vaultboy Explores Love’s Rollercoaster in Upbeat Single ‘where tf have you been?’

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MANILA, Philippines—Multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and producer vaultboy continues his recent releases with the lively single “where tf have you been?” The track captures vaultboy’s exhilaration in a new love, juxtaposed with the frustration of its belated discovery.

Known as the ‘King of Sad Songs’ by Rolling Stone, vaultboy typically lays bare his vulnerabilities. In this release, however, he adopts a more playful and comedic approach, presenting an uptempo track infused with electronic elements. Following the success of “everything, everywhere” featuring eaJ and “everything hits me at once,” which soared on multiple Spotify Viral 50 charts, vaultboy continues to captivate audiences with his diverse musical expressions.”

Backed by co-writers Tony Ferrari (Lee Brice, NC127) and Brett Truitt (Betty Who, Phangs), vaultboy returns with ‘where tf have you been?’ Collaborating once again with the dynamic duo Colin & Alex in production, and with additional contributions from Truitt, the song seamlessly combines passionate vocal delivery with melodic harmonies, unveiling a fresh sound from vaultboy.

Since his explosive 2021 debut, vaultboy’s songwriting prowess has amassed over 650 million global streams. Skillfully navigating matters of the heart with wit and relatable lyricism, vaultboy has become a standout in the alt-pop scene.

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From the viral hit ‘everything sucks’ to fan favorites like ‘rocket science,’ ‘aftermath,’ and ‘i think i wanna text u,’ vaultboy consistently delivers flawless and catchy alt-pop tunes.

In just two years, vaultboy has experienced a meteoric rise, capturing the hearts of millions worldwide. Currently dominating Asian markets, his Top 10 Streaming Markets Worldwide include India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Taiwan, and Thailand.