Anyway, here it is, @zehn34. My 'Ere' cover. Bahala ka na dian. Hahaha!

This song is by JK (Juan Karlos) and has been trending back home in the Philippines, especially on TikTok. What went viral the most was the bit where he swears and the part where he sang the words Tatlong Bilyon (three billion)... and I think that's really satisfying and honest. JK is a very talented singer. I've been a fan since I saw him perform on The Voice PH way back in 2014 if I am not mistaken. He's been a total performer from the very beginning, I must say!

Have a good one you all. 😊🎸🎶🇵🇭

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chichi18

Even though traveling by car is more comfortable and less prone to accidents, I think I would still opt to travel by motorbike on this road trip. Why? Well, riding a motorbike gives me that close-up connection to the destination I was headed for, and every turn and curve in the road makes me feel incredibly alive. Long road motorbiking as well gives me that sense of being in the present and I find it calm and soul rejuvenating. The smell of the trees, the breathtaking, lush view of the mountains, the roar of the rivers, the sounds of the swaying trees, and the noises of the many birds and insects were an absolute joy.

And the Banaue Rice Terraces, Hagdan-Hagdang Palayan ng Banawe as we say in Filipino, was our first stop. The ancestors of the Igorot tribe in Banaue, Ifugao, Philippines, carved these terraces by hand into the mountains 2000 years ago and were used to grow rice up until the present. Banaue is a small town situated in the province of Ifugao in the northern part of the Philippines. It is one of the biggest tourist spots in the country as well and is known as the "Eight Wonder of the World."

Apart from it being popular in our lunch club group, Hokey Pokey is a joyful dance, classic song for children. It is a song perfect to help the kids improve their imitation, listening and following instructions skills as well as expanding their vocabulary of directions and body parts. Fitness and coordination’s a goal to think of too! The song has a distinct tune as well, and I like how it makes extensive use of repetition by using the same exact phrases for each verse. The name of the body part is the only item that varies from verse to verse, which is a great aid for teaching kids about body parts. It is an engaging song that really gets everyone involved.

The song's complexity surprised me when I went to look it up, so I'm not sure where it exactly originated. In any case, I'm sharing along this link since I think the information is interesting.
https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/31063/ambiguous-origins-hokey-pokey

And Here ‘s how it’s done in action by the Wiggles of course in case you wanna dance along. 😁

Song Title: Hokey Pokey
By: The Wiggles
Lyrics Source: here

Lyrics

You put one hand in, you put one hand out
You put one hand in, and you shake it all about
You do the hokey pokey and you turn around
That's what it's all about

Whoa, the hokey pokey (the hokey pokey)
Whoa, the hokey pokey (the hokey pokey)
Whoa, the hokey pokey (the hokey pokey)
That's what it's all about

You put two hands in, you put two hands out
You put two hands in, and you shake it all about
You do the hokey pokey and you turn around
That's what it's all about

Whoa, the hokey pokey (the hokey pokey)
Whoa, the hokey pokey (the hokey pokey)
Whoa, the hokey pokey (the hokey pokey)
That's what it's all about

You take one foot in, you take one foot out
You take one foot in, and you shake it all about
You do the hokey pokey and you turn around
That's what it's all about

Whoa, the hokey pokey (hokey pokey)
Whoa, the hokey pokey (hokey pokey)
Whoa, the hokey pokey (hokey pokey)
That's what it's all about

You put two feet in, you put two feet out
You put two feet in, and you shake them all about
You do the hokey pokey and you turn around
That's what it's all about

Whoa, the hokey pokey (the hokey pokey)
Whoa, the hokey pokey (the hokey pokey)
Whoa, the hokey pokey (the hokey pokey)
That's what it's all about

You put your elbow in, you put your elbow out
You put your elbow in, and you shake it all about
You do the hokey pokey and you turn around
That's what it's all about

Whoa, the hokey pokey (the hokey pokey)
Whoa, the hokey pokey (the hokey pokey)
Whoa, the hokey pokey (the hokey pokey)
That's what it's all about

You put your head in, you put your head out
You put your head in, and you shake it all about
You do the hokey pokey and you turn around
That's what it's all about

Whoa, the hokey pokey (the hokey pokey)
Whoa, the hokey pokey (the hokey pokey)
Whoa, the hokey pokey (the hokey pokey)
That's what it's all about

You put whole body in, you put whole body out
You put your whole body in, and you shake it all about
You do the hokey pokey and you turn around
That's what it's all about

Whoa, the hokey pokey (the hokey pokey)
Whoa, the hokey pokey (the hokey pokey)
Whoa, he hokey pokey (the hokey pokey)
That's what it's all about

Thank you @aly.squid, our chosen Spotlight Artist for this week for choosing a wonderful theme of ‘Musica para Niños’ which translates to Music for children in English.

