Filipino indie band One Click Straight is back with their latest single, "Siga," a lively track that offers a fresh take on themes of resilience and camaraderie. The song is accompanied by fast-paced visuals and high-energy performances. Following their 2023 self-titled album, the band shows no signs of slowing down, and "Siga" is just the beginning of what's in store for fans as they prepare to release even more new music.
Reflecting on the band's journey, drummer Tim Marquez shared his thoughts on putting out new music: "After putting out the album last year, we knew our writing juices didn’t run out and we still had a lot to say. ‘Siga’ was one of those songs, and I’m glad we finally released it. It is always fulfilling to put out new music."
While "Siga" is portrayed as lively, its message runs deeper, inspired by everyday life struggles. Tim explains, “Sometimes you feel like the world is against you. Everything’s falling apart, and nothing’s going your way, but all you can do is laugh. I just wanted to write something funny, vibrant, and quirky—like being stuck in classic Manila traffic and needing to pee. It’s the perfect soundtrack for that.” He added a message of hope: “I hope anyone who listens can just vibe out and feel like they’re not alone. Life may be hard, but it gets easier when you’re with your friends.”
Fan Reactions and Live Performances of “Siga”
The band recently played "Siga" live during their tour stops at "Dining Hall, Q.C." and "Calle Uno, Baguio" on September 13–14, 2024, receiving an overwhelmingly positive fan response. Sam Marquez, the band's lead vocalist, describes the energy of performing the song live: “The response for ‘Siga’ live has been crazy. Seeing the crowd go nuts during the extended outro will never get old, and the sound of all the voices singing the chorus together is infectious.”
Tim adds, "There's nothing better than being in a place where everyone understands each other. Shows have this amazing communal energy, and 'Siga' amplifies it to another level."
Behind-the-Scenes of the "Siga" Music Video
The production of the "Siga" music video came with its challenges. Tim recalls one particularly intense scene during filming. "The funny thing about the 'Siga' music video shoot is that we didn't anticipate the level of physicality and intensity required," he explains. "I remember a scene where I was upside down—it looked easy and harmless on paper, but it turned out to be one of the scariest things I've ever done for a shoot. Most of the scenes seemed fun in concept, but once we started filming, the fatigue and muscle pain were intense," he adds with a laugh.
What’s Next for One Click Straight?
With the release of "Siga," One Click Straight is gearing up for more new music and more live shows. Although there is no set date for future releases, Sam teases that the band has been hard at work. “We’ve been cooking, and a lot of new tunes are on the way. We have no concrete plan on when the next releases will be, but we’re excited.”
Fans can expect the band to continue delivering relatable, energetic tracks that capture the essence of everyday struggles and joys. The excitement surrounding their next steps is building, and fans won’t have to wait long for more exciting updates from the band.
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