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BINUBUO nina Jean Flores, Angelika Sam, Mariel Ong, Ayaka Takakuwa, at Odri Toledo ang VVINK, ang P-pop girl group na papasikat na ngayon na binuo noong 2023.
At siyempre pa, dahil girl group din sila, natural lamang na maikompara sila sa sikat na grupong BINI.
Isa pang dahilan, ang recording company na nangangalaga sa VVINK ay ang FlipMusic nina Jumbo de Belen, Mat Olavides. Nica del Rosario, Nolan Bernardino Jeli Mateo, Myk Conchada, Rap Sanchez, at Pow Chavez.
Nagkataon naman na ang Flip Music din ang nagpasikat ng mga kanta ng BINI tulad ng Pantropiko, Karera, at Salamin Salamin.
Samantala, ayon sa manager ng grupo na si Ranvel Rufino, hindi competition ang turing niya sa madalas na pagkukuompara sa VVINK at BINI.
Flattered nga sila na naikukompara ang VVINK sa BINI na isang sikat na grupo na nagmarka nang todo at nag-angat sa P-pop sa global market.
Hindi rin maiaalis ang koneksiyon sa dalawang grupo lalo pa nga at, ang leader ng VVINK na si Angelika ang sumulat ng ilang bahagi ng Pantropiko ng BINI at produced ng FlipMusic.
Ayon pa kay Ranvel, “However, we don’t view this as a competition. We have immense respect for the artists who came before us and recognize the groundwork they’ve laid. Our focus is not on outshining others, but on contributing meaningfully to growth of the industry.
“VVINK’s mission aligns with a larger purpose—to be part of the continued evolution of Original Pilipino Music and to rise alongside fellow artists,not apart from them.”
Kahit dalawang capital letter na “V” ang gamit sa spelling ay “Wink” ang bigkas sa pangalan ng grupo.
Bakit nga ba?
Ayon pa rin kay Ranvel, ang meaning nito ay dobleng tagumpay o double victory para sa VVINK.
“The group’s name, pronounced like wink, carries layered meaning and intention.
“The double V symbolizes Double Victory, Double Vision, and the duality of past and future. Visually, the mirrored V’s form a W, representing ‘Win.’
“The name also alludes to key milestones and values, two years of training, two tracks released by each member during their pre-debut.
“Second chances and fresh starts… a reminder that growth often comes from beginning again.
“VVINK reflects grit, hope, and the belief that artistry evolves when people rise again with purpose.
“Their name and journey embody resilience, a testament to how second chances and unwavering passion can forge something truly powerful in both music and identity.”
Tulala ang debut single ng VVINK na komposisyon nina Myk, Jumbo, at Mat.
“It was chosen as VVINK’s debut single because it perfectly captures a feeling so many can relate to, the chaos and sweetness of young love hitting you hard and unexpectedly.
“It’s fun, fresh, and emotionally honest, just like VVINK.Even the title ‘Tulala’ carries layered meaning.
“Phonetically, it hints at ‘Tu’ (two) and ‘La-La’ (a doubled syllable), which subtly nods to the group’s core narrative.
“Our vision for VVINK is to be one of the recognized movers of P-pop and OPM alongside other Filipino artists who already have great contributions.
“We want our songs heard here and other places, crossing borders and spreading positive vibes. Gusto namin maging parte ng buhay ng mga Filipino gayundin ng iba pang lahi.”
