CEBU, Philippines – Cebuano singer-songwriter Keith Human has just released his brand new single, a pop ballad called “Violeta”. The new track is out on streaming platforms on November 13 with a self-directed music video accompanying the release.
“Violeta” follows Keith Human’s recent single “The Age of Abandonment“. In contrast to the alternative rock direction of the previous release, “Violeta” leans into soft rock – a ballad reminiscent of timeless hits from the 1980s. Both tracks form part of Keith’s upcoming sophomore album, which follows his acclaimed debut album Boringly Wild, released in 2023.
“The track ‘Violeta’ reflects a sonic landscape where ambient textures meet raw guitar lines, underscoring the emotional core of the song,” Keith says. Collaborating again with long-time friend and cohort ST3R10,
Keith established the foundation of the song and let the prolific producer work his magic. The end result is a smooth pop track with a nostalgically catchy melody.
The title “Violeta” is a reference to an actual street in Bulacao, Cebu City. The street serves as the setting for the song’s lyrical protagonists, a couple who fall deeply into a “mutual delusion” about being in love. “I’m sure everyone who has already passed by that place or just lived nearby has some stories about Violeta Street, but this one right here is mine,” adds Keith.
The cover artwork for the new single, as well as the visual direction for the wider album campaign, is crafted by the renowned visual artist Inodoro™, whose striking imagery for “Violeta” amplifies the song’s lyrical themes of longing and resilience.
To celebrate the release, Keith Human and Melt Records are hosting a listening party on November 13 in the evening at Filla Killa Shop. In addition to premiering the song’s music video, the event will also feature acoustic performances from Angelou Sereno, Elizabeth, and Keith himself, as well as a DJ set by ST3R10.
“Violeta” is now available on all major streaming platforms – stream the track today.