Clara Benin is back with a brand new single, entitled “the one to blame.”
The Filipino singer-songwriter released the new song on February 11, 2026. “Most of my songs come from heartbreak, longing, or overthinking everything, but this one came from learning how to let someone in without running away,” stated Benin in her post announcing the song’s release. “Hope it brings you a little warmth and keeps you company wherever you’re listening.”
“the one to blame” was first announced by Benin in a press statement for her previous single “muscle memory,” which came out on January 30, 2026. The two new songs are her first solo single since “hiding in the bathroom” — a bonus track on the deluxe edition of Benin’s sophomore album befriending my tears.
Notably, “the one to blame” is part of Clara Benin’s upcoming EP that is set to be released sometime this year.
With the song’s release, the “small town” singer is slated to debut the new song live during a Valentine’s Day show at Eastwood in Quezon City February 14, 2026 (Saturday). “Since it’s Valentine’s Day, I want to make it extra special and perform ‘the one to blame’ live for the very first time. I’m excited to share this love song with everyone,” she shared in the aforementioned press statement.
Listen to Clara Benin’s “the one to blame” below:
Frequently Asked Questions
Clara Benin released “the one to blame” on February 11, 2026. The track launched as a special Valentine’s single preceding her upcoming 2026 EP project.
The song stems from learning how to open up and accept emotional intimacy without running away, shifting from Benin’s traditional themes of heartbreak and longing.
Clara Benin debuts “the one to blame” live at Eastwood in Quezon City during a Valentine’s Day concert scheduled for Saturday, February 14, 2026.
Yes, “the one to blame” serves as a lead single for Clara Benin’s upcoming extended play (EP), which is scheduled for release later in 2026.
Clara Benin released the single “muscle memory” on January 30, 2026, which originally teased the subsequent arrival of “the one to blame.”