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.
Torpedo
Eraserheads Lyrics
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Kung ako ay
Di na nagsasalita
Hindi ko kayang sabihin
Ang aking nadarama
Huwag mo na akong pilitin
Ako ay walang lakas ng loob
Walang dapat ipagtaka
Ako ay ipinanganak na torpe
Sa ayaw at hindi
Pasensya na
Kung ikaw ay naiinis
Ayoko na sanang
Pag-usapan pa
Kung gusto mo ay
Manood ka na lang ng sine
Di ba huwebes ngayon
Baka may bago nang palabas
Huwag mo na akong pilitin
Ako ay walang lakas ng loob
Para tumanggi
Walang dapat ipagtaka
Ako ay ipinanganak na torpe
Diyan sa tabi-tabi
Pasensya na
Kung ako ay naiiyak
Mababaw lang talaga ang luha ko
Di ko mapigil
Ang aking damdamin
Pwede bang umalis ka na
Tumutunog na ang beeper mo
Pasensya na ah ah
Dorotdotdo ah
The song "Torpedo" by Eraserheads talks about a person who cannot express their emotions to someone they have feelings for. The singer in the story is apologizing for their inability to articulate their emotions and expressing that they were born this way - a torpe. Torpe translates to shy or introverted in Filipino culture, but in the context of the song, it implies someone who is unable to express their feelings, particularly in romantic relationships. They are asking the person not to pressure them to express their emotions and to let them be. They suggest watching a movie instead of talking, and in the end, they ask the person to leave, crying because of their inability to express their emotions.
The song captures the feeling of being stuck in a loop of inarticulateness, unable to say what one feels, and the frustration of not being able to break out of it. The singer acknowledges their limitations and instead asks for space and understanding from the person they have feelings for. The song speaks to a widespread experience, particularly for introverts, who find it challenging to express their emotions, particularly in romantic relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Pasensya na
I'm sorry, please forgive me.
Kung ako ay Di na nagsasalita
If I'm not speaking anymore
Hindi ko kayang sabihin
I can't say it
Ang aking nadarama
What I'm feeling inside.
Huwag mo na akong pilitin
Don't force me
Ako ay walang lakas ng loob
I don't have the courage
Para tumanggi
To refuse
Walang dapat ipagtaka
There's no need to wonder
Ako ay ipinanganak na torpe
I was born shy.
Sa ayaw at hindi
Whether I want to or not.
Kung ikaw ay naiinis
If you're annoyed
Ayoko na sanang Pag-usapan pa
I don't want to talk about it anymore.
Kung gusto mo ay Manood ka na lang ng sine
If you want, just watch a movie.
Di ba huwebes ngayon Baka may bago nang palabas
Isn't it Thursday today? There might be a new movie showing.
Diyan sa tabi-tabi
Around here.
Kung ako ay naiiyak
If I'm crying
Mababaw lang talaga ang luha ko
My tears are just shallow, it doesn't take much to cry.
Di ko mapigil Ang aking damdamin
I can't control my emotions
Pwede bang umalis ka na
Can you leave now?
Tumutunog na ang beeper mo Pasensya na ah ah Dorotdotdo ah
Your beeper is already ringing. I'm sorry ah ah Dorotdotdo ah.
Lyrics Β© Royalty Network
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@theheartbreakkidchannel5900
Time just can't erase this band in our heads.
@boneappleteeth403
LMAO, ngl, this song is one of the most relatable songs. We indeed can't erase these from our heads just like how the radio on our head.
@funchannel9738
Superstar band of the 90's
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@emiljamesludana1291
One of my favorite π€
@Gengar2401
this song..describe one of my problem in love life..
@johnvincentmarcial6293
Same here :(
@silviadonna0131
laban lang πͺπΌ
@zhunbianmelbonghanoy1733
Me to brooh
@welovephilippineswithmylov5419
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@wannabehacked5836
Same broo