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)

Pagbabago
Skabeche Lyrics

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[Words by: Noel Salonga]

Isang pagbabago
Ang hinahanap ko
Dito sa bayan ko'y
Isang pagbabago

Sa lalim ng gabi

Ikaw ay nahimbing
Sana ay gumising
Dito sa aming piling

Sa luha ng ulan
Ikaw ay tinangay
Sana ay kumapit
Dito sa aming bisig

Isang pagbabago
Ang hinahanap ko
Dito sa bayan ko'y
Isang pagbabago

Kalian ka dadapo
Sa dahon ng panahon
Ikaw ay bumangon
Oh pagbabago

Sa galit ng kidlat
Ako ay namulat
Wala ng pag-asa
Nilibing na ang lahat

Sana ay dumito ka
Manirahan ka dito
Sa puso ng bayan ko
Oh pagbabago

Isang pagbabago
Ang hinahanap ko
Dito sa bayan ko'y
Isang pagbabago

Kalian ka dadapo
Sa dahon ng panahon
Ikaw ay bumangon
Oh pagbabago

Isang pagbabago
Ang hinahanap ko

Dito sa bayan ko'y
Isang pagbabago

Overall Meaning

The song "Pagbabago" by Skabeche is an emotional plea for change in the country. The lyrics express the desire for a change that can bring hope and progress to the nation. The singer is seeking for a "pagbabago" or change that can transform the current situation and bring about a brighter future. The song starts with a call for change and repeats it in the chorus, emphasizing the importance of this desire. The singer hopes that this change would bring people together, creating unity within the community.

The lyrics depict a somber tone as the singer expresses his disappointment with the current state of the country. It is evident when the singer sings about the tears caused by the rain and the frustration caused by the thunderstorms. The song portrays the challenges faced by the people, making it difficult to progress. But the singer hopes that change will come and asks the listener to hold on tight as they work towards this change. The song ends on a hopeful note, with the singer reiterating the need for change and asking for it to come and transform his beloved nation.

Line by Line Meaning

Isang pagbabago
What I am searching for is a change

Ang hinahanap ko
This is what I am looking for

Dito sa bayan ko'y
Here in my country

Isang pagbabago
A change

Sa lalim ng gabi
In the depths of the night

Ikaw ay nahimbing
You are sound asleep

Sana ay gumising
I hope you awaken

Dito sa aming piling
Here in our midst

Sa luha ng ulan
In the tears of the rain

Ikaw ay tinangay
You were swept away

Sana ay kumapit
I hope you hold on