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.
Maling Akala
Eraserheads Lyrics
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Na ang misis ni kuwan ay madaling makakuha
Bago maniwala mag-isip-isip ka muna
Marami ang namamatay sa maling akala
Nung akoy musmos pa lamang ay takot sa multo
Nung akoy naging binata sa erpat ng syota ko
Ngayong may asawa at mayron ng pamilya
'Di mo na kailangang magalinlangan
Kung tama ang gagawin mo
Basta't huwag kalimutang magdahan-dahan
Kung 'di sigurado sa kalalabasan kalalabasan ng binabalak mo
Maliit na butas lumalaki konting gusot dumarami
Hindi mo maibabaon sa limot at bahala
Kapag nabulag ka ng maling akala
Nasa'n na ba ako
Kaninong kama 'to
Ilang ulit na bang nagigising sa ibang kwarto
Naglayas sa bahay akala madali ang buhay
Ngayon ay nagsisi dahil 'di nakapagtapos
'Di mo na kailangang magalinlangan
Kung tama ang gagawin mo
Basta't huwag kalimutang magdahan-dahan
Kung 'di sigurado sa kalalabasan kalalabasan ng binabalak mo
Maliit na butas lumalaki
Konting gusot dumadami
Hindi mo maibabaon sa limot at bahala
Kapag nabulag ka ng maling akala
Mga kumakalat na balita
Na ang kaligtasa'y madaling makuha
Bago maniwala mag-isip-isip ka muna
Marami ang namamatay sa maling akala (maliit na butas lumalaki)
Sa maling akala (unting gusot dumarami)
Sa maling akala (maliit na butas lumalaki)
Sa maling akala (unting gusot dumarami)
Sa maling akala (maliit na butas lumalaki)
Sa maling akala (unting gusot dumarami)
Oh yeah sa maling akala (maliit na butas lumalaki)
Sa maling akala (unting gusot dumarami)
Sa maling akala (maliit na butas lumalaki) sa maling akala
The song Maling Akala by the Filipino band Eraserheads features dark and introspective lyrics about the dangers of jumping to conclusions and making assumptions. The song opens with rumors about a woman known as "kuwan" being easy to get with, and cautions listeners to think twice before believing such hearsay. The lyrics go on to describe the various ways that false beliefs can ruin lives, from childhood fears of supernatural beings to suspicions about one's spouse.
The chorus emphasizes the importance of being careful and deliberate in one's actions, especially when unsure of the outcome. The metaphor of a small hole growing bigger and bigger, making more problems, is used to illustrate the dangers of ignorance and rash decisions. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus, warning listeners once again about the potential consequences of maling akala, or wrong assumptions.
Overall, Maling Akala is a powerful song that delves into the deep-seated fears and uncertainties that plague human existence. By examining the ways that false beliefs can harm individuals and society as a whole, the song urges listeners to be more mindful and cautious in their thinking and actions.
Line by Line Meaning
May mga kumakalat na balita
There are rumors spreading around
Na ang misis ni kuwan ay madaling makakuha
That the wife of that guy is easy to get
Bago maniwala mag-isip-isip ka muna
Before believing, think twice
Marami ang namamatay sa maling akala
A lot of people die because of wrong assumptions
Nung akoy musmos pa lamang ay takot sa multo
When I was still a child, I was afraid of ghosts
Nung akoy naging binata sa erpat ng syota ko
When I became a bachelor, with my girlfriend's father
Ngayong may asawa at mayron ng pamilya
Now that I have a wife and a family
Wala namang multo ngunit takot sa asawa ko
There are no ghosts, but I am afraid of my wife
'Di mo na kailangang magalinlangan
You don't need to doubt
Kung tama ang gagawin mo
If what you're doing is right
Basta't huwag kalimutang magdahan-dahan
Just don't forget to take it slow
Kung 'di sigurado sa kalalabasan kalalabasan ng binabalak mo
If you're unsure of the outcome of your plans
Maliit na butas lumalaki konting gusot dumarami
A small hole grows, a little crease multiplies
Hindi mo maibabaon sa limot at bahala
You can't bury it and forget it
Kapag nabulag ka ng maling akala
When you're blinded by wrong assumptions
Nasa'n na ba ako
Where am I?
Kaninong kama 'to
Whose bed is this?
Ilang ulit na bang nagigising sa ibang kwarto
How many times have I woken up in a different room?
Naglayas sa bahay akala madali ang buhay
I ran away from home thinking life is easy
Ngayon ay nagsisi dahil 'di nakapagtapos
Now I regret it because I didn't finish school
Mga kumakalat na balita
There are rumors spreading around
Na ang kaligtasan ay madaling makuha
That safety is easy to get
Bago maniwala mag-isip-isip ka muna
Before believing, think twice
Marami ang namamatay sa maling akala (maliit na butas lumalaki)
A lot of people die because of wrong assumptions (a small hole grows)
Sa maling akala (unting gusot dumarami)
In wrong assumptions (a little crease multiplies)
Sa maling akala (maliit na butas lumalaki)
In wrong assumptions (a small hole grows)
Sa maling akala (unting gusot dumarami)
In wrong assumptions (a little crease multiplies)
Sa maling akala (maliit na butas lumalaki)
In wrong assumptions (a small hole grows)
Sa maling akala (unting gusot dumarami)
In wrong assumptions (a little crease multiplies)
Oh yeah sa maling akala (maliit na butas lumalaki)
Oh yeah, in wrong assumptions (a small hole grows)
Sa maling akala (unting gusot dumarami)
In wrong assumptions (a little crease multiplies)
Sa maling akala (maliit na butas lumalaki)
In wrong assumptions (a small hole grows)
sa maling akala
in wrong assumptions
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