Among the many acts currently on the local scene, Sponge Cola has managed t… Read Full Bio ↴Among the many acts currently on the local scene, Sponge Cola has managed to rise above the college band cliché and become a lasting and powerful force in the Philippine music industry.
Sponge Cola is comprised of Yael (vocals), Armo (guitar), Gosh(bass), and Chris (drums). Formed when its members were still in high school, the band quickly established itself and began playing gigs regularly at venues all over Metro Manila. In September of 2003, they celebrated their first independent release with the 5-track EP containing the songs, “Lunes”, “A Tear”, “Saturn”, “Cigarette”, and “Jeepney.” “Lunes” and “Jeepney”, both written in Filipino, were released as singles and proved to be a hit with local audiences. Extensive radio airplay was instrumental in broadening the band’s fan base across the nation.
In the last quarter of 2004, Sponge Cola signed a record distribution deal with Sony Music Philippines for the release of their full-length album, entitled “Palabas” about the band members’ theater backgrounds. The album showcases a definitive voice in unadulterated rock, reminiscent of the 90s alternative but laced with enough sing-along pop sensibility to appeal to a wider audience. It displays a seamless blend of the band members’ varied influences while showcasing a refreshingly unique sound. The 14 original tracks contain traces of each band member’s musical preference: Gosh grew up on classical Filipino balladeers from the likes of Basil Valdes and Martin Nievera; Armo lends to the rock edge, citing bands like Tool, Deftones, and A Perfect Circle as influences; Chris admits to being influenced by acts like the Beatles, Foo Fighters and Gin Blossoms; and Yael listens to everything from pop to 80s power ballads up to the new metal phenomenon of the late 90s.
Following the release of their album, Sponge Cola found even greater success, as evidenced by several noteworthy accomplishments. They won the “Rising Sun Award” at the NU107 Rock Awards for successfully crossing over from the radio station’s core audience to the wider pop audience. MTV dubbed the band their “Rising Star” for December 2004, and the first single off the album, “KLSP”, was well-received by both radio and television audiences. The video for the single, which was released in early 2005, hit 1 on multiple MYX charts and stayed on the charts for several weeks. In late February, “Palabas” became the first rock album ever released through a full distribution deal to hit gold in the Philippines.
After the success of “KLSP,” the band decided to take a much-needed break to concentrate on their studies, as they were about to go into their senior year at Ateneo de Manila University. However, they continued to be a visible presence on the gig circuit, playing venues in Metro Manila as well as in the provinces, such as Naga, Iloilo, and Palawan.
With the release of their second single, Sponge Cola continued to rise in the music industry. “Gemini” was released simultaneously on radio stations and hit the 1 spot on 99.5 RT in just a day, a first for the station. A few days later, the song reached the top spot on 97.1 LSFM as well.
Sponge Cola found another hit single in “Una.” Released in early November, the song was well received by the band’s fans and enjoyed extensive airplay on major radio stations. The video for the song, directed by Wincy Ong, reached number 1 on the MYX charts. Another recent triumph for the band was lead singer Yael’s award for Best Male Rock Icon at the 2005 NU107 Rock Awards. In addition to this, Sponge Cola’s rendition of the Eraserheads classic, “Pare Ko,” is featured on the tribute album celebrating one of OPM’s most influential acts. To cap off their successful year, Sponge Cola also had the honor of holding the No.1 spot on 99.5RT’s year-end countdown. Another radio station, RX93.1, chose Sponge Cola as their Indie Artist of the Year, proving that the band’s accomplishments in 2005 did not go unrecognized.
As musicians who are not only working but were also pursuing their college degrees for some time, the members of Sponge Cola have inadvertently become role models for their younger fans. They have broken out of the mold of a traditional rock band by advocating clean living, hard work, and diligence. Bassist Gosh was an academic scholar, and, along with the other members, graduated with flying colors in March of 2006.
