A Philippine-based band proudly waving the banner of hometown Cebu, Urbandu… Read Full Bio ↴A Philippine-based band proudly waving the banner of hometown Cebu, Urbandub is growing to be a titan, a superpower of the Pinoy independent rock movement. Local or International, they're jet-set to stir up waves, raising the level for today's modern angst. Listen up and try their songs for size. Their craft could only get better.

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.

Safety in Numbers
URBANDUB Lyrics

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I used to be alive
and so beautiful inside
now i lost my way
an open book with a torn page
something is missing in me
i'm losing control
behind these four walls
i can't breathe anymore

believe in me, believe in me

Honestly, this distance is whats killing me
i lied when i said waiting was fine
i need you here with me now cause
every hour hurts, except the last one kills

Don't say, your losing your faith in me
it's only your mind that fills itself with dirty
images, i'm losing control behind these four walls
i can't breathe anymore, believe in me, believe in me

Honestly, this distance is whats klilling me
i lied when i said waiting was fine
i need you here with me now cause
every hour hurts, every hour hurts,

except the last one, except the last one,
except the last one kills.

Overall Meaning

URBANDUB's song Safety in Numbers is a melancholic piece that tackles the struggles of a person who has lost their identity and sense of direction due to life's difficulties. The verse "I used to be alive and so beautiful inside" highlights the stark contrast between their past self and their current state of being lost. The line "an open book with a torn page" is a metaphor for the singer's incomplete story, as if they are missing an essential component of themselves.

As the song progresses, it becomes apparent that their separation from a loved one has made things worse. The line "Honestly, this distance is what's killing me" emphasizes the excruciating effects of being far from someone they care about. The singer acknowledges their lie about being okay with waiting, as they are now consumed with the pain of being apart. The line "every hour hurts, except the last one kills" alludes to the sentiment that time seems to slow down when one is anticipating an impending joyous moment.

Furthermore, the chorus highlights the singer's plea for believing in them. The line "don't say you're losing your faith in me" suggests that they are feeling betrayed by someone they cherish, who doesn't entirely have faith in them. Overall, the lyrics reflect a sense of longing for completion, acceptance, and support, and how these aspects are crucial to being fulfilled and content in life.

Line by Line Meaning

I used to be alive
I was once full of life and energy

and so beautiful inside
I had a beautiful soul and spirit

now i lost my way
I feel lost and directionless

an open book with a torn page
I am open and honest, but feel damaged and incomplete

something is missing in me
I feel like a part of me is missing or incomplete

i'm losing control
I feel like I am losing control of my life or emotions

behind these four walls
I am trapped or confined in some way

i can't breathe anymore
I am suffocating and feeling overwhelmed

believe in me, believe in me
I am asking for someone's faith and trust in me

Honestly, this distance is whats killing me
The physical or emotional distance between us is causing me pain and suffering

i lied when i said waiting was fine
I pretended to be okay with waiting, but it's really hurting me