Self-penned love song about navigating life’s plot twists
Emerging singer-songwriter Shawn Crab channels inspiration and courage into “Ocean,” her new single aimed at encouraging fellow Gen Zs to draw strength from the people who matter most.
Written by Shawn and produced by StarPop label head Roque “Rox” Santos, the uplifting love song uses the vast and mysterious ocean as a metaphor for life and its many unknowns. Through its heartfelt lyrics, “Ocean” encourages listeners to keep moving forward despite fear and uncertainty, finding courage in the love of the people who make life’s journey worth taking.
At just 17 years old, Shawn is steadily carving her own path as an artist with music that reflects her emotions, experiences, and perspective on growing up. Hailing from US, the daughter of actress-comedienne Cheena Crab moved to the Philippines to pursue her musical dreams and develop her passion for songwriting and performing.
"Why would I give up as an artist if every song I write is one step closer to my dream?" she wrote on social media early this year.
Shawn’s musical journey began when she started learning the piano at 10 years old. By 11, she had already begun writing her own songs, turning her thoughts and emotions into music. Influenced by international artists such as Billie Eilish, Frank Ocean, and Clairo, she continues to explore her own sound while using songwriting as a way to express feelings that can sometimes be difficult to put into words.
Her journey as an independent artist began in 2023 with the release of her first two singles, “This Fall, I’m Falling Hard” and “Is it too late?” She eventually joined StarPop in 2025, where she released “Love Has Come My Way,” “Labo,” and “Tago,” further introducing her artistry to Filipino music listeners.
Listen to “Ocean” by Shawn Crab out now on all digital streaming platforms. For more details, follow StarPop on Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok.
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