After more than a year since their last EP release, SunKissed Lola makes its return with “Edi Magalit Ka,” a warm, playful, and honest new single that builds on the heartfelt storytelling behind fan favorites such as “Pasilyo,” “Paki Sabi,” and “Makalimutan Ka.”

Turning a familiar Filipino phrase into a tender song about love, patience, and choosing a relationship over an argument, “Edi Magalit Ka” opens a fresh yet familiar chapter for the band.

Known for songs that capture love, longing, and the emotions people navigate in relationships, SunKissed Lola gives the phrase “Edi magalit ka” a softer meaning. Rather than sounding dismissive or prideful, the line becomes an affectionate reminder that even when disagreements arise, love remains—and someone is still willing to make amends.

“It’s a song about relationships,” vocalist Laura Lacbain shares. “Hindi maiiwasan ang away sa relationship, pero hindi pa rin mawawala ang love. Susuyuin pa rin sa huli.”

Vocalist and guitarist Alvin “Bino” Serito describes the track as a “loving anthem,” emphasizing the tenderness behind its message. “Even if you’re mad with your special someone, at the end of the day, they’re still your favorite person to come home to,” he says.

Choosing Love Over Ego

The song’s story began in 2021, although its earliest version carried a more prideful tone. As the track evolved, the band softened its lyrics and allowed more emotional openness into the song.

According to vocalist and guitarist Dan Ombao, Bino helped shape the confession-like portions of the track, including the addition of the line “’Di ba?” which gave the message a gentler feel.

At its core, “Edi Magalit Ka” is about choosing love over ego.

“No one has to win,” Bino says. “I will always choose the relationship over the argument.”

That emotional shift became central to the final version of the song. What could have sounded stubborn or sarcastic was transformed into something more sincere, with the title itself leaving room for interpretation.

“The title was intriguing in itself,” Laura says. “You will be curious. Pwedeng i-send sa jowa. You really need to listen to the song to understand the context.”

A Lighter, Warmer Sound

Musically, “Edi Magalit Ka” reflects a more relaxed and intentional side of SunKissed Lola.

The song initially began as an acoustic piece before Dan brought it to the rest of the band. From there, the arrangement developed naturally as each member contributed their own ideas.

Bassist Danj Quimson says the band intentionally kept the production simple and laid-back to allow the lyrics to take center stage.

“We all united to make it sound laid-back, simple, and we wanted to highlight the lyrics of the song,” he shares.

Compared with some of the band’s earlier releases, which explored more unpredictable arrangements, “Edi Magalit Ka” takes a lighter and warmer approach.

“For this one, we made it simple for the audience,” Bino says. “We made it magaan sa tainga.”

Dan adds, “That’s also what the song asks for. A very simple, refreshing, and warm song.”

For drummer Genson Viloria, part of the song’s charm lies in its familiarity. When he first heard it, he recalls thinking it sounded like a cover because of how catchy and natural it felt.

While retaining the easy-listening quality that listeners have come to associate with SunKissed Lola, the new single also presents a more vulnerable and straightforward side of the band.

For Dan, what makes “Edi Magalit Ka” stand out is its honesty. Laura likewise sees the track as a new direction for the group, particularly in the way it explores the realities of being in a relationship and working through its challenges.

“It’s the comeback of SunKissed Lola,” Laura says.

A More Intentional Chapter

As SunKissed Lola approaches its fifth year, “Edi Magalit Ka” also marks a more mature and intentional era for the group.

Danj recalls noticing a shift among the members during the recording process, with everyone becoming more focused on serving the song and making it the best version it could be.

Bino says the band has returned to its roots with greater confidence.

“We know our strengths and now we are able to maximize it,” he shares. “We are more intentional in releasing this song.”

Ultimately, SunKissed Lola hopes “Edi Magalit Ka” leaves listeners with a smile, a little kilig, and perhaps a different perspective on how they approach small conflicts with the people they love.

“We want them to feel what we felt the first time we played the song,” Bino says. “We hope it makes them smile, the way kung paano namin siya niyakap sa umpisa.”

Laura hopes the song also resonates with younger listeners who are experiencing relationships for the first time.

“Sana kiligin din sila,” she says. “Sana our young listeners na bago pa lang sa relationship, ma-realize nila na they need to work it out.”

With “Edi Magalit Ka,” SunKissed Lola opens the door to more music, more stories, and a deeper connection with its growing audience. The band also promises more songs, content, gigs, tours, and opportunities for fans to get to know its members beyond their roles within the group.

“We want to be part of more people’s stories,” Bino says.

“Edi Magalit Ka” is out now on all major streaming platforms.