Like many Filipino singers in the 1970s, Valdez started on a solo career as a folk singer. In 1972, he joined the Circus Band and soon after it disbanded, he released his first solo album entitled Ngayon at Kailanman. While in the Circus Band, he met Ryan Cayabyab, who was then part of another band. When Valdez was preparing tracks for the album Ngayon at Kailanman, he asked Cayabyab to donate a few songs, which the composer did. Cayabyab then became Valdez's musical director for 27 years. In the 80's, Valdez re-invented himself as a singer of movie theme songs. Among the most memorable were "Paano Ba Ang Mangarap," "Muling Buksan Ang Puso" and "Paraisong Parisukat."
A circumstance which sidelined his singing career occurred in 1990, when he found himself as a "healer". Valdez then sought the guidance of his Jesuit friends. They explained to him that he has gift of healing.
Say That You Love Me
Basil Valdez Lyrics
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And here I am alone starting to realize,
That my days would be brighter if I could learn to hide
When feelings that I have for you keep hurting me inside
Then my day begins with simple thoughts of you
Hoping our tomorrows will be and you,
Sharing dreams with each other and making them come true
But will you say that you love me and show me that you care?
Say when I need you, you will always be there,
But if you go and leave me, this I swear is true
My love will always be with you
Now my nights would end with just one wish that's you
To hold me in the dark and help me make it through,
'Cause the pain that's inside me would simply melt away
If I had you here with me and promise me you'd stay
But will you say that you love me and show me that you care?
Say when I need you, you will always be there,
But if you go and leave me, this I swear is true
My love will always be with you
But will you say that you love me and show me that you care?
Say when I need you, you will always be there,
But if you go and leave me, this I swear is true
My love will always be with you
My love will always be with you
The song "Say that you Love Me" by Basil Valdez is a heartfelt ballad that explores the emotions of unrequited love. The singer begins by describing how their teardrops shine in the morning and how they are starting to realize that their feelings for the other person are hurting them inside. They then move on to describe how they think about this person throughout the day, with hopes that their dreams will come true and that they will be able to hold each other and say, "All I need is you." The chorus then repeats the message that the singer needs to hear from the other person: that they love them and will always be there for them. The song ends with the singer promising that their love will always be with the other person.
One interpretation of the lyrics is that the singer is in love with someone who doesn't feel the same way, and they are struggling to come to terms with this reality. They describe their pain and their longing to be close to this person, but they fear that if they say anything, they will be rejected. The chorus then becomes a plea for the other person to acknowledge their feelings and to reciprocate them. The song is a poignant reminder of the difficulties of unrequited love and the toll it can take on a person's emotions.
Line by Line Meaning
My morning starts to shine with teardrops in my eyes
Every morning, tears accompany my awakening, signifying how much pain and hurt I have in my heart.
And here I am alone starting to realize,
Being by myself, I am beginning to understand that my emotions towards you are causing me pain.
That my days would be brighter if I could learn to hide
Concealing my feelings towards you would make my days more bearable and easier to tolerate.
When feelings that I have for you keep hurting me inside
My affection for you is causing great emotional pain, and it is becoming unbearable to endure.
Then my day begins with simple thoughts of you
My daily thoughts revolve around you and the possibility of being with you.
Hoping our tomorrows will be and you,
I am longing for a future with you, praying that we can build a meaningful relationship together.
Sharing dreams with each other and making them come true
I imagine us exchanging our hopes and aspirations, and working together to realize them.
Holding one another saying, "All I need is you."
In my mind, I see us embracing and affirming that we only need each other to be happy.
But will you say that you love me and show me that you care?
Do you reciprocate my feelings towards you? Can you demonstrate your affection for me?
Say when I need you, you will always be there,
Assure me that you will be there for me when I need you the most, and be my source of strength and support.
But if you go and leave me, this I swear is true
If you decide to leave me, please know that my feelings for you will never fade away.
My love will always be with you
Regardless of what happens, my love will always be directed towards you.
Now my nights would end with just one wish that's you
At night, my only desire is to be with you and feel your warmth by my side.
To hold me in the dark and help me make it through,
I crave your embrace to provide me solace during the difficult times that lie ahead.
'Cause the pain that's inside me would simply melt away
The hurt inside me would dissipate if you were here to comfort me and provide reassurance.
If I had you here with me and promise me you'd stay
If you were here with me and promised to never leave, I would be complete and content.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Y, ALLAN AYQUE
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Violet Starapple
This version has the most emotions poured in.it . Martin's version is cool and relaxed, but any singer can sing it the way Martin did sang it. No artist can sing this beautiful song like Basil ...
Bong Pelobello
I love you basil. you always sing the most beautiful love songs in this country.
Manolo Pineda
One of my favorite OPM love songs of all time
belle barcelo
I still want to hear those words coming from you 💔💔💔
gem241968
A song that was written for him to sing. Popularized by Martin Nievera. But Basil's version is better (IMOHO).
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Basil Valdez is an original sang that song in 1984.
Marc M.
Louie Ocampo's first choice was Martin, but when he declined, Louie had to turn to other artists, with Basil. Martin and Louie's later collaborations and friendship made Louie's original idea (Martin's version) possible.
See their interview: https://youtu.be/ymf4WkSqD3A
Bebot*1943
napakagandang kanta at napakagandang pakinggan
Terry Tejano Berones
All time fave opm song for my wife and i...
Allen Sagalla
Belated Happy Valentines Day 2020! Thanks for uploading :-) ♥