Tough to describe the emotions of being in a relationship, regardless of what kind or type it is. The beauty and pain behind it is beyond words. Made of course in Tagalog (because my mother tongue has a way of making life sound more dramatic), here's my take on the subject :)

"Paalam"
Words and Music by Dags Miguel

Wag ka na din lang lumingon.
Isara mo na yang pinto. 
Ano pa ba ang pag-uusapan? 
Tapos na rin naman ang kwentuhan. 

Di naman naging sikreto. 
Ramdam ko na sa palad mo. 
Pipilit pa ba natin ang kulang? 
Kakayanin ngunit para saan? 
Para pa saan?

Paalam, paalam na pag-ibig.
Paalam na pag-ibig.. Kailan babalik?

Paalam, paalam na pag-ibig.
Paalam na kay pag-ibig.. Sana bumalik. 

Paalam

Writing this song was one of the most memorable things that happened to me while I was in Canada back in 2007. I was there for 6 months and I missed the Philippines so much that thankfully, because of music, I survived (thanks to my cousin Francis for lending me his guitar). I would eventually find my way back home, and this was the song I brought home with me. Already 6 years of age, it's one of my personal favorites!

"Now or Never (You and Me)"
Words and Music by Dags Miguel

Hello, how's it been?
Seems long ago since I last saw you face to face.
Where I was overseas, a thousand miles.
Time's a changin' maybe now is the proper time, 
to know where were going.

So I'll hope, I'll wait and see.

Behold I'm 23, older and wiser.
New hair cut, shiny shoes.. Please consider.
House and car, green backyard.. Life's never better. 
Now or never, will it be.. You and me?

Hello, you told me so..
Work's been really good for you from 9 to 5.
Yeah you’ve been saving wise.
A car, one that's yours. 
You like it I suppose.

Do you still think of me?

Behold, you're 26. Bold and stronger.
A new job, moving on.. to something better.
House and car green backyard.. Life's never better. 
Now or never, will it be.. You and me?

Know this, I'll be loving you forever!

Now or Never (You and Me)

I heard Rob Thomas' version a few years back and I got hooked. Here's my humble take on an 80's classic! I do not own the rights to this song. I just did a cover of it because it is one of my favorite songs to play and sing for friends and family :) 

Time after Time (Cover)

Revive was the theme song of GCF Youth LIVE's "Revive" camp back in 2005, and is the first of many original compositions featured in the evangelistic concert "SET FREE" also organized by GCF Youth LIVE back in 2007. 

"Revive" solo by Tim Espinosa
GCF Youth LIVE  "Revive" Youth Camp, 2005
Words and Music by David Miguel

You’re the love that never fails
And the Savior that died for me
Still I turn away keep running away
Only to run back to your arms
I take refuge in your embrace
Now forever I am changed
Through your love and through your grace
I am strong, I am strong

Because your love sets me free
And your word is the air I breath
Now this heart of mine
Through you is revived

From my tears I drowned 
You were the one that reached for me
And now this heart of mine
Beats for you alone

Revive (Live at SET FREE)

They say the best songs have the best #hugot, so props to my good friend Jana for this poem, because my meager guitar skills can only go so far. So if you similarly have hugot poems, send them to me and let's see what we can come up with.

Download it for free and let us both know what you think! Enjoy :)

"This"
Words by Jana Manlangit 
Music by Dags Miguel

Your smile, lasting
Your words, captivating
Your charm, enchanting
I continued holding
They said not to trust you
They were all against you
Together we pulled through
We conquered and we flew

This High
We threw our hands up in the sky

Your true colors manifest
Fairy tales non-existent
Brushed off from memory
They were right all along it seems

This High
We threw our hands up in the sky
But then the rainbow gave a sign

Your smile, lasting
Your words, captivating
Your charm, enchanting
Now no, who are you fooling?

This

So having grown up in the 90's and transitioning into Room for Squares and Dizzy Up the Girl early 2000's, this is me attempting to channel all the Mayers, Rzezniks and Matthews buried deep within my soul, pouring out what it means to be honest and authentic in relationships. 

So then... Be a good friend: 1) Stop Pretending, 2) Be real! 

Listen/ Download the song, and let me know what you think! :) 

"Pretend"
Words and Music by Dags Miguel

Yes I'll give my best and worst,
in between is where you'll find me.
Is there love that does not burn?
For what hurts there is amending.

So let's define circumstances. 
What's you see ain't what you're getting. 
Coz all that shines and all that sparkle, 
is all just 'best foot forward'.

So, this is the truth. 

Now will you please stop pretending? 
I can feel you.
I can feel it tonight. 
Will you please stop pretending? 
I can feel you.
I can feel it. 

I won't let it break me. 
I know I'm stronger than this. 
I won't go just fading away. 
Well I've got something to say..

Can we just stop pretending? 
I know. 
I am not the one who you need tonight. 
Can we just stop pretending? 
I can't feel you. 
I can't feel it. 

Dags Miguel

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