When it comes to music, music videos are important supplements to what we can hear as they stimulate our visual senses in a way that sound cannot.
From creative homemade projects to cinematic works that beg to be seen on a big screen, all forms of music videos are released by Singapore's talented musicians seeking to extend the stories told in their songs every month. In this monthly series, we will be rounding up the latest releases from our sunny island that might fly under the radar.
Check out Hear65's guide to local music videos for January and contact us at hello@hear65.com to submit your music videos!
omarKENOBI - 'Feels Good'
Released: 23 January 2024
Saturated with good vibes all around, omarKENOBI returns to the local hip-hop scene with a fresh single, 'FEELS GOOD'. Directed by Matt Selvam, the video sees the rapper spend the day hanging out with homegrown artists Aisyah Aziz, TENGY, and FARIZ JABBA at a picnic and participate in a game of futsal with his peers.
Stefanie Sun - '最后之后 (王者榮耀琥珀紀元主題曲)'
Released: 23 January 2024
Stefanie Sun's '最后之后' is the theme song of 王者榮耀琥珀紀元主題曲 (Honor of Kings Amber Age). Taking us across an otherworldly universe with snippets of characters from the mobile game, the Mandopop star sings a song of courage and civility.
Louie Indigo, Afro Junior - 'The games you play'
Released: 19 January 2024
You would expect a catchy tropical tune to be released during the summer season, but when you live in (always) sunny Singapore, the usual rules do not apply. Singer-songwriter and producer Louie Indigo has kicked off his 2024 with his new track, 'The games you play', and it comes paired with a relaxing music video that will also make you want to take a day off to unwind at Marina Barrage.
Stefanie Sun - '樣子'
Released: 17 January 2024
Mandopop star Stefanie Sun's latest single, '樣子', serves as the official theme song of the 2024 Chinese drama series 要久久愛 (Love Endures). Starring Yang Zi, Fan Cheng Cheng, and more, the series centres on six childhood buddies who reunite after years apart, leading to the rekindling of friendships and romance. Aside from featuring an emotional montage of clips from the series, the music video for '樣子' includes a special appearance from Sun herself.
Boon Hui Lu - '想等到你 (Wait With Me)'
Released: 16 January 2024
Taiwan-based Singaporean singer-songwriter Boon Hui Lu's '想等到你 (Wait With Me)' can be heard in Miro Wang Yuk-Kei's 2024 film 小子 KIDS. Featuring appearances from the film's stars Edward Chen and Patty Lee, the track's accompanying music video is a collection of heartwarming and tearjerking scenes from the picture.
Will Beale, Wovensound, aeriqah - 'Momentary Lives (Live)'
Released: 12 January 2024
Set on a rooftop that is decked with lounge chairs under the night sky, this video sees Will Beale, Wovensound, and aeriqah unite for a live set of ‘Momentary Lives’. As we watch the trio deliver an acoustic and intimate performance of the track, their friends gather to listen, harmonise with the tune, and have a good time throughout. This truly reminds us to live in the moment and appreciate the people around us.
JustJaewin, RK915 - 'Day by Day'
Released: 12 January 2024
Local rapper JustJaewin takes us on a mellow journey around Singapore while thinking back on a relationship that did not go the way it was supposed to. As he walks alone through the forest, he pours his heart out to his listeners about the pain that still lingers to this day.
Axel Brizzy - 'MAJOR'
Released: 10 January 2024
Homegrown rapper Axel Brizzy welcomes the new year with a fresh release, 'MAJOR', and music video directed by Farid Nanni. In this motivational anthem, he tells us to “put in the work till we’re Major” – a perfect reminder for us to get back in the grind as we embark on a refreshing start.
