The Filipino band encourages listeners to reach for their dreams and goals in life despite dealing with personal tribulations
Ben&Ben is championing the resilience in the face of personal challenges through another awe-inspiring anthem.
The Filipino folk-pop group has dedicated their latest song, “Courage (acoustic version),” to those dreamers who find themselves grappling with the daunting hurdles of life. In this stripped-down rendition, they delve into the depths of the human spirit.
In a press statement, the chart-topping band candidly shared that they’ve been navigating a mentally challenging period over the past few months, grappling with adversity and moments of despair. These experiences served as the fertile ground for the creation of “Courage.” They recognized that while the sensation of hopelessness is palpable, they wanted to transmute it into an uplifting musical composition, as it’s a sentiment that resonates with many but is often challenging to express.
Released through Sony Music Entertainment, the acoustic version of the song was penned by Miguel and Paolo Benjamin and produced by their frequent collaborator, Jean Paul Verona. Their intent was to employ a back-to-basics approach that could captivate listeners through the potency of their lyrics and the warmth of their melodies.
The acclaimed ensemble expounds, “For this release of ‘Courage,’ we returned to our musical roots, allowing the acoustic guitars’ resonances to envelop the vocal harmonies. We deliberately kept it simple because we wanted to swiftly convey the song’s message to our audience.”
With “Courage (acoustic version),” Ben&Ben confidently harks back to their signature style of intimate connection. This snapshot of their journey as individuals and artists portrays a path fraught with imperfections and challenges but anchored by unwavering perseverance and courage, all in the quest to make the world a better place.
Ben&Ben is eager to embark on the process of recording and arranging the final version of the song in the coming weeks. This marks a unique moment in their career, as they’re unveiling the stripped-down version to their audience before building it up as a full band rendition in the following weeks and months.
Notably, Ben&Ben has been making waves with their seven nominations at the 2023 Awit Awards, including Song of the Year, Best Performance by a Group Artist, Best Pop Recording, Best Alternative Recording, Best Traditional/Contemporary Folk Recording, and Music Video of the Year. The Paninindigan Kita act is currently on a world tour, with upcoming stops in Sydney and Dubai this month.
Ben&Ben’s “Courage (acoustic version)” is now available on all digital music platforms worldwide through Sony Music Entertainment.