Just a few months after their graduation, they started recording songs for their sophomore album. After months of additional songwriting and recording, “Transit,” was ready to be released. By the first week of September 2006, the album was out in all the major record bars nationwide.
Transit proved to be a fitting title for the band’s second album because not only did it capture the feel of the songs, but it also encapsulated the members' growth as individuals and musicians. With the young band members finally graduating from college and releasing their pivotal second album, the band suddenly had to adjust to a fairly new predicament. Transit captures the period of adjustment that the band members went through as it is in fact "the next step," a statement that implies transition, not stagnation.
Musically, the band has also matured over the years. With the two-year gap between their albums, there was a big leap in terms of musical direction, but at the same time, they maintained the essence that took them to the dance—soaring vocals underscored by intense guitars and relentless rhythmic pounding. The added dimension of well-placed ambient layers of guitar and riff-based songwriting created a more diverse album. There was a different approach for each song, strengthening the identity of each track.
“Bitiw,” their carrier single from Transit, has claimed the top spot of various radio stations all across the country. It was their fifth consecutive music video to skyrocket to the 1 position in the MYX hit chart and stayed there for a prolonged time, due to the acceptance of the Filipino people of their brand of music.
Other highlights in the album include the six-minute epic “The Wandering” which pays tribute to the well-known TV series Lost; “Movie,” the band's current single which immortalizes the feeling of people in the “friends zone”; “Do You Know The Feeling,” an 80s inspired stadium rock song; “Nocturne,” a poignant piece that tackles insomnia and remembering of a past love.
For more info:
https://www.facebook.com/spongecola
https://www.instagram.com/sponge_cola/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFiniMD_UVBOyUf4r2JQ0Wg
https://twitter.com/SpongeColaPH
Sponge Cola is comprised of Yael (vocals), Armo (guitar), Gosh(bass), and Chris (drums). Formed when its members were still in high school, the band quickly established itself and began playing gigs regularly at venues all over Metro Manila. In September of 2003, they celebrated their first independent release with the 5-track EP containing the songs, “Lunes”, “A Tear”, “Saturn”, “Cigarette”, and “Jeepney.” “Lunes” and “Jeepney”, both written in Filipino, were released as singles and proved to be a hit with local audiences. Extensive radio airplay was instrumental in broadening the band’s fan base across the nation.
In the last quarter of 2004, Sponge Cola signed a record distribution deal with Sony Music Philippines for the release of their full-length album, entitled “Palabas” about the band members’ theater backgrounds. The album showcases a definitive voice in unadulterated rock, reminiscent of the 90s alternative but laced with enough sing-along pop sensibility to appeal to a wider audience. It displays a seamless blend of the band members’ varied influences while showcasing a refreshingly unique sound. The 14 original tracks contain traces of each band member’s musical preference: Gosh grew up on classical Filipino balladeers from the likes of Basil Valdes and Martin Nievera; Armo lends to the rock edge, citing bands like Tool, Deftones, and A Perfect Circle as influences; Chris admits to being influenced by acts like the Beatles, Foo Fighters and Gin Blossoms; and Yael listens to everything from pop to 80s power ballads up to the new metal phenomenon of the late 90s.
Following the release of their album, Sponge Cola found even greater success, as evidenced by several noteworthy accomplishments. They won the “Rising Sun Award” at the NU107 Rock Awards for successfully crossing over from the radio station’s core audience to the wider pop audience. MTV dubbed the band their “Rising Star” for December 2004, and the first single off the album, “KLSP”, was well-received by both radio and television audiences. The video for the single, which was released in early 2005, hit 1 on multiple MYX charts and stayed on the charts for several weeks. In late February, “Palabas” became the first rock album ever released through a full distribution deal to hit gold in the Philippines.
