Autotelic [Papunta Pabalik]
“Papunta Pabalik” is the major-label debut album by Filipino indie-pop band Autotelic, released in 2016 under MCA Music (Universal Music Philippines). The title—meaning “Going There, Going Back”—reflects the cyclical nature of relationships, a central theme throughout the album.
Papunta Pabalik resonated with a wide audience, blending upbeat melodies with introspective lyrics, and earned a platinum certification in 2019—solidifying Autotelic’s presence in the Filipino music scene.
The design and illustrations visualize this concept through interconnected scenes forming a continuous panorama. Two characters navigate emotional distance and reconnection, with recurring motifs like clouds and smoke evoking the fluidity of memory and feeling.
