You may not understand the language but still u feel emotion... The story is about a boy who used to be a drugler...he knew that his parents were doing almost everything for him...the time when he is a baby his parents would stay up night just to prepare milk...well things change when he grew up he want freedom and yeah he go jail and realize he was wrong...
There is another version of this masterpiece in Japanese named 息子。the japanese version lyric meaning is nearly the same with this original one. I sometimes sang along with the japanese version.
Music is a universel thing. Without understanding the words we can still understand the music. It’s a beautyful language, It's the language of our hart. Love to everyone who loves this song. By the way: I'm from the Netherlands. 💕💕
I'm Bangladeshi. I had a tough time finding the authentic singer and composer. There's copy version of this strain. I took a screenshot from a video clip and had to image-hunt to find the name; Freddie Aguilar, then came a joyful ecstasy. Still, this song gets me out of the universe. Thanks Philippine for this great gift
This song has been translated in 27 languages. It's regarded as the best Filipino song of all time after 'Ang Huling El Bimbo' by Eraserheads. Hands down 👊
I beg to differ, one of the best human music that connects to what it means to be human. Remorse, guilt and asking for forgiveness. The cry of the lost only to be heard transcends languages, races, nationality and even culture.
I am Korean who grew up hearing this song. Now I listen to this song again with the same movement and excitement..... Yeah I am old now but still can't describe too much how I got emotionally stabilized with this song. Viva Philippines, Viva Freddie Aguilla....
I'm Korean when I hear this song.... memories my father when he was younger then my age were so poor even not eat meal all family many day then I leave my home... in my heart still painful and miss my papa... we can meet soon I think
Touching. Many Philippine people experienced as what you did. I have so much respect for you people over there and you are so strong. You are an example for the world and a great country which i hope to visit in my old days.
When you hear a song in a language you don't understand, but it touches your hart and soul, you know you are listening to a masterpiece. After all this year's it still brings tears in my eyes, So unbelievable beautiful. Thank you Freddie!
This song was a huge hit in my country (Netherlands) in late 1980. There is even a Dutch artist who covered this song in Dutch, although his version has nothing to do with the original lyrics. This song is, in my humble opinion, a classic. I still love it.
I am nearing 60 now but I still get misty-eyed whenever I hear this song, specially inside a quiet room. Somehow, it makes me feel that I have not given back enough love to my parents while they were still alive.
+hans versendaal what are you talking about? this song was composed and mafe by the person you are watching in this video he is oure filipino this sobg is pure filipino
I am almost 34 now - Half Egyptian half Spanish, and my father always played this song for me when I was a kid, and I still come here and listen to it!
Many radio stations in Europe played this song in the late late 70's . Posters of Freddie with his guitar could be seen especially in northern European towns. Of course nobody understood a word but the melody's hauntingly beautiful.
Kumusta Freddy, Iam from Austria ,my husband is a Pilipina. I am a singer. let me tell you. For me you make the greatest musik and your style and voice is so great. Iam a Big fan from your musikI dont speak Tagalog but i sing your Songs example Ipaglalaban Ko. You the number One of Pinoy Folk. your Music goes so deep into the heart and Soul. If i sing your Songs i must cry.
i m a Persian... i live in Philippine though.. my father been here from 1978 to 1984 and he was always playing the cassette tape he brought with him back in a days...
this song is evidence that music is universal. It was a big hit in the Netherlands in the late `70s or early `80s. In those days we did not have internet or cellphones or what ever, except our turntables and stereo-sets. So how the f.. could we know what the lyrics meant. Only years later when i read an article about Anak Krakatau ( in the straits of Sunda) i learned that Anak means child. It is a beautiful song and an ever better arrangement, with the guitars and strings and all. Great song, timeless!
BertBlanco1962 No kidding...I never knew this song was known in other countries and languages in 70's. I grew up in the 70's and Anak was a big hit in radio in the whole islands...there's not even an electricity in my island Panay (middle island) of Philippines. We all just listen to radio.I'm amaze how it travelled to your country...it must be the sound waves. Glad you knew the meaning. Cheers to All our Parents.
It was a hit in 1980 and I bought the single and played it over and over again and sang along, not having a clue what I was singing. Still play it from time to time and it still gives me goosebumps everytime.
@@ronkalkhoven2119 Wow!!! I knew it traveled around Southeast Asian countries but never thought in Netherlands. I was in grade school and now 2 days before my golden Bday 😂. Glad to know from you Sir...I dream to visit Europe one day.
When I was in my teens, I always thought that this was Indonesian language. A little later I found out it was Tagaloc ( Philipino language ). I would like to dedicate this song to the Bayanihan (People from the Philipines who work everywhere in the world).
Im a Sri Lankan . I was doing my Law entrance exam. To enter Sri lanka Law College. One of thr Toughest Exams in South Asia. I happened to watch a movie called gangnam and I found this masterpiece. I was so tired of studying and mental pressure that I had those days. I cant understand a single word of this song. But I kept listening to this. Coz everytime this eased my mind. Finally I got through it. I got selected to Law college and Im in final year now. When I listen to this my nostalgic hard days comes to my mind. Thankyou mr. Freddy for this song. ❤️
Wow I love this song..my father always sing this song ,,,, I'm from Sabah my father filipina and my mother kadazan When I play this song I always remember my father ,,,,I love you dad ,,,,
I’m Malaysian, i dont understand a word of this song.However, this song has always shined light upon my soul every time i listen to it. Thank you, Freddie Aguilar.
im filipino, and "anak" basically means son, and the song talks about a son who is very ungrateful to his parents and doesn't realize his mistake until after he got imprisoned when he did bad things
indeed😉 have you heard his revival of this? it's pretty good than this because he added the death of his father then regrets of being astray, it became 7 minute longer than this.
you guys should have heard a recent revival/cover of this song; this original is 'untouchable' and will always be an unrivaled classic but the new, young singer added some "flavor" to the drama and made it as relevant as it already is: ua-cam.com/video/XE-B9ii8kbE/v-deo.html
@@fawn_the_fairy5721 I'm one of the few that don't like this extended version. If one listens to the whole of his works, his other songs 'fill out' the essence of Anak.
im filipino, and "anak" basically means son, and the song talks about a son who is very ungrateful to his parents and doesn't realize his mistake until after he got imprisoned when he did bad things
These song top n hits also at my country Malaysia .The title of ANAK meaning the same kids also for Philipine..The Singer Freddie also famous at many countries .
