Bukas Palad is a Catholic Filipino music ministry, bound by faith in God, p… Read Full Bio ↴Bukas Palad is a Catholic Filipino music ministry, bound by faith in God, passion for music, and dedication to serving others. Inspired by the spirituality of St. Ignatius of Loyola, the group strives to become co-creators with God in building a world of justice, peace, hope, and love by writing, performing, and propagating original liturgical and inspirational music.

Pananalig
Bukas Palad Lyrics

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Sa puso kong umiibig
Walang nananaig
Kun'di yaong pananalig
Sa sintang iniibig
Hindi ka man masilayan
At init mo'y maglaho nang tuluyan
Pag-ibig ko sayo at katapatan
Mananatili kailan pa man

Bawat tao'y nalulumbay
At di mapalagay
Hangga't hindi nahihimlay
Sa puso mong dalisay
Hindi ka man masilayan
At init mo'y maglaho nang tuluyan

Pag-ibig ko sayo at katapatan
Mananatili kailan pa man

Overall Meaning

The song, "Pananalig" by Bukas Palad, speaks about a love that is anchored in faith and trust. The first stanza talks about an unwavering conviction that no other thing can reign in the heart except for faith in a beloved, even if they are not able to physically see or feel them. The second stanza describes the human propensity to feel troubled and restless unless they are able to rest in a pure and honest heart like the person they love. The repeated refrain, "Pag-ibig ko sa'yo at katapatan, Mananatili kailan pa man" underscores the unwavering devotion and loyalty being offered to the beloved.

This song exudes a sense of surrender to a higher power- that even though we are unable to completely comprehend or control every aspect of our lives or relationships, there is a deep faith that holds it together. Bukas Palad has always been known for their deeply spiritual and religious themes, and "Pananalig" is a testament to the group's ethos of finding hope in faith. The song's simple melody and harmonies reflect the clarity and simplicity of the message, making it easy to sing and relate to.

Line by Line Meaning

Sa puso kong umiibig
In my loving heart

Walang nananaig
Nothing else prevails

Kun'di yaong pananalig
But faith

Sa sintang iniibig
In the beloved

Hindi ka man masilayan
Even if you cannot be seen

At init mo'y maglaho nang tuluyan
And your warmth will completely disappear

Pag-ibig ko sayo at katapatan
My love for you and my faithfulness

Mananatili kailan pa man
Will remain forever

Bawat tao'y nalulumbay
Every person feels sorrowful

At di mapalagay
And cannot rest

Hangga't hindi nahihimlay
Until they have found comfort