Velasquez is well-known for her belting prowess which has been noted for its incredible range, power, technical ability and also for her versatility and reinvention. She possesses a 5-6 octave vocal range and is classified as a Lyric Coloratura Soprano. She has received critical acclaim and commercial success for her singing, hosting and acting endeavors. Her professional career started when she won the grand prize in a nationally televised singing contest. Velasquez made her debut in 1986 under the guidance of entertainment mogul Ronnie Henares and was initially marketed as a pop singer. Following her success in the Asia Pacific Song Festival, a series of subsequent successful records in the region consolidated her position as one of Asia's biggest selling performers. Her success and popularity has yielded several top-selling singles, multi platinum certifications and a blockbuster movies.
Sandcastle
Regine Velasquez Lyrics
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The whole world at my feet
And fame within my reach
Friends I have a plenty
But when the lights down low
And nowhere to go
There's no one there but me
Must come to an end
Like the sandcastles
Slowly being swept away
By the incoming tide
All that is left are traces of what
I used to be
Today I have to let go
And all will be forgotten
But after everything's
Been said and done
And knowing that I once had
You in my life
And memories of what I used to be
Are traces that will remind you of me
The song Sandcastle by Regine Velasquez is about the fleeting nature of success and the realization that even when everything is going well, all good things must come to an end. The singer of the song is someone who has achieved fame and success, with the whole world seemingly at their feet. They have plenty of friends, but when the lights are down low and there is nowhere to go, they find themselves alone. The first verse establishes the idea that the singer has achieved their dreams, but even at the height of their fame, they are still ultimately alone.
The chorus of the song is a metaphor for the impermanence of success. Sandcastles are fleeting structures that can be easily destroyed by the incoming tide. Similarly, success can be taken away just as easily as it is achieved. The second verse describes the realization that all good things must come to an end, and that the memories of the singer's past success are all that will remain. The singer is left with a feeling of sadness, knowing that they must let go of their success and move on to something new. The final lines of the song suggest that even though the singer's success may be forgotten, they will still be remembered by those who were once part of their life.
Overall, Sandcastle is a poignant reflection on the nature of success and the transience of life. It reminds listeners that even our greatest achievements are temporary, and that we must cherish and appreciate them while we have them.
Line by Line Meaning
I have always dreamed of this day
I have always desired this day to come into reality
The whole world at my feet
I have achieved so much that the whole world is at my disposal
And fame within my reach
I am able to reach, have and enjoy popularity
Friends I have a plenty
I have abundant companions
But when the lights down low
However, when darkness prevails
And nowhere to go
And when there isn't anyone to turn to for assistance
There's no one there but me
I am the only one present
Time flies and all things
Time passes by with rapid and all events
Must come to an end
Must experience closure at some point
Like the sandcastles
Similar to the castles built on sand
Slowly being swept away
Gradually getting removed by natural force
By the incoming tide
By the force of water from the sea or river
All that is left are traces of what
What remains are fragments of what once existed
I used to be
I/It no longer exists
Today I have to let go
Currently, I need to release whatever I have with open hands
And all will be forgotten
Everything will be a thing of the past
But after everything's
Still, after everything is accomplished
Been said and done
After discussions and decisions are done
And knowing that I once had
Being aware of what I previously had
You in my life
You as a part of my life
And memories of what I used to be
And recollections of my prior self
Are traces that will remind you of me
Are the residues that will refresh your memory about me
Contributed by Keira G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Marjosias
I have always dreamed of this day
The whole world at my feet
And fame within my reach
Friends I have a plenty
But when the lights down low
And nowhere to go
There's no one there but me
Time flies and all things
Must come to an end
Like the sandcastles
Slowly being swept away
By the incoming tide
All that is left are traces of what
I used to be
Today I have to let go
And all will be forgotten
But after everything's
Been said and done
And knowing that I once had
You in my life
And memories of what I used to be
Are traces that will remind you of me
Gerlita Quiambao
This is the theme song used sa tv special nila ni Dingdong Dantes. Huling yakap sa tagaraw ang title. Namatay siya nun nung pinatugtug yan. :( kakaiyak
EvelynFox
My Lovely Doggy Babies Nakakaiyak talaga yun. Kahit ulit kong panoorin :(
hannah sangki
this is 1 of my fave regine songs. very emotional. it's like saying "everything has to end but what i hv left is a legacy that will remind u of me (and vice versa)". after she will leave, everything will be forgotten but she has left some traces (her songs) that will remind us of her.
R2K
i am always emotional when i hear this. this is like my life song. I can relate to it so much.
Marjosias
I have always dreamed of this day
The whole world at my feet
And fame within my reach
Friends I have a plenty
But when the lights down low
And nowhere to go
There's no one there but me
Time flies and all things
Must come to an end
Like the sandcastles
Slowly being swept away
By the incoming tide
All that is left are traces of what
I used to be
Today I have to let go
And all will be forgotten
But after everything's
Been said and done
And knowing that I once had
You in my life
And memories of what I used to be
Are traces that will remind you of me
stoneofhelp23
all that is left are traces of what I used to be...
feedback2014
the most emo song of regine.. heart aching..
Sol De Vera
Id like to watch that..ganda ng mga songs ni Ms Regine..
Azel Carrido
beautiful...
Armando Coralde Jr
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