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{{Infobox song
| name = Karera
| cover = Karera (2023) by Bini cover art.jpg
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"'''Karera'''" ({{Literal translation|Race}}) is a song by the Filipino girl group [[Bini (group)|Bini]], released on September 22, 2023. The song was written by Gianina Camille "Nica" Del Rosario, Julius James "Jumbo" De Belen, and Jose Miguel Cortes.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |date=2024-04-18 |title=5 Facts About BINI’s ‘Karera’ From Nica Del Rosario |url=https://billboardphilippines.com/music/features/5-facts-you-didnt-know-about-binis-karera-as-told-by-nica-del-rosario-tickets-2024-concert-biniverse/ |access-date=2024-07-06 |website=billboardphilippines.com |language=en-US |archive-date=June 12, 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240612023358/https://billboardphilippines.com/music/features/5-facts-you-didnt-know-about-binis-karera-as-told-by-nica-del-rosario-tickets-2024-concert-biniverse/ |url-status=live }}</ref><ref name=":1">{{Cite web |date=September 19, 2023 |title=BINI sets the pace in new single "Karera" |url=https://www.abs-cbn.com/amp/newsroom/news-releases/2023/9/19/bini-karera?lang=en |website=ABS-CBN News |access-date=July 6, 2024 |archive-date=June 11, 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240611090257/https://www.abs-cbn.com/amp/newsroom/news-releases/2023/9/19/bini-karera?lang=en |url-status=live }}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=PAGEONE |date=2023-09-20 |title=BINI Sets The Pace In New Single “Karera” |url=https://pageone.ph/bini-sets-the-pace-in-new-single-karera/ |access-date=2024-07-06 |website=PAGEONE |language=en-US |archive-date=November 30, 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231130104244/https://pageone.ph/bini-sets-the-pace-in-new-single-karera/ |url-status=live }}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=September 19, 2023 |title=BINI, haharapin ang "Karera" ng buhay sa bagong single |url=https://www.abs-cbn.com/newsroom/news-releases/2023/9/19/bini-karera?lang=fil |website=ABS-CBN News |access-date=July 6, 2024 |archive-date=June 11, 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240611091758/https://www.abs-cbn.com/newsroom/news-releases/2023/9/19/bini-karera?lang=fil |url-status=live }}</ref> It is the first pre-release single of their debut [[extended play]] (EP), ''Talaarawan''.
== Background and release ==
"Karera" was originally pitched to a solo female artist before being picked up by Bini. Del Rosario, who frequently collaborates with the group, co-produced the song with Bojam de Belen to fit Bini's eight-member lineup.<ref name=":0" /><ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-12-19 |title=BINI Are Ready For 'World Domination' |url=https://billboardphilippines.com/music/features/bini-are-back-and-better-than-ever-manifesting-bini-world-domination/ |access-date=2024-07-06 |website=billboardphilippines.com |language=en-US |archive-date=June 11, 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240611043831/https://billboardphilippines.com/music/features/bini-are-back-and-better-than-ever-manifesting-bini-world-domination/ |url-status=live }}</ref> "Karera" addresses mental health issues, emphasizing the importance of self-care and not succumbing to societal pressures.<ref name=":2">{{Cite web |date=September 25, 2023 |title=BINI's 'Karera' tackles mental health, says composer Nica del Rosario |url=https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/09/25/23/binis-karera-tackles-mental-health-says-composer-nica-del-rosario |access-date=July 6, 2024 |archive-date=June 10, 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240610024327/https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/09/25/23/binis-karera-tackles-mental-health-says-composer-nica-del-rosario |url-status=live }}</ref> Del Rosario, who has been diagnosed with [[Generalized anxiety disorder|Generalized Anxiety Disorder]] (GAD), drew from her experiences with anxiety to write the song.<ref name=":0" /> The song marks a new era for the group, presenting a new sound and message encouraging listeners to live life at their own pace and not worry about things beyond their control.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-10-02 |title=BINI Drops ‘Karera’ Music Video |url=https://myx.global/bini-drops-karera-music-video/ |access-date=2024-07-06 |website=MYX Global |language=en-US |archive-date=December 11, 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231211015328/https://myx.global/bini-drops-karera-music-video/ |url-status=live }}</ref>
On September 12, 2023, the track was introduced as part of Bini's comeback, accompanied by various promotional materials including individual video teasers, a music video trailer, and a dance choreo snippet.<ref name=":3">{{Cite web |last=Posadas |first=Andrea |date=2023-09-22 |title=BINI’s comeback single ‘Karera’ is an upbeat self-care anthem |url=https://preen.ph/133550/bini-comeback-karera |access-date=2024-07-06 |website=Preen.ph |language=en-US |archive-date=November 30, 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231130065125/https://preen.ph/133550/bini-comeback-karera |url-status=live }}</ref> It is the first pre-release single of their debut [[extended play]] (EP), ''Talaarawan'' (Diary)
== Composition ==
== Music video ==
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== Performances ==
== Reception ==
Upon its release, "Karera" quickly climbed the charts, reaching the top position on the Philippines' [[iTunes]] chart.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Carbonilla |first=Hans |date=2023-09-22 |title=BINI leads the race with new single ‘Karera’ |url=https://entertainment.inquirer.net/519835/bini-leads-the-race-with-new-single-karera |access-date=2024-07-06 |website=INQUIRER.net |language=en |archive-date=February 28, 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240228001832/https://entertainment.inquirer.net/519835/bini-leads-the-race-with-new-single-karera |url-status=live }}</ref>
Critics praised the song for its empowering and relatable message, noting its significance in the context of rising mental health awareness.<ref name=":3" /><ref name=":2" />
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== References ==
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