It’s been an exciting 2025 for #HELLMERRY, and he’s not about to pump the brakes. The Filipino rapper and hip-hop artist returns to Billboard Philippines Volumes to reflect on a whirlwind year and tease what he’s teeing up next.
From revealing his thoughts about the unexpected success of “My Day” to discussing what it’s like to come up working with other artists like #ShantiDope, #GASPARI, #BUDDAHBEADS, and the collective Young God Records, HELLMERRY talks of building a career armed with unwavering passion for the music.
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0:00 Intro
0:49 Revisiting a successful 2025 for HELLMERRY
2:00 On the making and virality of “My Day” and being inspired by Shanti Dope
4:30 On never being complacent even while finding success
6:00 About Young God Records and their YELLOWTAPES Vol. 1 mixtape
9:13 HELLMERRY’s favorite tracks on YELLOWTAPES
10:41 Upcoming works and collaborations
11:50 On the thrill of touring around the world
13:49 What’s next for HELLMERRY
14:50 Exploring the business and industry side of music
16:50 Advice for up-and-coming rappers and artists
19:30 On mastery of craft and loyalty to community
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