It's poetically written. The main idea of the song is we take for granted the way our parents love us unconditionally. Its about a child who grew up to be rebellious and a drug addick, but in the end realize the hardship and with tears in his eyes felt remorse. Its a dramatic and poetic song.
It would be also nice to hear a second version to this song like “ ANAK II” One that takes it to the next level expressing about what it would be like losing your parents. A real lesson of life to learn.
I haven’t heard this song in over 20 years. I’m a Filipino and I love everything about it: the lyrics, the melody, the emotions that it brings out from the listener. It is very universal. This is Freddie’s entry to the First Metro Pop Song Festival in Manila Philippines in1978. It didn’t win the first prize but it became the most popular and most appreciated all over the world. I am very proud of you, Mr. Freddie Aguilar. A song like Anak comes once in a lifetime. I’m lucky it came in my lifetime. But this song is timeless. It will continue to be appreciated long after most of us are gone! MARAMING SALAMAT. Ka Freddie.👍🏼👏👏
I am from the netherlands, when i was a little boy my parents used to play this song from some album, i never knew what the song was about, but i always liked it. When i got older and after my dad died i found this song on youtube and the translation of it. Since then i love this song even more. I still listen to it in the orginal version, but atleast now i know what the song is about :)
watwiljenudan it was the song that inspired the PEOPLE POWER movement that brought down the Marcos regime the anak (child) referred to in the song represents the Philippines
I still remember this song when it was so popular even in Germany. We didn't understand the lyrics but our hearts were touched by the spirit of the Melodie and his tender voice.
+Rudolf Aigner Same here in The Netherlands! When it came out in 1980, it went straight to the top of the charts here. And still, everytime I hear it, I get tears in my eyes, cause it's SUCH a beautiful song, even though I don't understand a word of what he sings! :)
+Marcelleke its about parents love to their child. When the child grew up refused to listen to the parents. Finally the regretted and came to see the crying mom.
+masni mustafa Do you know if the lyrics of this song are autobiographic? In other words: is it about himself (assumed that he wrote the lyrics himself)?
We are not Filipinos we don’t understand the meaning,but once if u heard this song,u can feel something,that song there is something which u never forget,ur heart always tell u to listen this song again n again..💞
This is a post from a fellow Filipino from other UA-cam video of anak cover. Anak means My Child (spoken in 2nd person). This is NOT a literal translation but my own way of translating it so you have a better appreciation of the song. I added the "my" before the word child as this is more befitting for the song popularized by Freddie Aguilar (Folksong legend in the 🇵🇭). Anak Freddie Aguilar ANAK LYRICS Nang isilang ka sa mundong ito (when you were born into this world) Laking tuwa ng magulang mo (your parents felt a surge of pure happiness) At ang kamay nila ang iyong ilaw (and their guiding hands are your beacon of light. ) At ang nanay at tatay mo'y (and your mom and dad) Di malaman ang gagawin (are fretful and afraid) Minamasdan pati pagtulog mo (that they keep watch over you even in your sleep) At sa gabi'y napupuyat ang iyong nanay (and with sleepless nighttime , your mom ) Sa pagtimpla ng gatas mo (prepare and feed your milk) > NOTE this shows the sacrifices of the mom preferring to the milk as a symbol At sa umaga nama'y kalong ka (and at daytime you are cuddled ) Ng iyong amang tuwang-tuwa sa iyo (by your dad who is overly blissful with you) Ngayon nga ay malaki ka na (and now that you are an adolescent ) Nais mo'y maging malaya (you wish to be free and independent) Di man sila payag (though they have hesitations) Walang magagawa (they allowed you) Ikaw nga ay biglang nagbago (Suddenly, you begin to change) Naging matigas ang iyong ulo (became stubborn and indignant) At ang payo nila'y sinuway mo (you defied their guidance) Di mo man lang inisip na (why haven't it crossed your mind) Ang kanilang ginagawa'y para sa iyo (that everything they do are for your own good) Pagkat ang nais mo'y (should it be because you wanted) Masunod ang layaw mo (to just follow what you feel like wanting w/o thinking of their welfare) Di mo sila pinapansin (you completely shut your door behind them) Nagdaan pa ang mga araw (As time passed by) At ang landas mo'y naligaw (your life spiralled downhill and you went astray and got lost) Ikaw ay nalulong sa masamang bisyo (you succumbed to vices and wrongdoings. ) At ang una mong nilapitan (the first person you asked for forgiveness) Ang iyong inang lumuluha (is your mom who is in crying in grief) At ang tanong, "anak, ba't ka nagkaganyan?" (and she caringly asked, "my child, why did you end up like that?" At ang iyong mata'y biglang lumuha ng di mo napapansin (and your eyes begin to tear up suddenly) Nagsisisi at sa isip mo'y (you're full of remorse and in your contemplation) Nalaman mong ika'y nagkamali (you realized all the mistakes you have done. )
Me impresionó la traducción de la canción soy latina primera vez que escucho este tema tuve curiosidad por buscarlo ya que un cantante español Migue Bose tiene una versión demasiado parecida en la melodía pero la letra es distinta gran tema
Sometime around 1980's I was writing and producing radio dramas for RTM and accidentally listened to this song. I used a small portion of this song in my drama but I don't know about the singer. I was looking for this song almost 35 years.