After the success of “KLSP,” the band decided to take a much-needed break to concentrate on their studies, as they were about to go into their senior year at Ateneo de Manila University. However, they continued to be a visible presence on the gig circuit, playing venues in Metro Manila as well as in the provinces, such as Naga, Iloilo, and Palawan.
With the release of their second single, Sponge Cola continued to rise in the music industry. “Gemini” was released simultaneously on radio stations and hit the 1 spot on 99.5 RT in just a day, a first for the station. A few days later, the song reached the top spot on 97.1 LSFM as well.
Sponge Cola found another hit single in “Una.” Released in early November, the song was well received by the band’s fans and enjoyed extensive airplay on major radio stations. The video for the song, directed by Wincy Ong, reached number 1 on the MYX charts. Another recent triumph for the band was lead singer Yael’s award for Best Male Rock Icon at the 2005 NU107 Rock Awards. In addition to this, Sponge Cola’s rendition of the Eraserheads classic, “Pare Ko,” is featured on the tribute album celebrating one of OPM’s most influential acts. To cap off their successful year, Sponge Cola also had the honor of holding the No.1 spot on 99.5RT’s year-end countdown. Another radio station, RX93.1, chose Sponge Cola as their Indie Artist of the Year, proving that the band’s accomplishments in 2005 did not go unrecognized.
As musicians who are not only working but were also pursuing their college degrees for some time, the members of Sponge Cola have inadvertently become role models for their younger fans. They have broken out of the mold of a traditional rock band by advocating clean living, hard work, and diligence. Bassist Gosh was an academic scholar, and, along with the other members, graduated with flying colors in March of 2006.
Just a few months after their graduation, they started recording songs for their sophomore album. After months of additional songwriting and recording, “Transit,” was ready to be released. By the first week of September 2006, the album was out in all the major record bars nationwide.
Transit proved to be a fitting title for the band’s second album because not only did it capture the feel of the songs, but it also encapsulated the members' growth as individuals and musicians. With the young band members finally graduating from college and releasing their pivotal second album, the band suddenly had to adjust to a fairly new predicament. Transit captures the period of adjustment that the band members went through as it is in fact "the next step," a statement that implies transition, not stagnation.
Musically, the band has also matured over the years. With the two-year gap between their albums, there was a big leap in terms of musical direction, but at the same time, they maintained the essence that took them to the dance—soaring vocals underscored by intense guitars and relentless rhythmic pounding. The added dimension of well-placed ambient layers of guitar and riff-based songwriting created a more diverse album. There was a different approach for each song, strengthening the identity of each track.
“Bitiw,” their carrier single from Transit, has claimed the top spot of various radio stations all across the country. It was their fifth consecutive music video to skyrocket to the 1 position in the MYX hit chart and stayed there for a prolonged time, due to the acceptance of the Filipino people of their brand of music.
Other highlights in the album include the six-minute epic “The Wandering” which pays tribute to the well-known TV series Lost; “Movie,” the band's current single which immortalizes the feeling of people in the “friends zone”; “Do You Know The Feeling,” an 80s inspired stadium rock song; “Nocturne,” a poignant piece that tackles insomnia and remembering of a past love.
