Namumula

2024 single by Maki

"Namumula"

Song by Maki
from the album  Kolorcoaster
Language| Filipino
English title| Blush
Released| August 30, 2024 (2024-08-30)
Length| 2:54
Label| Tarsier
Songwriter(s)|

* Ralph William Datoon
* Viktor Nhiko Sabiniano

Producer(s)| Viktor Nhiko Sabiniano
Maki singles chronology
| "Kurba"
(2024)  | "Namumula"
(2024)  |

|
|

Audio sample

"Namumula"

* file
* help

Music video
"Namumula" on YouTube

"Namumula" (transl. Blush, lit. 'Reddening') is a song by Filipino singer Maki. It was released as a digital pre-single for his first album Kolorcoaster on August 30, 2024, through Tarsier Records, and was produced by Nhiko Sabiniano.

## Background

[edit]

Following the successful release of his chart-topping single "Dilaw" (Yellow). Maki announced the upcoming release of his digital single "Namumula", generating great anticipation among fans.[1] Maki said that "Namumula" was dedicated to individuals who are drawn to relationships despite recognizing potential "red flags"—behaviors or signs that indicate possible future problems, addressing the emotional struggles of hopeless romantics who are drawn to these kind of relationships. Maki contrasted this with "Dilaw", highlighting the different forms of love.[2]

## Composition

[edit]

"Namumula" is two minutes and fifty-four seconds long, set in the key of C, with a tempo of 76 beats per minute.[3] The song was produced by Nhiko Sabiniano and composed by him along with Maki.[4]

## Promotion and release

[edit]

Maki first teased the single "Namumula" in mid-August 2024 through his social media platforms. The promotion included a preview clip of the song along with a pre-save link posted on Instagram.[5] "Namumula", along with its music video, was released on August 30, 2024.[6] On September 1, Maki performed "Namumula" live on ASAP Natin 'To[7]

In March 2025, Maki said that "Namumula" was part of his upcoming first full-length album, titled Kolorcoaster.[8]

## Commercial Performance

[edit]

Following its release on August 30, 2024, "Namumula" debuted at number forty-five on Billboard Philippines' Hot 100 chart.[9]

## Credits and personnel

[edit]

Credits are adapted from Apple Music[4] and music video.[10]

* Maki — vocal, songwriter
* Nhiko Sabiniano — songwriter, producer

### Music video

[edit]

* Maki — cast
* Nhiko Sabiniano — cast
* Jannah Chua — cast
* Kerbs Balagtas — director

## Charts

[edit]

Weekly peak chart positions for "Namumula"  Chart (2024)  | Peak
position

|

Philippines (Philippines Hot 100)[11] | 15
Philippines (Top Philippine Songs)[12] | 6

## Accolades

[edit]

Award  | Year  | Category  | Result  | Ref.

|
|
|
|

P-pop Music Awards  | 2024  | Production Design in a Music Video  | Nominated  | [13][14]

## References

[edit]

1. ^ Saulog, Gabriel (August 20, 2024). "Maki Announces Upcoming New Single "Namumula"". Billboard Philippines. Archived from the original on September 27, 2024. Retrieved August 21, 2024.
2. ^ Cerezo, Anna (August 24, 2024). "Maki dedicares new single 'Namumula' to 'red flag enjoyers'". ABS-CBN News. Archived from the original on September 27, 2024. Retrieved August 24, 2024.
3. ^ "Tempo for Namumula - Maki". SongBPM. Archived from the original on August 31, 2024. Retrieved August 31, 2024.
4. ^ a b "Namumula – Song by Maki – Apple Music". Apple Music (PH). Archived from the original on August 31, 2024. Retrieved August 30, 2024.
5. ^ Antonio, Joshua (August 22, 2024). "Maki to release 'Namumula' on August 30". ABS-CBN News. Archived from the original on September 27, 2024. Retrieved August 22, 2024.
6. ^ "Maki releases music video for new single 'Namumula'". ABS-CBN News. August 30, 2024. Retrieved August 30, 2024.
7. ^ "Maki sings new single 'Namumula' on 'ASAP' stage". ABS-CBN News. September 1, 2024. Archived from the original on September 2, 2024. Retrieved September 2, 2024.
8. ^ Krishnan, Ganiel (March 13, 2025). "Maki announces full-length album 'KOLORCOASTER', unveils 'Bughaw' music video". ABS-CBN. Retrieved March 13, 2025.
9. ^ Go, Mayks (September 11, 2024). "Maki's "Namumula" Debuts At No. 45 On The Philippines Hot 100". Billboard Philippines. Archived from the original on September 11, 2024. Retrieved September 16, 2024.
10. ^ Tarsier Records (August 29, 2024). "Namumula" by Maki (Official Music Video). Archived from the original on August 30, 2024. Retrieved August 31, 2024 - via YouTube.
11. ^ "Philippines Hot 100 for week of October 19, 2024". Billboard Philippines. Retrieved December 31, 2024.
12. ^ "Top Philippine Songs – Week of October 26, 2024". Billboard Philippines. Retrieved December 31, 2024.
13. ^ "PPOP Music Awards 2024: Here's the list of official nominees". GMA News. December 3, 2024. Retrieved December 3, 2024.
14. ^ "Ppop Music Awards 2024: Here's the complete list of winners". GMA News Online. December 29, 2024. Archived from the original on December 29, 2024. Retrieved December 29, 2024.

## External links

[edit]

* Namumula on YouTube

* v
* t
* e

Maki

Extended play|

* "Tanong"

Singles|

* "Halaga"
* Para Sa Buwan"
* "Thinkin' Bout Your Smile"
* "Better"
* Gusto Ko Nang Bumitaw"
* "Saan?"
* "Bakit?"
* "Saan? (Live at Cozy Cove)"
* "HBD"
* "Balse Ng Gabi (Remix)"
* "Sikulo"
* "Dilaw"
* "Namumula"

Concerts|

* "Maki-Concert"

Related articles|

* Tarsier Records
* Star Music
* Bini
* ABS-CBN Studios

*[transl.]: translation
*[lit.]: literal translation
*[Ref.]: Reference(s)
*[v]: View this template
*[t]: Discuss this template
*[e]: Edit this template