Kiyo

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Kiyo
Born
Yukihiro Rubio
Genres
Occupations
InstrumentVocals
Years active2018–present
Labelsdyecast

Yukihiro Rubio, known professionally as Kiyo (stylized in lowercase) is a Filipino rapper and songwriter. He is known for his songs "Ikaw Lang", "Eba" and "Ano Na?".

Career

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Yukihiro Rubio started making music in 2011 when he was young under his name "kiyo".[1] In 2018, he began writing songs during his teenage years when he collaborated with producer Alisson Shore on the track "Urong Sulong" (Back and Forth).[2][3] Also he collaborated for the track "Ano Na?" (What's Up?) with musical artist Calvin.[4]

In 2019, early January he released a track "G" which he written himself and produced by independent artist Space Moses (also featured in the song) & SHORTONE.[5][6] Followed the year, he released a single titled "Ikaw Lang" (Only You), which gained mainstream popularity and became successful video on YouTube reached 80 million views.[7]

In 2020, kiyo released a single "Eba" which became mainstream gained over 20 million views on YouTube.[8] In 2021, he released a track "Harana sa Sarili" (Serenade to Oneself) and he explain the track opens with a breezy lo-fi beat, setting a laid-back and feel-good tone that resonated with listeners. The music video directed by himself depicts his enjoying the simple pleasures of everyday life, such as playing video games, relaxing by the pool, and spending time with friends.[9][10] The track was included in his debut full-length album HARANASA, scheduled for release on November 26. The 15-track project features collaborations with notable producers and artists such as YZKK, Shortone, and Space Moses.[9][11]

In 2022, kiyo collaborated with Filipino singer-songwriter Syd Hartha on the R&B-tinged single "3:15".[12] The song won Best Collaboration at the 36th Awit Awards.[13]

In 2025, Kiyo collaborated with O/C Records artist Ryannah J on "Lambingan na This" and singer and member of the indie rock band IV of Spades, Zild Benitez, on the single "Pambihira" (Out of the Ordinary).[14]

Artistry

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Kiyo's music is characterized by an eclectic blend of lo-fi rap and trap to experimental hip-hop, tropical jazz, ambient electronica, and bedroom pop.[15] His debut album, HARANASA, showcases this diversity through soulful sampling, innovative production techniques, and introspective storytelling. According to kiyo, the 15-track record from his album explores lyrical themes centered on love and its messily glorious iterations.[15]

Accolades

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Year Award Category Work Result Ref.
2024 Wish 107.5 Music Award Wishclusive Hip-hop Performance of the Year "Ikaw Lang" Nominated [16]

Discography

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Studio albums

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  • HARANASA (2021)

Singles

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  • Urong-Sulong (featuring Allison Shore) (2018)
  • Ano Na? (featuring Calvin) (2018)
  • G (featuring Space Moses) (2019)
  • Ikaw Lang (2019)
  • Eba (2020)
  • Harana sa Sarili (2021)
  • Another Day (featuring Gloc-9) (2025)
  • Lambingan na This (featuring Ryannah J) (2025)
  • Pambihira (featuring Zild Benitez) (2025)

References

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