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.

May Sumasayaw
Eraserheads Lyrics

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Naubos na sa iyak
Wala nang luhang papatak
May nakatago bang lihim
Ang mga kilos mo't tingin

Dapat bang umasa pa
Hindi sanay na mag-isa
Tapos na ba ang kanta

Ba't may sumasayaw pa

Nahihibang nagtataka
Nagtatanong meron pa ba
Naghihintay na dumating
Nananaginip ng gising

Dapat bang umasa pa
Hindi sanay na mag-isa
Tapos na ba ang kanta
Ba't may sumasayaw pa

Kahit na nasasaktan
Hindi pa rin mahindian
Kahit na nasasaktan
Hindi pa rin mahindian
Kahit na nasasaktan
Hindi pa rin mahindian
Kahit na nasasaktan
Hindi pa rin mahindian

Dapat bang umasa pa
Hindi sanay na mag-isa
Tapos na ba ang kanta

Ba't may tumutunog pang
Gitara

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "May Sumasayaw" by the Filipino band Eraserheads seem to be an introspective reflection on the aftermath of a failed relationship. The singer seems to be wallowing in sorrow, having cried so much that they have no more tears left to shed. However, they wonder if their ex-partner has a secret reason for their behavior and actions towards them. The singer is confused about whether they should hold out hope for a reconciliation or move on, as they are not accustomed to being alone.

The repetitive question of "Dapat bang umasa pa?" (Should I still hope?) seems to be the central theme of the song. The singer is wondering if it's worth holding out hope for something that may never materialize, or if it's time to move on and forget. Despite the pain and confusion, the singer is amazed at how things appear to continue around them, as if nothing has changed. The guitar riff that persists even at the end of the song is symbolic of this continuity, or perhaps a nod to the power of music to persist through heartache and loss.

Line by Line Meaning

Naubos na sa iyak
All my tears have been shed

Wala nang luhang papatak
There’s no more tears left to fall

May nakatago bang lihim
Is there a hidden secret

Ang mga kilos mo't tingin
In your actions and your gaze

Dapat bang umasa pa
Should I still hope

Hindi sanay na mag-isa
Not used to being alone

Tapos na ba ang kanta
Is the song over

Ba't may sumasayaw pa
Then why is someone still dancing

Nahihibang nagtataka
Confused and wondering

Nagtatanong meron pa ba
Asking if there’s still something left

Naghihintay na dumating
Waiting for something to arrive