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{{Infobox musical artist
| name = Nobita
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| caption = Nobita in 2022
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| origin = [[Valenzuela, Metro Manila|Valenzuela]], [[Philippines]]
| genre = {{hlist|[[Indie pop]]|[[Alternative rock]]|[[pop rock]]}}
| years_active = 2018–present
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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
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
Nobita released their debut single "Yakap" on May 16, 2019, written by Aquino about yearning and [[Long-distance relationship|long
=== 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
=== 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'' ===
Co-written by Felismino, Quintero, and Bancolita and co-produced by Palabyab, "Kalangitan" was made available on March 3
== Artistry and influences ==
Nobita defined their sound as [[Indie rock|indie]] in general, drawing from different genres of [[Rock music|rock]], [[R&B]], and [[Pop music|pop]] to form their sound and making [[Love song|love songs]] as an essential theme.<ref name=":2">{{Cite web |date=2021-10-20 |title=NOBITA - OPM Indie Band {{!}} Interview Artist, Trending Spotify artist 2022, hit songs Ikaw Lang, Yakap |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1N_79mQJj2w |access-date=2023-04-16 |website=Filomedia Philippines}}</ref> Felismino cited [[Rico Blanco]] as his primary influence in terms of songwriting and melody, as well as [[Damien Rice]] among international artists.<ref name=":2" /> Other inspirations of the band include [[Phil Collins]], [[Steve Gadd]], [[John Bonham]], [[Buddy Zabala]], [[Vic Mercado]], Fayeed Tan, Nikko Rivera, and Roger Alcantara.<ref name=":2" />
== Accolades ==
At the [[Awit Awards|35th Awit Awards]], held by the [[Philippine Association of the Record Industry]] in partnership with [[Myx|MYX]], Nobita was nominated for three People's Voice categories, namely: Breakthrough Artist, Favorite Group Artist, and Favorite Song for "Unang Sayaw".<ref>{{Cite web |last=Ng |first=Scott |date=2022-09-27 |title=Zild, JRLDM, SB19, BINI and more nominated for the Philippines' AWIT Awards |url=https://www.nme.com/en_asia/news/music/zild-jrldm-sb19-bini-and-more-nominated-for-the-philippines-awit-awards-3317572 |access-date=2022-12-20 |website=NME |language=en}}</ref> "Unang Sayaw" was nominated for the main category of Record of the Year, losing to "Anticipation" by [[Leanne & Naara]].<ref name=":13" /><ref>{{Cite web |last=Angan |first=Kara |date=2022-11-24 |title=SB19 and Ben&Ben win big at 2022 AWIT Awards |url=https://www.nme.com/en_asia/news/music/awit-awards-2022-winners-sb19-ben-ben-3354941 |access-date=2023-04-15 |website=NME |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Severo |first=Jan Milo |title=LIST: Awit Awards 2022 winners |url=https://www.philstar.com/music/2022/11/24/2226153/list-awit-awards-2022-winners |access-date=2023-04-15 |website=Philstar}}</ref>
== Band members ==
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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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