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.
Christmas Alphabet
Eraserheads Lyrics
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Da da ra ra da da ra da da da da da da da!
Da da ra ra da da ra da da da da da da da!
C is for the candy trimmed around the christmas tree
H is for the happiness in all the family
R is for the reindeer prancing by the window pane
S is for the stocking on the chimney wall
T is for the toys beneath the tree so tall
M is for the mistletoe where everyone is kissed
A is for the angels who make up the christmas list
S is for the santa who makes every kid his friend
Be good and he’ll bring you everything in a christmas alphabet!
Da da ra ra da da ra da da da da da da da!
C is for the conio kids around the christmas tree
H is for the homeless kids around the christmas tree
R is for the red tide, madami sa canteen
I is for illegal, all year round as you can plainly see
S is for the snow, wala noon dito
T is for the traffic, marami tayo nun
M is for the mayors whom everyone is pissed
A is for the ampons who makes up the concert list
S is for the sweldo pambili ng regalo
Da da ra ra da da ra da da da da da da da!
Da da ra ra da da ra da da da da da da da!
Hey!
C is for the fushcia car we all are asking of
H is for eraserheads so please don’t ask us why
R is for the aries that’s good enough for me
I is for eraserheads again, as sweet as sugar cane
S is for the santo on the chimney wall
T is for the tansan, may we have them all
M is for the money, money, money, money, money
A is buy our album so we can buy a car
S is for the story coz we don’t know how to rhyme
Be good and we promise not to sing that Christmas Alphabet (Again!)
Be good and we promise not to sing that Christmas Alphabet (Again!)
Be good and we promise not to sing that Christmas Alphabet (Again!)
Be good and we promise not to sing that Christmas Alphabet
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Tenkyu
Tenkyu
Ambabait ninyo, tenkyu
Eraserheads’ “Christmas Alphabet” is a playful take on the traditional Christmas song, using each letter of the alphabet to highlight different aspects of the holiday season, both the good and the bad. The song begins with C for “candy trimmed around the Christmas tree” and H for “happiness in all the family.” The lyrics go on to include R for “reindeer prancing by the window pane,” and I for “icing on the cake as sweet as sugar cane.”
However, as the song progresses, the lyrics take a darker turn, including references to the “homeless kids around the Christmas tree” and “traffic” (T is for “traffic, marami tayo nun”). The song goes on to reference the “mayors whom everyone is pissed” (M), and “buy our album so we can buy a car” (A). The song ends with the band promising not to sing the Christmas Alphabet again.
The song’s juxtaposition of joy and darkness highlights some of the realities of the holiday season, including issues of poverty and corruption, while still maintaining a sense of humor and whimsy. Eraserheads’ “Christmas Alphabet” reminds us that while the holidays may be filled with festive celebrations and abundant gifts, they are not without their flaws.
Line by Line Meaning
C is for the candy trimmed around the Christmas tree
C represents the sweet treats and decoration around the Christmas tree
H is for the happiness in all the family
H represents the joy and togetherness of family during the holidays
R is for the reindeer prancing by the window pane
R represents the playful and festive image of reindeer outside on a wintry night
I is for the icing on the cake as sweet as sugar cane
I represents the sugary goodness on top of holiday desserts
S is for the stocking on the chimney wall
S represents the traditional Christmas stocking hung by the chimney
T is for the toys beneath the tree so tall
T represents the presents and gifts beneath the towering Christmas tree
M is for the mistletoe where everyone is kissed
M represents the romantic tradition of kissing under the mistletoe
A is for the angels who make up the Christmas list
A represents the angelic image of those who compile wish lists and give gifts
S is for the Santa who makes every kid his friend
S represents the beloved figure of Santa Claus who brings joy to children all over the world
C is for the Conio kids around the Christmas tree
C now represents the rich and privileged spending the holidays with their families
H is for the homeless kids around the Christmas tree
H represents the tragic reality of those who are homeless and alone during the holidays
R is for the red tide, madami sa canteen
R represents the widespread occurrence of Red Tide contaminating the food supply during the holidays
I is for illegal, all year round as you can plainly see
I represents illegal activities that continue even during the holiday season
S is for the snow, wala noon dito
S represents the longing for the magical experience of snow during Christmas in a place where it doesn't usually snow
T is for the traffic, marami tayo nun
T represents the frustrating traffic that comes with travel during the holiday season
M is for the mayors whom everyone is pissed
M represents public figures who have wronged or angered the people, even during the holidays
A is for the ampons who makes up the concert list
A represents the people who receive favors or special treatment by being included in concert lineups
S is for the sweldo pambili ng regalo
S represents the need for holiday bonuses in order to afford gift-giving
C is for the fushcia car we all are asking of
C now represents a fanciful gift that many people might want but can't afford
H is for Eraserheads so please don’t ask us why
H is an inside joke or personal preference for the band Eraserheads
R is for the Aries that’s good enough for me
R represents a zodiac sign that the band members may find personally significant
I is for Eraserheads again, as sweet as sugar cane
I represents another mention of the band, likened to the sweetness of a popular holiday treat
S is for the santo on the chimney wall
S now represents the religious figurine often displayed in homes during Christmas time
T is for the tansan, may we have them all
T represents a lighthearted desire for soda caps, a popular children's item in the Philippines during the 1990s when this song was released
M is for the money, money, money, money, money
M now represents the desire for wealth and financial success in order to achieve holiday wishes
A is buy our album so we can buy a car
A now represents the band's desire for financial success and a way to achieve personal goals
S is for the story coz we don’t know how to rhyme
S represents a humorous acknowledgement of the band's inability to create rhyming lyrics
Contributed by Samantha V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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