After the release of two commercially successful major label albums, a chan… Read Full Bio ↴After the release of two commercially successful major label albums, a change in line-up, and a long hiatus from the mainstream circle, one would think that the band behind the hits Torete, Sulat, Sa Langit (now the theme music to Surf detergent) would rest on its laurels and comfort zones in terms of songwriting and playing. Moonstar88 defies this stereotyping with their latest album under Sony BMG.
Maychelle Baay (vocals/guitars); Herbert Hernandez (guitars); Paolo Bernaldo (bass); Bon Sundiang (drums) came up with a very apt title TODO COMBO! While most bands’ music grows but personally drifts apart, this group confesses that their journey together has grown further from being mere band members to a band fully-bonded by experiences on and off the road.

Four individuals with careers outside the band – the restaurateur and music video director Paolo, advertising guy Herbert; radio marketer Bon; and clinical researcher Maysh- has emerged with a fresh and positive spin to songs such as Tadhana, Can’t Stop, Migraine and their much-lauded version of APO classic Panalangin. Tracks such as Di Kasi, Late Ka Na Naman, Bintana, and their YANO remake – Senti, meanwhile, remain faithful to the band’s trademark sound.

Members

* Maychelle Baay (Lemon Tears) - vocals/guitars
* Paolo Bernaldo (Orphan Lily) - bass
* Bon Sundiang (Chocolate Beef) - drums
* Herbert Hernandez (Angel in Disguise) - guitars

Albums

* 2000-Popcorn (Alpha Records)
* 2002-Press to Play (Alpha Records)
* 2005-RoK On! Music Inspired By Ragnarok Online (collaboration)
* 2006-Kami nAPO Muna (collaboration)
* 2007-Todocombo (Sony/Bmg)

Sana Mali
Moonstar88 Lyrics

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Sana mali ako
Sana mali ako
Sana mali ako
Sana mali ako

Isa't kalahati kang nakakainis
Matagal ka na bang ganyan ba't di nagsabi
Ito naman akong tangang naniwala

Akala ko'y ikaw lang ay nagsawa

Na ako ay nagkukulang
Sa bawat oras na tayo't magkasama
Sa lambingan ibang-iba pa nung ako'y nililigawan

Ilang oras ng nakapikit dito
Di para matulog huwag makita ito
Mga bagay na napapansin sayo
Mga kilos mo sana mali ako

Isa't kalahati kang nakakainis
Istatwa ng pagkatao mo'y tabingi
Ako'y hindi kaagad natauhan
Gulat pa rin kahit inaasahan

Na ako ay nagkukulang
Sa bawat oras na tayo'y magkasama
Sa lambingan ibang-iba pa nung ako'y nililigawan

Ilang oras ng nakapikit dito
Di para matulog huwag makita ito
Mga bagay na napapansin sayo
Mga kilos mo sana mali ako

Lagi kang nandiyan pero di kita maramdaman
Lagi kang nandiyan pero di kita maramdaman
Lagi kang nandiyan pero di kita maramdaman

Ilang oras ng nakapikit dito
Di para matulog huwag makita ito
Mga bagay na napapansin sayo
Mga kilos mo sana mali ako

Sana mali ako (sana mali ako)
Sana mali ako
Sana mali ako (sana mali ako)
Sana mali ako

Sana mali ako (sana mali ako)
Sana mali ako

Sana mali ako (sana mali ako)
Sana mali ako

Overall Meaning

The song "Sana Mali" by Moonstar88 is a heart-wrenching and honest expression of regret and longing from a person who realizes their mistakes in a relationship. The repeated refrain "Sana mali ako" translates to "I wish I was wrong" and serves as both a plea for forgiveness and an admission of fault. The song reflects on the moments and behaviors that led to the singer's partner feeling ignored or unloved, and how they failed to recognize the significance of their actions until it was too late.

The verses describe the feelings of the singer towards their partner, who they find frustrating yet irresistible. The bridge expresses how the singer is always physically present but feels emotionally disconnected from their partner. The final repetition of "Sana mali ako" speaks to the singer's hope that they can turn back time and make things right. The song is a poignant reminder to cherish the people in our lives and to take responsibility for our actions in relationships.

Line by Line Meaning

Sana mali ako
The singer wishes that they are wrong about their doubts and insecurities regarding the person they are addressing.

Isa't kalahati kang nakakainis
The person being addressed is half-annoying, which the singer finds frustrating.

Matagal ka na bang ganyan ba't di nagsabi
The singer wonders why the person being addressed has been acting this way for so long without saying anything about it.

Ito naman akong tangang naniwala
The artist admits to being foolish for believing that everything was okay between them.

Akala ko'y ikaw lang ay nagsawa
The artist thought that only the person being addressed was getting tired of the relationship, but now it seems like they both are.

Na ako ay nagkukulang / Sa bawat oras na tayo't magkasama / Sa lambingan ibang-iba pa nung ako'y nililigawan
The singer feels like they are lacking and not doing enough to keep the love alive, especially compared to how sweet things were during the courting stage.

Ilang oras ng nakapikit dito / Di para matulog huwag makita ito / Mga bagay na napapansin sayo / Mga kilos mo sana mali ako
The singer has been lying with their eyes closed for hours, not sleeping, just noticing things about the person next to them and doubting their own perception of their behavior.

Istatwa ng pagkatao mo'y tabingi / Ako'y hindi kaagad natauhan / Gulat pa rin kahit inaasahan
The person being addressed seems to have a crooked personality, but the artist only realizes it now and is still shocked even though they should have seen it coming.

Lagi kang nandiyan pero di kita maramdaman
The artist acknowledges that the person being addressed is always there for them, but they are unable to feel their presence.

Sana mali ako
The artist reiterates their hope that they are wrong about everything they are feeling and observing about the person they are addressing.

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