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MANILA – Rapper-composer Kritiko has released a new rap song titled “Amazak“ under Star Music.

"I am very attached to this song primarily because this is the first song that I’ve written where the tune is somehow similar to singing," Kritiko said.

"Another sentiment during the writing process was my switch from the inspirational type of vibe to a somehow sexy and a more sensual approach," he added.

Composed by Kritiko, "Amazak" is about one’s intense yearning for a special person, with the rap verses shedding light on the obstacles he has faced which prevent him from being with his loved one.

Its title is derived by reading the Filipino word ‘kasama’ (companion) in reverse.

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“Amazak” is the first in a trilogy of Kritiko’s original rap-love songs depicting a similar narrative that will be part of his five-song debut EP to be released soon.

“These songs contain true-to-life scenarios that happen in our world today. However, they aren’t accepted because the story of this EP is about forbidden love,” explained Kritiko, whose real name is John Michael Edixon.

He first gained attention when he placed third in the 2018 Himig Handog songwriting competition for his entry “Kababata,” which he sang with Kyla.