Thank you @hiveopenmic

Thank YOU for being here!

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chichi18

This year, if you ever celebrated one, how did you spend yours?

Unlike the majority of us Filipinos back home who takes the day off, I was working of course. Being an OFW (Overseas Foreign Worker) we don't celebrate it down here. Well, I have always been working on that particular day, since the past ‘I lost count’ years, but I do make an effort to check online news and stuff relating to it. Just a thought though, would it be fantastic if all Filipinos anywhere in the world, were obligated to take the day off as well? Hmmmm. But yeah, that would be too much I supposed, as we do have the day off when we celebrate Brunei’s National Day down here. Well, it was just wishful thinking, because why not right?! Haha

Then, I was reminded of the reggae band Tropical Depression and their song "Kapayapaan" as soon as I saw the @hiveph [contest] (https://peakd.com/hive-188409/@hiveph/hive-ph-contest-we-want-to-hear-your-songs-about-independence). ‘Kapayapaan’ in English means peace. I looked up an easier guitar version on YouTube and was glad to see that there are only three repeating chords. It looked easy and so I thought. Eeeek. The struggle came with the strumming. It took me numerous times to practice until I had enough as my fingers were sore already. I tried to make it sound reggae ‘er but it just won’t do. I don't think I will ever perfect this song, well not that I have one that is. LOL. I've listened to other musicians' covers, and I'm always in awe of how brilliantly they can play their guitars—it's as if they can knock on it and strum at the same time. It's so cool!

Back to the music we go. "Kapayapaan," which made its debut in the 1990s—exactly in 1994, according to Google—was a success back home. It has a catchy, energetic song and an enthusiastic, endearing feel that I adore. The song's lyrics, which call for peace and unity and encouraging listeners to dance together while holding hands and singing "Kapayapaan" (Peace) out loud, were both beautiful. It highlights the fact that despite our differences in our origins, experiences and culture, we share the same world and ought to work for peace. It is everyone's responsibility to work toward bringing about that world peace despite the differences. I particularly like how the song ends, reiterating that the world will eventually get united as one no matter how divided we might be if we join together as one.

THANK YOU for listening & reading!

The song's title, 'Don't Dream It's Over' might mean one of two things: either don't dream that it's over because there may still be hope, or don't dream or stop dreaming since it's over. For me, I think it’s the former as when you look up the rest of the lyrics the song is about not giving up. It basically tells us the value of being with that someone who can allow you the freedom to dream and ultimately support your success.

Song Title: Don’t Dream Its Over
By: The Crowded House
Lyrics Source

Lyrics

There is freedom within, there is freedom without
Try to catch a deluge in a paper cup
There's a battle ahead, many battles are lost
But you'll never see the end of the road
While you're traveling with me

[Chorus]
Hey now, hey now, don't dream it's over
Hey now, hey now, when the world comes in
They come, they come to build a wall between us
We know they won't win

[Verse 2]
Now I'm towing my car, there's a hole in the roof
My possessions are causing me suspicion, but there's no proof
In the paper today, tales of war and of waste
But you turn right over to the TV page

[Chorus]
Hey now, hey now, don't dream it's over
Hey now, hey now, when the world comes in
They come, they come to build a wall between us
We know they won't win

Thank you @ksam for the amazing theme of ‘Never Give Up’ this week

Thank you @hiveopenmic

Thank YOU for being here!

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chichi18

I chose this song because it reminds me of how much I enjoy being in nature and how I often fantasize about having a private hideaway. An enchanted river and forest where you may simply enjoy life without worrying about anything. Wishful huh?! But yeah, every time I hear this lovely song, that is exactly how I feel.

Lyrics

I walked across an empty land
I knew the pathway like the back of my hand
I felt the earth beneath my feet
Sat by the river and it made me complete

Oh, simple thing, where have you gone?
I'm gettin' old, and I need something to rely on
So, tell me when you're gonna let me in
I'm gettin' tired, and I need somewhere to begin

I came across a fallen tree
I felt the branches of it looking at me
Is this the place we used to love?
Is this the place that I've been dreaming of?

