Reese Lansangan is an independent pop-folk singer-songwriter, visual artist… Read Full Bio ↴Reese Lansangan is an independent pop-folk singer-songwriter, visual artist, author, and multi-awarded creative from Manila.

A trailblazer in the Philippine indie scene, Reese has brought her music to international shores like Japan, Singapore, New Zealand, and the USA. “A Song About Space” from her debut album “Arigato, Internet!” was chosen by NASA for their historic #LaunchAmerica campaign videos.

In 2018, she opened for Paramore's Tour Four and garnered praise from frontwoman Hayley Williams. She also opened for Oh Wonder’s Ultralife Tour in Manila, and has shared the stage with artists such as The Temper Trap, LANY, Purity Ring and Explosions in the Sky.

She takes slices of life and spin them into head-bopping melodies and heartwarming confessionals. With her signature wit and vocal looping prowess, Reese commands the stage and connects with people who appreciate general weirdness, injected into pop earworms.

In May 2021, she released her highly anticipated sophomore album, Time Well Spent.

Wildwood
Reese Lansangan Lyrics

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I've got a roof
Over my head,
I've got a warm
Blanket on my bed
I've got a map across the road,
I'll see my destiny unfurl for me
I've got the sturdy
Soles of my shoes

The world to gain,
Nothing to lose (yeah)
I've got my dollars and my dreams
They say I'm small,
And so it seems
But I am free

And all I need
Is all that I'll take
All I need
Is water from the purest lakes
The gentle winds,
A loaf of bread to break
And I know I'm happy now

I've got my chair
Out by the lawn
Some books to read
Until the dawn
Come swing by-I've got paper
I've got pens to write with
Every now and then
Oh I am free

I redraw the lines
That make up me
The many branches
Of our family tree
I'll wear my mother like a badge
Declare my bloodline
From Cornwall to Calgary

And all I need
Is all that I'll take
All I need
Is water from the purest lakes
The gentle winds,
A loaf of bread to break
And I know I'm happy now

All I need
All I need is you
All I need
All I need is right here
All I need
All I need is right here now
All I need (All I need)
All I need is you
All I need (All I need)
All I need is right here
All i need (need)
All i need is right here now

And all I need
Is all that I'll take
All I need
Is water from the purest lakes
The gentle winds,
A loaf of bread to break
And I know I'm happy now

And I know I'm happy

Know I'm happy
Know I'm happy now

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Reese Lansangan's Wildwood speak of a person who finds contentment in the simple things in life. The song starts off by describing the comfortable and secure living conditions of the person, but then, instead of accumulating more material possessions, the person declares that they only need the necessary things in life to be happy - pure water, gentle winds, and a loaf of bread to break. The song then proceeds to highlight the importance of family and heritage, as the person draws strength from their roots, proclaiming their identity from their mother's lineage from Cornwall to Calgary.

The metaphor of Wildwood is significant in this song. The wildwood symbolizes the person's state of mind and how it is more important than material possessions. It is a place where the person can be free and find contentment. The song takes us on a journey where the person is relishing in the simplest things in life that provide happiness, and as the song progresses, the person realizes that all they need is the presence of the people they love.

Overall, Wildwood is a reminder that material possessions are fleeting and finding contentment in the simplest things is what truly matters in life.

Line by Line Meaning

I've got a roof
I am grateful for having a shelter above my head

Over my head,
Above my head, I have a solid roof that protects me from the elements

I've got a warm
I am blessed with a comforting

Blanket on my bed
I have a cozy blanket on my bed that keeps me warm at night

I've got a map across the road,
I have the curiosity to explore, and I can navigate my way through life with a map

I'll see my destiny unfurl for me
I am excited to discover what my future holds

I've got the sturdy
My shoes are sturdy and dependable

Soles of my shoes
The bottom of my shoes provides me with the foundation to walk and explore the world

The world to gain,
I have the ambition to achieve and gain experiences from the world

Nothing to lose (yeah)
I am not afraid of taking risks since I have nothing to lose

I've got my dollars and my dreams
I have the resources and aspirations to pursue my dreams

They say I'm small,
Others may perceive me as insignificant due to my size or personality

And so it seems
It appears that way, but I have many strengths and capabilities

But I am free
Despite any limitations, I am free to live my life the way I choose

And all I need
What truly matters to me is

Is all that I'll take
I do not need excessive material things to be content

Is water from the purest lakes
I desire purity and simplicity in my life

The gentle winds,
I appreciate the soothing nature of gentle breezes

A loaf of bread to break
Sharing a simple meal with loved ones is a source of joy for me

