Maki And James Reid Team Up For New Single, “Luck”
The single continues the “Dilaw” hitmaker’s Pink trilogy, which began with “habangbuhay pansamantala.”
Courtesy of Maki, @james
Courtesy of Maki
Maki continues his Pink trilogy, now teaming up with James Reid for the single “Luck,” set for release on July 30, 2026, via Tarsier Records.
Following the release of “habangbuhay pansamantala” in May, “Luck” showcases a more hopeful side of love.
The uplifting track portrays love and romance through the themes of luck, rolling the dice, taking chances, and beating the odds. It serves as an anthem for risk-takers who remain hopeful, reminding listeners that taking a chance on love, no matter the cost, is always worth it.
As part of the single’s promotion, the “Dilaw” hitmaker released a schedule for fans in anticipation of its release.
This includes an Open Melody Challenge spearheaded by Maki, where fans and fellow artists can duet and sing along with the open verse, showcasing their unique vocals and interpretations. As part of the single’s rollout, fellow artists such as Reid and SB19’s justin also joined the singer-songwriter for the challenge.
“I’ll show all my cards / I’ll open your heart / Whatever the odds / We’ll beat ’em / Just look in my eyes / Baby roll the dice / Got everything to believe in (Hey) / If loving was a game / Know that I would win for you / And you could push your luck (Hey),” Maki sings in the chorus.
As we wait for the release of “Luck,” listen to “habangbuhay pansamantala” below:
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“Luck,” Maki’s collaboration with James Reid, is set for release on July 30, 2026, via Tarsier Records, continuing Maki’s ongoing “Pink trilogy” of singles.
“Luck” portrays love through imagery of chance, rolling the dice, and taking risks, framing romantic vulnerability as a bet worth making despite the odds.
The Open Melody Challenge invites fans and artists to duet an open verse of “Luck” online; participants so far include James Reid and SB19’s Justin.
Maki released “habangbuhay pansamantala” in May 2026, ahead of “Luck,” which arrives July 30 as part of the same Pink trilogy rollout via Tarsier Records.
Maki is a Filipino singer-songwriter best known as the “Dilaw” hitmaker, currently rolling out a multi-single “Pink trilogy” that includes “Luck” and “habangbuhay pansamantala.”