For more info:
https://www.facebook.com/spongecola
https://www.instagram.com/sponge_cola/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFiniMD_UVBOyUf4r2JQ0Wg
https://twitter.com/SpongeColaPH
Tuliro
Sponge Cola Lyrics
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INTRO
1, 2, 3
Labis ako'y nahuhumaling
Sabik sa bawat sandaling
Ika'y makapiling
Giliw, hayaang lumapit
Huwag mo sanang ipagkait
Malas ang langit
CHORUS
Anong nadarama
Tuwing makikita kang dumarating
Tuliro, 'di malaman ang gagawin at
Walang sinumang makapipigil sa akin
At wala nang ibang makapagbabago ng aking isip sa 'yo (hay)
Wari, 'di ko na malimot
Mga galaw at kilos mo
Sa aking pagtulog
At sa panaginip, ika'y mamalagi
At 'di na muling malulumbay
Sa aking paggising
CHORUS
Anong nadarama
Tuwing makikita kang dumarating
Tuliro, 'di malaman ang gagawin at
Walang sinumang makapipigil sa akin
At wala nang ibang makapagbabago ng aking isip sa 'yo
Anong nadarama
AD LIB
CHORUS
Pa'nong nadarama
Gayong sa isip ko'y hindi ka maalis
Tuliro, 'di malaman ang gagawin at
Walang sinumang makapipigil sa akin
At wala nang ibang makapagbabago ng aking isip sa 'yo
Anong nadarama
Ngayon at nandirito ka sa aking tabi
Tuliro, 'di malaman ang gagawin at
Walang sinumang makapipigil sa akin
At wala nang ibang makapagbabago ng aking isip sa 'yo
Tuliro...
(Repeat till fade)
1, 2, 3
Labis ako'y nahuhumaling
Sabik sa bawat sandaling
Ika'y makapiling
Giliw, hayaang lumapit
Malas ang langit
CHORUS
Anong nadarama
Tuwing makikita kang dumarating
Tuliro, 'di malaman ang gagawin at
Walang sinumang makapipigil sa akin
At wala nang ibang makapagbabago ng aking isip sa 'yo (hay)
Wari, 'di ko na malimot
Mga galaw at kilos mo
Sa aking pagtulog
At sa panaginip, ika'y mamalagi
At 'di na muling malulumbay
Sa aking paggising
CHORUS
Anong nadarama
Tuwing makikita kang dumarating
Tuliro, 'di malaman ang gagawin at
Walang sinumang makapipigil sa akin
At wala nang ibang makapagbabago ng aking isip sa 'yo
Anong nadarama
AD LIB
CHORUS
Pa'nong nadarama
Gayong sa isip ko'y hindi ka maalis
Tuliro, 'di malaman ang gagawin at
Walang sinumang makapipigil sa akin
At wala nang ibang makapagbabago ng aking isip sa 'yo
Anong nadarama
Ngayon at nandirito ka sa aking tabi
Tuliro, 'di malaman ang gagawin at
Walang sinumang makapipigil sa akin
At wala nang ibang makapagbabago ng aking isip sa 'yo
Tuliro...
(Repeat till fade)
The song Tuliro by Sponge Cola expresses the feeling of being entranced by someone and the difficulty of controlling these intense emotions. The singer admits to being infatuated with the person, craving their presence and attention, but feeling lost and unsure of what to do when they are around. The lyrics convey the sense of being overwhelmed by attraction, causing confusion and uncertainty about how to behave.
The chorus repeats the word "Tuliro," which in Filipino means confused or disoriented. This word encapsulates the state of mind that the singer is experiencing when in the presence of the person they are attracted to. The lyrics also touch on the idea that no one else can change the singer's mind about their feelings towards this person – they are consumed by their emotions and unable to resist them.
Overall, the song Tuliro is a raw and honest portrayal of the intensity of attraction and its capacity to unbalance and confuse the human mind.
Line by Line Meaning
Labis ako'y nahuhumaling
I am deeply infatuated
Sabik sa bawat sandaling
Longing for every moment
Ika'y makapiling
To be with you
Giliw, hayaang lumapit
Beloved, let me come closer
Huwag mo sanang ipagkait
Please don't deny me
Malas ang langit
The heavens are unlucky
Anong nadarama
What am I feeling
Tuwing makikita kang dumarating
Every time I see you coming
Tuliro, 'di malaman ang gagawin at
Confused, not knowing what to do
Walang sinumang makapipigil sa akin
No one can stop me
At wala nang ibang makapagbabago ng aking isip sa 'yo
And nothing else can change my mind about you
Wari, 'di ko na malimot
It seems like I can't forget
Mga galaw at kilos mo
Your movements and actions
Sa aking pagtulog
In my sleep
At sa panaginip, ika'y mamalagi
And in my dreams, you'll stay
At 'di na muling malulumbay
And I won't be saddened again
Pa'nong nadarama
How am I feeling
Gayong sa isip ko'y hindi ka maalis
Even though I can't get you out of my mind
Ngayon at nandirito ka sa aking tabi
Now that you're here by my side
Tuliro...
