by Julienne Frago

With an honest, vulnerable, and emotionally charged single “Sick and Tired”, singer-songwriter Gabri Panlilio deepens her ongoing advocacy for mental health awareness. It captures the quiet breaking point many experience but rarely talked about—when exhaustion goes beyond any physical fatigue, and settles deep into the mind and soul.

The song “Sick and Tired” was inspired by Gabri’s personal experiences with emotional and mental burnout. It was born from a season of being overwhelmed by expectations, labels, and the pressure to constantly hold oneself together, and realizing that feelings cannot simply be ignored and pretending to be okay is no longer the option.

Through “Sick and Tired,” Gabri hopes to send a message to the listeners who may be feeling emotionally drained, unheard, or misunderstood; that it is okay not to be okay. Being surrounded by a positive and supportive environment can make all the difference, especially during one’s lowest and difficult moments.

Continuing the mental health conversations she began with her earlier release “Calm,” Gabri kept on using her music as a platform for advocacy and sharing awareness. She believes mental health deserves the same level of care and attention as physical health. While faith can offer strength and grounding, she emphasizes that healing also requires actions such as seeking professional help, setting healthy boundaries, and prioritizing both mental and emotional well-being.

“We all pray for healing. Maybe that is why God send doctors and therapists - not to cast out demons, but to help us fight them.” – Gabri’s description in her new youtube video of Sick and Tired (Official Music Video)