Artists Starting with Letter R

Explore Filipino artists starting with the letter R. This section features a dedicated list of OPM musicians and their most popular tracks.

Find the English translation of their lyrics and truly connect with the stories being told in every verse.


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Hanggang Ngayon by Kyla | English Translation

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CONTEXT:  "Hanggang Ngayon" means "Until Now", reflecting the song's core narrative of unending longing and the silent hope of reclaiming a love that remains only in memory. [Verse] Sa'king pag-iisa In my loneliness Alaala ka I remember you Bakit hanggang ngayon ay ikaw pa rin sinta? Mm Why is it still you until now, love? Mm At sa hatinggabi, sa pagtulog mo And at midnight, while you sleep Hanap mo ba ako hanggang sa paggising mo? Do you look for me until you wake up? Kailanman ika'y inibig ng tunay I have always loved you truly [Chorus] 'Wag mong limutin Never forget Pag-ibig sa'kin na iyong pinadama The love you made me feel Pintig ng puso, 'wag mong itago The heartbeat, don't hide it Sa isang kahapong sana'y magbalik In a yesterday I hope will return Nang mapawi ang pagluha When the tears subside Ba't hanggang ngayon ay ikaw pa rin ang mahal? (Hmm) Why is it until now it's still you that I love?  (Hmm) [Verse 2] 'Di ma...
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Elesi by Rivermaya | English Translation

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CONTEXT: "Elesi" is a Filipino word for a propeller blade like the ones from airplanes. You can also picture out one of those pinwheel toys made of paper, a "magical propeller" that takes you to a happy place. [Verse] 'Pag automatic na ang luha When tears become automatic Tuwing naghahating-gabi Every time midnight comes 'Pag imposibleng mapatawa When it's impossible to laugh At 'di na madapuan ng ngiti And no smile can be found [Pre-Chorus] Kumapit ka kaya Won't you hold on Sa akin nang ikaw ay To me so you'll be Maitangay sa kalayaan ng ligaya Taken away to the freedom of happiness [Chorus] Tayo na, tayo na Let's go, let's go Ika'y magtiwala sapagka't ngayon gabi Trust in me because tonight Ako ang mahiwagang I am the magical Elesi Propeller [Verse] 'Pag komplikado ang problema When the problem is complicated Parang relong made in Japan Like a watch made in Japan At para ding sandwich na nasa lunchbox mong nawawala An...
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Unti-unti by Up Dharma Down | English Translation

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CONTEXT : Translating to 'Little by little,' this track explores the entire lifecycle of a romance . It reflects the gradual nature of intimacy and the equally gradual process of separation, culminating in the long-held aspiration that one day their paths will cross again. [Intro] Ooh-ooh-ooh Ah-ah, ah-ah, ah [Verse 1] Unti-unting naglalapit Slowly getting closer Ang ating mga mundo Our worlds Pag-asa ay ating bitbit We carry hope Maligaya't walang takot Happy and fearless [Chorus] Ang saya at pagsinta'y tila walang kapantay The joy and passion seem unparalleled Inaabangan ang bawat pagtagpo Looking forward to every encounter Walang mintis ang tuwa sa 'ting dalawa The joy between us never fails Hinamak ang lahat Defied everything [Verse 2] Unti-unting nawawala Slowly disappearing Ang iyong mga salita Your words Dahan-dahang naglalaho Are slowly fading Ang lahat ng pangako All the promises Napapansing lumalayo I notice them drifting away Ang iyong tingin Y...
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Multo by Cup of Joe | English Translation

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CONTEXT : "Multo" translates to "Ghost" and at its core, the song is a reflection on the 'ghosts' of past romance . It captures the torture of a love that refuses to leave, transforming memories into a haunting presence that stays with you every day. It’s a testament to how some feelings never truly vanish or "be at peace", they simply become the shadows we live with. [Verse 1] Humingang malalim, pumikit na muna Take a deep breath, close your eyes for a moment At baka sakaling namamalikmata lang And maybe I'm just seeing things Ba't nababahala? 'Di ba't ako'y mag-isa? Why am I worried? Aren't I alone? Kala ko'y payapa, boses mo'y tumatawag pa I thought it was peaceful, but your voice is still calling [Pre-Chorus] Binaon naman na ang lahat I've buried everything Tinakpan naman na 'king sugat I've covered my wounds Ngunit ba't ba andito pa rin? But why is it still here? Hirap na 'kong intindih...
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Saksi ang Langit by December Avenue | English Translation

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CONTEXT : "Saksi ang Langit" (directly translates to “The Sky is Witness”) serves as an anthem of devotion, where the heavens act as the ultimate observer of a couple's love. It’s a song that celebrates finding 'the one' and declaring that profound commitment. [Verse 1] Nangangarap lang Just dreaming Habang ika'y pinagmamasdan While watching you Nagbibilang ng iyong hakbang Counting your steps Hanggang ika’y aking mahagkan Until I can kiss you [Pre-Chorus] Di sasayangin ang oras sa pag-ibig mo I won't waste time with your love Mas pipiliin ko I'd rather Ibigay lahat pati itong aking mundo Give everything, including my world [Chorus] Halika't sumayaw sa ilalim ng bituin Come and dance under the stars Habang ako’y nakatingin sa'yo While I'm looking at you Wala na 'kong ibang mahihiling There's nothing else I could ask for Saksi ang langit sa'tin The sky is our witness [Verse 2] Wag kang magtaka Don't wonder Kung baki...
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Naiilang by Le John | English Translation

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CONTEXT:  "Naiilang" translates to "Awkward," which fits the song's theme of navigating the blurred lines between friendship and romance. The lyrics focus on the pivotal moment of confession, emphasizing the courage needed to reveal one’s heart to a close friend. It is a raw look at the hope and hesitation that define the "friendzone" crossover. [Verse 1] Giliw Love Ikaw talaga ang nasa puso You're really the one in my heart Nabigla ka ba nito? Did this surprise you? Wala na siguro ang tiwala mo sa akin I suppose your trust in me is gone Pero sandali lang But just wait a moment [Pre-Chorus] Alam ko naman, kaibigan tayo I know, we're friends Kasalanan bang mahulog sa 'yo? Is it a sin to fall for you? [Chorus] Tumingin ka sa akin Look at me Gusto kong linawin I want to clarify Naiilang ka ba 'pag tayo lang dal'wa? Do you feel awkward when it's just the two of us? Sinasabi ko nga na atin ang mundo I'm saying that the w...
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Pag-ibig ay Kanibalismo II by fitterkarma | English Translation

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CONTEXT:   Maintaining the band's occult themes , the lyrics balance sweetness and playfulness with the macabre , using visceral horror to illustrate a love that is entirely all-consuming. [Verse 1] Tayo'y mag momotor We'll ride a motorcycle Sa mga kalsada ng Siquijor On the streets of Siquijor At magsigawan tayo And let's all scream Na parang nasa horror Like we're in a horror movie Tayo’y magkatay ng tao Let's slaughter people Sabay isalang at i-adobo And cook them adobo style Huwag ka lang magsabi ng totoo Just don't tell the truth [Chorus] Ibabalik kita nang buong-buo I'll return you whole Pangako 'yun sa'yo I promise you Sa’yo lang ang puso ko My heart is only yours Kahit kainin mo Even if you eat it [Verse 2] Magdodroga tayo We'll do drugs Kimi lang, bawal 'yon (Kimi lang, bawal 'yon) Just kidding, that's illegal (Just  kidding, that's illegal) 'Di ako masamang tao I'm not a bad person Pumapatay lang ako I just m...
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Ikaw Lang Patutunguhan by Amiel Sol | English Translation

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CONTEXT : Title directly translates to "You are my only destination."  This line captures the heart of the song: a total devotion to one person. Using the metaphor of a journey at sea, it shows that no matter how rough the waves of life get, they are the only place he wants to end up. [Verse 1] Minamasdan na naman ang kawalan I'm staring into nothingness again Ako'y hinahatid ng mga bituin sa'yo The stars are taking me to you Sa'n man maglayag Wherever I sail Ikaw lang patutunguhan You're the only destination At sa aking pagdating And upon my arrival Sa'yo ko lang sasabihing I'll only tell you [Chorus] Kay palad na ikaw How lucky that it’s you  Ang kapiling ko sa ilalim ng buwan I’m with under the moon At kay saya na ikaw And h ow glad I am it’s you Ang katabi ko sa pagsikat ng araw By my side  when the sun rises Ooh-ooh, oh, ooh-ooh, oh, mm-mm [Verse 2] Di mawawala, gabay ang kalawakan I won't be lost, the sky is my guide Dama ang p...
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Dilaw by Maki | English Translation

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CONTEXT:  "Dilaw" directly translates to "Yellow" which in this song symbolizes the radiant light of a true partner . It captures the journey from being lost in heartbreak to finding a love that shines with the warm glow. For the narrator, she is his "tanglaw", the glowing certainty and guiding light he refuses to lose. [Intro] Ika'-ika'-ika', ikaw Y-y-y-you [Verse 1] Alam mo bang muntikan na sumuko ang puso ko? Did you know my heart almost gave up? Sa paulit-ulit na pagkakataon na nasaktan, nabigo In the repeated times of being hurt, failed [Pre-Chorus] Mukhang delikado na naman ako It seems I'm in danger again Oh, bakit ba kinikilig na naman ako? Oh, why am I feeling so excited again? Pero ngayon ay parang kakaiba But now it seems different Pag nakatingin sa 'yong mata, ang mundo ay kalma When I look into your eyes, the world is calm [Chorus] Ngayong nand'yan ka na, 'di magmamadali Now that you're there, I'm not ru...
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Aura by IV of Spades | English Translation

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CONTEXT : The song is about navigating the confusion of a fading or complicated connection and struggle in regaining that "aura", the glow of liveliness, again. It captures the tension between a mind that is "wandering" or troubled and a heart that still wants to "embrace" the other person despite the messiness. [Verse 1] Alam kong mayro'ng dinadalang lungkot I know there’s a sadness you’re carrying Di na malaman ang nadarama, nadarama I don't know what I'm feeling anymore, what I'm feeling Sa huli, sana'y makita pang muli In the end, I hope to see once more Ang pungay ng 'yong matang gumaganda The soulfulness of your eyes as they grow more beautiful Nasa'n ka na? Where are you now? [Chorus] Tingnan natin nang husto (Pagmasdan mo nang maigi) Let's take a better look (Look carefully) Ang makulay kong mundo (Mga tao sa paligid) My colorful world (People around me) Kahit minsa'y magulo (Kahit medyo alanganin) Even if ...
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