And I know I'm happy now
I am content in this moment and do not need anything else to feel happy

I've got my chair
I have a seat to rest in and enjoy the outdoors

Out by the lawn
My chair is placed in the grassy area outside my home

Some books to read
I have the gift of literature to explore and enjoy

Until the dawn
I can stay up as late as I wish to read without any obligations

Come swing by-I've got paper
I have paper and a desire to connect with others

I've got pens to write with
I possess the tools necessary to express my thoughts and ideas

Every now and then
Occasionally, I like to reach out and interact with others

Oh I am free
I have the freedom to connect with others and express myself creatively

I redraw the lines
I am redefining what defines me

That make up me
The qualities and experiences that constitute my identity

The many branches
The various aspects of my family history and culture

Of our family tree
The connections and lineage that shape who I am

I'll wear my mother like a badge
I am proud of the influence my mother has had in my life

Declare my bloodline
I am proud of my family heritage and history

From Cornwall to Calgary
My family's heritage extends from Cornwall to Calgary

All I need is you
You are the most important thing to me

All I need is right here
I am content with the present moment and do not need any more

All i need is right here now
I am grateful for this moment and do not need anything else

Know I'm happy
I am sure of my contentment and satisfaction in life

Now
In this moment, I am truly happy

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@sharmaineo.8150

4y↑28

I kept scrolling throught the comments while the song was playing and when I got to the last comment I was like--- bakit walang lyrics???

Okay now here it is

I've got a roof
Over my head,
I've got a warm
Blanket on my bed
I've got a map across the road,
I'll see my destiny unfurl for me
I've got the sturdy
Soles of my shoes
The world to gain,
Nothing to lose (yeah)
I've got my dollars and my dreams
They say I'm small,
And so it seems
But I am free

And all I need
Is all that I'll take
All I need
Is water from the purest lakes
The gentle winds,
A loaf of bread to break
And I know I'm happy now

I've got my chair
Out by the lawn
Some books to read
Until the dawn
Come swing by-I've got paper
I've got pens to write with
Every now and then
Oh I am free

I redraw the lines
That make up me
The many branches
Of our family tree
I'll wear my mother like a badge
Declare my bloodline
From Cornwall to Calgary

And all I need
Is all that I'll take
All I need
Is water from the purest lakes
The gentle winds,
A loaf of bread to break
And I know I'm happy now

All I need
All I need is you
All I need
All I need is right here
All I need
All I need is right here now
All I need (All I need)
All I need is you
All I need (All I need)
All I need is right here
All i need (need)
All i need is right here now

And all I need
Is all that I'll take
All I need
Is water from the purest lakes
The gentle winds,
A loaf of bread to break
And I know I'm happy now

And I know I'm happy
Know I'm happy
Know I'm happy now

All comments from YouTube:

@Jeanne0105beatrisse

4y↑260

I cried on the scene when she saw her guitar sitting on the other end of ribbon. Life gets so confusing and complicated sometimes, we forget about how the simplest of things can spark pure joy and satisfaction in us.

This made me appreciate where I am and what I have now so thank you, Reese! 🍃

@louera

4y↑2

Kimberly Hazel Lazatin Yes! Indeed 😌

@xiaodre8847

4y↑1

Absolutely correct simple things make people happy❤️❤️❤️

@clarabeninmusic

4y↑179

Thank you for writing this song 😭😭😭

@denissetantiangco841

4y↑1

❤❤❤❤

@denissetantiangco841

4y↑4

I love you both, Reese and Clara!

@hyacinthhyacinth5443

4y↑4

Ooahh Clara Benin, Im a fan of your song and voice and also reese. When I was in college, me and my friends made a cover of Wine and Fighting is over( Clara benins ver) and somehow uploaded it on Fb. IM A FAN OF YOUR SOOTHING AND RELAXING VOICE.Guess my time to ask my friend to make a cover of this song too. Yiie

@christellaannevega3241

4y↑131

"How much glitters are you gonna use for this m/v?"
reese: yes

@krystalc120

4y↑66

Wildwood is a reminder that we need to let go of all our worries and to live in the moment with bliss. The song is teaching us to appreciate every moment because the future is not certain. Good example of living the now. Thank you for this masterpiece, Reese! ❤️

@nimphea

4y↑132

Listening to Reese is like a warm familiar feeling like someone you've always known your entire life.

