Basically PauAu: The One With A Different Playground

It’s been 2 years since Karylle last released an album and I cannot explain how happy I am about the release of her newest album that came out last November 6.

The title really fits the vibe of the entire album, a different playground. In my opinion, most of the songs are outside of Karylle's usual style and it goes beyond the genre people know her for. This aspect of the album just makes me like it even more. It's something new, something fresh and also a proof that she is a versatile singer. I mean, I believe it's hard to be good at more than one genre. (Look at Taylor Swift, she had to choose between country and pop.)

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I'm really excited about this album just like how Karylle is excited about unboxing it. I have to admit, the album cover and design is pretty rad. (Well, all her album covers have been awesome so far and haven't failed to deliver.)

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The album has 8 awesome tracks 2 of which she released already. I cannot wait for new music videos and what her next single is.

Being my reactive and opinionated self, I decided to write a sort of review for each song. I've managed to pick early favorites based on first listen but I think I got a better feel of the album after letting it play all day. From my way to school, to my way home, to my jam during homework and even while typing this. My review would basically be my tweets compiled into one post since I would usually tweet my fave line or how a certain part of the song can be #hugot or how awesome that note sounded or how I got #LastSongSyndrome already.

Fave Line: Magbabalik-balik, balik baliktanaw

This was actually a good choice to put first on the track list. I reaaallly like the beat of this song. I have a feeling that this would be a good wake up call in the morning. To be honest, for someone who got left behind this is a pretty positive, upbeat and optimistic song to sing, focusing on the good memories rather than the bad ones and choosing to go back to those memories rather than dwelling on the negative ones. Pretty much how we should be taking things. #FAVORITE. This song is totally #LSS worthy.

Fave Line: This is the sound when you're around

The beginning beat of this song is quite deceiving. I was thinking that it was some quick tempo-ed revenge song. If I was scoring a movie, this song would be perfect for when the leads meet up for the first time after going through a great catastrophe. HAHAHA. Music video ideas! LOL. I wonder though why "Sunflower" is the title. Did I miss it or did I not hear the word sunflower anywhere in that song? Karylle, if you read this, why?

P.S. Sunflowers are my favorite. Just a random fact.

Fave Line: Wag sanang aking akalain, di akin ang pag-ibig at pag-tingin. OUCH!

#HUGOT. This song and all the feels of the choice of waiting and fighting or letting go. But I do wonder about the answer to the question posted on the chorus. "Paano ko tuturuan ang puso na magtiis?" I can already see this track as a theme song of a certain movie or teleserye or maybe even the newst plot to a wattpad story. In my opinion, this genre is Karylle's usual style, so it was good to explore other styles but keep a little of the usual.

Fave Line: Even when it rains. Raining marshmallows.

I would probably consider this as the chillest song in the album. I really got attached to this one the most. I love the sound of the guitar and the witty lyrics is just perf. I want to make a cover of it as soon as I can. I love it that much that I want to learn it an instant. Basically has been my calming song since its release. I listen to it when I'm angry, nervous, about to take a test, even in the most random moments but I'm guessing it has found its competition on my playlist. I wish this song was longer though. I love how #positive this song is. Such a feel good tune.

Fave Line: My lips are way too busy talking about my baby

Got a crush or maybe a new fangirl/boy subject and all you do is run your mouth about them. From actual conversations and maybe even on social media (been there, done that) to a point that people around you wants you to shut up. Here is the perfect song. I like how this album is filled with feel good music or in this case, a feel good love song that has hints of clingy vibes. HAHAHA. Shoop shoop shoop shoop shoobedowap. I got hooked to this song not long ago during my prelims week and I think I annoyed people by constantly playing and singing it. Finally, to be able to shut up about this song, I made a cover of it on my soundcloud.

And of course I couldn't shut up when Karylle retweeted it. AHHHH.

Fave Line: Ang iyong kalinga ay kanlungang matibay

Hearing the first line made me realize something, this was the freaking song in Rama Hari. This was actually my favorite part of the play and it was even more awesome that they gave this epic song a modern twist. Seriously, this is awesome. BTW, Karylle needs a new musical soon.

Awww. #TBT Rama Hari was the first time I met Karylle in person, almost 3 years ago.

Fave Line: Epic or disaster, take your pick.

I really like the progression of the song from minimal instrument sound to a slow build up until it hits 2:05. I haven't quite grasped the idea of the song except for the idea of having chances but then again maybe I'm overthinking it.

Fave Line: Teeeendeeerrlllyyyy

This is one of the obvious depiction of the "out of the usual style" songs that makes this album more versatile than you think. Listening to this gave me a quick feel of Dessert Drama from the Roadtrip album. I like the simplicity of the song and just the easy vibe the tone brings.

So, basically, this is what I think of the album just by spending a day and a half with it. I cannot wait for the actual album launch and hear Karylle sing these songs live. I also look forward to hearing the stories behind the songs.Maybe some of my ideas and opinions would change after hearing them. Meanwhile, I recommend you buy this album if you don't have it yet. (no to piracy.) I still really like buying CDs even though some of my friends think I'm crazy but that's just my preference.