His works range from commissioned full-length ballets, theater musicals, choral pieces, a Mass set to unaccompanied chorus, and orchestral pieces, to commercial recordings of popular music, film scores and television specials.
Cayayab's current project includes the Ryan Cayabyab Singers (RCS), a group of seven young adult singers comparable to his prior group Smokey Mountain in the early '90s. After FreemantleMedia decided not to renew the Philippine Idol franchise, Cayabyab transferred to rival show Pinoy Dream Academy (season 2), replacing Jim Paredes as the show's headmaster. PDA 2 started on June 14, 2008.
Kailan
Ryan Cayabyab Lyrics
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Sa Tuwing Ika'y Nakikita?
Sana Nama'y Magpakilala.
Ilang Ulit Nang Nagkabangga,
Aklat Kong Dala'y Pinulot Mo Pa.
'Di Ka Pa Rin Nagpakilala.
'Di Ka Naman Tumitingin.
Ano'ng Aking Dapat Gawin?
Bakit Kaya Umiiwas,
Binti Ko Ba'y Mayr'ong Gasgas?
Nais Ko Nang Magpakilala.
Dito'y Mayr'on Sa Puso Ko
Munting Puwang Laan Sa 'yo
Ma'ri Na Bang Magpakilala
Bawat Araw Sinusundan,
'Di Ka Naman Tumitingin.
Ano'ng Aking Dapat Gawin?
Kailan, Kailan Mo Ba Mapapansin Ang Aking Lihim?
Kahit Ano'ng Aking Gawin, Di Mo Pinapansin.
Kailan, Kailan Hahaplusin Ang Pusong
Bitin Na Bitin? Kahit Ano'ng Gawing Lambing
'Di Mo Pa Rin Pansin.
The lyrics of Ryan Cayabyab's "Kailan" express the feelings of a person longing to be noticed and recognized by someone they are attracted to. The opening lines suggest a sense of unease and anxiety in the presence of the person, with the singer wondering why they feel so nervous and hoping that the object of their affection would introduce themselves. The following lines highlight the frustration of repeated missed opportunities when they keep crossing paths, yet the other person is unaware of their interest.
The singer goes on to question what they should do to get noticed, as the other person seems to be avoiding them. They even wonder if the reason is because there is something wrong with them or if they have a visible flaw that makes them unattractive. The chorus is the culmination of the singer's emotions, as they ask when the person will notice their secret love and when their heart will be satisfied. The tone of the lyrics conveys a sense of longing, sadness, and even desperation.
Line by Line Meaning
Bakit Kaya Nangangamba
Why do I feel anxious
Sa Tuwing Ika'y Nakikita?
Whenever I see you?
Sana Nama'y Magpakilala.
I hope you would introduce yourself.
Ilang Ulit Nang Nagkabangga,
We have bumped into each other several times,
Aklat Kong Dala'y Pinulot Mo Pa.
You even picked up the book I dropped.
'Di Ka Pa Rin Nagpakilala.
But you still haven't introduced yourself.
Bawat Araw Sinusundan,
I follow you every day,
'Di Ka Naman Tumitingin.
But you don't even look.
Ano'ng Aking Dapat Gawin?
What should I do?
Bakit Kaya Umiiwas,
Why do you avoid,
Binti Ko Ba'y Mayr'ong Gasgas?
Is it because of the scar on my leg?
Nais Ko Nang Magpakilala.
I want to introduce myself.
Dito'y Mayr'on Sa Puso Ko
Here in my heart,
Munting Puwang Laan Sa 'yo
There's a small space for you.
Ma'ri Na Bang Magpakilala
Would you introduce yourself now?
Kailan, Kailan Mo Ba Mapapansin Ang Aking Lihim?
When, when will you notice my secret?
Kahit Ano'ng Aking Gawin, Di Mo Pinapansin.
No matter what I do, you don't notice.
Kailan, Kailan Hahaplusin Ang Pusong Bitin Na Bitin?
When, when will you fill my longing heart?
Kahit Ano'ng Gawing Lambing 'Di Mo Pa Rin Pansin.
No matter how sweet I act, you still don't notice.
Contributed by Cole E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@foreverj10
Bakit Kaya Nangangamba
Sa Tuwing Ika'y Nakikita?
Sana Nama'y Magpakilala.
Ilang Ulit Nang Nagkabangga,
Aklat Kong Dala'y Pinulot Mo Pa.
'Di Ka Pa Rin Nagpakilala.
Bawat Araw Sinusundan,
'Di Ka Naman Tumitingin.
Ano'ng Aking Dapat Gawin?
Bakit Kaya Umiiwas,
Binti Ko Ba'y Mayr'ong Gasgas?
Nais Ko Nang Magpakilala.
Dito'y Mayr'on Sa Puso Ko
Munting Puwang Laan Sa 'yo
Ma'ri Na Bang Magpakilala
Bawat Araw Sinusundan,
'Di Ka Naman Tumitingin.
Ano'ng Aking Dapat Gawin?
Kailan, Kailan Mo Ba Mapapansin Ang Aking Lihim?
Kahit Ano'ng Aking Gawin, Di Mo Pinapansin.
Kailan, Kailan Hahaplusin Ang Pusong
Bitin Na Bitin? Kahit Ano'ng Gawing Lambing
'Di Mo Pa Rin Pansin.
@tonyfernandez9597
Gandang awitin ito my first time to listen. A great composer at singer Yumi.
@nags546
Ahh si Yumi... Oo lodi ko yan.. Galing kumanta at songwriter pa
@jasperianleung9483
galing!
@tpo69
Galing mo Yumi
@jhenkelzdelrosario4178
What country is this? Such a great music. I love listening to this song. Ang ganda-ganda
@jhenkelzdelrosario4178
Pilipinas po country niyan
@foreverj10
Bakit Kaya Nangangamba
Sa Tuwing Ika'y Nakikita?
Sana Nama'y Magpakilala.
Ilang Ulit Nang Nagkabangga,
Aklat Kong Dala'y Pinulot Mo Pa.
'Di Ka Pa Rin Nagpakilala.
Bawat Araw Sinusundan,
'Di Ka Naman Tumitingin.
Ano'ng Aking Dapat Gawin?
Bakit Kaya Umiiwas,
Binti Ko Ba'y Mayr'ong Gasgas?
Nais Ko Nang Magpakilala.
Dito'y Mayr'on Sa Puso Ko
Munting Puwang Laan Sa 'yo
Ma'ri Na Bang Magpakilala
Bawat Araw Sinusundan,
'Di Ka Naman Tumitingin.
Ano'ng Aking Dapat Gawin?
Kailan, Kailan Mo Ba Mapapansin Ang Aking Lihim?
Kahit Ano'ng Aking Gawin, Di Mo Pinapansin.
Kailan, Kailan Hahaplusin Ang Pusong
Bitin Na Bitin? Kahit Ano'ng Gawing Lambing
'Di Mo Pa Rin Pansin.
@vellbariaofficial
wow.. I just come across here kasi it's legit! :) at it's finest
@jonelskimo4246
Ano ba, Yumi, ang galing mo.
@cyberlink2025
nice