Vvink
VVINK | |
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 Vvink in 2025 (left to right): Jean, Angelika, Ayaka, Odri, and Mariel | |
| Background information | |
| Origin | Quezon City, Philippines |
| Genres | P-pop |
| Years active | 2025–present |
| Labels | FlipMusic Records |
| Members |
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Vvink (pronounced as "wink"; stylized as all caps) is a Filipino girl group under FlipMusic Records. The group composed of five members: Angelika, Ayaka, Jean, Mariel, and Odri.
Name
[edit]The group's name, is derived from the stylization of a double "V" read as "W", forming the word "wink". The name symbolizes themes of the second chances and double victory.[1] The symbol has been described as representing a link between past experiences and future aspirations, encouraging reflection on one's journey while moving forward with confidence.[2]
History
[edit]Pre-debut
[edit]FlipMusic formed the girl group with members Angelika, Ayaka, Jean, Mariel, and Odri. Prior to joining the group, Odri had no professional singing experience but had worked as a dancer for several years. Angelika was involved with FlipMusic as a songwriter after the label's head producer Jumbo de Belen; one of her earliest writing Bini popular single, "Pantropiko" (lit. 'Tropical'). Ayaka, a former child star actress of Filipino and Japanese descent, had returned to Japan after her acting career in the Philippines. Mariel previously competed on The Voice Kids Philippines, while Jean and Mariel reportedly connected through social media before joining the group. FlipMusic CEO Jeli Mateo stated that the group concept was to bring together individuals "who were not given the chance to be 'winners', but who [the team] believed had so much potential and what it takes to become great together."[3] On May 16, the group released Vvink: The Pre-Debut Album, which featured two solo tracks from each member. It was designed to highlight their individual artistic styles ahead of their official group debut.[4]
Debut
[edit]On July 10, Vvink officially debuted at Club Hype in Tomas Morato, Quezon City, with the release of their debut single "Tulala" (transl. stunned).[5] The song described as a dreamy and upbeat track that explores the whirlwind of emotions associated with first love, a theme that resonates with younger audiences.[4]
Members
[edit]- Angelika Sam
- Ayaka Takakuwa
- Jean Flores
- Audrey "Odri" Toledo
- Beatrice Mariel Ong
Discography
[edit]Studio albums
[edit]| Title | Album details | Ref. |
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| Vvink: The Pre-Debut Album |
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Singles
[edit]| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Album | Ref. |
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| PHL [a] | ||||
| "Tulala" | 2025 | — | Non-album single | [7] |
Note
[edit]- ^ Peak chart positions for songs on the Philippines Hot 100 charts
References
[edit]- ^ Donato, Jerry (July 14, 2025). "VVINK Makes P-pop Debut with Song About First Love". The Philippine Star. Retrieved July 14, 2025.
- ^ Requintina, Robert (July 16, 2025). "New P-pop Girl Group VVink Debuts with Single 'Tulala'". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved July 16, 2025.
- ^ Payo, Jasmine (June 21, 2025). "Meet VVINK: P-pop's Newest Underdogs". Rappler. Archived from the original on July 3, 2025. Retrieved July 14, 2025.
- ^ a b Regis, Ralph (July 14, 2025). "VVINK Are Ready to be the Spark of a New P-pop Generation". Billboard Philippines. Retrieved July 14, 2025.
- ^ Cerezo, Anna (July 11, 2025). "'Pantropiko' Composer Angelika Sam Debuts with Girl Group VVINK". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved July 14, 2025.
- ^ "VVINK: The Pre-Debut Album by VVINK on Apple Music". Apple Music (PH). Retrieved July 14, 2025.
- ^ "Tulala by VVINK on Apple Music". Apple Music (PH). Retrieved July 14, 2025.
External link
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