He also joined the very first Minus-One National Singing Competition and won the grand prize. Verano has received two Awit awards for Best New Male Performer and as Best Country Ballad Performer.
Ikaw Ang Pag-Asa
Renz Verano Lyrics
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punong-puno ng kasawian
nagdurugo't umiiyak
ang puso kong sayo'y tapat giliw
makinig naman
ikaw ang pag asa
pusong nagdurusa
In Renz Verano's song "Ikaw Ang Pag-Asa", the artist explores the theme of hope in the midst of sorrow and heartbreak. The opening lines of the song acknowledge the harsh realities of life, as the singer observes that "buhay ba'y sadyang ganyan" (such is life) and that it is "punong-puno ng kasawian" (full of sadness). Despite this, the singer's heart remains devoted to a loved one who may have caused them pain, as their "puso kong sayo'y tapat giliw" (heart remains loyal to you, my beloved).
The chorus of the song serves as a plea for help and comfort, as the singer implores their loved one to "makinig naman" (please listen) and recognises them as their "pag-asa" (hope). In the final line, the singer describes their heart as "nagdurusa" (suffering), emphasising the intensity of their emotional pain and need for hope. Overall, the song encourages listeners to hold onto hope even in the darkest of times, and to find comfort and strength in the love of those closest to them.
Line by Line Meaning
buhay ba'y sadyang ganyan
Is life really like this?
punong-puno ng kasawian
Filled with sadness
nagdurugo't umiiyak
Bleeding and crying
ang puso kong sayo'y tapat giliw
My heart is loyal to you, my beloved
makinig naman
Please listen
ikaw ang pag asa
You are my hope
pusong nagdurusa
A heart that is suffering
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