@aintokazi8397

Yeeeeees

@thehowsofkate7831

2y↑1

agreeeee!

@kj7075

4y↑28

“Some books to read...”

Cue in ad for Reese Ring of Readers 😂

@acevalenzuela3803

4y↑42

Reese looks a character from Steven Universe :">

@therandompotato8252

4y↑58

This is definitely my happy song. This song has become my anthem of appreciation with everything I have since we parted ways of the person I loved years back. This song helped me to realize that I have everything that I need, my family, the love they are giving me, my friends and most importantly myself. Thank you Reese for this art. You will always have my support. ❤️

@deaatienza4610

4y↑32

2:44 buti di natakot si Reese 🤣 This song is so beautiful, this is my second favorite (Code of Kin is my ultimate favorite 😍) Sa panahon ngayon, dahil sa social media, sa mga nakikita nating naachieve ng iba or nabibili, or kung anong meron sila, naooverlook naten yung mga bagay na meron tayo, na sobrang blessed pala natin dahil lahat ng bagay na kailangan natin is binibigay ni God and yun yung mahalaga 💖

@desireebacani5541

4y↑21

"All I need. All I need is you..." Then she saw her guitar!!! WHO IS SCREAMING "awwwwwwe" with me? This is so touching, Reese. I love the part wherein you are playing your guitar at the end singing "And I know I'm happy. Know I'm happy. Know I'm happy now. " huhuhuuu HOPE YOU REALLY DO, REESE! HUUUUGS! 😭🤗

@justpotreesha437

4y↑22

Reese is in a relationship with her music. And she is happy. Angandaa ng twist.

@Ultraelectromagnetic

4y↑25

Faveeee! This song always reminds me of the times I'm on the summit of a mountain, catching my breath and catching a view after a long hike. It's the best feeling in the world, and when I hear this song I can almost feel myself back up there.

@aoui9924

4y↑32

The music video gives me Exploration No. 5 vibes, and i aint complaining. Good craft, ate Reese!

@louiepaton-og8471

4y↑23

Wildwood has become the song that i run to when things in my life feel shaky. it keeps me grounded and reminds me to look at the beauty of the here and the now 💖 thank you for another gem today, Ms. Reese!!!

@waterlemon9838

4y↑23

This is my favorite song of yours because it has the purest meaning ✨ being thankful for everything one has ✨

@johnkire262

4y↑5

Reese so aesthetic🥰❤️ exploration no.5 and opportunity to go to the moon is my Fav. and this one is So good too. I really love all your song reese, and ilove you, ありがとう🥰😘❤️

@dazeberry8522

4y↑18

I ALMOST CRIED AAAAHHH ESP NUNG NAREVEAL KUNG ANO YUNG NASA END OF THE RIBBON 😭 SO HEARTWARMING 🧡🧡🧡 THANKYOOU REESEYPEASY 🧡

@clydecledera2793

4y↑4

Been years since this song actually came out and it feels and sounds super refreshing.

We need an official music video for Machines and Men, please!

@imgc111

4y↑9

I’m really stressed today and this helped me a lot

@kiellelim

4y↑2

I feel the Exploration No.5 vibes in this mv! Amazing talaga kapag si Reese and si GeloYellow yung magcocollab for mv! 😍❤

@bbrstrc

4y↑3

AAAAA I remember the times I only imagined scenes in my head and now it's here 🥺

@jairyce

4y↑2

I love it so much when the ribbon lead to the guitar. The feels. Music is a safe space.

@jonahdlcng

4y↑3

been listening to your songs rn, and it's like my runaway. nakakaiyak. everytime nawawalan ako ng gana sa buhay, your music soothes and comforts me. salamat, ate reese. keep making more songs! ILYSM!!!! :(

@DanniseGalon

4y↑4

Finally. This is my favorite from Of Sound Mind and Memory ✨

@mikkoangeloagas4349

4y↑3

how to end the week in a good note:

@rovicsollano9639

4y↑1

This music video makes the song better

@yooni5887

4y↑2

honestly in love with the guitar at the end of the ribbon 🥺💗

@ryriceaaa

4y↑4

let's all give appreciation to our kween/ate for posting a LOT of videos these past few days and especially, for this simple yet wholesome mv of wildwood. (yAAAAAY) 2/3 of my favorite and special songs (st. petersburg and wildwood) have their own mvs and i'm hapi huhu. tenderfoot is the third one. thanks for this one ate, labyo po.

