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LISTEN: “Dental Diva” Kakai Bautista delivers an empowering message in her latest single “Karapat-Dapat,” a pop track advocating self-worth despite life’s judgment and criticism.


Kakai Bautista Flourishes With Confidence In New Single “Karapat-Dapat”

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Dental Diva Kakai Bautista sends an empowering message in her newly released single “Karapat-Dapat,” a pop track that speaks about valuing one’s worth despite the judgment and criticism other people may throw in life.

“It will remind you that your past will only beautifully define you if you learn from it and you use your strength para ipaalala sa sarili mo na you are enough,” Kakai said.

Trisha Denise composed the song that was produced by StarPop label head Roque “Rox” Santos. Kakai also took inspiration from her personal experience with bullying and hopes to help listeners find confidence to bounce back from their struggles in life through her latest music.

“I was bullied during my childhood days at ang laking part nito sa buhay ko at sa growth ko as an artist kaya I want to impart yung mga natutunan ko with this experience at yung pwede nating makuhang lakas mula sa masasakit na bagay,” Kakai shared.

The singer-actress started her career in theater where she became well-known for her performance in the play “Alikabok.” She further explored acting through her roles in blockbuster films such as “Crazy Beautiful You,” “Suddenly It’s Magic” and “Hello, Love, Goodbye.” She also starred in various series such as “Kay Tagal Kitang Hinintay,” “Kokey,” and “Can’t Buy Me Love.”

As a singer, she debuted with her rendition of “Bakit Nga Ba Mahal Kita” in 2016 which earned more than five million streams on Spotify. She also released several singles such as “Pag-ibig Ko’y Panalo,” “Huwag Ka Nang Bumalik,” and “Tingnan Mo Naman Ako.”

Check out Kakai’s new single “Karapat-Dapat” available on various digital streaming platforms. For more details, follow StarPop on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, and TikTok.

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