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SB19 Drops “Wakas at Simula” Album: Watch the ‘Emoji’ Music Video Featuring JOLIN

SB19 and JOLIN

 P-Pop trailblazers SB19 have officially ushered in a new chapter in their storied career with the release of their highly anticipated sophomore album, Wakas at Simula. Dropping today on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Entertainment, this 24-track release is more than just an album; it is a declaration. It serves as a closure of their formative era in music and the beginning of a new imperial phase.

 

The new SB19 album, Wakas at Simula, chronicles the quintet’s path to self-discovery, identity building, and the cultivation of public trust—all fortified through years of experience and learning. As the group stated, “At the same time, this marks a new beginning. We hope to express ourselves more openly, explore deeper and more relatable themes, and move forward with clarity, care, and creative freedom, ready to face new challenges together.”

 

A Cohesive Anthology of Growth

 

Wakas at Simula stands as a cohesive anthology, weaving together key selections from the group’s acclaimed trilogy of EPs—Pagsibol, Pagtatag, and Simula at Wakas—alongside six brand-new tracks. The result is a future-forward pop record that embraces genre fluidity and maximalism, made more compelling by SB19’s unmistakable energy and charisma.

 

Pablo, SB19’s leader and chief producer, emphasized the intention behind the sonic direction. “We did not want to simply remake them; we aimed to reintroduce them with greater depth. We explored more mature arrangements, stronger dynamics, and a careful balance of raw emotion and refinement. Sonically, I focused on warmth, atmosphere, and storytelling, ensuring that every choice reflected who we are today.”

 

Watch: SB19 and JOLIN’s ‘Emoji’ Music Video

 

A major highlight of Wakas at Simula is the international collaboration with the Queen of C-Pop, JOLIN. The two powerhouses connect on “Emoji,” a euphoric club anthem infused with Brazilian funk. The release of “Emoji” is accompanied by a stunning music video, which premiered today at 7:00 PM via SB19’s official YouTube page.

SB19’s Ken, who co-produced “Emoji” with PLAYERTWO’s Luke April, offered insight into its creation. “I thought this was a fresh and exciting sound for us, so I created a Brazilian phonk inspired track with the help of my friend Luke. Pablo, JOLIN, and I wrote the lyrics together. The song explores social media and how people often mask their true emotions behind emojis.”

The music video’s visual direction reinforces this theme. SB19’s Justin explained, “The direction for the music video was to keep it simple and accessible while maintaining high quality… The video features two distinct layouts: one glamorous and polished, the other messy and chaotic, representing the contrast between the idealized image people present online and the reality they often hide behind emojis.”

 

Global Collaborations and New Tracks

 

Beyond the feature with JOLIN, SB19 flexes their global appeal with another standout collaboration. Japanese pop group BE:FIRST joins them on the floor-thumping jam “Toyfriend.”

 

The Wakas at Simula album also introduces fans to a reinvigorated soundscape through other new tracks, including the catchy R&B tune “Memories,” the sonically daring “Everblack,” and the emotional ballad “Wakas,” which showcases SB19’s extraordinary vocal abilities and heartfelt delivery.

 

The award-winning P-Pop boyband also took the opportunity to rework songs from their 2021 EP, Pagsibol. With more experience and perspective, these new versions offer a more refined direction, with emotions running deeper and the lyrics carrying greater meaning.

 

“For us, it was about respect and progression,” Pablo explains. “We wanted the songs people already love to retain their emotional core, while the newer tracks pushed the album forward. Nostalgia gave the project its roots, and the new songs gave it momentum.”

 

 

A Global Takeover: Lollapalooza and Summer Sonic

 

Ahead of the album’s release, SB19 revealed the official track list for Wakas at Simula during a press conference on March 23, 2026, streamed live on Weverse. The video amassed over 300,000 views and 30 million likes within 24 hours, cementing their popularity on the global fandom platform.

 

The momentum doesn’t stop with the album drop. The P-Pop powerhouse is scheduled to perform at two of the most prominent music festivals in the world: Lollapalooza in Grant Park, Chicago, running from July 30 to August 2, 2026, and the recently announced Summer Sonic in Tokyo, Japan, happening on Saturday, August 15, 2026.

 

SB19’s Wakas at Simula is out now. Watch the music video for “Emoji” (Feat. JOLIN) on SB19’s official YouTube page.

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