I am an Indian...a fan of korean dramas and movies...i heard this song in movie gangnam blues...i didn't know the meaning..but this song touched me..after long time i again heard it on youtube...and now i searched for its meaning and singer...also came to know that it is sung by phillipino folk singer....so deep so pure the song is....and also realised that in every part of the world emotions always talk in same words. Also the world is so small if you are eager to explore it.
I was lucky enough to attend a private audition with Freddie on a day before 1982 Christmas in Morong, Bataan. He sang several songs, including Anak. I didn’t know that I was sitting next to a legend.
As a once wayward son in the US, this song spoke to my heart the first time I heard it. I could listen to it everyday. I thank God for this gem to remind me who I am, where I've been, and where I'm going. Thank you Jesus.
My uncle told me that when this song was played in Japan, many Japanese suddenly had tears in their eyes unaware. This song is indeed penetrates the heart and soul.
The lyrics translated into japanese is the most accurate compared to other languages. And one more thing i guess is that bc unlike other asian cultures where children often obey and take care of parents, which relationships btw them are in hence strong, japanese life style is similar to that of western countries. Maybe this song unconciously hit their hearts and reminded them about those who raised them, feeded them, took care of them in the childhood. The old in japan are lonely and have to take care by themselves.
according to my father they played this song every single day at the first free (non governmental) radio station in Switzerland - Radio 24 back then in the 80ies. He is still listening to it. One day i'll try to play it on guitar for him. To impress my gratefulness of what my parents did for me. Love you Mami and Papi!
i never thought that this song is also famous to nonfilipinos.. its make me kinda happy that this song ddnt go unheard to othrs.. we have many other beautiful songs too.. try searching for some
i think i was 5 when i heard this song. i love this song so much for unknown reason. i even don't understand what this song meant, but when i was a child, i found this song is sad, but joyable at the same time. it's happiness and sadness at the same time. i love it. i never knew what the song called, but i remembered my brother told me it's anak. in indonesia anak means child. i dunno why, but i forgot about it eventually. it was the time of tape record. we lost the tape so i never heard it again, and the tape player was broken. now, i missed this song because soldier of fortune by deep purple reminds me of this song, i asked my brother for this song. luckily he still remembers it. now i know what it means, and i think this was fated to help so many people in this world, because i already felt the emotion in it when i was a child, when i know nothing about world. it's amazing really.
I am Thai, I don't understand but I can feel the song. You are so great. In Thailand this song is very popular. My friend is a Philippino teacher teaching in Thailand told me the meaning is about the son who is not good and father mother are so suffer and still love the son เพลงนี้เวอร์ชั่นภาษาไทยเพราะเหมือนกัน ฟังแล้วร้องไห้เลย ไม่เชื่อลองหาฟังดู เพราะทั้งไทย ทั้งฟิลิปินส์
I'm Indonesian. What I like of this song is The sensation of 70's / 80's, give me a nostalgic feeling even though I don't understand the language. So good to hear this
When you were born into this world Your mom and dad saw a dream fulfilled Dream come true The answer to their prayers
You were to them a special child Gave 'em joy every time you smiled Each time you cried They're at your side to care
Child, you don't know You'll never know how far they'd go To give you all their love can give To see you through and God it's true They'd die for you, if they must, to see you here
How many seasons came and went So many years have now been spent For time ran fast And now at last you're strong
Now what has gotten over you You seem to hate your parents too Do speak out your mind Why do you find them wrong
Child you don't know You'll never know how far they'd go To give you all their love can give To see you through and God it's true They'd die for you, if they must, to see you near
And now your path has gone astray Child you ain't sure what to do or say You're so alone No friends are on your side
And child you now break down in tears Let them drive away your fears Where must you go Their arms stay open wide
2X [Child you don't know You'll never know how far they'd go To give you all their love can give To see you through and God it's true They'd die for you, if they must, to see you]
anak-anakosayo...We are one asean ...have a similar skin,similar language.Similar culture..Proud to be asean .Proud to be asean people....Ka freddie Aguilar is the best..Greeting from Sabah Malaysia.We are one family.
SantiagO rosales mga taOng lomaya tlad mg mg asawa kNang mga ibang lahe Kya bgsabihin mas pnili mu Ang ibang Tao ki saiyong fmelya kHit ayaw NG mgulang wla slang mGwa Kya mg ingat sna hNdi mgbAgo Ang khApon
I spent over 15 years travelling the world for my job as a salesman. Many, too many, evenings sat alone in hotel bars and coffee shops with a book I heard this so many times by the Filipino singers. I loved the song but never understood it nor knew its name. Many years after I stopped travelling I discovered the song again and learned about it and the singer. I t is still a favourite of mine but I listen to the beauty of the song but also with sadness at the time I lost with my wife and children while I was away working. I can play the song whenever I want but I can never get those years back as my boys were growing up and my wife was growing distant.
I have a thread going on Facebook about the saddest song of all time. A navy buddy reminded me of Anak. Even if you don't know Tagalog, the emotion pours out in Freddies voice. What a song! What an artist!
ANAK is a universal song, the original is in the Tagalog language, sung by Freddie Aguilar and translated into many languages all over the world. I don't know Tagalog at all but the best version of ANAK I enjoy most is the original Tagalog version and that too sung by Freddie. Freddie's voice is deep penetrating when combined with the music and tune. This is an evergreen song that will last for a 1000 years.
I heard this song first time in Radio (in Germany) when i was 11 or 12 years old. In that time I did not understand the words but now I'm 59 and I know what the song is saying but it still makes me sad a little. Thank you Freddie
I don't know if I've already commented on this, but I particularly like this song just because I don't know what it is all about. Once I was tempted to "investigate" about what he is singing, but then I refrained from it, since this way just everything is in that song. Depending on my mood and train of thought Freddie sings about the according subject.
