Lutong Pinoy, lasang Pinoy – that’s SKABECHE – known as - Ang PambanSKAng B… Read Full Bio ↴Lutong Pinoy, lasang Pinoy – that’s SKABECHE – known as - Ang PambanSKAng Banda ng Bayan!

SKABECHE (from the sweet & sour fish dish escabeche) is a 10-member gang of musicians who has been skankin’ the music scene for over 10 years now,
Proudly Bulakenyos!
Skabeche is a one of a kind band in the Philippines.
Their music, a mix of Ska, Punk, Blues, Jazz, Classical & Reggae is reinforced with a variety of musical instruments they play to add depth to their sound- 3 kinds of saxophones, a trombone, trumpet, and big percussions set-up spice up the sounds of guitars, bass, drums. And not to mention, who will not fall in love with the bands signature quirky-skankin dance move, powerful performance and distinct vocals! Yes indeed flavorful!

Skabeches’ many proud accomplishments includes ISLAND RIDDIMS & ISLAND CHIRSTMAS – Compilation Album (with their hit songs “LAMOK” and Part of Me), Jingle for Tambayan 101.9 FM, 91.5 Energy FM (Hi Pannga!), Ka-Toque Lutong Barkada QTV11 & ABS-CBNs’ DZMM official station ID theme song “ANG BAYAN NAMAN” for 2010 Election.
In fact, their voice has been loud enough to earn them also a spot in many International CD Compilation of Ska and Reggae Music released worldwide.

CURRENTLY, SKABECHE IS PROMOTING THEIR FIRST FULL LENGTH, with the latest single “LAMOK” (that received good reviews from music industry critics).

SKABECHE: TABLE FOR TEN ALBUM – PRODUCED BY PINEAPPLE RIDDIMS RECORDING COMPANY AND EXCLUSIVELY DISTRIBUTED BY VIVA RECORDS. HAS 13 TRACKS ALL ORIGINAL FILIPINO AND ENGLISH SONGS. THE ALBUM IS FOR THE BENEFIT OF ESUCH: EARNEST SUPPORT FOR UNDERPRIVILEGED CHILDREN – A NON GOVERNMENT ORGANIZATION THAT OFFER UNDERPRIVILEGED CHILDREN IN BULACAN A SHELTER , CARE AND TRAINING FOR DRAWING & PAINTING.

(Taken from the band's Facebook page)

Labi Sa Labi
Skabeche Lyrics

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[Words by: Michael M. Santos]

Bakit kailangang mag-paalam
Hindi ba't kay tagal na ng pagsasama
Kailangan pa nga bang ito'y mangyari
Kung bakit naman kasi ngayun lang nasasabi

At aaminin ko ako'y naiinis

Aaminin kong puno ng hinagpis
Sa iyong pag-alis
Sa iyong pag-alis

Sinong pupukaw kung ako ay mangulila
Sa init na bigay ng mga yakap mo sinta
Paano ang gagawin kung ako ay manabik
Sa tamis at saya ng iyong mga halik

At aaminin ko ako'y naiinis
Aaminin kong puno ng hinagpis
Sa iyong pag-alis
Sa iyong pag-alis

Kay tagal ika'y inalagaan
Sa samahang puro pagmamahalan
Kaya naman hindi ko inasahan
Na magsasabi ka ng iyong pamamaalam

Ngunit kailangang magpaalam
Sa kay daming dahilang hindi ko maintindihan
Sana'y muli pa tayong magkita
At muli ay taglayin ang pag-ibig na nadama

Kay tagal ika'y inalagaan
Sa samahang puro pagmamahalan
Kaya naman hindi ko inasahan
Na magsasabi ka ng iyong pamamaalam

Labi sa labi
Labi sa labi

Labi ko sa iyong pisngi
Labi ko sa iyong pisngi

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Skabeche's song "Labi Sa Labi" express the frustration and sadness of a person who has to say goodbye to a loved one who has been with them for a long time. The singer questions why they have to say goodbye when they have been together for so long, and wonders why the other person didn't express their desire to leave earlier. The singer admits to feeling angry and hurt at the other person's departure, and expresses the longing they feel for the other person's embrace and kisses. They end the song with a bittersweet message, hoping to see the other person again and to experience the love they once shared.

The song is a reflection of the emotions that come with the end of a relationship, and the difficulty and pain of having to let go. The lyrics use rich imagery to convey the feelings of longing, anger, and sadness that the singer experiences. The repeated refrain of "Labi sa labi" adds to the emotional intensity of the song, as the singer is expressing their physical desire for the other person's kiss on their cheek.

Line by Line Meaning

Bakit kailangang mag-paalam
Why do we need to say goodbye?

Hindi ba't kay tagal na ng pagsasama
Haven't we been together for a long time?

Kailangan pa nga bang ito'y mangyari
Is this really necessary?

Kung bakit naman kasi ngayon lang nasasabi
Why do you have to say it now?

At aaminin ko ako'y naiinis
I admit that I am annoyed

Aaminin kong puno ng hinagpis
I admit that I am filled with bitterness

Sa iyong pag-alis
Because you are leaving

Sinong pupukaw kung ako ay mangulila
Who will awaken me when I feel lonely?

Sa init na bigay ng mga yakap mo sinta
In the warmth provided by your embrace, my love

Paano ang gagawin kung ako ay manabik
What will I do if I long for you?

Sa tamis at saya ng iyong mga halik
In the sweetness and happiness of your kisses