Talaarawan

On February 14, 2024, Bini announced that their debut EP, Talaarawan, would be released on March 8, 2024.{{Cite web |last=Mallorca |first=Hannah |date=February 15, 2024 |title=P-pop girl group BINI to drop first EP 'Talaarawan' |url=https://entertainment.inquirer.net/541796/p-pop-girl-group-bini-to-drop-first-ep-talaarawan |access-date=July 17, 2024 |website=Inquirer |language=en |archive-date=July 21, 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240721081423/https://entertainment.inquirer.net/541796/p-pop-girl-group-bini-to-drop-first-ep-talaarawan |url-status=live }} During a Valentine's Day event, Bini's leader Jhoanna revealed in an interview that the release date was intentionally selected to serve as a gift for their fans and to symbolize celebration and appreciation for their supporters.{{Cite web |last=Mallorca |first=Hannah |date=February 22, 2024 |title=BINI explains why EP 'Talaarawan' will drop on International Women's Day |url=https://entertainment.inquirer.net/543117/bini-explains-why-ep-talaarawan-will-drop-on-international-womens-day |access-date=July 17, 2024 |website=Inquirer |language=en |archive-date=June 13, 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240613062100/https://entertainment.inquirer.net/543117/bini-explains-why-ep-talaarawan-will-drop-on-international-womens-day |url-status=live }}

Bini member Mikha emphasized Bini's advocacy for women’s empowerment, expressing their desire to inspire women and boost confidence in all individuals. During their media conference for the EP, she noted that the release date coinciding with International Women’s Day aligns with their goal to empower and inspire.{{Cite web |last=Arnaldo |first=Steph |date=March 9, 2024 |title=More than P-pop idols, BINI is the Gen Z role model for modern Filipinas |url=https://www.rappler.com/entertainment/music/p-pop-idols-bini-gen-z-role-models-modern-filipinas/ |access-date=July 17, 2024 |website=Rappler |language=en-US |archive-date=June 17, 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240617095528/https://www.rappler.com/entertainment/music/p-pop-idols-bini-gen-z-role-models-modern-filipinas/ |url-status=live }} Jhoanna described the EP, Talaarawan, which means "diary" in Filipino, as a comforting record for their fans.{{Cite news |last=Antonio |first=Josiah |date=February 21, 2024 |title=Why BINI chose Int'l Women's Day for 'Talaarawan' release |url=https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/2024/2/21/why-bini-chose-int-l-women-s-day-for-talaarawan-release-1909 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240717171740/https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/2024/2/21/why-bini-chose-int-l-women-s-day-for-talaarawan-release-1909 |archive-date=July 17, 2024 |access-date=July 17, 2024 |work=ABS-CBN News}} She explained that the EP captures their group's journey and expressed hope that it would provide comfort and a sense of connection to their fans, similar to a diary where they could open up and find relief through their music.

Talaarawan, along with its lead single "Salamin, Salamin" ({{Literal translation|Mirror, Mirror}}) was officially released on March 8, 2024.{{Cite web |last=Saulog |first=Gabriel |date=March 8, 2024 |title=BINI Release First Ever Diary-Inspired EP 'Talaarawan' |url=https://billboardphilippines.com/music/news/bini-capture-all-stage-of-love-and-life-in-first-diary-inspired-ep-talaarawan-release-2024/ |access-date=July 17, 2024 |website=Billboard Philippines |language=en-US |archive-date=July 21, 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240721081449/https://billboardphilippines.com/music/news/bini-capture-all-stage-of-love-and-life-in-first-diary-inspired-ep-talaarawan-release-2024/ |url-status=live }} Two of the track's singles, namely "Karera" ({{Literal translation|Race}}) and "Pantropiko" ({{Literal translation|Tropical}}) had previously been released in late 2023 as promotional tracks for the EP.{{Cite news |date=December 6, 2023 |title=Bini spreads summer love in new single "Pantropiko" |url=https://www.abs-cbn.com/newsroom/news-releases/2023/12/6/bini-pantropiko?lang=en |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231209051128/https://www.abs-cbn.com/newsroom/news-releases/2023/12/6/bini-pantropiko?lang=en |archive-date=December 9, 2023 |access-date=April 26, 2024 |work=ABS-CBN News}}{{Cite news |date=September 19, 2023 |title=BINI sets the pace in new single "Karera" |url=https://www.abs-cbn.com/newsroom/news-releases/2023/9/19/bini-karera?lang=en |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231016102909/https://www.abs-cbn.com/newsroom/news-releases/2023/9/19/bini-karera?lang=en |archive-date=October 16, 2023 |access-date=April 26, 2024 |work=ABS-CBN News}} On October 31, 2024, Backspacer Records announced that the EP, along with Bini's albums Born to Win and Feel Good, would be released as vinyl records in December 2024 as part of their collaboration with Star Music.{{Cite web |last=Saulog |first=Gabriel |date=2024-10-31 |title=BINI To Release Complete Discography On Vinyl |url=https://billboardphilippines.com/culture/lifestyle/bini-to-release-complete-discography-on-vinyl-backspacer-records-2024/ |access-date=2024-10-31 |website=Billboard Philippines |language=en-US}}{{Cite news |date=2024-10-31 |title=BINI to release 3 albums on vinyl |url=https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/2024/10/31/bini-to-release-3-albums-on-vinyl-1317 |access-date=2024-10-31 |work=ABS-CBN News}} In 2025, the vinyl records were reissued for sale in response to demand, with a limited pre-sale beginning on May 1, 2025.{{Cite magazine |last=Saulog |first=Gabriel |date=April 28, 2025 |title=Bini Are Set To Reissue Their Discography On Vinyl – Here’s How To Get A Copy |url=https://billboardphilippines.com/culture/lifestyle/bini-are-set-to-reissue-their-discography-on-vinyl-heres-how-to-get-a-copy/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250607202037/https://billboardphilippines.com/culture/lifestyle/bini-are-set-to-reissue-their-discography-on-vinyl-heres-how-to-get-a-copy/ |archive-date=June 7, 2025 |access-date=June 7, 2025 |magazine=Billboard Philippines}}