I'm half filipino so yeah. my mum was born in the Philippines so she teaches us this song and other words, she also told us that this song is about a kid who ran away from home he disobeyed his parents and he got things his way he got into drugs and then after a while he realized he made a mistake and asked for the forgiveness of his parents.
I grew up listening to this song in Malay version. But the original version is so much better and emotional even though I don’t understand the language
No entiendo lo que dice pero puedo sentir esa buena vibra que inspira la canción! Hablo español soy Latinoamericano y me alegra compartir raíces españolas con las personas Filipinas! Hermosa canción, saludos!
Clearly and no contest, this is the greatest musical composition that has come from the Philippines and written by a prolific Filipino composer - Freddie Aguilar. The music, lyrics and arrangement are in perfect harmony that it is unquestionably a musical masterpiece par excellence.
Dit liedje hoorde eind jaren '70 denk ik, in een mis op school. Ik vond en vind het nog altijd heel mooi. Heb hier ook een LP liggen van Freddie Aguilar.
I’m Filipino with a family of my mom and dad I’m an only child. We moved to America when I was baby the only generation from my fathers side that left the country. After high school drugs took a hold of me. Been arrested locked up in a cell, me and my parents were always going at it my life was deteriorating. When I turned 30 God came into my life and since then I’ve been clean and sober and back with my loving parents. During the dark times during my drug use my parents always loved me no matter what and they are so happy that God has changed my life. I always heard this song as a kid but it took me until just recently to understand what the song means and the story it sings and it made my heart drop. I will forever play this song to remember how my parents stood by me through the rough times. The song damn near represents what we went through
Oh man es ist einfach Wahnsinn. Auch wenn man kaum ein Wort versteht, das Gefühl kommt trotzdem mit einer Wucht rüber. Einfach zuhören und genießen :-)
Pertama kali aku dengar lagu-lagu Fredy pada tahun 1980,dan aku punya casettnya. Aku menyenanginya sampai sekarang, teristimewa lagu Anak ( versi Malay, Tagalog, Inggeris ). Terimakasih kepada yang sudah berbagi.
I'm Malaysia I grew up listening to this song till I can sing this song even I can't understand the contents... Such a soul touching music and he's voice ❤
Ich habe ihn vor ungefähr 40 Jahren im deutschen Fernsehen gesehen und gehört. Es hat mich Monate gekostet, diesen Song im Original zu bekommen. In Englisch war es kein Problem, aber das Original ist einfach wunderbar
Muka Mo my dad played this song 20+ years back on cassette tape, and I've been listening to again since 1 year back. touching and now whenever I get to meet my parents, I will surely hold their hands and say I love you to them.
The Philippines have such beautiful people, as well from the outside as the inside. I feel so sad that the disaster took place.. Right now I cant do much in the country itself, but I promise to myself later on when Im older I will try to help the filipinos. Part filipino dito.
but the message of this song is pretty painful---not warming nor cuddling at all--but I guess the melody gives a certain warmth which is good to alleviate the painful words of the song.
im filipino, and "anak" basically means son, and the song talks about a son who is very ungrateful to his parents and doesn't realize his mistake until after he got imprisoned when he did bad things
I am from different world outside your universe when i first heard this song it touched my heart and soul even i dont what is this - hope one day alien from outerspace will comment this.
that's why it's become super hits around the world because of the melody and harmony as well as the lyrics, everyone can relate on this magnificent song.
Love you Freddi... This song will sang till the end... Love from Bangladesh. 🇧🇩 When you were born into this world Your mom and dad saw a dream fulfilled Dream come true The answer to their prayers You were to them a special child Gave 'em joy every time you smiled Each time you cried They're at your side to care Child, you don't know You'll never know how far they'd go To give you all their love can give To see you through and God it's true They'd die for you, if they must, to see you here How many seasons came and went So many years have now been spent For time ran fast And now at last you're strong Now what has gotten over you You seem to hate your parents too Do speak out your mind Why do you find them wrong Child you don't know You'll never know how far they'd go To give you all their love can give To see you through and God it's true They'd die for you, if they must, to see you live And now your path has gone astray Child you ain't sure what to do or say You're so alone No friends are on your side And child you now break down in tears Let them drive away your fears Where must you go Their arms stay open wide Child you don't know You'll never know how far they'd go To give you all their love can give To see you through and God it's true They'd die for you, if they must, to see you live Child you don't know You'll never know how far they'd go To give you all their love can give To see you through and God it's true They'd die for you, if they must, to see you live
My wife played this song at home and I liked it so much I played it over and over. In May of 2013 I was in Manila with my family and when I expressed a liking for his music a Filipino friend asked me if I'd like to meet him. We went to Ka Freddie's, his club in Manila and when he came in he was not only approachable but I got to shoot a few games of pool with him. (He's pretty good, we broke even). When he went up to do a set it was a great time. Many of the songs he played that night I still listen to just to remember.
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I'm a Japanese, cannot understand their language at all but whenever I hear this song, It appeals to my inner heart.
You may not understand the language but still u feel emotion...
The story is about a boy who used to be a drugler...he knew that his parents were doing almost everything for him...the time when he is a baby his parents would stay up night just to prepare milk...well things change when he grew up he want freedom and yeah he go jail and realize he was wrong...
It's about a son who hurts his parents a lot because of his drug use...very sad song indeed, but o so beautiful
There is another version of this masterpiece in Japanese named 息子。the japanese version lyric meaning is nearly the same with this original one. I sometimes sang along with the japanese version.
For me too...I'm from India
Music is a universel thing. Without understanding the words we can still understand the music. It’s a beautyful language, It's the language of our hart. Love to everyone who loves this song.
