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Wanderland 2025: 10 songs from Daniel Caesar, HONNE, other acts to listen to before the festival
We're counting down the days until the Wanderland 2025 festival!
Set for March 22 and 23 at the Filinvest City Events Grounds in Alabang, Muntinlupa, this year's festival marks Wanderland's 10th anniversary in bringing together the biggest names in music and arts in a weekend filled with good vibes.
Through the years, Wanderland has brought together Filipino and international artists in a single festival, and at a venue filled with art, food, drinks, and groups of art lovers.
Before the much-awaited Wanderland 2025, here are 10 songs from its headliners Daniel Caesar and HONNE, as well as music from a diverse lineup, to include in your playlist to help you prepare for the festival.
1. "Best Part (feat. H.E.R.)" by Daniel Caesar
"Best Part (feat. H.E.R.)" is one of Daniel Caesar's most streamed songs on Spotify. It's part of his 2017 album titled "Freudian." The song talks about being head over heels in love with someone, making them the best part of their life.
In 2019, "Best Part (feat. H.E.R.)" landed Daniel a Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance.
2. "Japanese Denim" by Daniel Caesar
"You're my four-leaf clover, I'm so in love."
"Japanese Denim" is part of Daniel's "Get You" EP in 2016. The song explores the themes of love, longing, and expressing deep affection for someone.
3. "Love Again" by Daniel Caesar, Brandy
"If you can take my hand, I promise we'll find love again."
"Love Again" is part of Daniel's "Case Study 01" album released in 2019. The song talks about heartbreak, healing, and the possibility of falling in love all over again after experiencing a breakup.
4. "Location Unknown" (feat. BEKA) by HONNE
"My location unknown, trying to find a way back home to you again."
"Location Unknown" is one of the most streamed songs of HONNE on Spotify. It's part of the duo's "Love Me/Love Me Not" album, released in 2018.
The song explores the hardships of being in a long-distance relationship. It also reflects on how love persists even when two people are not physically close.
5. "Day 1" by HONNE
"When I first met you, it just felt right. It's like I met a copy of myself that night."
"Day 1" is also part of HONNE's "Love Me/Love Me Not" album. The song talks about the excitement of the early stages of falling in love, celebrating its thrills, and cherishing the first moments together.
6. "Warm on a Cold Night" by HONNE
"Girl, you could be with anyone. So thanks for making me your number one."
"Warm on a Cold Night" was released by HONNE in 2017. It's a song about being grateful in a relationship that works effortlessly and finding solace in a partner when facing life's challenges together.
7. "Bloom" by The Paper Kites
"You fill my lungs with sweetness, and you fill my head with you."
"Bloom" is part of The Paper Kites' "Woodland" EP, released in 2011. It's a mellow song that talks about the themes of love, vulnerability, and the beauty of human connection.
8. "Hey There Delilah" by Plain White T's
"Times Square can't shine as bright as you, I swear it's true."
"Hey There Delilah" is part of Plain White T's "All That We Needed" EP released in 2005. The acoustic song explores the theme of a long-distance relationship and the feeling of longing and affection while being apart from a loved one.
9. "711" by Toneejay
"Pero ang totoo, 'di bale na ako. Ikaw lang naman, ikaw lang ang iniisip ko."
"711 is part of Toneejay's "Aurora" album, released in 2024. The song talks about dreaming of giving the life your loved one deserves in your future together.
10. "Uhaw" by Dilaw
"Maligaw man ng landas ay hahanapin ang kalsada patungo sa 'yo."
"Uhaw" is a single released in 2022 by Dilaw. The song explores the themes of longing and desire, using the metaphor of "Uhaw" (thirst) to symbolize emotional needs and cravings.
—MGP, GMA Integrated News
