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{{Infobox musical artist
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| caption = Nobita in 2022
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| origin = [[Valenzuela, Metro Manila|Valenzuela]], [[Philippines]]
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'''Nobita''' is a Filipino [[Rock music|rock]] band formed in [[Valenzuela, Metro Manila|Valenzuela]] in 2018.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |last=Bonifacio |first=Mark |date=2021-12-09 |title=The Strength of Nobita |url=https://www.manilatimes.net/2021/12/09/entertainment-lifestyle/show-times/the-strength-of-nobita/1825205 |url-status=
The band is mostly known for their single "[[Ikaw Lang (song)|Ikaw Lang]]", breaking records as the most streamed Filipino song on [[Spotify]] Philippines in 2022 and as the longest charting song on [[Billboard charts|''Billboard'']] [[Philippines Songs]] with sixty-
Nobita is attributed as a representative band of the "''hugot''" sound in [[Pinoy pop|contemporary Filipino music]], fueled by [[TikTok]] [[Tiktok aesthetic|trends]] and relatable [[lyricism]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Custodio |first=Jaimie |date=2022-02-14 |title=Modern-day Kundiman: Rooted From Within {{!}} Frontlner |url=https://updeppofrontliner.weebly.com/modern-day-kundiman-rooted-from-within.html |access-date=2023-04-16 |website=Frontliner |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Lumagsao |first=Raymond |date=2022-12-05 |title=Moira Dela Torre, reyna pa rin ng OPM sa Spotify ngayong 2022 |url=https://balita.net.ph/2022/12/05/moira-dela-torre-reyna-pa-rin-ng-opm-sa-spotify-ngayong-2022/ |access-date=2023-04-16 |website=Balita |language=tl}}</ref> The departure of drummer Lester Moñegas from the band in 2022 was met with criticism over allegations and discussions on the [[2022 Philippine presidential election|Philippine presidential election]].<ref name=":3">{{Cite web |last=Test |first=Marie |date=2022-07-29 |title=NOBITA Kicked out a Band Member for being a Leni Supporter? |url=https://attracttour.com/2022/07/nobita-kicked-out-a-band-member-for-being-a-leni-supporter/ |access-date=2023-04-10 |website=AttractTour |language=en-US}}</ref><ref name=":4">{{Cite web |last=Maramara |first=Kyzia |date=2022-07-29 |title=Did OPM Band Nobita Kick Out a Kakampink Band Member? |url=https://www.8list.ph/nobita-opm-band/ |access-date=2023-04-10 |website=8List.ph |language=en-US}}</ref>
== History ==
=== 2018-2019: Formation and debut ===
In early 2018, after citing creative differences and wanting to create original songs, Mark Quintero, Sam Aquino, and Jonathan Agbanlog left "Kultura", an [[Ethnic music|ethnic band]] originally from [[Pangasinan]] founded in 2013.<ref name=":0" /> Needing a vocalist, Quintero suggested contacting Jaeson Felismino, the younger brother of his former bandmate Melden Felismino, after recalling his performance at a fundraising event for cancer patients.<ref name=":0" /> The quartet formed Nobita in May 2018 and named it after the [[Katakana]] word meaning "to grow up strong and clear".<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":3" /> After performing multiple gigs in bars around [[Metro Manila]], Agbanlog left the band in early 2019