By the way: I'm from the Netherlands. 💕💕
I'm Bangladeshi. I had a tough time finding the authentic singer and composer. There's copy version of this strain. I took a screenshot from a video clip and had to image-hunt to find the name; Freddie Aguilar, then came a joyful ecstasy. Still, this song gets me out of the universe.
Thanks Philippine for this great gift
Haha same here brother
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Yes Bro, আমার ভাইয়েরা ক্যামনে পারে এত meaningful একটা গানকে ছ্যাঁক খাওয়া গান বানাতে...
yeah. its a shame. we used to have great composers. now , we are reduced to copy paste from f..ing philipine.
Yahhh
This song has been translated in 27 languages. It's regarded as the best Filipino song of all time after 'Ang Huling El Bimbo' by Eraserheads. Hands down 👊
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I beg to differ, one of the best human music that connects to what it means to be human. Remorse, guilt and asking for forgiveness. The cry of the lost only to be heard transcends languages, races, nationality and even culture.
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Malaysia version, here translate to anak.
I am from England but love singing this song in the Philippines. Filipinos always shock to see me sing this.
So do I, nice song
And so do i.
Nice song also in english version
❤️
Hi John my favourite saw him play in the Philippines in the 80s
I am Korean who grew up hearing this song. Now I listen to this song again with the same movement and excitement..... Yeah I am old now but still can't describe too much how I got emotionally stabilized with this song. Viva Philippines, Viva Freddie Aguilla....
im working korea .my kongjang favorate song anak.he was also version song hangul.
+Adib Tanjeem :v :v :v
+Adib Tanjeem i don't know where is french his word.
n can u understand if he wrote korean?
he just wrote what he feel.
+mea kurenai i know. but when i heard korean version, it feel so different.
i wanna feel like native song
+Dino Kim Ohhhh its about the singer coz he feel the melody with heart and soul!
I'm Korean when I hear this song.... memories my father when he was younger then my age were so poor even not eat meal all family many day then I leave my home... in my heart still painful and miss my papa... we can meet soon I think
BTOB sang this song, too!
Touching. Many Philippine people experienced as what you did. I have so much respect for you people over there and you are so strong. You are an example for the world and a great country which i hope to visit in my old days.
When you hear a song in a language you don't understand, but it touches your hart and soul, you know you are listening to a masterpiece. After all this year's it still brings tears in my eyes, So unbelievable beautiful. Thank you Freddie!
I am agree, your woeds, is truly original from the deepest of your heart.
This song was a huge hit in my country (Netherlands) in late 1980. There is even a Dutch artist who covered this song in Dutch, although his version has nothing to do with the original lyrics. This song is, in my humble opinion, a classic. I still love it.
Thank bro
@@lionheart9795 why are you thanking him bro
@@PinoyAbnoy
Bro he appreciate our OPM Filipinos song
I am nearing 60 now but I still get misty-eyed whenever I hear this song, specially inside a quiet room. Somehow, it makes me feel that I have not given back enough love to my parents while they were still alive.
..probably the only Filipino song that is known 'worldwide'.
+youtuber It was a huge hit in the Netherlands.
+Saartje Hond And I still love it!
+youtuber it is inuk not philpino
+hans versendaal what are you talking about? this song was composed and mafe by the person you are watching in this video he is oure filipino this sobg is pure filipino
hans versendaal Echt niet.
i am from Holland, 45 years old. First time i heard this song is when i whas a little boy.
Back then, and still now a days this song is magical to me.
Mooi he?
One of the most beautiful songs ever made.
I did cover this song. Feel free to watch.. ua-cam.com/video/pujPOhYKpgA/v-deo.html
I am almost 34 now - Half Egyptian half Spanish, and my father always played this song for me when I was a kid, and I still come here and listen to it!
Many radio stations in Europe played this song in the late late 70's . Posters of Freddie with his guitar could be seen especially in northern European towns.
Of course nobody understood a word but the melody's hauntingly beautiful.
I am Vietnamese, this is my grandma's favorite song. I heard it when I was a very little child. I miss you Grandma
Kumusta Freddy, Iam from Austria ,my husband is a Pilipina. I am a singer. let me tell you. For me you make the greatest musik and your style and voice is so great. Iam a Big fan from your musikI dont speak Tagalog but i sing your Songs example Ipaglalaban Ko. You the number One of Pinoy Folk. your Music goes so deep into the heart and Soul. If i sing your Songs i must cry.
Are you a sing a songwriter ? Good luck 😍😍😍😍
Who else agrees with me that whenever you hear this song, it reminds you of your father?
i m a Persian... i live in Philippine though.. my father been here from 1978 to 1984 and he was always playing the cassette tape he brought with him back in a days...
there's a Freddie song that focuses on the father as well."ala ala"
Robe Liam marerealize mo na ang lahat ng pangaral ng mga magulang ay tama.
My dad and I used to listen to this on repeat mode
Remind me of my mom actually.. She would always sing this song to put us to sleep..😅
this song is evidence that music is universal. It was a big hit in the Netherlands in the late `70s or early `80s. In those days we did not have internet or cellphones or what ever, except our turntables and stereo-sets. So how the f.. could we know what the lyrics meant. Only years later when i read an article about Anak Krakatau ( in the straits of Sunda) i learned that Anak means child. It is a beautiful song and an ever better arrangement, with the guitars and strings and all. Great song, timeless!
BertBlanco1962
No kidding...I never knew this song was known in other countries and languages in 70's. I grew up in the 70's and Anak was a big hit in radio in the whole islands...there's not even an electricity in my island Panay (middle island) of Philippines. We all just listen to radio.I'm amaze how it travelled to your country...it must be the sound waves. Glad you knew the meaning. Cheers to All our Parents.
Mauli Ako I am from the Netherlands also and remember this melody in my youth. Lovely.
