Filipino singer Zack Tabublo and Thai singer Violette Wautier’s music video for their collaboration “Turn Back Time” has reached one million views on YouTube.
“Turn Back Time” was released On YouTube on Oct. 18 and garnered one million views on Nov. 20. It has 1.1 million views as of this writing.
The music video was shot in Thailand and directed by Prach Rojanasinwilai. It features popular Thai actor and singer Bright Vachirawit, Tabudlo and Wautier.
Zack Tabublo, Violette Wautier and Bright Vachirawit (UMG Philippines)
Tabudlo earlier said that it was his first time to film a music video outside the Philippines.
“At first, I was kind of nervous because I’m doing a music video with two of the biggest actors in Thailand. But when we started doing the scenes, I got to know them better. It was cool because Bright is a very nice guy and easy to work with, same as Violette. The production team were all super nice and patient with me because I was doing scenes with big stars like Bright and Violette” he said.
This was also the first time for Wautier and Bright to work together.
“I know Bright, we have crossed paths before, but I’ve never played a role with him. It was challenging in that way, but Bright is so talented and made it way easier,” she said.
Bright said, “I’m really happy that the team and Zack thought of me for this part in the music video because I’ve listened to many of Zack’s songs, and I’ve also had a chance to meet him before the shoot. I think he’s a really cool and extremely talented artist.”
He said he is a big fan of Wautier’s music.
“I’ve been waiting so long for this. I’ve actually known Violette for a while now, and I’m a big fan of her music. There were many times in the past where we nearly had a chance to work together, so when Universal Music Thailand reached out about Zack and Violette’s music video, finally we got to act together and I’m really happy. This is another piece of work where I can’t wait to see the finished version because the vibe on set was really good. I think the final piece will turn out great,” he said.
The music video begins with Zack and Violette, getting ready to record their song. The scene then shifts, where viewers see glimpses of the relationship between Violette and Bright’s characters, memories seemingly coming back to her as she tries to internalize and prepare for the song.
As the music video progresses, it shows the beginning of the relationship. Bright sees Violette across the café, they share shy smiles, sparks fly. The treatment for these scenes switch to a warm tone, similar to the budding feelings we see the characters develop for each other.
“When you’re working with someone talented, it helps you a lot,” Bright shares about his shooting experience. “My first scenes in the morning were with Violette who is such a talented artist and actress, and Zack feels like a little brother to me. I felt assured that the day was going to run smoothly. I’m glad to have worked with them both.”
LYRICS
Turn Back Time by Zack Tabudlo ft. Violette Wautier
i don’t know what’s wrong
i’m not okay i can’t pretend when it’s all gone
i’m sorry for everything that i’ve done
you know i’ve tried my best
thinking you’re the one
pre chorus:
days have been hard of sleeping alone
when the sun’s coming down
need someone to hold
i close my eyes wishing you’re by my side
you know i hate seeing you cry
chorus
what did i do this time
didn’t i really try
gave all my love
all turned to dust
i’m losing my mind
i’d rather have all the fights
than all of the sleepless nights
everything’s rushed i know i just lost
a piece of mine
why can’t we turn back time
2nd verse:
we had a love
like no one can have
we gave our promises
now it’s all in the past
oh we didn’t stand a chance didn’t we babe?
our differences always get in our ways
it’s sad… really thought we would last
days have been hard of being alone
i don’t know if i can handle the cold
so i close my eyes
wishing you’re by my side
you know i hate seeing you cry
chorus
what did i do this time
didn’t i really try
gave all my love
all turned to dust
i’m losing my mind
i’d rather have all the fights
than all of the sleepless nights
everything’s rushed i know i just lost
a piece of mine
why can’t we turn back time
turn back time
turn back time
what did i do this time
didn’t i really try
gave all my love
all turned to dust
i’m losing my mind
i’d rather have all the fights
than all of the sleepless nights
everything’s rushed i know i just lost
a piece of mine
why can’t we turn back time