Eraserheads, or E-Heads was a prominent Filipino rock band of the 1990s, fo… Read Full Bio ↴Eraserheads, or E-Heads was a prominent Filipino rock band of the 1990s, formed by Ely Buendia, Raimund Marasigan, Buddy Zabala, and Marcus Adoro. The band is one of the most successful, critically-acclaimed, and significant bands in the history of Original Pilipino Music, earning them the accolade, "The Beatles of the Philippines". Eraserheads are also credited for spearheading a second wave of Manila band invasions, paving the way for a host of influential Philippine alternative rock bands.

The band released several singles, albums, and EPs that reached number one. This commercial success was most evident in the release of their third album Cutterpillow, which achieved platinum status several times. Eraserheads are one of the best-selling musical acts of all time in the Philippines, paving way for an international career that earned them the "Moon Man" in the MTV Video Music Awards.

Their diverse music worked both in the underground and mainstream scenes of the Philippine music industry. By fusing different musical styles such as alternative, pop, rock, reggae, and synthpop, Eraserheads helped change the sound of Pinoy rock.

BATO
Eraserheads Lyrics

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Sang linggong wala sa bahay
Pare ayoko ng mag-aral
Hinahanap na ako ni nanay
Di malaman ang gagawin

Paghawak-hawak ng gitara
Bat di mo matapos ang kanta
Nakatira sa kakilala

Hoy pahiram naman ng tuwalya mo

Hoy hoy hoy bato na naman
Asan na bang barkada't kaibigan
Wala ba tayong gimik diyan
Asan na ba kayo pautang naman

Sang linggong wala sa bahay
Pare ayoko ng mag-aral
Hinahanap na ako ni nanay
Di malaman ang gagawin

Paghawak-hawak ng gitara
Bat di mo matapos tapos ang kanta
Nakatira sa kakilala
Hoy pahiram naman ng tuwalya mo

Hoy hoy hoy bato na naman
Asan na bang barkada't kaibigan
Wala ba tayong gimik diyan
Asan na ba kayo pautang naman

Hoy hoy hoy bato na naman
Asan na bang barkada't kaibigan

Wala ba tayong gimik diyan
Asan na ba kayo pautang naman ah

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Eraserheads' Bato reveal the frustration and restlessness of a young person who is not interested in studying, but is being constantly hounded by their mother. The singer has been away from home for a week and is at a friend's place. They are aimlessly strumming a guitar, but cannot seem to finish a song. The singer asks to borrow a towel from their friend, who they are staying with. The repetitive chorus of "Hoy, hoy, hoy bato na naman" expresses their desire to reconnect with their friends, and a longing for a night out. The singer seems to be stuck in a rut, and is using a night out with their friends as a way to escape the boredom of their current situation.

The theme of the lyrics is relatable for many people who struggle to find motivation to study or work, and desire a break from their daily routine. The use of the phrase "bato na naman" in the chorus suggests that this is a recurring theme in the singer's life, that they have been in this situation before and are tired of it. The line "Hinahanap na ako ni nanay, di malaman ang gagawin" conveys a sense of helplessness and confusion, and highlights the pressure on young people to conform to societal expectations.

Line by Line Meaning

Sang linggong wala sa bahay
I've been out of the house for a week now

Pare ayoko ng mag-aral
I don't want to study, my friend

Hinahanap na ako ni nanay
Mom is looking for me

Di malaman ang gagawin
I don't know what to do

Paghawak-hawak ng gitara
I'm holding onto my guitar

Bat di mo matapos ang kanta
Why can't you finish the song?

Nakatira sa kakilala
I'm staying with a friend

Hoy pahiram naman ng tuwalya mo
Hey, can I borrow your towel?

Hoy hoy hoy bato na naman
Oh no, not again with the rocks

Asan na bang barkada't kaibigan
Where are my buddies and friends?

Wala ba tayong gimik diyan
Is there nothing to do there?