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Zero Pressure
2025 song by Bini From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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"Zero Pressure" is a song recorded by the Filipino girl group Bini. Combining elements of 1980s synth-pop and funk, the song lyrically focuses on ambition and the value of hard work. Star Music released it on February 27, 2025, as part of the extended play (EP) Biniverse. The song was written by Elle Campbell, Melanie "Lindgren" Schulz, and Skylar Mones, and produced by Schulz and Mones. On May 16, Bini released an official performance video for the song, marking their first since "Pantropiko". Filmed at Ayala Malls Manila Bay, the video features choreography by Renan and Kitkan.
"Zero Pressure" topped the YouTube Philippines Trending for Music chart following the release of its performance on May 16, surpassing one million views. Billboard Philippines described it as a "breezy, feel-good anthem that radiates confidence, freedom, and self-love", highlighting its vibrant energy and empowering message. The song was included in the magazine's fan-voted list of the best songs of 2025. San Francisco Chronicle noted that it showcased a more "sophisticated" sound for the group.
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Background and release
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In February 2025, during the first show of their Biniverse World Tour at the Philippine Arena, Bini announced that they would release their first all-English extended play (EP), Biniverse.[1] The EP was released a few weeks later, on February 27, and included the previously released singles "Cherry on Top" and "Blink Twice", as well as new tracks such as "Zero Pressure".[2]
A teaser for the single's dance performance was performed by Bini at the Aurora Music Festival in early May.[3] On May 16, Bini released an official performance video for "Zero Pressure", their first since "Pantropiko".[4] It was shot at A:Museum in Ayala Malls Manila Bay and features choreography by Renan and Kitkan, who had previously choreographed for other girl groups such as Aespa, I-dle, and XG.[5] Among other sources, ABS-CBN News and ABS-CBN Corporate have described "Zero Pressure" as a single.[4][6] The post-credits scene of the video features a teaser for Bini's succeeding song, "Shagidi".[7] At Bini's homecoming event marking the end of the Biniverse World Tour 2025 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena on June 29, titled "Here With You" Homecoming Fan Meet, the group held their first full performance of the "Zero Pressure".[3]
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Composition and lyrics
"Zero Pressure" is two minutes and fifty seconds long.[8] It is a 1980s-inspired synth-pop song[9] with a funk influence.[10] Its lyrics talk about ambition and perseverance.[9] The song was written by Skylar Mones, Michael "Lindgren" Schulz, Melanie Fontana, and Elle Campbell, with vocal arrangement by Anna Achacoso-Graham.[8] Lindgren and Mones produced the song, with vocal production by Greg Shilling, mixing by Dan Naim, mastering by Leon Zervos, and surround mixing by Waxie G. Joaquin.[8][11] The song was composed at the same songwriting camp where "Cherry on Top" was created,[5] and recorded by Chris "Moophs" Lopez.[8]
In an interview with Genius' Sofia Sayson, Bini member Colet explained that the song, especially the lyric "Zero pressure, zero diamonds", reflects Bini's journey as a group, emphasizing that, like diamonds, their growth required enduring pressure, hard work, and persistent searching.[12]
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Reception
Following its release on May 16, the performance video topped the YouTube Philippines Trending for Music, surpassing one million views.[13] Billboard Philippines described "Zero Pressure" as a "breezy, feel-good anthem that radiates confidence, freedom, and self-love" and praised its "vibrant" energy and "empowering" message. The track was included in the magazine's fan-voted list of the best songs of 2025.[10]
Todd Inoue of the San Francisco Chronicle wrote that the song was a more "sophisticated" sound for the group.[14]
In popular culture
In May 2025, Jake "Boaster" Howlett of the professional esports team Fnatic danced to "Zero Pressure" during his walk-off at the Valorant Champions Tour Grand Finals.[15][16]
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Credits and personnel
Credits are adapted from Apple Music and Tidal.[8][11]
- Bini – vocals
- Anna Achacoso-Graham – vocal arrangement
- Waxie G. Joaquin – surround mixing
- Chris "Moophs" Lopez – recording
- Dan Naim – mixing
- Leon Zervos – mastering
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