@micamarieabesamis

4y↑1

Can't believe this was shot using a phone???? Always a fan of your music and creative direction!!!

@Gelineyeah

4y↑1

Her performance of this song on karpos live was so pure and made me want to 😭

@kylacarcellar9200

4y↑1

Neri's not so secret secret garden!!!!!!!!!

@clairdelune6638

4y↑4

Love this song from the EP! Such a refresher after a sad song for the fickle, thank you for sharing your music, Reese! Love you always.

@yanchily

You do not need someone to make you happy.. all you have to do is go back the 1st thing that you love.. either creating music or arts.. it what will make you genuinely happy

@nicolemilitar8337

4y↑2

I love how Ate Reese's songs and videos calm me whenever I'm stress. I usually cry my eyes out to destress myself but for the past few months, after I discovered her, listening to her songs is one of my avenues now to fight stress. I love you. 💓

@sharmaineo.8150

4y↑28

@crystalshining6062

Thank you poooooo

@mieeejaaa

4y↑4

My favorite song!! Always beautiful, visually and through words. 💜 You put so much love and effort into your craft. Thank you Ate Reese. 🥰

@doggfatherJ

4y↑1

Wow! Every shot every scene AMAZING!!!...but i must say my favorite is the pull back shot at the end with you in the corner of the stage just playing/having fun with the fantastic view behind you.

@maryjane-ys8lo

THE UNIFORM IS SO NOSTALGIC IT TOOK ME BACK TO 7th GRADE WHEN I FIRST MET REESE HUHUHU ARIGATO INTERNET VIBES

@caitlingochuico900

4y↑1

I love how it a song that appreciates the little and simple things in life, things we often take advantage of. It’s a perfect song as a decade ends. It Makes you reflect on what you have and be happy and be contented. ❤️

@moki2003

Pubalik agad ako dahil sa behind the scenes

@mieeejaaa

4y↑1

All I need is all that I will take.
Contentment. 💜

@jerhernandez7510

When she finally reached the other end of the ribbon: And I know, I'm happy now. ❤️❤️❤️

@leius9939

4y↑2

OMG IM SOBBING. THIS IS ONE OF FAV SONGS OF ALL TIME 😭😭😭😭

@shanventula

4y↑1

NASHOOKT AKO NA PHONE CAMERA LANG TO WOWEI 😳😳😳

@clyde4874

Nagsusulat ako ng nobela title wildwood at dahil yun sa kantang ito.

@jaymelnicomedez7049

4y↑1

Uggghhh... Relief from a tiring day. Iloveyou, Reese!

@nephii1550

It's like "I already found myself"

@rodaxel7165

4y↑1

This puts a smile on my face. 😊 Thanks Ms. Reese Lansangan. Glitters!

@TheTrueEdgeMan

4y↑1

I WAS TRYING TO HOLD THE "LIKE" BUTTON ON YOUTUBE KASI GUSTO KO MAGREACT NG "HEART" TAPOS NAALALA KO YOUTUBE PALA 'TO. ANYWAY, LOVELY! SOBRANG AESTHETICALLY PLEASING NG MGA VIDEOS MO MS. REESE. <3

@hanneejane6885

4y↑4

I'VE ALWAYS LOVED YOUR MUSIC VIDEOS. EVERYTHING IS SO AESTHETIC 🧡✨

@jairyce

your top fit here looks like my high school uniform, which adds up to the youthful, calming and nostalgic vibe of this music video. it brings back so many memories huhu <3

@nazzie_rmn

Yeyyy

@kyarchu

yeeessssss

@avegailobenza3081

Nostalgic 💜✨

@aljandeleon2468

4y↑1

Q : What kind of aesthetics you're into.
Me: Reese Lansangan

@jackbihay-yw5ne

Hi reese, been always a fan of yours before time began chars, I always love your music and your writings. It boosts my mood and also I can feel and relate to it, always! I don't know but there's always something magical in your songs Well, not that I'm dreamy but I'm always looking up to when I can meet you chars hahaha sobra na po hahaha Continue inspiring others and Thank you for being an inspiration and thank you for saving me, your songs says to me that not to give on life. Luvyualways! Charss thank you po