It was a hit in 1980 and I bought the single and played it over and over again and sang along, not having a clue what I was singing. Still play it from time to time and it still gives me goosebumps everytime.
@@ronkalkhoven2119
Wow!!! I knew it traveled around Southeast Asian countries but never thought in Netherlands. I was in grade school and now 2 days before my golden Bday 😂. Glad to know from you Sir...I dream to visit Europe one day.
wow, in Netherlands it is popular, I am at Hong Kong.
When I was in my teens, I always thought that this was Indonesian language. A little later I found out it was Tagaloc ( Philipino language ). I would like to dedicate this song to the Bayanihan (People from the Philipines who work everywhere in the world).
Im a Sri Lankan . I was doing my Law entrance exam. To enter Sri lanka Law College. One of thr Toughest Exams in South Asia.
I happened to watch a movie called gangnam and I found this masterpiece.
I was so tired of studying and mental pressure that I had those days.
I cant understand a single word of this song. But I kept listening to this. Coz everytime this eased my mind. Finally I got through it. I got selected to Law college and Im in final year now. When I listen to this my nostalgic hard days comes to my mind. Thankyou mr. Freddy for this song. ❤️
💖🙏⚘Congratulations And God Bless You💖🙏⚘Keep Safe⚘
Wow! Congrats ♥️♥️
One of the best and most beautiful songs coming from the Philippines, it was a BIG hit back than in the Netherlands.
Wow I love this song..my father always sing this song ,,,, I'm from Sabah my father filipina and my mother kadazan
When I play this song I always remember my father ,,,,I love you dad ,,,,
+Maxcie Muse : Love you Filipino :x
+Maxcie Muse Awesome memory !
+Maxcie Muse kadazan ?? i don't know kadazan ???
+Maxcie Muse Hello! Is "Kadazan" a group of people native to Malaysia?
+nasi tempe me to I miss my dead fathers I really love him :'( :'( :'( 😿😿😭😭😭😭😭😭
Legendary Freddy! This song never gets old!!
and never will.
I’m Malaysian, i dont understand a word of this song.However, this song has always shined light upon my soul every time i listen to it. Thank you, Freddie Aguilar.
It has a translated version in your country
im filipino, and "anak" basically means son, and the song talks about a son who is very ungrateful to his parents and doesn't realize his mistake until after he got imprisoned when he did bad things
best song ever by a very talented Filipino singer & composer!!!
indeed😉 have you heard his revival of this? it's pretty good than this because he added the death of his father then regrets of being astray, it became 7 minute longer than this.
BobMels Gardens The native talent to the great mother
have u heard the street version of this? it starts with 'na isalang ka sa manila zoo' lol. we were street kids making a comedy version of these
you guys should have heard a recent revival/cover of this song; this original is 'untouchable' and will always be an unrivaled classic but the new, young singer added some "flavor" to the drama and made it as relevant as it already is: ua-cam.com/video/XE-B9ii8kbE/v-deo.html
@@fawn_the_fairy5721 I'm one of the few that don't like this extended version. If one listens to the whole of his works, his other songs 'fill out' the essence of Anak.
this song proofs that Music is the True language. do not understands what he sings, but it goes direct in my Heart.
the title of the song is CHILD
im filipino, and "anak" basically means son, and the song talks about a son who is very ungrateful to his parents and doesn't realize his mistake until after he got imprisoned when he did bad things
These song top n hits also at my country Malaysia .The title of ANAK meaning the same kids also for Philipine..The Singer Freddie also famous at many countries .
It's poetically written. The main idea of the song is we take for granted the way our parents love us unconditionally. Its about a child who grew up to be rebellious and a drug addick, but in the end realize the hardship and with tears in his eyes felt remorse. Its a dramatic and poetic song.
It would be also nice to hear a second version to this song like “ ANAK II” One that takes it to the next level expressing about what it would be like losing your parents. A real lesson of life to learn.
I haven’t heard this song in over 20 years. I’m a Filipino and I love everything about it: the lyrics, the melody, the emotions that it brings out from the listener. It is very universal. This is Freddie’s entry to the First Metro Pop Song Festival in Manila Philippines in1978. It didn’t win the first prize but it became the most popular and most appreciated all over the world. I am very proud of you, Mr. Freddie Aguilar. A song like Anak comes once in a lifetime. I’m lucky it came in my lifetime. But this song is timeless. It will continue to be appreciated long after most of us are gone! MARAMING SALAMAT. Ka Freddie.👍🏼👏👏
THIS IF I AM NOT WRONG IS IN THE GUINNESS RECORD AS THE MOST TRANSLATED SONG IN THE WORLD....
I was wondering that this wonderful song not even won one of the first 4 prizes relating to Wikipedia
("Metro Manila Popular Music Festival"). 🤔
My dad passed down this song to me when i was like a kid. For a kid who doesn't know anything, I am who and what today, thanks to my dad.
I am from the netherlands, when i was a little boy my parents used to play this song from some album, i never knew what the song was about, but i always liked it. When i got older and after my dad died i found this song on youtube and the translation of it. Since then i love this song even more. I still listen to it in the orginal version, but atleast now i know what the song is about :)
watwiljenudan it was the song that inspired the PEOPLE POWER movement that brought down the Marcos regime the anak (child) referred to in the song represents the Philippines
Thanks for the information :)
Attorney Gray you don't know about the Marcos Regime. ur idiot ,you didnot know the difference between now and the Marcos REGIME
naoki387 I lived in the Philippines during the Marcos regime naoki
I still remember this song when it was so popular even in Germany. We didn't understand the lyrics but our hearts were touched by the spirit of the Melodie and his tender voice.
