Fronted by four-time Palanca Award-winning writer Lourd De Veyra with alumni from the UP College of Music completing the 8-piece ensemble, this group made waves with their 2000-released self-titled debut album which spawned the hit Gusto Ko ng Baboy. Their recently released 2nd album Urban Gulaman under independent label Terno Recordings jumped to Tower Tecords' list of top-sellers in its first week out in the market and includes the track Astro, winner of MTV's most stylish video award and NU Rock Awards' Rock Video of the Year.
Their third album entitled "Tangina Mo Andaming Nagugutom Sa Mundo Fashionista Ka Pa Rin" was released in early 2007 under Terno Recordings. The group claims that despite what the album title states, they hold no grudges against the so-called fashionistas.
Alcohol
Radioactive Sago Project Lyrics
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Hoy pare, dahan-dahan lang muntik ka nang mahulog
May taong bumubulong, meron ding sumisigaw
Meron ding nag-iingles na parang kanong hilaw
Bigla na lang natutulala, umiiyak, tumatawa
Meron ding nagnanakaw at nawawalan ng pera
Sumusuray pag lumalaka, nadadapa, nauuntog
May taong pagalas na parang luko-luko
Kung saan ka man abutin, pare ko tandaan mo lang
CR mo ang buong mundo
Alkohol, alkohol, utak mo'y buhol-buhol
Alkohol, alkohol, utak mo'y buhol-buhol
Alkohol, alkohol, utak mo'y buhol-buhol
Alkohol, alkohol, utak mo'y buhol-buhol
Alkohol, alkohol, alkohol
'Di mapigil ang bibig, pati sikreto nasasabi
Nasusuka, kumakanta, napa-praning sa isang tabi
"Kaya ko pa," 'yan ang laging sagot niya
Nananaginip ng gising pumupungay ang mata
Konting alak nalulunod, lumalakas ang loob
Umeekis, gumagapang, sumusubsob
Labo-labo, sari-sari may naghahanap ng away
Binabangungot ng gising meron ding namamatay
Lumiliwanag, dumidilim, bumabait, tumatapang
Umiikot ang tingin, utak mo ay kinakalawang, pare ko
Alkohol, alkohol, utak mo'y buhol-buhol
Alkohol, alkohol, utak mo'y buhol-buhol
Alkohol, alkohol, utak mo'y buhol-buhol
Alkohol, alkohol, utak mo'y buhol-buhol
Alkohol, alkohol, alkohol alak pa!
Sumusuray 'pag lumakad, nadadapa, nauuntog
'Pag dinalaw ng antok kahit saan natutulog
Bukas may hangover ka pa, pare ko, masakit ang ulo mo
Putang-ina! Paano ba ako nakauwi?
Shet kailangan ko ng yelo!
Shet kailangan ko na ng yelo!
Putang-ina! Kailangan ko na talaga ng yelo
Kailangan ng yelo
Masakit na ang ulo ko, paano ba ako nakauwi
Putang-inang 'yan
Shet kailangan ko na ng yelo masakit ang ulo ko
Kailangan ko ng...
Kailangan ko ng...
Kailangan ko ng...
Alkohol, alkohol, utak mo'y buhol-buhol
Alkohol, alkohol, utak mo'y buhol-buhol
Alkohol, alkohol, utak mo'y buhol-buhol
Alkohol, alkohol, utak mo'y buhol-buhol
Alkohol, alkohol, utak mo'y buhol-buhol...
Alkohol, alkohol, alkohol...
The song "Alcohol" by Radioactive Sago Project is an upbeat and tongue-in-cheek commentary on the effects of alcohol on the human body and mind. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of drinkers who are unable to control their movements and emotions, slurring their words, and losing their sense of direction. The song uses humor and hyperbole to depict these drinkers as out of control and incoherent, with their brains becoming "buhol-buhol" or "tangled" as a result of their excessive drinking.
The song's chorus, which repeatedly chants "Alkohol, alkohol, utak mo'y buhol-buhol" (Alcohol, alcohol, your brain is tangled), serves as a warning against the dangers of drinking too much. The lyrics also touch on some of the more extreme consequences of alcohol abuse, such as vomiting, hallucinations, and blackouts. Despite this, the song remains upbeat and purposely silly, perhaps indicating that the band may not be entirely serious in decrying the effects of alcohol.
Interestingly, the song's use of Filipino language and culture has made it a hit among Filipino audiences, with the lyrics employing colloquial expressions and humor that are easily understood by Filipino drinkers. The song has become an anthem of sorts for Filipino drinkers, with its catchy tune and humorous lyrics serving as a refrain for those who have had one drink too many.
Line by Line Meaning
'Di mapigil paggalaw, nagwawala, nagdadabog
Uncontrollable movements, outbursts, and tantrums
Hoy pare, dahan-dahan lang muntik ka nang mahulog
Be careful, you almost fell
May taong bumubulong, meron ding sumisigaw
Some people whisper, others shout
Meron ding nag-iingles na parang kanong hilaw
Some speak English like they're greenhorns
Bigla na lang natutulala, umiiyak, tumatawa
Suddenly goes blank, cries, laughs
Meron ding nagnanakaw at nawawalan ng pera
Some steal and lose money
Sumusuray pag lumalaka, nadadapa, nauuntog
Stumbles when excited, falls, gets hit
'Pag dinalaw ng antok, kahit saan natutulog
When visited by sleep, falls asleep anywhere
May taong pagalas na parang luko-luko
Some act crazy like they're insane
Kung saan ka man abutin, pare ko tandaan mo lang
Wherever you end up, just remember
CR mo ang buong mundo
The whole world is your restroom
Alkohol, alkohol, utak mo'y buhol-buhol
Alcohol, alcohol, your brain is scrambled
Di mapigil ang bibig, pati sikreto nasasabi
Mouth can't be controlled, even secrets are revealed
Nasusuka, kumakanta, napa-praning sa isang tabi
Vomits, sings, gets paranoid on the side
"Kaya ko pa," 'yan ang laging sagot niya
"I can still handle it," that's always their response
Nananaginip ng gising pumupungay ang mata
Eyes turn red, dreams while awake
Konting alak nalulunod, lumalakas ang loob
A little alcohol sinks in, courage increases
Umeekis, gumagapang, sumusubsob
Crawls, inches, and falls down
Labo-labo, sari-sari may naghahanap ng away
Confused, mixed up, some looking for a fight
Binabangungot ng gising meron ding namamatay
Some have nightmares while awake, some die
Lumiliwanag, dumidilim, bumabait, tumatapang
Brightens, darkens, becomes kind, becomes bold
Umiikot ang tingin, utak mo ay kinakalawang, pare ko
Eyes wander, your brain is rusting, my friend
Sumusuray 'pag lumakad, nadadapa, nauuntog
Stumbles when walking, falls, gets hit
Bukas may hangover ka pa, pare ko, masakit ang ulo mo
You'll have a hangover tomorrow, my friend, your head will hurt
Putang-ina! Paano ba ako nakauwi?
Son of a bitch! How did I get home?
Shet kailangan ko ng yelo!
Shit I need ice!
Alkohol, alkohol, alkohol...
Alcohol, alcohol, alcohol...
Contributed by Mateo V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.