Nobita released their debut single "Yakap" on May 16, 2019, written by Aquino about yearning and [[Long-distance relationship|long-distance relationships]].<ref name=":5">{{Cite web |last=Mortel |first=Dani |date=2020-01-17 |title=What's The Meaning Behind NOBITA's Band Name? {{!}} MYXclusive |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6kHQUGR7dIs |access-date=2023-04-10 |website=MYX Global}}</ref> The following month, Richmond Bancolita was added as the band's keyboardist on July 23.<ref name=":0" /> Written by Felismino after eavesdropping a stranger while traveling to [[Cavite]], "Vie (Sabihin Mo Kung)" was released as their second single on October 18.<ref name=":5" /> The band was able to qualify for [[Red Horse Beer]] Pambansang Muziklaban by Rakista Radio, only reaching the semi-finals while competing for the Aklas trophy on November 23 in [[Cabanatuan]], [[Nueva Ecija]].<ref name=":0" /><ref>{{Cite web |date=2019-09-07 |title=Muziklaban 2019 Ep. 6 |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zThodFCY4PI |access-date=2023-04-10 |website=Rakista Radio}}</ref> Through the event, the band met Joel Ellorin and joined his roster under the independent label IndieTV PH.<ref name=":5" /><ref name=":6">{{Cite web |date=2019-12-07 |title=NOBITA - Vie (Sabihin Mo Kung) OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cOgAOsr8Cts |access-date=2023-04-10 |website=YouTube}}</ref> Nobita released their first music video for "Vie" directed by Kevin Hermosada on December 7, shot on a singular day.<ref name=":5" /><ref name=":6" /> "Vie" entered at number twenty on the [[Myx|Pinoy Myx Countdown]] chart dated December 21, 2019.<ref name=":5" /> To promote, the band performed both "Yakap" and "Vie" on [[DWNU|Wish 107.5]], [[ASAP (TV program)|iWant ASAP]], and [[GMA Network|GMA]] Playlist.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2020-01-08 |title=Nobita performs
=== 2020-2021: Breakthrough with ''Ikaw Lang'' ===
On May 20, 2020, Nobita released "[[Ikaw Lang (song)|Ikaw Lang]]" as their third single overall to streaming platforms.<ref name=":7" /> A [[sleeper hit]], the song achieved new heights after its use in [[TikTok]], Nobita's
The group published their first [[English language|English]] track and their first song under Sony on May 26, 2021, with "The Search Is Over", a cinematic [[Coming of age|coming-of-age]] track with acoustic arrangements.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2021-05-26 |title=NOBITA - The Search is Over (Lyric Video) |url=http://www.jeepneypinoyradio.com/jeepney-pinoy-radio-filipino-music-tagalog-music/nobita-the-search-is-over-lyric-video/ |access-date=2023-04-10 |website=Jeepney Pinoy Radio |language=en-US}}</ref> On August 18, Nobita released the audio and music video to "Unang Sayaw" featuring internet personality [[Dante Gulapa]] directed by Jeff Valencia, gaining 21 million views on YouTube as of April 2023.<ref name=":7" /><ref>{{Cite web |date=2021-08-18 |title=NOBITA - UNANG SAYAW {{!}} OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vCYhK4SoYDo |access-date=2023-04-10 |website=YouTube}}</ref> On October 20, the band followed up with the single "Di Na Mag-Iisa", inspired by wedding vows witnessed by Felismino through the years.<ref name=":7">{{Cite web |last=Guinto |first=Axl |date=2021-10-22 |title=NOBITA is ready to leave a lasting mark with the release of their new single "Di Na Mag-iisa" |url=https://star-powerhouse.com/nobita-is-ready-to-leave-a-lasting-mark-with-the-release-of-their-new-single-di-na-mag-iisa/ |access-date=2023-04-10 |website=Star Powerhouse |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last= |first= |date=2021-10-22 |title=NOBITA embraces kundiman sensibilities on tender ballad 'Di Na Mag-iisa' |url=https://www.lionheartv.net/2021/10/nobita-embraces-kundiman-sensibilities-on-tender-ballad-di-na-mag-iisa/ |access-date=2023-04-10 |website=Lionheart TV |language=en-US}}</ref> The vocalist added how the song is about "the kind of affection that you’ve never known, a connection that is stronger than anything else in this world, a sense of serenity and happiness that is beyond your imagination.”