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"Joy to the World"
Single by Bini
Language
  • Filipino
  • English
ReleasedNovember 14, 2024 (2024-11-14)
GenreChristmas
Length2:41
LabelStar Music
Songwriter(s)
  • Anna Achacoso–Graham
  • Christopher James Moore Lopez
Producer(s)
  • Moophs
  • Anna Achacoso–Graham
Bini singles chronology
"Cherry on Top"
(2024) 		"Joy to the World"
(2024)
Music video
"Joy to the World" on YouTube

"Joy to the World" is a Christmas song by Bini. It was released as a digital single on November 14, 2024, through Star Music. Produced by Moophs and Anna Achacoso–Graham, it is a cover of Isaac Watts's Christmas carol of the same name.

Background

In July 2024, Bini released their song Cherry on Top alongside with the music video.[1] The release was revealed to be part of an upcoming album.[1] Later in the month, on July 27, Bini performed the song at KCON 2024 in Los Angeles, marking the first the first performance by a Filipino pop group at the event.[2] The single achieved commercial success shortly after its release. It topped iTunes Philippines' Top Songs chart and became the top trending music video on YouTube.[3] Within 24 hours, the music video on amassed over two million views on the platform.[4] Two weeks after its release, "Cherry on Top" debuted in the top ten of the Billboard Philippines charts, ranking eighth on the Philippines Hot 100 and fifth on the Top Philippine Songs chart.[5][6]

Following the successful of release of "Cherry on Top", Bini announced the release of the standalone digital single "Joy to the World" on November 8, 2024.[7]

Composition

The song was produced by Anna Achacoso–Graham and Christopher James Moore Lopez and composed by Moophs and Anna Achacoso–Graham. It was originally from Isaac Watts on 1719.[8] It highlights vibrants representations of Filipino Christmas traditions, including the Noche Buena feast, displays of Christmas lanterns and other festive customs.[8]

Music video

The music video featuring members Aiah, Colet, Maloi, Gwen, Stacey, Mikha, Jhoanna, and Sheena participating in various Christmas preparation activities in the Philippines are included in the song video. As Aiah's cat sits on a table, group leader Jhoanna gives each member an assignment to complete. Later, while Aiah composes a letter to Santa, the cat takes a nap.[8]

While hanging stockings, Sheena trips and laughs with Colet, who is holding a parol, while Mikha arranges the Belen and Maloi decorates with Christmas balls. The lyrical portion of the song also mentions the typical Filipino Christmas meals that Stacey and Gwen make, such as Puto bumbong, Bibingka, and Queso de bola.[8]

Promotion and release

Bini announced the song on their social media platforms, with the caption, "Christmas is fast approaching, and we guess you've found our present! Our own take on "Joy to the World" is coming soon!" The post also included a snippet of the track featuring Aiah, Colet and Maloi.[9] To promote the track release, Bini shared a series of cover artworks on their social media accounts, featuring animated depictions of each group member. On November 14, Bini released the song alongside the music video.[10]

Credits

Credits are adapted from Apple Music[11]

Release history

Release history and formats for "Joy to the World"
Region Date Format Label Ref.
Various November 14, 2024
Star Music [10]

References

  1. ^ a b Gatchalian, Ched Rick (July 11, 2024). "Watch: BINI's irresistible charm in 'Cherry on Top' music video". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved July 11, 2024.
  2. ^ Tuazon, Nikko. "BINI makes P-Pop history with KCON LA 2024 performance". PEP.ph. Archived from the original on July 29, 2024. Retrieved July 28, 2024.
  3. ^ "BINI's 'Cherry On Top' reigns supreme on YouTube, iTunes". ABS-CBN News. July 11, 2024. Archived from the original on July 11, 2024. Retrieved July 11, 2024.
  4. ^ "BINI's 'Cherry on Top' MV breaches 2M views in less than 24 hours". GMA News Online. July 12, 2024. Archived from the original on July 12, 2024. Retrieved July 12, 2024.
  5. ^ "Philippines Hot 100 (Week of July 27, 2024)". Billboard Philippines. July 24, 2024. Archived from the original on July 24, 2024. Retrieved July 24, 2024.
  6. ^ Saulog, Gabriel (July 24, 2024). "BINI's "Cherry On Top" Debuts On The Top Philippine Songs Chart". Billboard Philippines. Archived from the original on August 3, 2024. Retrieved July 25, 2024.
  7. ^ Saulog, Gabriel (November 5, 2024). "BINI to Releases First-Ever Holiday Cover "Joy to the World"". Billboard Philippines. Retrieved November 24, 2024.
  8. ^ a b c d Purnell, Kristopher (November 16, 2024). "BINI releases 'Joy to the World' cover, 'Cherry on Top' Christmas remix". The Philippine Star. Retrieved November 24, 2024.
  9. ^ The Manila Times (November 21, 2024). "BINI reimagines Christmas classic 'Joy to the World'". The Manila Times. Archived from the original on November 21, 2024. Retrieved November 24, 2024.
  10. ^ a b Saulog, Gabriel (November 15, 2024). "BINI Bring "Joy To The World" With Their New Holiday Single – Listen". Billboard Philippines. Retrieved November 24, 2024.
  11. ^ "Joy To The World – Song by BINI – Apple Music". Apple Music (PH). Retrieved November 24, 2024.


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