Talaarawan is an EP consisting of six tracks. The opening track, "Karera", was originally written by Nica Del Rosario and was composed by her along with Jumbo De Belen and Jose Miguel Cortes.{{Citation |title=Karera by BINI on Apple Music |date=September 22, 2023 |url=https://music.apple.com/us/song/karera/1733853214 |access-date=July 21, 2024 |language=en-US}} Inspired by Del Rosario's own experiences, the song emphasizes the importance of self-care and avoiding societal pressures.{{Cite news |last=Antonio |first=Josiah |date=September 25, 2023 |title=BINI's 'Karera' tackles mental health, says composer Nica del Rosario |url=https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/09/25/23/binis-karera-tackles-mental-health-says-composer-nica-del-rosario |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240706015828/https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/09/25/23/binis-karera-tackles-mental-health-says-composer-nica-del-rosario |archive-date=July 6, 2024 |access-date=July 21, 2024 |work=ABS-CBN News}} Bini members Colet, Mikha, and Stacey co-wrote the rap part of the song.{{Cite web |last=Angan |first=Kara |date=April 18, 2024 |title=5 Facts About BINI's 'Karera' From Nica Del Rosario |url=https://billboardphilippines.com/music/features/5-facts-you-didnt-know-about-binis-karera-as-told-by-nica-del-rosario-tickets-2024-concert-biniverse/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240706012822/https://billboardphilippines.com/music/features/5-facts-you-didnt-know-about-binis-karera-as-told-by-nica-del-rosario-tickets-2024-concert-biniverse/ |archive-date=July 6, 2024 |access-date=July 21, 2024 |website=Billboard Philippines |language=en-US}}