@karlvergelvaldez9140

Reese. 😍

@charrr7136

3y↑1

I hope you can make more motivational/inspiring songs like this💖✨

@michaellabarrientos3907

4y↑1

This video need a billion viewers!!
You’re underrated but still I love you😘

@itsydimpsy

i lov u reese :(

@moniqueganzon9820

arigato, reesey! 💕

@matsupnad1127

Ate reese as an indie girl still inspires me up until now. Popular or not, you are really a big(someone na titingalain) person and one of successful person I've ever known. You are really happy now and Indeed. And I'm wishing someday to be like you po, hope I can reach my dreams po like you, even if there's a lot of things that makes me down to get through on the industry you also belong, seeing works and artist including you makes me spirited somehow. Will support you always ate reesy

@ramgonz1005

why so cute Reese 😭😍😍😍

@alexandranicoleleano8106

goosebumps when I saw that at the end of the ribbon was her guitar. I really love your dedication for music Reese. I love you 💕

@sherwingalang9181

im too simple... I see reese's videos, I like it

@freya1980

Solid reese! Iloveyou 😘 haha.

@frances9896

4y↑1

Aesthetic kween💖

@shimeirosemasibag156

Ba't ngayon lang kita nakitaaa? 😩
Glad youtube recommend this to me. 😍 I lovee thisss sobra!

@dovelynight

i have to thank spotify for introducing me to your music with a song about space. ur voice is gorgeous and the songs are not only beautiful in sound but also meaning. music is one of the things that makes me happy as i suffer from anxiety and mild depression so i feel like i can relate. this video is so well made and i love this. please continue making msuic, i love you and your stuff so much

@xae5341

4y↑1

I've never felt this feeling in a long time❤

@pamelalouise7117

It's so nice huhu 💗💗💗

@hyeyoon621

did a great job at directing ate ❣️

@giannamarinela

I LOVEEEEE YOUUU 😭💖

@gianramos5001

yaaaasssss queen

@enticemontefalco1563

Di ako maka-move on kasi favorite ko talaga 'to next to For the Fickle!!! Huhuhuhu

@enticemontefalco1563

NAIIYAK PA RIN AKO HAHA NEVER FAILS TO MAKE ME EMOTIONAL AND I DONT EVEN KNOW WHY.

LOVE YOU, REESE 😭😭😭 HOPE YOU SING THIS TO YOUR NEXT GIG 💖💖💖

@absolutelynutty1278

Just beautiful!

@HazelFaith

BEAUTIFUL.

@paderdanjules6715

WHAAAAA I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS ALL DAY!!!

@ruthcaidic6584

#chillvibes 💙

@elfie327

4y↑1

My heaaaaaart 😭 I criiii with you while playing this in Karpos live 💖💖💖

@evermoresheeran

Grabe we waited so long for this! 😭

@sydneyjordan1300

yesss

@mary-di4vu

just want to tell you how aesthetic you are

@jasmineconcepcion2754

Reese’s song always feel like home. I love you, please continue making music.

@sykensy

Im into rock and metal song but when i heard ate reese songs it kinda hit me in the head and it was like i wanna listen to this kind of music. Ate reese you made me end up listening to you thank you

@gabbycalara

4y↑2

this song makes me feel so nostalgic everytime i hear it ahhh i love how u shot this in tagaytay, i went there often when i still lived in the ph. this was beautifully made! im impressed with the quality omg

@Z.Alfonie

Watching ate reese linsangan inspires alot of people ♥️♥️♥️
From her fans all over the world but also the song writers who wanted to be like her 😭😭 atee reese I've watched you eversince you started on myx you're so amazing 🌄 you always give that happy go lucky vibes but also chill vibes which is very amazing 🙌🙌
God bless you always ♥️♥️♥️

@vinm.2987

As always ♥️♥️♥️

@andymanuel3942

4y↑1

Yay one of my favorite songs finally had a music video!! As always the visuals are beautiful 😯

@tincrisanto

Deff one of my faves! Just right on time while resting on the last day of work for this week! TGIF 💜💙💚💛

@biancaandre5511

4y↑1

Ate Reese ang GANDA 👉👈🥺💕

@melaruby17

this song makes me me count my blessings every time i hear it. It just gives me pure contentment.

@camiladevidelacruz5502

One of my fave songs ❤️

@user-kr5ry4zx5w

Sailor resee!
aye! Aye!
Love the comeback ❤

@jillythegirl

I love that one of my fave tracks from you has a MV now 🥰

@axljohnersando4322

Another masterpiece :D

@yvesjimenez9284

literally got giddy when you uploaded this 😁

@shanventula

Ang ganda 😭✨

@deneilcarlo

かわいいですね！

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