This song is about the hardships of planting rice, reflecting the struggles of Filipino farmers in their daily work. Lyrics: Magtanim ay ‘di biroMaghapong nakayuko‘Di naman makatayo‘Di naman makaupo Braso ko’y namamanhidBaywang ko’y nangangawitBinti ko’y namimitigSa pagkababad sa tubig Sa umagang paggisingAng lahat iisipinKung saan may patanimMay masarap na pagkain […]
Month: September 2024
Bahay Kubo (ᜊᜑᜌ᜔ ᜃᜓᜊᜓ)
“Bahay Kubo (ᜊᜑᜌ᜔ ᜃᜓᜊᜓ)” is a traditional Filipino folk song that celebrates the simplicity and abundance of rural life in the Philippines, centered around a nipa hut surrounded by various vegetables, reflecting the self-sufficient lifestyle of a typical countryside family. Lyrics: Bahay kubo, kahit munti,ᜊᜑᜌ᜔ ᜃᜓᜊᜓ ᜃᜑᜒᜆ᜔Ang halaman doon ay […]
Paruparong Bukid
A light and lively folk song about a butterfly flying over a field. It’s a joyful reflection of nature and simple rural life. Lyrics: Paruparong bukid na lilipad-lipadSa gitna ng daan papaga-pagaspasIsang bara ang tapisIsang dangkal ang manggasAng sayang de kolaIsang piyesa ang sayad May payneta pa siya — uy!May suklay pa man din […]
Baybayin: The Ancient Script of the Philippines
Baybayin is an ancient writing system that holds deep historical and cultural significance in the Philippines. Rooted in the pre-colonial era, Baybayin was widely used by early Filipinos, particularly in the Luzon region, long before the Spanish colonizers arrived in the 16th century. Although it has largely been replaced by […]
Leron Leron Sinta
A playful, traditional folk song that tells the story of a young man harvesting fruits, typically interpreted as a metaphor for love and life’s challenges. Lyrics: Leron Leron SintaBuko ng PapayaDala dala’y busloSisidlan ng sintaPagdating sa dulo’yNabali ang sangaKapos kapalaranHumanap ng iba. Halika na Neneng,tayo’y manampalokDalhin mo ang buslo,sisidlan ng […]
Atin Cu Pung Singsing
A folk song from the Kapampangan region, it tells the story of someone who lost a precious ring and asks for help in finding it. It’s a symbol of something valuable in life. Lyrics: Atin ku pung singsingMetung yang timpukanAmana ke itiKing indung ibatan. Sangkan keng sininupKing metung a kabanMewala […]
Philippine History Did Not Start with Magellan
When people think about the history of the Philippines, many immediately recall the arrival of Ferdinand Magellan in 1521. However, the history of the Philippines stretches far beyond this singular moment. The pre-colonial Philippines was already a vibrant, thriving society, rich in culture, trade, and complex social structures. Understanding this […]