To capture the full scope of the Filipino-American experience, director Patricio Ginelsa collaborated with apl.de.ap to create two distinct "generations" of the music video:
This version features a modern-day Filipino-American house party and BBQ. It includes cameos from Filipino-American celebrities like American Idol finalist Jasmine Trias (playing apl.de.ap's sister) and members of the local community. Recent Resurgence The Black Eyed Peas - Bebot (Official Music Video)
Set in 1930s Little Manila in Stockton, California, this version pays homage to the early "Manong Generation" of Filipino migrant workers. It depicts them toiling in asparagus fields by day and transforming into dapper, suit-wearing dancers at social clubs by night. To capture the full scope of the Filipino-American
In Filipino culture, "bebot" is a slang term for a or "hot chick" . The lyrics go beyond surface-level attraction, celebrating Filipino pride, community gatherings, and everyday joys like eating with one's fingers and enjoying local delicacies like balut . Two Different Music Videos It depicts them toiling in asparagus fields by