Oh, simple thing, where have you gone?
I'm gettin' old, and I need something to rely on
So, tell me when you're gonna let me in
I'm gettin' tired, and I need somewhere to begin

And if you have a minute, why don't we go
Talk about it somewhere only we know?
This could be the end of everything
So, why don't we go
Somewhere only we know?
Somewhere only we know

Oh, simple thing, where have you gone?
I'm getting old, and I need something to rely on
So, tell me when you're gonna let me in
I'm getting tired, and I need somewhere to begin

And if you have a minute, why don't we go
Talk about it somewhere only we know?
This could be the end of everything
So, why don't we go?
So, why don't we go?
Ooh, hey, hey
Oh-oh-oh

This could be the end of everything
So, why don't we go somewhere only we know?
Somewhere only we know
Somewhere only we know

Lyrics Source here

Thank you for the beautiful theme of ‘In Love with Nature and Mother Earth’ @wizj

Thank you @hiveopenmic

Thank YOU for being here!

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chichi18

It’s straightforward yet very powerful. The song's lyrics bring up relevant ideas like how everyone faces difficulties at some point, eventually urging listeners to maintain an optimistic mindset and be joyful as worrying will only make matters worse.

On the other hand, being worry-free does not imply that one doesn't care about their life or that they will fail. It just means having a cheerful view of life and letting go of unnecessary concerns. It's crucial to shift your attention from what you can't control to what you can create, focus on what matters most, let go of the rest, be happy, and have hope that everything will turn out for the best.

[Lyrics & Lyrics Source] (https://www.google.com/search?client=safari&rls=en&q=Don%27t+Worry+Be+happy+lyrics&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8)

Thank you @jmis101 for the beautiful ‘Hopeful’ theme this week.

Thank you @hiveopenmic

Thank YOU for being here!

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chichi18

Almost every day, especially at work, I come across this question, and my response, of course, depends on who is asking. If it's a close friend/colleague, I either shrug my shoulders, roll my eyes, or don't say anything at all. If they're lucky, I'll offer them my biggest and sweetest smile. Naturally, if it comes from the bosses, the response will always be a cheerful "Yup, all good," even if it's not always the case. LOL.

Yes, there are instances when being okay may be overvalued or ignored, but of course, we get to choose how we want things to go. Although being okay is what we all aspire to, there are times when it's equally fine to not be okay. Life is not always filled with sunshine and butterflies anyway. Finding something to do to work on it, is crucial. Appreciating and giving thanks for the good times more, to be modest, and learning from the bad is a great way too since that's when we grow stronger.

COFFEE

Lyrics & Lyrics Source Here

I first heard this song on Tiktok during the pandemic. It gained popularity on the underground, particularly after Powfu sampled it for his song Death Bed, Coffee for your Head . It is a light acoustic ballad written by and performed by Beabadoobee .

'Coffee' is so simple and catchy, and I adore it. Although I am aware that not everyone like coffee, I do, especially in the morning. Coffee completes my day and helps me feel good even when everything else around isn't.

Wonderful theme this week @maryjacy. Thank you.

Thank you @hiveopenmic

Thank YOU for being here!

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chichi18

Ok, going back to the theme, Google revealed that it originates from the Latin word "Frater," which means "brother." Contrary to fraternities, we women do have sororities, but I believe that the emphasis on unity and one love is what makes them so valuable.

And so, this week I've made the choice to have a go at the old but gold ‘Stand By Me’ by Ben E. King. It is a very popular song and I think almost everyone knows or at least is familiar with it.

Whilst looking it up I found a website sharing more details about the song. You can look it up here if it does interests you that is.

Wouldn't it be wonderful to have that someone by your side who would support and encourage you no matter what?

Lyrics/Lyrics Source HERE

Thank you @guitarmcy for the amazing theme.

Thank you always @hiveopenmic

Thank YOU for being here!

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chichi18

A rather catchy, straightforward song that I've always liked and didn't skip when it plays at the beginning of the show. As a matter of fact, I would turn up the volume for every episode's intro and sing my heart out. Every time. LOL.

"Friends" is a popular TV comedy series that debuted in 1994 and ran for ten seasons. The song I'll be there for You was a perfect fit for the series' theme because it centres on friendship. Like the song claims, the series does show that a friend "will be there" as a shoulder to lean on no matter what struggles one endures. Unquestionably a very positive quality of a good friend. And I bet each of us had or still has that friend in our lives.

Lyrics/Lyrics SourceHERE

@jesus-son, Thank you for choosing the lovely theme and for always dropping by and leaving a smile and words of support. I appreciate you.

@hiveopenmic for your existence, I'm grateful. My not-so-great singing and guitar-playing skills are always FUN to showcase here, and this community has always been incredibly encouraging.I have, of course, made new friends down here too.

And YOU of course for being here. Thank YOU!

_{Thumbnail Image screenshotted from @hiveopenmic and edited thru Canva}

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chichi18

Romantic relationships especially ones in LDRs (Long Distance Relationships) came first to mind when I saw the theme this week. Being in one at the moment I decided not to go through that context as I might well up. Kidding. LOL

Then a request for a cover of Gabrielle’s Rise came from @celticheartbeat.
I remembered how lovely the song was after looking it up. You see, whenever Gabrielle is mentioned, the song "Out of Reach" naturally springs to mind. The chords were in my favour as well, and I've finally found something to present this week. Woooop!

