Apl.de.ap hopes to collaborate with BINI: ‘They are world-class’

(From left) Apl.de.ap said he’s hoping to collaborate with BINI in the future. Images: X/@wish1075, @bini_ph

Apl.de.ap, also known as Allan Pineda Lindo, is hoping to collaborate with P-pop powerhouse BINI in the future, calling them world-class artists.

After receiving his KDR Icon of Music and Philanthropy award at the 10th Wish Music Awards earlier this month, Filipino-American rapper Apl.de.ap gave a brief shoutout to BINI, expressing his desire to work with the female octet someday

“I got an album coming out this year called ‘Sagittarius.’ I’d like to collaborate more. I’m doing afro-beats and I want to introduce that to the Philippines. And maybe BINI would like to get on with that, or Flow G,” he told select reporters on the sidelines of the awards ceremony.

Apl said he was proud of BINI’s success, noting that it serves as a reminder to Filipino artists that they don’t need to achieve milestones “outside the country.”

“I’m just really proud that this is happening in our country. We’re not just thinking that we have to make it outside the country. I’m really proud of the growth of our music industry and supporting each other. And they’re world-class,” he said.

The rapper also voiced his support for “The Voice USA” season 26 winner Sofronio Vasquez, telling the singer he was open to collaborating in the future.

“Congratulations! I’ve been meaning to call him and sorry, I’ve been busy. Good luck with his future and if he needs some music, let me know,” he said. “It’s another countryman who’s making noise worldwide.”

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Future plans

Apl said he was happy with the current state of Original Pilipino Music (OPM) as it makes waves in several parts of the world, adding that he was open to working with other Filipino artists.

“Filipino music is being heard around the world now. It’s not just in our country. It’s always a special moment when I collaborate with Filipino artists. I got to do that with SB19 and I’m looking forward to more collaborations,” he said.

Speaking about his KDR Icon of Music and Philanthropy award, the rapper called it a “meaningful” milestone, one that represents his Filipino roots.

“This is one of the most meaningful awards I ever received because it’s from my kababayans and the country where I came from. Beyond every accolade I ever received, this is an important one. It represents our culture and my fellow artists in the Philippines, and OPM,” he said.

“In addition to his upcoming album, Apl hinted at plans to produce a P-pop group, though he’s still finalizing the concept and other details. He also shared that he hopes to contribute to improving the education of Filipino youth.

“I’m producing a P-pop group, and I recently collaborated with The Sisters of Mary School choir, and the proceeds and streams go back to the school. I think education is a way out of property, and we need to teach our kababayans because we’re more than capable. We just need the chance,” he said.

“This is why I got a place in Manila because I’m going to be living in Manila more. I’ll be living here in the Philippines more after my Black Eyed Peas engagements, I’ll be coming here every month,” he further added.