“Mapa” (lit. transl. map, a portmanteau of mama and papa; stylized in all uppercase) is a song recorded by Filipino boy band SB19, released on May 16, 2021, by Sony Music, as the second pre-release digital single off their extended play Pagsibol. The song was written by the band’s leader Pablo, who also co-produced the song, together with Jay Durias of South Border and by Simon Servida, who also serves as the personnel behind the band’s previous single “What?”. The song was released between Mother’s Day and Father’s Day as a tribute to all parents. It has placed fifth on Google’s most searched songs globally in 2021.
Probably one of the most compelling tribute songs to parents, ever recorded, SB19’s MAPA, is as powerfully sung, as it is meaningfully written. A perfect homage for parents, MAPA is a poetic testimonial to how mothers and fathers set aside themselves, so they can prioritize their children, first. It also talks about how a child gives back the favor, to their parents, who does everything to provide for their kids.”Kaya ‘wag mag-alala, ipikit ang ‘yong mata, ta’na .Pahinga muna, ako na’ng bahala. Labis pa sa labis ang ‘yong nagawa,” shares one of the lines of the song, which perfectly illustrates one’s commitment to giving back to their parents. A newly-released version of the song, which features the idol group’s collaboration with folk, pop band, Ben&Ben, gave it a refreshing spin without losing its original power.
EFFEL DELA CRUZ 