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Wilbert Ross opens up about redefining himself as a musician through 'Aking Musika'

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Former Hashtags member Wilbert Ross opened up about the journey behind his album, Aking Musika.Wilbert shared that the project was inspired by his desire to finally showcase his passion for music, something he has long pursued beyond the spotlight.During his album launch, the singer said, “Kasi for the longest time po kasi, hindi ako nakikilala ng mga tao as a musician, as a singer, as a songwriter. Laging nauuna yung artista, o yung loko-loko, yun lagi yung unang nakikilala ng mga tao or dancing, so kaya yung title ng album ko is Aking Musika because I wanna introduce sa mga tao na this is my music, I wrote all of this.” “This is me, parang nagpapakilala ako na seryoso ako sa music ko. Ayun po kaya ko nasulat yung mga songs na yun.” he added.Taking his time and refusing to rush the process, Wilbert shared that Aking Musika was created without pressure, allowing him to fully embrace his love for music without turning it into something forced.“Kasi, ah, siguro po, nung ginawa ko po &#x27;yung album na &#x27;to, talagang mag-take time po ako. Wala po siyang pressure na dapat na dapat tapusin agad &#x27;yung song, na dapat mabuo agad &#x27;yung album. So na-realize ko sa sarili ko na, nagawa ko &#x27;tong album na &#x27;to, ang nasa isip ko, &#x27;yung mga words na, ayaw kong gawing trabahong trabaho &#x27;yung music ko. “Ayaw kong magkaroon ng pressure sa akin na dapat gawin ko &#x27;to. Kasi ganun ko kamahal &#x27;yung music na ayaw kong umabot sa point na mapagod ako dito kasi ginagawa ko na siya lagi. So &#x27;yun po siya. Kaya for the longest time, matagal din bago ako nag-release talaga ng album. Kasi I always take my time and not force anything sa music ko.” he reflected, explaining why he chose to take his time before releasing the album. Asked to describe the album in three words, he said it would be “my first love,” as he opened up about how his connection to music started at a young age and gradually deepened over the years, shaping the passion he continues to carry today that came to life through his debut album.He has also released several tracks in previous years, reflecting his steady growth and evolving artistry.<a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/showbiz" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">PUSH ABS-CBN</a> asked his fan group, Wilbest Official, what makes Wilbert a great actor and a singer. They expressed admiration for him, highlighting the remarkable journey he has gone through and how he consistently pours genuine emotion into his art. They also noted how rare his artistry feels, adding that his music clearly reflects both his personal growth and lived experiences.“At first glance, Wilbert might seem like your typical funny and easygoing guy, the kind of person who can make anyone laugh without even trying. But once you take the time to really know him and listen to his music, you&#x27;ll see that there&#x27;s so much more to him than that cheerful surface. Behind his humor lies a person with incredible depth, someone who feels deeply and expresses those emotions through his art.”“Wilbert is one of those rare people who pour their whole heart into everything they do. He&#x27;s incredibly passionate, the kind who never says no to his dreams, no matter how big or impossible they may seem.”“You can feel that same passion in every song he writes and sings. Each lyric, each melody has a story, a meaning, and a piece of who he is. His music reflects his journey, his emotions, and his unwavering dedication to his craft,” they added.They also shared that if they were to describe him to people who are not yet familiar with his music, they would not need to convince them at all, as they would simply let them listen to his songs and allow them to understand his artistry organically.“For me, I don&#x27;t try to convince anyone to like him. I simply let them listen to his music, because I truly believe that once they do, they&#x27;ll naturally understand what makes him special. People will be drawn not just to his voice or his talent, but to the sincerity and passion that shine through everything he creates.”The actor and singer also shared that one track he released serves as a dedication to the country’s current situation, carrying a message shaped by his personal reflections.“Well meron din po talaga akong nasulat na song way-way back 2020, about pagkakaisa to the Filipino people ang title po is &#x27;Kaya natin to.&#x27; So ayun po siguro yung idededicate kong song para sa bansang Pilipinas.” he reflected.<div>—By Kent Joahs Escabarte, PUSH ABS-CBN Intern</div>