“Parapapa… Pa’no ba kita mapapasaya?”
The band’s third single is a certified serotonin boost ! A playful, sun-drenched anthem that trades angst for unfiltered joy. It’s the kind of track that instantly changes the mood, from the first bright strum to the irresistibly catchy chorus that plants itself in your head and refuses to leave. It’s ear candy in its purest form: effortless, familiar, and deeply satisfying. By the time the chorus loops back, you’ve already surrendered, humming along, smiling, and wondering how a song this simple could feel so alive.
Fun fact: The song was actually inspired by bassist and musical director Francis de Veyra’s youngest daughter with Ziera de Veyra, the band’s manager. One day, their little one couldn’t stop crying and from that tender, real-life moment came the lines “Paano ba kita mapapasaya, kahit anong dalhin, kahit anong gawin.” Then comes the gentle reassurance of “Sasaya ka rin,”. From there, the band added their own playful twist in the bridge, turning a quiet family moment into a feel-good anthem that’s impossible not to smile to.
Let’s talk about that music video — and did I already say ear candy? Well, this music video is eye candy. A treasure trove of surprise cameos and blink-and-you’ll-miss-it moments (no spoilers, promise). It’s vibrant, self-aware, and bursting with personality, perfectly matching the song’s feel-good pulse.
Watch “Happy For You” here:
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Before “Happy For You” ever found its way to streaming platforms, Uncle Bob’s Funky Seven Club had already been playing it in their live gigs, one of which I got to experience first-hand a few months back at The Backdoor in QC. It also happened to be the very first time I saw them perform live. And honestly? That night changed everything.
“Sasaya ka rin. ’Wag mong dalhin ang mga alaala. Sasaya ka rin…”
At the time, I was in a really dark place. The kind that makes you want to give up. I almost did. But something inside me whispered, “Get up. Go out. Just listen to some music.” So I did. I went on Facebook, saw a poster saying UBF7C was playing that night, and decided to take the leap. I didn’t know the band. I didn’t even know what I was looking for that night — only that I needed a reason to keep going. But the moment they started — boom! — the heaviness I’d been carrying disappeared. Suddenly, I was smiling. Dancing. Feeling alive again.
When they played “Happy For You,” it hit me straight in the chest. The song felt like it was speaking directly to me, every lyric, every beat. I almost cried, but somehow, their music turned my tears into laughter. I danced, sang my heart out, and realized that for the first time in a while, I was truly happy. Since that night, I’ve made it a point to catch them live whenever I can. Because every time they play, I feel that same spark that reminder that music can heal, and that joy can always find its way back.
That’s why “Happy For You” is so special to me. It’s more than just a song, it’s a moment I’ll never forget. Every time I hear it, I remember that night , that feeling of being pulled out of the dark by a melody that radiates pure happiness. It’s the kind of track that reminds you life can still surprise you in the best ways that even when you’re at your lowest, there’s always something, or someone, waiting to make you smile again. And that’s exactly why I’m writing about it because “Happy For You” made me just that: happy, and grateful to still be here to feel it.
“Sasaya ka rin.”
Ringo is a storyteller at heart, with a writing journey that’s as eclectic as his playlist. He’s dabbled in a variety of topics, including pop culture, music, automobiles, and travel. He also ventured into the daring and uncensored realm of storytelling while working as a content writer for Playboy Magazine, where he gained experience in telling bold and varied stories.
In his later role as a Staff Writer for Geekosity Magazine, he delved deeply into the realm of fandoms and superheroes, creating stories that honor all the elements that contribute to the success of pop culture. For someone who was raised with an interest in both words and worlds other than his own, it was the ideal playground.
As a content and news writer Taguig City’s Public Information Office, he currently serves on the front lines of public service by telling stories that have an impact, and educating, inspiring, and connecting the public through the city’s transformative initiatives.
Whether it’s fiction, features, or facts, Ringo’s goal remains the same: to write stories that engage, empower, and leave a mark.