Erik's passion for singing started when he was still a kid in Malabon. Erik participated in numerous small-town singing competitions.
Erik became the wildcard entry to the Final 10 of Star in a Million. He had a good start in the contest but got eliminated during the third week of competitions, when it was still a part of the Sunday noontime variety show ASAP. Nevertheless, his second chance came and his rendition of R. Kelly's "I Believe I Can Fly", won him the 10th and final slot for the semi-finals round. Eventually he became one of the three grand finalists in the showdown for the title of Star in a Million. "This is the Moment", a song from the musical Jekyll and Hyde, popularized by Martin Nievera, won him the title.
Now, with record-breaking chart-toppers from his Platinum debut album (his first single Pagbigyang Muli has stayed on the #1 spot of WRR's hit chart for more than 20 weeks, along with his other songs filling up the charts simultaneously), sold-out concerts and a demand for corporate shows, accolades from Awit Awards, Star Awards and Aliw Awards, endorsements for a bank (Bank of the Philippine Island's Express Remit), theme songs for radio stations, and even movies, Erik has earned mainstream popularity.
Ngayong PAsko
Erik Santos Lyrics
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Ang tanging panahon
Tuwing naaalala ko ang nakaraan
Kay sarap ngang balikan
Subalit di ko mapigilang
Lumuha sa lahat ng ating nakaraan
Ngayong Pasko'y sumapit na naman
Pag-ibig mo na hanap ko
Sana'y muling mabalikan
Mga araw na tayo ay magkasama pa
Lalo na nga sa araw ng Pasko
Heto na naman
Kay lamig na ng hangin
Naaalalang yakap mo't
Mga halik sa akin
Kay sarap ngang balikan ang nakaraan
Kahit pa nasasaktan muli't muling babalikan
Ngayong Pasko'y sumapit na naman
Muling mag-iisa't mangungulila sa
Pag-ibig mo na hanap ko
Sana'y muling mabalikan
Mga araw na tayo ay magkasama pa
Lalo na nga sa araw ng Pasko
Lahat ay aking gagawin para lang sa 'yo
Hahanapin ko ang pag-ibig mo
Ngayong Pasko'y sumapit na naman
Muling mag-iisa't mangungulila sa
Pag-ibig mo na hanap ko
Sana'y muling mabalikan
Mga araw na tayo ay magkasama pa
Lalo na nga sa araw ng Pasko
Lalo na nga sa araw ng Pasko
In the song "Ngayong Pasko" by Erik Santos, the lyrics reflect the nostalgic and longing feelings that often come with the holiday season. The singer starts by reminiscing about the past, acknowledging that the holidays bring back memories that are both sweet and painful. The mention of tears shed for the past signifies the emotional weight and complexity of looking back at moments shared with a loved one.
As the chorus repeats the phrase "Ngayong Pasko'y sumapit na naman" (Now that Christmas is here once again), it emphasizes the recurring nature of this longing and loneliness that comes with the holiday season. The singer expresses a yearning for a lost love, hoping to rekindle what was once shared during past Christmases. The lyrics convey a sense of solitude and wistfulness, as the singer finds themselves alone and missing the presence of the person they once cherished.
The verses paint a picture of the cold winter air, invoking memories of warm embraces and tender kisses shared with the loved one who is no longer by their side. Despite the pain of revisiting these memories, there is a bittersweet comfort in reliving those moments of love and connection. The singer acknowledges the hurt that comes with revisiting the past but is willing to endure it for the sake of holding onto the love that was once cherished.
The repetition of the chorus underscores the singer's plea for a chance to reunite with their lost love, emphasizing the desire to make new memories together and relive the joy of being together during the holiday season. The final line, "Lahat ay aking gagawin para lang sa 'yo, Hahanapin ko ang pag-ibig mo" (I will do everything for you, I will search for your love), encapsulates the singer's unwavering commitment to finding their way back to the one they love. The song captures the essence of longing, hope, and the enduring power of love, especially during the Christmas season.
