Celebrated singer-songwriter Kiko “KIKX” Salazar marks 15 years in the music industry with the release of KIKXV: Volume 1, out now as the first instalment in his anniversary project. Known for writing some of OPM’s most heartfelt hits, KIKX takes center stage not only as a composer but also as a vocalist—singing on all three tracks alongside handpicked artists who bring his music to life in new, emotional ways.
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The opening track, “Lagi-Lagi,” is a moving collaboration with long-time friend and acclaimed balladeer Tim Pavino. The song tells the story of someone holding on to the memory of a past love, even while knowing that person has already found happiness elsewhere. It reflects a quiet kind of love—constant, faithful, and unchanging—despite the pain it brings. There’s a powerful message in its honesty: even if nothing can be the same again, the feeling remains. The shared history and deep friendship between Kikx and Tim add even more depth to this tender, bittersweet song.
In “Naubos Na,” KIKX teams up with Ian Manibale, a standout from Tawag ng Tanghalan All-Star Grand Resbak, along with indie act day one. This track captures the emotional toll of staying in a relationship that has slowly gone sour. It begins with a plea to talk—one last effort to understand why love has stopped moving forward. The song moves through sorrow, confusion, and eventual acceptance. Despite trying to hold on until the end, there’s a heartbreaking realization: even the deepest love has its limits. The chorus reflects a painful truth—that love, no matter how strong at the start, can be worn down until there’s nothing left. With its honest lyrics and emotionally raw performance, “Naubos Na” offers a quiet but powerful portrait of letting go.
“Hindi Pa Rin” features GMA Sparkle Hunk Carlo San Juan and is a heartfelt declaration of love that refuses to fade despite fears and challenges. The song expresses the pain of missing someone deeply, the lingering presence of their memory, and the struggle to accept their absence. It speaks to a love that remains unshaken even when others doubt it—where the heart continues to hold on, fights to stay close, and refuses to let go. This track captures the determination to love fully and honestly, no matter the cost.
Over the past 15 years, Kikx Salazar has written for some of the most respected names in the industry—Kyla, Sam Mangubat, Lance Busa, and Morisette Amon, with the chart-topping “Akin Ka Na Lang” cementing his status as a songwriting force.
With KIKXV: Volume 1 from Star Music, Kikx reflects on love, loss, and lasting emotions—not only through his words, but now through his own voice. This project marks both a celebration of his career and the beginning of a more personal musical chapter. More volumes are on the way, promising even deeper stories still to be told.
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