+Rudolf Aigner Same here in The Netherlands! When it came out in 1980, it went straight to the top of the charts here. And still, everytime I hear it, I get tears in my eyes, cause it's SUCH a beautiful song, even though I don't understand a word of what he sings! :)
+Marcelleke its about parents love to their child. When the child grew up refused to listen to the parents. Finally the regretted and came to see the crying mom.
+masni mustafa Do you know if the lyrics of this song are autobiographic? In other words: is it about himself (assumed that he wrote the lyrics himself)?
+Marcelleke its autobiography. u can check wikipedia
+Rudolf Aigner Ich glaube die deutsche Version wurde von Michael Holm gesungen : " Kind" 198o .
We are not Filipinos we don’t understand the meaning,but once if u heard this song,u can feel something,that song there is something which u never forget,ur heart always tell u to listen this song again n again..💞
I'm also not a Filipino, but I did a cover. Feel free to watch.. ua-cam.com/video/pujPOhYKpgA/v-deo.html
This is a post from a fellow Filipino from other UA-cam video of anak cover.
Anak means My Child (spoken in 2nd person). This is NOT a literal translation but my own way of translating it so you have a better appreciation of the song. I added the "my" before the word child as this is more befitting for the song popularized by Freddie Aguilar (Folksong legend in the 🇵🇭).
Anak
Freddie Aguilar
ANAK LYRICS
Nang isilang ka sa mundong ito
(when you were born into this world)
Laking tuwa ng magulang mo
(your parents felt a surge of pure happiness)
At ang kamay nila ang iyong ilaw
(and their guiding hands are your beacon of light. )
At ang nanay at tatay mo'y
(and your mom and dad)
Di malaman ang gagawin
(are fretful and afraid)
Minamasdan pati pagtulog mo
(that they keep watch over you even in your sleep)
At sa gabi'y napupuyat ang iyong nanay
(and with sleepless nighttime , your mom )
Sa pagtimpla ng gatas mo
(prepare and feed your milk) > NOTE this shows the sacrifices of the mom preferring to the milk as a symbol
At sa umaga nama'y kalong ka
(and at daytime you are cuddled )
Ng iyong amang tuwang-tuwa sa iyo
(by your dad who is overly blissful with you)
Ngayon nga ay malaki ka na
(and now that you are an adolescent )
Nais mo'y maging malaya
(you wish to be free and independent)
Di man sila payag
(though they have hesitations)
Walang magagawa
(they allowed you)
Ikaw nga ay biglang nagbago
(Suddenly, you begin to change)
Naging matigas ang iyong ulo
(became stubborn and indignant)
At ang payo nila'y sinuway mo
(you defied their guidance)
Di mo man lang inisip na
(why haven't it crossed your mind)
Ang kanilang ginagawa'y para sa iyo
(that everything they do are for your own good)
Pagkat ang nais mo'y
(should it be because you wanted)
Masunod ang layaw mo
(to just follow what you feel like wanting w/o thinking of their welfare)
Di mo sila pinapansin
(you completely shut your door behind them)
Nagdaan pa ang mga araw
(As time passed by)
At ang landas mo'y naligaw
(your life spiralled downhill and you went astray and got lost)
Ikaw ay nalulong sa masamang bisyo
(you succumbed to vices and wrongdoings. )
At ang una mong nilapitan
(the first person you asked for forgiveness)
Ang iyong inang lumuluha
(is your mom who is in crying in grief)
At ang tanong, "anak, ba't ka nagkaganyan?"
(and she caringly asked, "my child, why did you end up like that?"
At ang iyong mata'y biglang lumuha ng di mo napapansin
(and your eyes begin to tear up suddenly)
Nagsisisi at sa isip mo'y
(you're full of remorse and in your contemplation)
Nalaman mong ika'y nagkamali
(you realized all the mistakes you have done. )
i wonder no one even said a word,... but i want to:
THANKS
for the (it seems to me very accurate...)
english translation of the song here!!!! 🤩🌹
I highly appreciate how it's translated in a very eloquent description & an amazing , thanks .
Me impresionó la traducción de la canción soy latina primera vez que escucho este tema tuve curiosidad por buscarlo ya que un cantante español Migue Bose tiene una versión demasiado parecida en la melodía pero la letra es distinta gran tema
Good job
Sometime around 1980's I was writing and producing radio dramas for RTM and accidentally listened to this song. I used a small portion of this song in my drama but I don't know about the singer. I was looking for this song almost 35 years.
my god.. that feeling of finding a song is very nice... specially one that you've been looking for, for decades.
I am an Indian...a fan of korean dramas and movies...i heard this song in movie gangnam blues...i didn't know the meaning..but this song touched me..after long time i again heard it on youtube...and now i searched for its meaning and singer...also came to know that it is sung by phillipino folk singer....so deep so pure the song is....and also realised that in every part of the world emotions always talk in same words. Also the world is so small if you are eager to explore it.
I was lucky enough to attend a private audition with Freddie on a day before 1982 Christmas in Morong, Bataan. He sang several songs, including Anak.
I didn’t know that I was sitting next to a legend.
As a once wayward son in the US, this song spoke to my heart the first time I heard it. I could listen to it everyday. I thank God for this gem to remind me who I am, where I've been, and where I'm going. Thank you Jesus.
My uncle told me that when this song was played in Japan, many Japanese suddenly had tears in their eyes unaware. This song is indeed penetrates the heart and soul.
The lyrics translated into japanese is the most accurate compared to other languages. And one more thing i guess is that bc unlike other asian cultures where children often obey and take care of parents, which relationships btw them are in hence strong, japanese life style is similar to that of western countries. Maybe this song unconciously hit their hearts and reminded them about those who raised them, feeded them, took care of them in the childhood. The old in japan are lonely and have to take care by themselves.