Line by Line Meaning
Heto na naman
Once again, here it comes
Ang tanging panahon
The only time
Tuwing naaalala ko ang nakaraan
Every time I remember the past
Kay sarap ngang balikan
It's so nice to look back
Subalit di ko mapigilang
But I can't stop
Lumuha sa lahat ng ating nakaraan
Crying over all our past
Ngayong Pasko'y sumapit na naman
Now that Christmas has come again
Muling mag-iisa't mangungulila sa
Alone again and longing for
Pag-ibig mo na hanap ko
The love I am searching for
Sana'y muling mabalikan
I hope to revisit
Mga araw na tayo ay magkasama pa
The days when we were still together
Lalo na nga sa araw ng Pasko
Even more so on Christmas day
Heto na naman
Once again, here it comes
Kay lamig na ng hangin
The coldness of the wind
Naaalalang yakap mo't
Remembering your embrace
Mga halik sa akin
Your kisses on me
Kay sarap ngang balikan ang nakaraan
It's so nice to look back on the past
Kahit pa nasasaktan muli't muling babalikan
Even though it hurts, I will return again
Lahat ay aking gagawin para lang sa 'yo
I will do everything just for you
Hahanapin ko ang pag-ibig mo
I will search for your love
Lalo na nga sa araw ng Pasko
Even more so on Christmas day
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
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PLUVIOPHILE KR
Pasko na naman ngunit wala ka pa
Hanggang kailan kaya ako maghihintay sayo
Bakit ba naman kailangang lumisan pa
Ang tanging hangad ko lang ay makapiling ka
REFRAIN:
Sana ngayong Pasko ay maalala mo pa rin ako
Hinahanap-hanap pag-ibig mo
At kahit wala ka na
Nangangarap at umaasa pa rin ako
Muling makita ka at makasama ka
Sa araw ng Pasko...
REFRAIN:
Sana ngayong Pasko ay maalala mo pa rin ako
Hinahanap-hanap pag-ibig mo
At kahit wala ka na
Nangangarap at umaasa pa rin ako
Muling makita ka at makasama ka
Sa araw ng Pasko...
Ariel Miao
sa lahat ata ng christmas songs,itong kantang to ang may pinakamaraming versions... Ariel, Lea, Erik, Jovit, Sarah sino pa baka may na miss pa ako... pero kay Erik pinakagusto ko...
anmei cheng
may moira version na haha
Nandy Dacoycoy
Very sad song 💔😢 yet it delivers a message that there's always hope and new beginning . I love the cover 😍❤️ Erik santos very emotional
Roseulo Dagasdas
naku i could really relate to this song especially when Erik revives it with a heart warming touch....=(
Marilyn Espinosa
very great song..i always relate the song,,actually every xmas in my life! :)
Ronnel cabello
i love this song...keep it up idol erik..... and dedicated this song to rachel
Dinmark84
galing talaga ni erik great voice
PLUVIOPHILE KR
Pasko na naman ngunit wala ka pa
Hanggang kailan kaya ako maghihintay sayo
Bakit ba naman kailangang lumisan pa
Ang tanging hangad ko lang ay makapiling ka
REFRAIN:
Sana ngayong Pasko ay maalala mo pa rin ako
Hinahanap-hanap pag-ibig mo
At kahit wala ka na
Nangangarap at umaasa pa rin ako
Muling makita ka at makasama ka
Sa araw ng Pasko...
REFRAIN:
Sana ngayong Pasko ay maalala mo pa rin ako
Hinahanap-hanap pag-ibig mo
At kahit wala ka na
Nangangarap at umaasa pa rin ako
Muling makita ka at makasama ka
Sa araw ng Pasko...
Eugene Bustamante
being here in norway with my boyfriend is so sad without my family on christmas but i am happy to support them 😥🌺
Marivic Ronquillo
the saddest song ever..but still my favorite christmas song