“AUNQUE SEA POR UNA NOCHE (IF IT’S ONLY FOR ONE NIGHT)” By Michellar

In “Aunque por sea una noche (If It’s Only For One Night),” San Francisco singer Michellar gives an inspiring tribute to the love we fear and yearn to have through love’s flashes and the symbol it leaves behind. Michellar’s new release marks a bold initiative into her new artistic territory as it features her first Spanish-language song, which not only proves her musical versatility but also celebrates her Spanish and Filipino roots. It is a beautifully tender piece that lingers long after its final note.

Michellar, alongside vocalist Jiji Picazo and producer Lloyd Miller of Spirit Song Studios Austin, adds an unmistakable Latin touch to the single. She draws inspiration from the classics with “Bésame Mucho” as one of her childhood favorites. The melody is nostalgic, marked by delicate guitar flourishes and ambient textures that evoke romance, warmth, vulnerability, and tenderness. It evokes a sense of warmth and romance, as well as a deep-seated emotion of care. The production as a whole feels radiant in a timeless way, allowing the emotion-laden lyrics to take center stage.

Just as striking as the song is, the story behind it is equally as surprising. With Jiji Picazo’s help, the lyrics were first drafted in English and then translated into Spanish. The words vividly convey the emotional magnitude of a night filled with love, a fleeting moment which, paradoxically, transforms one’s existence in deeply unexpected ways. Michellar recalls it as “that one night when someone makes you feel so loved that the memory sustains you forever,” and that sensation is present throughout the song. It is Jiji’s interpretation that Cynthia endowed with the feelings the lyrics express that marks her artistry. Jiji’s voice is soft, gentle, and blends beautifully with the words that Michellar wrote.

Though the recording of the song took place at Women’s Audio Mission Studio in San Francisco, the song’s release is both personal and cultural. Michellar respects her ancestry for embracing Latina roots that are intertwined with Filipino heritage by delving into her Spanish heritage. “The Philippine culture is heavily influenced, and it is there that my Latin heart belongs.” Her passion for this integral piece of her identity is inspiring. Latina essence pulses through her every word.

Michellar has released 27 singles in only 11 months, showcasing herself as a fearless and prolific artist dedicated to evolution and self-expression. She has San Francisco's open mics to thank for her reputation as an emotionally engaged performer across multiple genres, as well as her over one hundred songs written, demonstrating toward building a reputation. As best put by CageRiot.com, "Michellar is proving herself to be more than just a talented songwriter. She is becoming a force of nature in pop music."

The song “Aunque por sea una noche” captures the bittersweet beauty of transience, revealing the stunning impression impermanence etches upon life. The song serves as a love letter to culture and memory, melodically portraying life’s fleeting yet transformative connections. It is a song that effortlessly encapsulates the human experience. As people listen around the world on platforms like Spotify and Apple Music, a mixture of warmth and nostalgia will envelop them. Psychological immersion coupled with the ease of access means the song will touch many. Her Spanish debut will draw in listeners who appreciate either element, and Michellar's growing embrace of multicultural and multilingual storytelling already promises to be exciting.

Written by Manuel