A tale about cherished memories is what Gloc-9’s new song is about.
OPM rapper Gloc-9 reveals a new song with the title “Ala.”
The newest single is something that goes on the emotional side. It greatly mixes the themes of love, family, and the fragility of memory. The title “Ala” is a short, sweet, and precise wordplay of the Filipino word “alaala,” meaning memories, which serves as the central theme of this story.
Going into the song, Gloc-9 takes the listener on a journey through the life of a man who looks back on the great memories of his love life. It varies from meeting his significant other, creating a family, to growing old together. The song starts with celebrating different chapters in life, achieving the happiness of marriage, and having children as a blessing.
Through the years, the couple’s relationship has remained strong. As their children grow to have their own lives, they are only left with each other.
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Gloc-9 “Ala” story
It takes a painful twist as the man experiences symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease, a condition that slowly blurs his memories. The lyrics show the fear and uncertainty that come with this. The heartbreak of forgetting the memories he shared with the people.
Additionally, the lyrics are full of raw feelings, showing the man’s challenge to hold onto the memories that are going away and the struggle the family has to face.
The song delivers the importance of taking time and cherishing every moment with the people you love. This serves as proof of the beauty and sorrow that memories hold, making “Ala” a special work in Gloc-9’s established discography.
“Ala” by Gloc-9 is released under Universal Records PH and is part of the latest New Music Friday Philippines and Bago sa Kalye playlists on Spotify.
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