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)
Turuan Mong Umibig Ang Mga Bata
Skabeche Lyrics
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Turuan mong umibig ang mga bata
Turuan mo sila
Turuan mong magmahal
Pag-ibig na may dangal
Huwag mong hayaang pumatak ang ulan
Takpan mo ang dilim na hatid ng ulan
Ilatag mo ang araw sa kanilang daraanan
Ikaw ang ulap at kanilang bubong
Yakap ng pag-ibig sa musmos ay ihandog
Pagmamahalang inasam ng panahon
Ay madarama mo na sa buong maghapon
At turuan mong umibig ang mga bata
Turuan mo sila
Turuan mong magmahal
Pag-ibig na may dangal
Kamatayang dala ng katandaan
Bahaghari ka sa iyong paglisan
Sagisag ng pag-ibig at pag-asa
Dakilang guro ng mga bata
Bip bip bip padididap didum…
Malapit na ang araw
Araw ng pagsilang
Ng wagas na pag-ibig
Na ating natutunan
At turuan mong umibig ang mga bata
Turuan mo sila
Turuan mong magmahal
Pag-ibig na may dangal
The song Turuan Mong Umibig Ang Mga Bata by Skabeche was written by Noel Salonga, and it is a call for adults to teach children how to love with honor and dignity. The song opens with the line "Turuan mong umibig ang mga bata" (Teach the children to love) and the singer repeats the line throughout the song, emphasizing the importance of love and how it should be taught to children. The lyrics also express the idea that love is not just about feeling good, but it must also have dignity.
The song continues with a plea to adults to protect children from the darkness and sadness that comes with life's storms. The line "Huwag mong hayaang pumatak ang ulan, sa mata ng mga bata sa iyong kandungan" (Don't let the rain fall on the eyes of children in your care) emphasizes the need for adults to shield children from any harmful elements they encounter. The song also uses metaphors, such as "Ikaw ang ulap at kanilang bubong" (You are the cloud and their roof) to convey the message that adults are responsible for guiding children towards a better future.
In summary, the song Turuan Mong Umibig Ang Mga Bata emphasizes the importance of teaching children to love with honor and dignity, as well as protecting them from harm and guiding them towards a brighter future.
Line by Line Meaning
Turuan mong umibig ang mga bata
Teach the children to love
Turuan mo sila
Teach them
Turuan mong magmahal
Teach them to love
Pag-ibig na may dangal
Love with dignity
Huwag mong hayaang pumatak ang ulan
Do not let the rain fall on the eyes of the children in your embrace
Sa mata ng mga bata sa iyong kandungan
In the eyes of the children in your womb
Takpan mo ang dilim na hatid ng ulan
Cover the darkness brought by the rain
Ilatag mo ang araw sa kanilang daraanan
Lay the sun on their path
Ikaw ang ulap at kanilang bubong
You are the cloud and their roof
Yakap ng pag-ibig sa musmos ay ihandog
Offer the embrace of love to the innocent
Pagmamahalang inasam ng panahon
A love that time has longed for
Ay madarama mo na sa buong maghapon
You will feel it all day long
Kamatayang dala ng katandaan
Death brought by old age
Bahaghari ka sa iyong paglisan
You are a rainbow in your passing
Sagisag ng pag-ibig at pag-asa
Symbol of love and hope
Dakilang guro ng mga bata
Great teacher of the children
Malapit na ang araw
The day is near
Araw ng pagsilang
Day of birth
Ng wagas na pag-ibig
Of pure love
Na ating natutunan
That we have learned
Contributed by Jason R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.