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.
VERSUS
URBANDUB Lyrics
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Eating dust, pushed and shoved
Beaten up and blinded
I'm praying for the day when it ends.
So goodbye to the sun for now
'Till I come back again
When I do, you're the fool
I'll be pushing you
Standing on the back line
But now I'm way ahead (couldn't believe it)
I'm so tired of being left alone
Looked down, written off
Got to learn to fight it
I'll be laughing last when this all ends.
So goodbye to the sun for now
'Till I come back again
When I do, you're the fool
I'll be pushing you
Standing on the back line
But now I'm way ahead (couldn't believe it)
Was crawling for a long time
Now I'm way ahead (couldn't believe it)
I'm ready to take everything right back
It's a brand new day
The fire in my heart, it burns
In URBANDUB's song "Versus," the lyrics express feelings of frustration and determination from the perspective of someone who feels like they have been left behind by others. The first verse starts out with the singer feeling beaten up and blinded by those who have pushed and shoved them. They express hope for the day when it all ends, signifying the desire to move past the struggles they have faced. The chorus follows, saying goodbye to the sun until the singer comes back again, and when they do, they will be pushing the ones who left them behind. The second verse continues with the same theme, stating that they are tired of being left alone and written off. They urge themselves to learn to fight it and promise to be laughing last when it all ends. The bridge of the song showcases the singer's transformation, as they say they are now way ahead of others, couldn't believe it, and are ready to take everything back. They describe it as a brand new day, with a burning fire in their heart.
Overall, "Versus" speaks to the desire to overcome challenges and push back against those who may have held someone back or left them behind. It's an anthem of resilience, determination, and ultimately rising above one's circumstances.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm so tired of being left behind
I'm exhausted from always being left out and not seeing progress in my life.
Eating dust, pushed and shoved
I'm constantly being left in the dust and pushed around by others.
Beaten up and blinded
I've been defeated and can't see a way out of my struggles.
I'm praying for the day when it ends.
I'm hoping for an end to my pain and hardships.
So goodbye to the sun for now
I'm saying goodbye to the good moments and happiness for the time being.
'Till I come back again
I'm hoping to return to a better place in life.
When I do, you're the fool
When I come back and succeed, those who doubted me will look foolish.
I'll be pushing you
I'll succeed and surpass those who held me back.
Standing on the back line
I used to be unnoticed and not a priority.
But now I'm way ahead (couldn't believe it)
Now, I'm ahead of where I thought I could be and feel surprised.
I'm so tired of being left alone
I'm exhausted from feeling isolated and unsupported.
Looked down, written off
Others have dismissed me and my abilities.
Got to learn to fight it
I need to learn to resist being put down and fight for my goals.
I'll be laughing last when this all ends.
I'll have the last laugh when I succeed in the end.
Was crawling for a long time
I've been struggling for a while and haven't seen progress.
Now I'm way ahead (couldn't believe it)
Now, I've surpassed my struggles and can't believe how much progress I've made.
I'm ready to take everything right back
I'm prepared to take back control and succeed.
It's a brand new day
I have a fresh start and a new perspective to succeed.
The fire in my heart, it burns
I have a strong desire to succeed and am passionate about my goals.
Contributed by Kaelyn E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
idkaikooly
my all time favorite urbandub song maaaaan why do u guys have to quit now, farewell!
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