ABOUT THE BAND:
Urbandub is Gabby Alipe (Vocalist / Guitarist), Lalay Lim (Bassist), John Mendoza (Drummer) and John Dinopol (Lead Guitarist). Urbandub's career thus far has given much inspiration and support to upcoming acts, most of which fall under the Lighter Records stable such as Faspitch, The Ambassadors, Still, Nuncyspungen (Cagayan) and Point Click Kill (Ilo Ilo). Each of them now aspire to take their own roads in music, paving their own way and modeling some of their steps after the success of Urbandub.
From the very first day that this band was formed (in the year 2000), they were destined to be something more than the ordinary. Forced to be independent due to the lack of support coming from major record companies, Urbandub released their debut album called BIRTH. Off of this album, the hit tracks “Come”, “Give” and “Would You Go” launched and took their world by storm. Unique, timely and yet experimental, it was something that entertainment scenes around the Philippines needed: a kick-start into the future of original music.
With the release of their sophomore effort, INFLUENCE (Lighter Records), Urbandub took on a new form, changing their sound with a new drummer (From Jed Honrado to Jerros Dolino). It was the sound in this album that clearly defined the steps that Urbandub would start to take. The track “Soul Searching” later won the award as Best Song of the Year in the NU107 Rock Awards 2003. Pushing the sound further, the collection bagged the Album Of The Year Award in the NU107 Rock Awards 2004.
Urbandub released their album EMBRACE in 2005, and with it, it proved that there is hope for struggling artists. With help from their community and the noise they created, they were able to grab the attention of EMI Music Philippines. Since then the band has kept Lighter Records as their management arm and guide. In line with their ideals, EMI allowed the members the creative freedom to record their album on their home soil of Cebu. They have also been able to maintain their independent principles while taking major steps into the scene that has awaited their new sound.
After more than 10,000 albums sold, thousands of miles traveled around the country and some dizzying highs and lows, an energized Urbandub returned with UNDER SOUTHERN LIGHTS in 2007. This latest album boasts 10 tracks of Urbandub’s new approach to their own brand—their brilliance shines throughout a melodious rock tune and diverse songwriting.
Evidence
URBANDUB Lyrics
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So why am I still left here cryin'?
Caught in these ways of emotions as people stare
I find there's no real place for me to hide
Well I've been trying in vain
Was only fooling myself
The pain still stays the same
Caught you in the arms of another
I've been dying everyday since then
Caught you in the arms of another
I've found out about you
Caught you in the arms of another
I've been dying everyday since then
Caught you in the arms of another
I've found out about you
What more is it that you need
Right now clearly it's not me
With every minute that I gave to you
The punches that I took from you
Why was there no warning love?
What more is it that you need
Right now clearly it's not me
Despite everything I did for you
Excused if I'm surprised
Was the moment that I found out that we were through
Caught you in the arms of another
I've been dying everyday since then
Caught you in the arms of another
I've found out about you
Caught you in the arms of another
I've been dying everyday since then
Caught you in the arms of another
I've found out about you
When everything seemed alright
You turn and break my heart
Didn't I deserve your love?
It kills me inside to think of his arms
Wrapped around you now,
Is he a better lover than I?
Well I've been trying in vain
Was only fooling myself
With each passing day
The pain still stays the same
Caught you in the arms of another
I've been dying everyday since then
Caught you in the arms of another
I've found out about you
Caught you in the arms of another
I've found out about you
Caught you in the arms of another
I've found out about you
Caught you in the arms of another
I've found out about you
Caught you in the arms of another
I've found out about you
Time has a way of healing, or so they say
So why am I still left here?
The lyrics of "Evidence" by URBANDUB revolve around the pain of betrayal and heartbreak. The singer seems to have caught his lover in the arms of someone else, and ever since then, he's been struggling to move on. Throughout the song, he questions why he wasn't given any warning about the end of the relationship and wonders if the new lover is better than him. He's hurt and confused, and even though time is supposed to heal all wounds, he still feels stuck in his feelings.
The lyrics are very raw and emotional, and they capture the pain of heartbreak so well. The singer feels like he's been punched in the gut, and he's struggling to come to terms with what he's seen. He's in pain, and even though he's been trying to move on, he can't seem to shake off the hurt. The line "Time has a way of healing, or so they say / So why am I still left here cryin'?" is particularly poignant, as it shows the singer's frustration with the idea of time being a cure-all for heartbreak.
Overall, "Evidence" is a powerful song that deals with the universal experience of heartbreak. It's a song that many people can relate to, and it captures the pain and confusion that comes with being betrayed and left behind.
Line by Line Meaning
Time has a way of healing, or so they say
People say that time can make you feel better after a heartbreak, but the singer is still feeling pain and sadness.
So why am I still left here cryin'?
The singer is questioning why they are still feeling so emotional despite the passage of time.
Caught in these ways of emotions as people stare
The singer feels trapped in their emotions and is aware of people watching them and possibly judging them for being so emotional.
