#CulturePH - Let Our Love: Nicole Laurel Asensio’s New Song Is a Love Letter to Timeless Music
Some songs just hit differently. They don’t shout for your attention or chase trends—they simply invite you in, like an old friend who knows exactly what you need to hear. That’s the vibe I got when I listened to Nicole Laurel Asensio’s latest single, “LET OUR LOVE,” and honestly, it’s the kind of track that makes you want to slow down and savor every note.
Nicole’s been on a whirlwind lately—fresh off a string of shows abroad, she’s back in the Philippines and right back in the studio, teaming up once again with producer and multi-instrumentalist Gabe Dandan. Their creative partnership is the stuff of modern music magic: sometimes a little messy, always honest, and this time, completely effortless. Nicole describes the process as “torrential”—the kind of creative flow where ideas just pour out, no rules, no boundaries.
What makes “LET OUR LOVE” stand out isn’t just the lush blend of soul, R\&B, jazz, and a dash of 90s “sophisti-pop.” It’s the way the song feels like a living, breathing thing. Nicole and Gabe didn’t just lay down tracks—they invited a crew of talented musicians to add their own colors, letting each instrument and voice find its place in the story. The result? A song that’s both intimate and expansive, weaving together gentle rain, silk-spun lyrics, and melodies that linger between happiness and longing.
Nicole’s lyrics are pure poetry—lines like “weaving silk from our fallen tears” and “reflections of yesterday in an iron frame, like butterflies break away” paint a picture that’s both nostalgic and hopeful. It’s not about showing off vocal acrobatics or chasing what’s hot on the charts. Instead, Nicole leans into restraint, letting the music breathe and the emotions simmer just below the surface.
Gabe puts it best: the song is a journey from restraint to blissful release, a gentle rain that eventually gives way to sunlight. It’s the kind of track you’ll want to play on a lazy Sunday, or when you need a little reminder that love—like music—can be both timeless and brand new.
And while “LET OUR LOVE” is just a taste of what’s to come (Nicole’s next EP is already in the works), it’s clear that she’s found her groove. With a handful of AWIT Awards nominations under her belt and a creative spirit that refuses to be boxed in, Nicole is proof that the best music comes from the heart—and from the courage to let love, and art, simply be.
So, next time you’re looking for a song that feels like a warm embrace, give “LET OUR LOVE” a spin. Let it remind you that sometimes, the most powerful thing you can do is let your heart—and your playlist—lead the way.
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