The lead single, "Salamin, Salamin", was composed by John Michael Conchada, Paula Rose Alcasid, and Paulo Miguel Rañeses and produced by Bojam and Mat Olavides.{{Citation |title=Salamin, Salamin by BINI on Apple Music |date=March 8, 2024 |url=https://music.apple.com/us/song/salamin-salamin/1733853223 |access-date=July 21, 2024 |language=en-US}} It has been described as a song that captures the excitement and nervousness of having a crush.{{Cite web |date=March 27, 2024 |title=Cool jams from ABS-CBN Music to turn up your summer |url=https://www.abs-cbn.com/newsroom/listicles/2024/3/27/cool-jams-from-abs-cbn-music-this-summer?lang=en |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240610162750/https://www.abs-cbn.com/newsroom/listicles/2024/3/27/cool-jams-from-abs-cbn-music-this-summer?lang=en |archive-date=June 10, 2024 |access-date=July 21, 2024 |website=ABS-CBN Newsroom}} The third track, "Pantropiko," was written by Angelika Ortiz, Jumbo De Belen, Mat Olavides, and Paula Patricia Chavez.{{Citation |title=Pantropiko by BINI on Apple Music |date=2023-11-17 |url=https://music.apple.com/us/song/pantropiko/1733853591 |access-date=2024-07-21 |language=en-US}} It was regarded as a "summer bubblegum pop anthem" with musical influences from African, Latin, and Caribbean genres.{{Cite news |last=Tanggol |first=Shannel |date=2024-05-11 |title=Meet Angelika Sam: The student composer whose first song became BINI's hit |url=https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/2024/5/11/meet-angelika-sam-the-student-composer-whose-first-song-became-bini-s-hit-1547 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240513074713/https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/2024/5/11/meet-angelika-sam-the-student-composer-whose-first-song-became-bini-s-hit-1547 |archive-date=2024-05-13 |access-date=2024-07-21 |work=ABS-CBN News}} "Ang Huling Cha Cha" (The Last Cha-cha), also by Del Rosario, explores the complexities of situationships and unreciprocated feelings.{{Cite web |last=Go |first=Mayks |date=April 12, 2024 |title=8 Underrated BINI Songs You Should Listen To Right Now |url=https://billboardphilippines.com/editorial-picks/curated/8-underrated-bini-songs-you-should-listen-to-right-now/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240523211221/https://billboardphilippines.com/editorial-picks/curated/8-underrated-bini-songs-you-should-listen-to-right-now/ |archive-date=May 23, 2024 |access-date=July 21, 2024 |website=Billboard Philippines |language=en-US}} "Na Na Nandito Lang" (Just Here), is a song that offers reassurance of support amidst challenges.{{Cite web |last=Deala |first=Joanna |date=March 8, 2024 |title=P-pop group BINI highlights women empowerment in debut EP |url=https://republicasiamedia.com/p-pop-group-bini-highlights-women-empowerment-in-debut-ep/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240315104332/https://republicasiamedia.com/p-pop-group-bini-highlights-women-empowerment-in-debut-ep/ |archive-date=March 15, 2024 |access-date=July 21, 2024 |website=RepublicAsia Media, Inc. |language=en-US}} It was written by Kim Grabrielle Songsong, Jumbo De Belen, and Paula Patricia Chavez.{{Cite news |last=Antonio |first=Josiah |date=March 12, 2024 |title=BINI hopes to be listeners' 'best friend' with 'Talaarawan' |url=https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/2024/3/12/bini-hopes-to-be-listeners-best-friend-with-talaarawan-1438 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240721223051/https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/2024/3/12/bini-hopes-to-be-listeners-best-friend-with-talaarawan-1438 |archive-date=July 21, 2024 |access-date=July 21, 2024 |work=ABS-CBN News}} The EP concludes with "Diyan Ka Lang" (Stay There) a tribute to those who provide unwavering support, written by Jumbo De Belen and Paula Patricia Chavez and composed by Bojam.{{Citation |title=Diyan Ka Lang by BINI on Apple Music |date=March 8, 2024 |url=https://music.apple.com/us/song/diyan-ka-lang/1733853768 |access-date=July 21, 2024 |language=en-US}}

{{Track listing

| headline = Talaarawan track listing

| extra_column = Producer(s)

| total_length = 22:44

| width = 100%

| title_width = 20%

| writing_width = 40%

| title1 = Karera

| length1 = 4:28

| writer1 = {{hlist|Nica Del Rosario|Jumbo De Belen|Jose Miguel Cortes|Ma. Nicolette Vergara|Mikhaela Janna Lim|Stacey Aubrey Sevilleja}}

| extra1 = {{hlist|Bojam|Jose Miguel Cortes}}

| title2 = Salamin, Salamin

| length2 = 3:50

| writer2 = {{hlist|John Michael Conchada|Paula Rose Alcasid|Paulo Miguel Rañeses}}

| extra2 = {{hlist|Bojam|Mat Olavides}}

| title3 = Pantropiko

| length3 = 3:45

| writer3 = {{hlist|Angelika Ortiz|Jumbo De Belen|Mat Olavides|Paula Patricia Chavez}}

| extra3 = {{hlist|Jumbo De Belen|Mat Olavides}}

| title4 = Ang Huling Cha Cha

| length4 = 3:21

| writer4 = {{hlist|Jumbo De Belen|Nica Del Rosario}}

| extra4 = Bojam

| title5 = Na Na Nandito Lang

| length5 = 4:01

| writer5 = {{hlist|Jumbo De Belen|Kim Gabrielle Songsong|Paula Patricia Chavez}}

| extra5 = Bojam

| title6 = Diyan Ka Lang

| length6 = 3:17

| writer6 = {{hlist|Jumbo De Belen|Paula Patricia Chavez}}

| extra6 = Bojam

}}

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