Labit drops debut album ‘SOL’ in heartfelt tribute

Filipino-American indie pop artist Labit has officially unveiled his debut album ‘SOL’, a deeply personal 18-track journey inspired by family, identity, and the growing pains of adulthood.

Released on October 17, 2025, SOL is named in honor of Labit’s grandmother Solita, affectionately called “Grandma Sol,” whose wisdom and warmth serve as the emotional compass of the record.

“‘SOL’ is a widescreen coming-of-age statement that turns kitchen-table wisdom, late-night truth-talks, and hard-won self-belief into vivid storytelling,” Labit shared.

True to his signature style, Labit delivers honeyed vocals layered with analog textures and diaristic lyrics, creating a sound that’s as cozy as it is cinematic.

From raw vulnerability to nostalgic comfort, the album weaves personal stories with universal resonance — perfect for anyone who’s ever felt the ache of growing up or the pull of home.

Among the early singles, “MANGOES AND RICE” stands out as a love letter to Filipino-American identity, framed through a touching sibling conversation and a video rich with imagery of heritage, family, and community.

“CLEANING OUT THE FRIDGE,” a collaboration with Emily Rowed, dives into the emotional messiness of letting go. “Airing it out,” Labit sings, as he tears down emotional walls and chooses healing.

“PARALLEL” captures the quiet realization of love found close to home. Its hazart-directed video sets the moment in the back seat of a family Buick LeSabre — the very one Grandma Sol used to drive — infusing the narrative with nostalgia.

Other standout tracks include “FEBRUARY,” a wistful sunrise confession; “ALL MY PLANTS ARE DYING,” which humorously chronicles the chaos of modern life; and “BETTER,” an ode to choosing the right person when everything else feels off-balance.

Recurring motifs — cars, kitchens, shifting seasons — tie the album together, but it’s Labit’s conversational writing and emotionally upfront vocals that keep each song grounded and intimate.

The title track “SOL” serves as the album’s emotional core — a hushed, heartfelt dedication to the grandmother whose name and spirit echo across the entire record.

Labit’s growing momentum is especially felt in Asia, where his previous singles landed on Spotify’s New Music Friday playlists in the Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Vietnam.

His top streaming markets include India (#2), Indonesia (#3), the Philippines (#4), Thailand (#7), Taiwan (#8), and Malaysia (#10), with Southeast Asia dominating his Top 5 cities.

Since his 2019 debut, Labit has steadily built an international following, thanks to emotionally resonant songwriting and genre-blurring soundscapes that transcend borders.

For Labit, ‘SOL’ is more than just an album — it’s a journal of self-discovery, a tribute to his roots, and a reminder that there’s strength in vulnerability and grace in growth.