I find there's no real place for me to hide
The artist feels like they have nowhere to go to escape their emotions and the attention of others.
Well I've been trying in vain
The artist has been making an effort to move on or feel better, but it hasn't been successful.
Was only fooling myself
The singer realizes that they were misguided in thinking they could just move past the pain without properly dealing with it.
With each passing day
Despite the passage of time, the pain has not lessened for the singer.
The pain still stays the same
The artist is still feeling hurt and emotionally wounded despite their efforts to move on.
Caught you in the arms of another
The artist caught their loved one being unfaithful with someone else.
I've been dying everyday since then
Since discovering the infidelity, the artist has been in immense emotional pain and feels like a part of them is dying every day.
I've found out about you
The singer is acknowledging that they now know about their lover's infidelity.
What more is it that you need
The artist is questioning what their lover wants or needs, since it isn't them.
Right now clearly it's not me
The singer has come to the realization that their lover is not interested in them anymore.
With every minute that I gave to you
The singer feels that they invested a lot of time and energy in their relationship with their lover.
The punches that I took from you
The singer feels like they endured hardship and suffering in their relationship with their lover.
Why was there no warning love?
The artist is wondering why their lover didn't give them any indication that they were unhappy or planning on being unfaithful.
Despite everything I did for you
The artist is acknowledging that they were a loyal and attentive partner to their lover.
Excused if I'm surprised
The singer is surprised and feels a sense of betrayal after discovering the infidelity despite their efforts in the relationship.
Was the moment that I found out that we were through
The discovery of the infidelity led the singer to realize that the relationship was over.
When everything seemed alright
The artist thought everything was going well in their relationship prior to discovering the infidelity.
You turn and break my heart
The discovery of the infidelity shattered the artist's heart and trust in their lover.
Didn't I deserve your love?
The artist is questioning why they weren't enough for their lover and whether they deserved to be cheated on.
It kills me inside to think of his arms
The thought of their lover being intimate with someone else is causing immense emotional pain for the singer.
Wrapped around you now,
The artist imagines the other person's arms around their lover.
Is he a better lover than I?
The singer is wondering if the other person is a better partner than they were.
I've found out about you
The singer has discovered the infidelity and knows the truth.
Contributed by James G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@anthonycuaca2252
Time has a way of healing, or so they say
So why am I still left here cryin'?
Caught in these ways of emotions as people stare
I find there's no real place for me to hide
Well I've been trying in vain
Was only fooling myself
With each passing day
The pain still stays the same
Caught you in the arms of another
I've been dying everyday since then
Caught you in the arms of another
I've found out about you
Caught you in the arms of another
I've been dying everyday since then
Caught you in the arms of another
I've found out about you
What more is it that you need
Right now clearly it's not me
With every minute that I gave to you
The punches that I took from you
Why was there no warning, love?
What more is it that you need
Right now clearly it's not me
Despite everything I did for you
Excused if I'm surprised
Was the moment that I found out that we were through, oh
Caught you in the arms of another
I've been dying everyday since then
Caught you in the arms of another
I've found out about you
Caught you in the arms of another
I've been dying everyday since then
Caught you in the arms of another
I've found out about you
When everything seemed alright
You turn and break my heart
Didn't I deserve your love?
It kills me inside to think of his arms
Wrapped around you now
Is he a better lover than I?
Well I've been trying in vain
Was only fooling myself
With each passing day
The pain still stays the same
Caught you in the arms of another
I've been dying everyday since then
Caught you in the arms of another
I've found out about you
Caught you in the arms of another
I've been dying everyday since then
Caught you in the arms of another
I've found out about you
Caught you in the arms of another
I've found out about you
Caught you in the arms of another
I've found out about you
Caught you in the arms of another
I've found out about you
Caught you in the arms of another
I've found out about you
Time has a way of healing, or so they say
So why am I still left here?
@ettezusyram3514
Highschool days i enjoyed this music.. now 2024 im experiencing this!!!
@malayameansfreedom
same
@angelineching4946
Sobrang sakit...🥺😭
@lydrensalvador763
Ive been listinening to this since high school. Now im experiencing it
@mackymunar2278
The memories erased, but the feeling, the pain, remains. Been through these shit for almost a decade. Dedicated my whole f*cking life for her but this is what I still get. Life can be sooooooo unfair.
@filipinaexpat
Dubista since Saguijo days! Walang digital recordings puro live gigs aasa sa announcement sa radyo!
@wazzzzzzzzupppppppppp3007
Highschool days!
@spunkyzerofive
Ipatulfo yung mga na caught in the arms of another. Haha. Kidding. Still a unique and great song made by a Filipino. Still Dubista!
@franzhades2902
Yung binigay mo sakanya lahat oras attention at pag mamahal pero nagawa paring mangabit ng gagi.. saklap pre saklap
@EliseoJunTubatyu
The pain still stays the same.....