<ref name=":7" /> A music video for the song directed by Valencia featuring the wedding of YouTube personalities Christian "Boss Keng" Gaspar and Pat Velasquez was uploaded on November 28.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2021-11-28 |title=NOBITA - DI NA MAG IISA {{!}} OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VRP9bK17fr0 |access-date=2023-04-10 |website=YouTube}}</ref> A [[Christmas]]-themed original song titled "Tayong Dalawa sa Pasko" was released on November 30.<ref name=":7" /><ref>{{Cite web |date=2021-11-30 |title=NOBITA - Tayong Dalawa Sa Pasko (Official Music Video) |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eMKbsQwcTJw |access-date=2023-04-10 |website=YouTube}}</ref>
=== 2022: ''Billboard'' and Moñegas' departure ===
On February 15, 2022, [[Billboard (magazine)|''Billboard'']] launched the [[Philippines Songs]] chart as part of its [[Hits of the World]] collection, in which "Ikaw Lang" debuted at number five on the chart dated February 19.<ref>{{Cite magazine |last=Trust |first=Gary |date=2022-02-14 |title=Billboard Expands International Footprint With 'Hits of the World' Charts |url=https://www.billboard.com/music/chart-beat/billboard-hits-of-the-world-weekly-chart-announcement-1235031189/ |magazine=Billboard |access-date=2022-02-25}}</ref><ref name=":02">{{Cite magazine |last=Cusson |first=Michael |date=2022-02-15 |title=Philippines Songs February 19, 2022 |url=https://www.billboard.com/charts/philippines-songs-hotw/2022-02-19/ |magazine=Billboard |access-date=2022-02-25}}</ref> On the week dated April 9, "Unang Sayaw" made its debut at number twenty-three and "Ikaw Lang" peaked at number three behind "[[Pano (song)|Pano]]" and "Habang Buhay", both by [[Zack Tabudlo]].<ref>{{Cite
The farewell ode "Totoo" written by Aquino was released on April 7, including a music video directed by Selirio and starring actor [[Mon Confiado]].<ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2022-04-11 |title=Entertainment News (04/12/22) |url=https://www.bworldonline.com/arts-and-leisure/2022/04/12/441657/entertainment-news-04-12-22/ |access-date=2023-04-10 |website=BusinessWorld Online |language=en-US}}</ref><ref name=":11">{{Cite web |date=2022-04-07 |title=NOBITA deals with being at the bitter end of a relationship on hugot anthem
On July 27, alleged screenshots of the members’ group chat in the [[Messenger (software)|Messenger]] app were posted on the [[Facebook]] page “Mga taong may underrated music taste personality disorder”, leading to speculations that Moñegas was removed from the band due to his political support for [[2022 Philippine presidential election|2022 Philippine presidential candidate]] [[Leni Robredo]].<ref name=":3" /><ref name=":4" /> The post was deleted by request hours later; however, the page continued to publish criticism against the band and made Nobita a trending topic on Facebook and [[Twitter]].<ref name=":4" /><ref>{{Cite web |date=2022-07-28 |title=Tinanggal miyembro na kakampink? Nobita
Amidst the controversy, Agbanlog returned as the group's drummer and "Sa Ulan" was released on October 7.<ref name=":8">{{Cite web |last=Juanillo |first=Jowell |date=2022-10-11 |title=Filipino five-piece band NOBITA finds comfort amid
=== 2023: ''Kalangitan'' ===
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! scope="col" style="font-size:90%; width:3em" |[[Philippines Songs|PHL Songs]]<br><ref>Peak chart positions on ''[[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]]'' [[Philippines Songs]]:
* {{cite magazine |date=2022-04-05 |title=Ikaw Lang (Week 8) |url=https://www.billboard.com/charts/philippines-songs-hotw/2022-04-09/
* {{cite magazine |date=2022-04-19 |title=Unang Sayaw (Week 3) |url=https://www.billboard.com/charts/philippines-songs-hotw/2022-04-23/
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