HIVE OPEN MIC 131 / PINOY AKO COVER

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An interestingly beautiful theme this week! Thank you @lasembradora for choosing "Orgullo Patrio" which means "National or Homeland Pride" in English. I actually had a struggle deciding as I had two songs on my mind that fits perfectly this week. Both were kinda' easy to play on the guitar too, but I had to pick just one.

As a result, I chose the song "Pinoy Ako" by Orange and Lemons. It was one of the most successful OPM ( Original Pilipino Music ) songs of the 2000s back home ( Philippines ) and it was associated with one of the most popular primetime TV shows, Pinoy Big Brother. You couldn't turn on the radio or see them on music channels for months after their debut without hearing/performing the song. It was very catchy and played practically everywhere! The song spread throughout the country, eventually making Orange & Lemons famous.

By the way, the term "Pinoy" refers to the people of the Philippines and is a slang term for Filipino. When referring to a female, the term Pinay is used, while Pinoy can also refer to both male and female. In English, ako means "me," hence combining the words "Pinoy Ako" implies "I am a Filipino."

I chose the song "Pinoy Ako" because I like the meaning and how cheerful it is. It is straightforward and emphasises the importance of being genuine through trusting in oneself and accepting one's flaws. It also motivates Filipinos to be unique and proud no matter where they come from, where they go, or what difficulties they may face. It depicts how a Filipino can proudly show the world what it means to be a Pinoy and what a Pinoy can do by keeping true to oneself rather than succumbing to the expectations of others.

Song Title: Pinoy Ako
By: Orange And Lemons
Lyrics Source: here

Lyrics

Lahat tayo, mayro'ng pagkakaiba
Sa tingin pa lang ay makikita na
Iba't ibang kagustuhan
Ngunit isang patutunguhan

Gabay at pagmamahal ang hanap mo
Magbibigay ng halaga sa iyo
Nais mong ipakilala
Kung sino ka man talaga

Pinoy, ikaw ay Pinoy
Ipakita sa mundo
Kung ano ang kaya mo
Ibang-iba ang Pinoy
Huwag kang matatakot
Ipagmalaki mo
Pinoy ako, Pinoy tayo

'Pakita mo ang tunay at kung sino ka
Mayro'n mang masama at maganda
Wala namang perpekto
Basta magpakatotoo
Oh, oh

Gabay at pagmamahal ang hanap mo
Magbibigay ng halaga sa iyo
Nais mong ipakilala
Kung sino ka man talaga

Pinoy, ikaw ay Pinoy
Ipakita sa mundo
Kung ano ang kaya mo
Ibang-iba ang Pinoy
Huwag kang matatakot
Ipagmalaki mo
Pinoy ako, Pinoy tayo

Talagang ganyan ang buhay
Dapat ka nang masanay
Wala ring mangyayari
Kung laging nakikibagay
Ipakilala ang 'yong sarili
Ano man sa 'yo'y mangyayari
Ang lagi mong iisipin
Kayang-kayang gawin

Pinoy, ikaw ay Pinoy
Ipakita sa mundo
Kung ano ang kaya mo
Ibang-iba ang Pinoy
Huwag kang matatakot
Ipagmalaki mo
Pinoy ako, Pinoy tayo

English Translation Source: here

I'm Filipino

Each of us is unique, You can see it in just a quick glance
We each have our own desires but we have one common destination
Guidance and Love is what you seek
Will give you a sense of importance
You desire to be made known for who are you really are.

Filipino, Your a Filipino
Show to the world
What you can accomplish
How unique are the Filipinos
Do not be afraid
Be Proud in yourself, I'm Filipino
We are Filipinos

Show to the world for who are you really are
Both your bad and good side
No one is perfect
Just be true to yourself oohh… oohh…
Guidance and Love is what you seek
Will give you a sense of importance
You desire to be made known for who are you really are.

Filipino, Your a Filipino
Show to the world
What you can accomplish
How unique are the Filipinos
Do not be afraid
Be Proud in yourself, I'm Filipino
We are Filipinos

That is how life works
So get used to it
Nothing will happen
If you just follow the crowd
Introduce your true self
Whatever happens to you
Just think always
That you can do it

Filipino, Your a Filipino
Show to the world
What you can accomplish
How unique are the Filipinos
Do not be afraid
Be Proud in yourself, I'm Filipino
We are Filipinos

Thank you fellow Hive Music Lovers most especially to @hiveopenmic!

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Proud Pinoy here on Hive ! 🇵🇭❤️

chichi18😊

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