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"Tuliro" Lyrics
Labis ako'y nahuhumaling
Sabik sa bawat sandaling
Ika'y makapiling
Giliw, hayaang lumapit
Huwag mo sanang ipagkait
Malas ang langit
Anong nadarama
Tuwing makikita kang dumarating
Tuliro, 'di malaman ang gagawin at
Walang sinumang makapipigil sa akin
At wala nang ibang makapagbabago ng aking isip sa 'yo (hay)
Wari, 'di ko na malimot
Mga galaw at kilos mo
Sa aking pagtulog
At sa panaginip, ika'y mamalagi
At 'di na muling malulumbay
Sa aking paggising
Anong nadarama
Tuwing makikita kang dumarating
Tuliro, 'di malaman ang gagawin at
Walang sinumang makapipigil sa akin
At wala nang ibang makapagbabago ng aking isip sa 'yo
Anong nadarama
Pa'nong nadarama
Gayong sa isip ko'y hindi ka maalis
Tuliro, 'di malaman ang gagawin at
Walang sinumang makapipigil sa akin
At wala nang ibang makapagbabago ng aking isip sa 'yo
Anong nadarama
Ngayon at nandirito ka sa aking tabi
Tuliro, 'di malaman ang gagawin at
Walang sinumang makapipigil sa akin
At wala nang ibang makapagbabago ng aking isip sa 'yo
Tuliro...
@user-ey3ps7gz3v
"Tuliro" Lyrics
Labis ako'y nahuhumaling
Sabik sa bawat sandaling
Ika'y makapiling
Giliw, hayaang lumapit
Huwag mo sanang ipagkait
Malas ang langit
Anong nadarama
Tuwing makikita kang dumarating
Tuliro, 'di malaman ang gagawin at
Walang sinumang makapipigil sa akin
At wala nang ibang makapagbabago ng aking isip sa 'yo (hay)
Wari, 'di ko na malimot
Mga galaw at kilos mo
Sa aking pagtulog
At sa panaginip, ika'y mamalagi
At 'di na muling malulumbay
Sa aking paggising
Anong nadarama
Tuwing makikita kang dumarating
Tuliro, 'di malaman ang gagawin at
Walang sinumang makapipigil sa akin
At wala nang ibang makapagbabago ng aking isip sa 'yo
Anong nadarama
Pa'nong nadarama
Gayong sa isip ko'y hindi ka maalis
Tuliro, 'di malaman ang gagawin at
Walang sinumang makapipigil sa akin
At wala nang ibang makapagbabago ng aking isip sa 'yo
Anong nadarama
Ngayon at nandirito ka sa aking tabi
Tuliro, 'di malaman ang gagawin at
Walang sinumang makapipigil sa akin
At wala nang ibang makapagbabago ng aking isip sa 'yo
Tuliro...
@adawwt7733
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@uwumarii
This song will always live rent free in my head
@lilypod_
I always have this nostalgic feeling, that never really happened 😅whenever I'm hearing this song. Gives me sadness and happiness at the same time.
@diavolo2366
Same
@honeymiel3470
2022 and i still crave for this song
@RIO-cu5rs
Good old days
@edessashemhong3327
2021 and still this song LSS me 💗
@trishamae.
2023 and it still hits different
@gigilabutapteamrubies611
Kinakanta ito ng crush ko,,, katabi lang ng bahay namin, way back 2006,,, hanggang ngayon kinikilig pa rin ako pag naririnig ko ang kantang to,,,,😊😊😊😊