MY TAKE

By overcoming a toxic, unhealthy relationship and making the decision to pass the distance from not being all right to being okay, we may be able to prevent losing ourselves completely in sorrow and bitterness. It's never easy to imagine how we can succeed, but the important thing is to make the decision to rise and succeed while remaining persistent.

ABOUT THE SONG

Aiming to encourage listeners to realize that with perseverance, an excellent outcome is possible, Gabrielle's Rise tells the story of how she got back up after her life fell apart. Looking more closely, it appears that Gabrielle did approach Bob Dylan and request permission to utilize parts of his song, which Bob Dylan happily agreed to for the first time. That explains why the song's strongly similar of Bob Dylan's Knockin' On Heaven's Door, particularly the beginning part. To be honest, If I had not read about it, I wouldn’t have known.

Song Title: Rise
By: Gabrielle
Lyrics Source: here

Lyrics

I know that it's over
But I can't believe we're through
They say that time's a healer, yeah
And I'm better without you
It's gonna take time, I know
But I'll get over you
Look at my life
Look at my heart
I have seen them fall apart
Now I'm ready to rise again
Just look at my hopes
Look at my dreams
I'm building bridges from these scenes
Now I'm ready to rise again

Caught up in my thinking, yeah
Like a prisoner in my mind
You pose so many questions
That the truth was hard to find
I better think twice I know
That I'll get over you

Look at my life
Look at my heart
I have seen them fall apart
Now I'm ready to rise again
Just look at my hopes
Look at my dreams
I'm building bridges from these scenes
Now I'm ready to rise again

Much time has passed between us, hmm
Do you still think of me at all?
My world of broken promises
You won't catch me when I fall

Look at my life
Look at my heart
I have seen them fall apart
And now I'm ready to rise again
Just look at my hopes
Look at my dreams
I'm building bridges from these scenes
Now I'm ready to rise again

Yes, I'm gonna rise
Gonna make it alright
I'm gonna be who I wanna be
Yeah baby, yeah, yeah

I'm gonna make it alright

I'm gonna make it alright...

Thank you @celticheartbeat. If it were not for your request, I wouldn’t have remembered this beautiful song.

Thank you @karlex77 for the wonderful theme this week.

Thank you @hiveopenmic

Thank YOU for being here!

chichi18

The song is not finalized and official yet and is entitled 'Take Me to the River, I will swim" (Not sure if this is the real title too, but it is what people are calling it) A lot of people, including myself await its official debut which is hopefully soon.

https://www.google.com/search?q=Take+me+to+the+river+I+will+swim%C2%A0&client=safari&rls=en&sxsrf=APwXEdex-iufgql73tFmlHZovNgI0rBXVw%3A1681552272540&ei=kHM6ZIi2IPyF2roPp66zeA&ved=0ahUKEwiIvoCvzqv-AhX8glYBHSfXDA8Q4dUDCA4&uact=5&oq=Take+me+to+the+river+I+will+swim%C2%A0&gs_lcp=Cgxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAQAzIECCMQJzIECCMQJzIECCMQJzIFCAAQgAQyBQgAEIAEMgUIABCABDIFCAAQgAQyBQgAEIAEMgUIABCABDIFCAAQgAQ6CggAEIoFELADEEM6BggAEBYQHkoECEEYAVCrBViBDGDVEWgBcAB4AIABkgGIAYIFkgEDNC4ymAEAoAEByAEFwAEB&sclient=gws-wiz-serp#fpstate=ive&vld=cid:ac3f08e8,vid:piIVMXnZkRs
If you are in Tiktok, I bet you have seen and heard this.

It is a worship song I believe and I sooooo love the vibes it brings. It was captivating that I actually listen to it many times on my way to sleep last night and said to myself to have a go with it if my voice came back before the week ends, and it did. Luckily the chords were not that hard too. Woooop!

Song Title: Take Me To The River I Will Swim
By: Alex Yurkiv and Thelma C.
Lyrics Source: here

Lyrics

Your Love is High Like the Tide
Come and Pull Me in
I Wanna Get Low in Your Glory
See Places You’ve Been

Your Words Are Sweeter Than Honey
You Nourish My Soul
Oh Just to Know You is to Love
Come and Make Me Whole

Take Me to the River
I Will Swim I Will Swim

Thank you @williansmarquez for the lovely theme

Thank you @hiveopenmic

Thank YOU for being here!

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chichi18