Dia Maté And Regine Velasquez Unite For New Single “Ina” – Listen
The song is a pride anthem, dedicated to the elderly LGBTQ++ community.
By Rome Saenz
Courtesy of Milks Studios
Courtesy of Milks Studios
Dia Maté and Regine Velasquez-Alcasid have teamed up to pay a timely homage to the elderly queer community with her latest single titled “Ina,” an ode to love, legacy, and inclusivity. Last May 2, the pop singer-songwriterSinger-SongwriterA musician who writes and performs their own songs, typically accompanied by guitar or piano. Valued for personal storytelling and authenticity, singer-songwriters form a major part of the Filipino musicGo to Singer-Songwriter Glossary released this pride anthem along with an accompanying lyric music video.
In an official press release, the reigning Reina Hispanoamericana 2025 shared her experience working with the legend, Regine Velasquez: “It is such an honor to collaborate with an OPMOPMShort for Original Pilipino Music, the body of songs created by Filipino artists, spanning genres from ballads and rock to hip-hop and pop. OPM expresses Filipino identity and heritage, andGo to OPM Glossary legend. Having Ate Reg’s lyrics and vocals on the track makes the song even more meaningful and impactful. I’m really grateful she was game to hop on the track.”
The song itself was written in dedication of the Golden Gays, a nonprofit organization that provides support and care facilities for LGBTQ+ elders aged sixty and above. Through this new single, Maté hopes to amplify these individuals’ voices and bridgeBridgeThe contrasting section of a song, usually placed after the second chorus, that introduces new melody, lyrics, or harmony before the final chorus. A strong bridge adds emotional lift andGo to Bridge Glossary their stories to a wider audience. To further this advocacy, The Golden Gays will be featured in the music video of “Ina” and a supplemental documentary.
The artist further elaborated on her advocacy behind the song, “Aside from The Golden Gays, I also dedicate this song to my family members, friends, mentors, and mamas within the community. I have so much love and respect for all of them. They have stood by my side and guided me every step of the way in life, in my music career, and in my pageant journey. This song is also for them.”
This follows Dia Maté’s first single drop of the year, “Ikaw Ang Pinili Ko,” which was premiered last January 7.
Listen to Dia Maté and Regine Velasquez-Alcasid’s “Ina” here: