Early years
The first line-up consisted of Jesse Gonzales on vocals, Kenneth Ilagan on guitars, Nathan Azarcon on bass, Rome Velayo on drums, and Rico Blanco on keyboards. They were managed by Lizza Nakpil and director Chito Roño who had the intention of molding the group into a rock show band. The band was then called Xaga.
Classic line-up and mainstream success
In the process of grueling practice sessions, Ilagan was replaced with Perfecto de Castro; Azarcon's childhood friend, Mark Escueta, to replace Velayo, as well as former classmate Francisco "Bamboo" Mañalac to replace Gonzales. With Bamboo as frontman, the band members themselves decided to disband Xaga and form the band Rivermaya. They started putting together original songs like "Ulan" [Rain], "214", and "Awit ng Kabataan" [Song of the Youth] (mostly composed by Rico Blanco) in demo form for prospective recording companies.
Nathan Azarcone was one of the members of Rivermaya from 1993 to 2001.
By November 1994, the band had released its first album, the self-titled Rivermaya, and its first single, "Ulan"; followed by "214". Critically praised for its fresh, excitingly new pop/rock sound, the album went on to become one of the best acts in the 1990s.
Citing artistic differences, Perf de Castro was adamant in leaving the group and founded his own band, Triaxis.
The band's second album Trip, followed with the singles "Kisapmata" [Blink of an Eye], "Himala" [Miracle], and "Panahon Na Naman" [Here Comes the Season]. Whilce Portacio, creator of the X-Men's "Bishop" and co-founder of Image Comics, designed the album art for Trip.
In 1997, the band released its third album, Atomic Bomb, with the single "Hinahanap-hanap Kita" [Always Searching For You]. The album gained positive responses from listeners and received heavy airplay from radio stations. During this period, Rivermaya also released the "Rivermaya Remixed" album, put together with the help of DJ Toti Dalmacion of Groove Nation.
Departure of Bamboo Mañalac and second evolution of line-up
The band then embarked on a US and Canada tour. It was at this time that Bamboo Mañalac decided to stay in the US. He eventually went on to form his own band, Bamboo in 2003.
Rico Blanco was the chief composer of the band, he later became the band's full time guitarist when Perf de Castro left one year after their debut album was released & later became the band's frontman after the departure of Bamboo in 1999.
Rivermaya decided to forge on, with Rico Blanco taking on vocals and released their fourth album, It's Not Easy Being Green containing the singles "Nerbyoso", "Shattered Like", and "Rodeo".
The band released its fifth studio album, aptly called Free, entirely for free on the Internet as well as on CDs distributed at their gigs. Free went on to be named "Best Album of 2000" at the NU Rock Awards.
Nathan Azarcon departed from the group signaling a new lineup change. Completing the lineup were new guitarists, Kakoi Legaspi (from blues band Mr. Crayon) and Mike Elgar (from 7 Foot Junior) as well as Japs Sergio (from Daydream Cycle) on bass.
Together, this lineup released "Tuloy ang Ligaya", preceded by the EP "Alab ng Puso" (featuring a remix by Raimund Marasigan's Squid 9).
The band released the albums Tuloy ang Ligaya and Between the Stars and the Waves, producing the singles "Umaaraw, Umuulan" , "Wag Na Init Ulo, Baby", "A Love to Share", "Balisong", "Sunday Driving", "Table for Two", "241 (My Favorite Song)", and "Atat".
Kakoi Legaspi resigned in 2004.
International success
The band found a variety of partners who commissioned such works as "Liwanag sa Dilim" [Light in the Dark], "Posible" [Possible] (Southeast Asian Games' Athletes Anthem) and "You'll Be Safe Here".
"You'll Be Safe Here," originally created as the theme for the ABS-CBN TV series Spirits (directed by Rivermaya co-manager Chito S. Rono) would be the song to take Rivermaya outside the country. Released as an EP by Warner Music Philippines, it also became the song that MTV Asia selected for performance at the 2006 Asia Awards. Kelly Rowland of Destiny’s Child introduced the group, and they were backed up by Thailand’s Royal Symphony Orchestra during live performance. It was the first time that a Filipino band was invited to perform in the said event.
An album of compiled works, titled You'll Be Safe Here, is distributed in Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
Rivermaya embarked on a series of Asian tours, including at Thailand's Pattaya Music Fest (2008, 2009) as well as Singapore's Mosaic Festival (run by The Esplanade); and Bangkok's Fat Fest as well as in Indonesia's MTV Staying Alive show.
In the Philippines, the Rivermaya Greatest Hits 2006 album on Viva Records was followed by an album dedicated to its music heroes: Isang Ugat, Isang Dugo [One Vessel, One Blood].
At the end of March 2007, Rivermaya scored again another first for the Philippines as their videos, "You'll Be Safe Here" and the recent video remake "Bali Song" were chosen as the first Asian artists to have full-length music videos featured on the Star World Channel.
In 2008-2009 Rivermaya performed at the Marina Bay New Years' Countdown in Singapore and became the first Filipino band invited to perform at the 2009 Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix.
Departure of Rico Blanco
On May 2007, rumors of Rico Blanco quitting the group surfaced. The band's management team refused to comment, as did the other members. It was not until a few more days before Rico Blanco officially announced his departure from the group. Both Rivermaya and its management have taken the announcement in stride and have denied rumors that the band would disband as a result. "No one member is greater than the whole," declared Rivermaya management in an official statement released on June 14, 2007.
After Rico Blanco left, Rivermaya released a new single, "Sayang" [Wasted], penned by Japs Sergio and described by the band as "an open letter to the fans."
In addition, Studio 23 announced the selection of Rivermaya to create the new theme song for the station. The new song is titled "Sumigaw" [Shouted] and marks the release of a second single in two months for the band, accelerating Rivermaya's pace for new songs rapidly (In previous years, the band had managed to release only a single every 12 months).
On August 11, 2007, during a mini press conference held at Mogwai Bar and Café in Cubao's Marikina Shoe Expo, Rivermaya released its all-new 5-song Bagong Liwanag EP, which hit stores nationwide starting August 15. This 5-song EP is released on the band's own label, Revolver Music, and licensed to Warner Music Philippines.[1]
Rivermaya also held auditions for a new member. Out of more than 400 participants, only 80 were chosen to join the semi-finals. The auditions was televised on Studio 23, which was titled Bagong Liwanag (A New Light). Aside from the band members, main judges are Rivermaya manager Lizza Nakpil, The Dawn guitarist Francis Reyes, and Razorback bassist Louie Talan.
New frontman and third evolution of line-up
On October 24, 2007, then-18 year old Jayson Fernandez was announced as the winner and new member of Rivermaya. This third evolution of Rivermaya offers an ensemble cast (with the four members offering their vocal prestiges) as compared to their previous lineups.
On February 2008, Rivermaya released the album entitled Buhay [Life] with the carrier single "Sugal ng Kapalaran" [Gamble of Fate] penned by Sergio with both Fernandez and Sergio doing the vocals, while Elgar and Escueta do backing vocals.
You'll Be Safe Here
Rivermaya Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Just why we're here
Could it be fate
Or random circumstance
At the right place
At the right time
Two roads intertwine
To meld our lives
To make us
Fuel and fire
Then know
Where ever you will be
So too shall I be
Close your eyes
Dry your tears
'Cause when nothing seems clear
You'll be safe here
From the sheer weight
Of your doubts and fears
Weary heart
You'll be safe here
Remember how we laughed
Until we cried
At the most stupid things
Like we were so high
But love was all that we were on
We belong
And though the world would
Never understand
This unlikely union
And why it still stands
Someday we will be set free
Pray and believe
When the light disappears
And when this world's insincere
You'll be safe here
When nobody hears you scream
I'll scream with you
You'll be safe here
Save your eyes
From your tears
When everything's unclear
You'll be safe here
From the sheer weight
Of your doubts and fears
Wounded heart
When the light disappears
And when this world's insincere
You'll be safe here
When nobody hears you scream
I'll scream with you
You'll be safe here
In my arms
Through the long cold night
Sleep tight
You'll be safe here
When no one understands
I'll believe
You'll be safe
You'll be safe
You'll be safe here
Put your heart in my hands
You'll be safe here
The song "You'll Be Safe Here" by Rivermaya is a heartfelt and comforting ballad that speaks about the strong bond between two people that transcends time and distance. The first verse of the song reflects on the mystery of life and how two people may have met and been brought together by fate or circumstance. The second verse reflects on the beautiful memories that the two people have shared, specifically mentioning the moments of joy and laughter they have experienced together. The chorus serves as a reassuring message to the person the song is for, letting them know that they will always be safe and protected.
The song's overall message is one of love and comfort through trying times. The lyrics highlight the idea of being able to lean on someone during times of hardship and feeling a sense of security in their care. It speaks to the power of human connection and how it can provide comfort and strength to those who need it most.
Overall, "You'll Be Safe Here" is a deeply emotive song that speaks to the human experience of love, pain, and comfort. It serves as a reminder to listeners that even in their darkest moments, they are not alone.
Line by Line Meaning
Nobody knows
No one truly knows what the purpose or meaning of our existence is.
Just why we're here
We are unsure of why we are living.
Could it be fate
Perhaps it's destiny that brought us to this point in our life.
Or random circumstance
Or maybe it's just by chance we crossed paths.
At the right place
We were at the exact spot where everything aligned.
At the right time
At the precise moment the universe unfolded as needed.
Two roads intertwine
Our individual paths merged into one journey in life.
And if the universe conspired
If destiny orchestrated our meeting.
To meld our lives
To unite our existence.
To make us
To create an inseparable bond between us.
Fuel and fire
To ignite a flame of passion and partnership.
Then know
Understand that.
Where ever you will be
No matter where you go.
So too shall I be
I will be there with you.
Close your eyes
Shut out the world.
Dry your tears
Stop crying.
'Cause when nothing seems clear
When everything seems jumbled and confusing.
You'll be safe here
You can feel guarded and protected by my side.
From the sheer weight
From the overwhelming burden.
Of your doubts and fears
Of your uncertainty and anxiety.
Weary heart
When your heart is exhausted.
Remember how we laughed
Recall the joy and happiness we shared before.
Until we cried
Until we couldn't stop laughing.
At the most stupid things
At the most trivial matters.
Like we were so high
As if we were intoxicated from our joy.
But love was all that we were on
But our love was the real reason for our entertainment.
We belong
We are meant to be together.
And though the world would
Even though others might think.
Never understand
They could never comprehend.
This unlikely union
This partnership that seems to be improbable.
And why it still stands
And why it's still intact and strong until now.
Someday we will be set free
One day we'll be unencumbered by society's expectations.
Pray and believe
Maintain faith and hope.
When the light disappears
When everything seems bleak.
And when this world's insincere
When this world seems fake and artificial.
When nobody hears you scream
When your voice doesn't seem to get heard.
I'll scream with you
I'll shout with you, so you're not alone.
Save your eyes
Prevent yourself from crying.
From your tears
Don't let your tears fall.
When everything's unclear
When everything seems indistinct.
You'll be safe here
You will be secure and protected by my side.
Wounded heart
When you're feeling hurt.
In my arms
I'll embrace you.
Through the long cold night
Through the harsh and lonely evening.
Sleep tight
Fall asleep peacefully.
When no one understands
When nobody gets it.
I'll believe
I'll still have faith.
You'll be safe
You will feel secure and protected.
Put your heart in my hands
Trust me with your heart.
You'll be safe here
You will be secure and protected by my side.
Lyrics © Sentric Music
Written by: RICO BLANCO
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@gamisou8543
"You'll Be Safe Here"
Nobody knows
Just why we're here
Could it be fate
Or random circumstance
At the right place
At the right time
Two roads intertwine
And if the universe conspired
To meld our lives
To make us
Fuel and fire
Then know
Where ever you will be
So too shall I be
Close your eyes
Dry your tears
'Coz when nothing seems clear
You'll be safe here
From the sheer weight
Of your doubts and fears
Weary heart
You'll be safe here
Remember how we laughed
Until we cried
At the most stupid things
Like we were so high
But love was all that we were on
We belong
And though the world would
Never understand
This unlikely union
And why it still stands
Someday we will be set free.
Pray and believe
When the light disappears
And when this world's insincere
You'll be safe here
When nobody hears you scream
I'll scream with you
You'll be safe here
Save your eyes
From your tears
When everything's unclear
You'll be safe here
From the sheer weight
Of your doubts and fears
Wounded heart
When the light disappears
And when this world's insincere
You'll be safe here
When nobody hears you scream
I'll scream with you
You'll be safe here
In my arms
Through the long cold night
Sleep tight
You'll be safe here
When no one understands
I'll believe
You'll be safe,
You'll be safe
You'll be safe here
Put your heart in my hands
You'll be safe here
@zoi6314
Colossians 2:7- Be strong in your faith.
@mabilisangkitaanvlogs9923
True and you will be save♥️🙏🙏😇♥️
@SeanderthTV
what if my faith becomes nobody?
@zoi6314
Matthew 19:26
- With God all things are possible.
@listed3867
amen.
@ochinchinwadaisuki7235
Amen to my glorious God
@ajschannel162
Amen ✝️
@anji___000
"Close your eyes, dry your tears, 'Cause when nothing seems clear you'll be safe here." Hits different.
@ronalynquibilan4182
000o0
@ronalynquibilan4182
00