Feature: cydan Decodes “falling 4 u”
How did you come up with the idea?
The idea for “falling 4 u” came from looking back on childhood memories. I realized how sometimes the person you’ve been searching for has been right in front of you the whole time. I wanted to capture that mix of innocence, nostalgia, and honesty the feeling of growing up with someone, realizing your love for them, and having the courage to finally admit it, even if they don’t feel the same way. That honesty is what shaped the song.
Were there any challenges or breakthrough moments during the songwriting process for "falling 4 u?"
The biggest challenge was being honest without overcomplicating it. I wanted the lyrics to feel simple but still carry deep emotion like something anyone could relate to. The breakthrough came when I leaned into nostalgia and wrote about growing up with this person. That unlocked the whole song. Once I tied childhood memories with the present, everything flowed naturally, and it felt real instead of forced.
What did you enjoy most about making this track?
What I enjoyed most was how natural it felt to create. I wasn’t trying to write a perfect song I was just being honest about my feelings and memories. Putting childhood moments into lyrics and turning them into something that sounds like a love story was really special for me. It reminded me why I make music in the first place: to be real and connect with people through simple but meaningful words.
Can you tell us a bit about yourself and how you got started in music?
Music has always been in my blood. I grew up in a Filipino Christian household where singing was part of daily life at church we sang worship songs, and at home it was karaoke. When my family moved to Canada at age 8, church became an even bigger part of my life. By 10, I was playing drums in the church band, and by 14 I picked up guitar and started singing, mostly following in my brother’s footsteps. When the pandemic hit, I bought a PC and started experimenting with making my own songs that’s when my journey as a songwriter really began.
What role do you feel emotions play in your music, and how do you channel them into your performances?
Emotions are everything in my music. I write with simple words, but the power comes from the feelings behind them. For me, it’s about honesty if I’ve lived it, I can sing it in a way that people believe. When I perform, I try to relive the emotions I had when writing the song, whether it’s love, hope, or heartbreak. That’s what makes the performance real and helps people connect with it.
