed by Gelo Yellow also notched the “MYX Choice for Best Music Video” special award with a P25,000 cash prize.

FULL LIST OF HIMIG 11TH EDITION WINNERS

 

Best Song: “Marupok”

Composer: Daniella Ann Balagtas

Interpreter: KZ Tandingan

 

2nd Best Song: “Kahit na Masungit”

Composer: John Francis and Jayson Franz Pasicolan

Interpreters: Jeremy G and Kyle Echarri

Live performance by: Bugoy Drilon 

 

3rd Best Song: “Ibang Planeta”

Composer: Dan Tañedo

Interpreter: Zild

 

4th Best Song: “Ang Hirap Maging Mahirap”

Composer: Kenneth Reodica

Interpreter: Davey Langit featuring Kritiko

Live performance by: JM Yosures featuring Kritiko

 

5th Best Song: “Kulang ang Mundo”

Composer: Daryl Cielo

Interpreter: Sam Mangubat

 

Special Awards

 

Most Streamed Song: “Kahit Kunwari Man Lang”

Composer: David Mercado

Interpreter: Moira dela Torre and Agsunta

 

MYX Choice for Best Music Video: “Marupok”

Composer: Danielle Balagtas

Interpreter: KZ Tandingan

Music Video Director: Geloyellow/ Gerard Lopez

 

MOR Entertainment Choice Award: “Tinadhana Sa’yo”

Composer: SJ Gandia

Interpreter: Zephanie

 

TFC’s Global Choice: “Tinadhana Sa’yo”

Composer: SJ Gandia

Interpreter: Zephanie

 

Himig TikTok Choice Award: “Tabi Tabi Po”

Composer: Mariah Moriones

Interpreter: JMKO

The finals night of Himig 11th Edition was first seen on KTX.ph last Sunday (March 21) hosted by Edward Barber, Jayda, and Jona. The event proved to be a grand celebration of OPM with stellar performances from OPM’s finest Jona, Jayda, Bugoy Drilon, Liezel Garcia, Sheryn Regis, Nyoy Volante, and Jed Madela.

Celebrate OPM by streaming Himig 11th Edition compilation album, out now on Spotify and soon on other digital music streaming platforms. For more details, visit https://www.facebook.com/Himig2020 on Facebook or follow Star Music on Facebook (www.facebook.com/starmusicph), and Twitter and Instagram (@StarMusicPH).