This song bring me tears everytime I remember my parents, I wish they where still here.
wat blijft dit toch nog steeds een schitterend nummer ook al weet ik niet waar het over gaat. Maakt niet uit. Heerlijk om naar te luisteren.
according to my father they played this song every single day at the first free (non governmental) radio station in Switzerland - Radio 24 back then in the 80ies. He is still listening to it. One day i'll try to play it on guitar for him. To impress my gratefulness of what my parents did for me. Love you Mami and Papi!
Are you of Filipino descent?
@@rysachibana1486 I'm Filipino/Swiss. Mom from the philippines :)
i never thought that this song is also famous to nonfilipinos.. its make me kinda happy that this song ddnt go unheard to othrs.. we have many other beautiful songs too.. try searching for some
i think i was 5 when i heard this song. i love this song so much for unknown reason. i even don't understand what this song meant, but when i was a child, i found this song is sad, but joyable at the same time. it's happiness and sadness at the same time. i love it. i never knew what the song called, but i remembered my brother told me it's anak. in indonesia anak means child. i dunno why, but i forgot about it eventually. it was the time of tape record. we lost the tape so i never heard it again, and the tape player was broken. now, i missed this song because soldier of fortune by deep purple reminds me of this song, i asked my brother for this song. luckily he still remembers it. now i know what it means, and i think this was fated to help so many people in this world, because i already felt the emotion in it when i was a child, when i know nothing about world. it's amazing really.
I'm Bangladeshi🇧🇩. Cannot understand their language all but i hear this song. take love sir💖
Woww it very good i'm like. 👏👏👍👍 # thailand
I am Thai, I don't understand but I can feel the song. You are so great. In Thailand this song is very popular. My friend is a Philippino teacher teaching in Thailand told me the meaning is about the son who is not good and father mother are so suffer and still love the son เพลงนี้เวอร์ชั่นภาษาไทยเพราะเหมือนกัน ฟังแล้วร้องไห้เลย ไม่เชื่อลองหาฟังดู เพราะทั้งไทย ทั้งฟิลิปินส์
I'm Indonesian. What I like of this song is The sensation of 70's / 80's, give me a nostalgic feeling even though I don't understand the language. So good to hear this
কি সুন্দর একটি গান। কি অসাধারণ সুর।আর বাংলা তে এই গানের অস্তিত্ব খুঁজে পাওয়া যায় না।
Khub valo kore sunle mil paben 🙂
im from Bangladesh I dnt understand the language, but I luv the music n the tunes :) so touchy
Freddie Aguilar Anak (English Version) Lyrics
When you were born into this world
Your mom and dad saw a dream fulfilled
Dream come true
The answer to their prayers
You were to them a special child
Gave 'em joy every time you smiled
Each time you cried
They're at your side to care
Child, you don't know
You'll never know how far they'd go
To give you all their love can give
To see you through and God it's true
They'd die for you, if they must, to see you here
How many seasons came and went
So many years have now been spent
For time ran fast
And now at last you're strong
Now what has gotten over you
You seem to hate your parents too
Do speak out your mind
Why do you find them wrong
Child you don't know
You'll never know how far they'd go
To give you all their love can give
To see you through and God it's true
They'd die for you, if they must, to see you near
And now your path has gone astray
Child you ain't sure what to do or say
You're so alone
No friends are on your side
And child you now break down in tears
Let them drive away your fears
Where must you go
Their arms stay open wide
2X [Child you don't know
You'll never know how far they'd go
To give you all their love can give
To see you through and God it's true
They'd die for you, if they must, to see you]
একদম ঠিক...আমি কলকাতা থেকে বলছি
anak-anakosayo...We are one asean ...have a similar skin,similar language.Similar culture..Proud to be asean .Proud to be asean people....Ka freddie Aguilar is the best..Greeting from Sabah Malaysia.We are one family.
hehe
SantiagO rosales
Our Ancestors came from your islands.
SantiagO rosales mga taOng lomaya tlad mg mg asawa kNang mga ibang lahe Kya bgsabihin mas pnili mu Ang ibang Tao ki saiyong fmelya kHit ayaw NG mgulang wla slang mGwa Kya mg ingat sna hNdi mgbAgo Ang khApon
@@maayongaga729 Nope that's an outdated theory thats has been long debunked
I’m from Nigeria 🇳🇬.. but I can’t stop listening to this song … it’s so beautiful
I spent over 15 years travelling the world for my job as a salesman. Many, too many, evenings sat alone in hotel bars and coffee shops with a book I heard this so many times by the Filipino singers. I loved the song but never understood it nor knew its name.
Many years after I stopped travelling I discovered the song again and learned about it and the singer. I
t is still a favourite of mine but I listen to the beauty of the song but also with sadness at the time I lost with my wife and children while I was away working. I can play the song whenever I want but I can never get those years back as my boys were growing up and my wife was growing distant.
ดีใจที่มีคนไทยรู้จักเพลงนี้....Mahalkita Fredy
เราก็พึ่งรุ้จักตอนเปิดดู35ปีคาราบาว
ผมฟังมาแล้วตอนทำงานอยูซาอุ คนฟิลิปปินเอามาเปิดฟังกัน ANAK แปลว่าเด็กน้อย
I have a thread going on Facebook about the saddest song of all time. A navy buddy reminded me of Anak. Even if you don't know Tagalog, the emotion pours out in Freddies voice. What a song! What an artist!
Exactly! I don't understand Tagalog but emotions really pours out from his voice.
Map Cuti its his life story.thats why you could feel the emotions while he sings.
Im from Mexico love this song .
IM GETTING NOSTALGIC THIS IS REALLY OLD I HEARD IT FIRST IN MY FATHER'S CAR
ANAK is a universal song, the original is in the Tagalog language, sung by Freddie Aguilar and translated into many languages all over the world. I don't know Tagalog at all but the best version of ANAK I enjoy most is the original Tagalog version and that too sung by Freddie. Freddie's voice is deep penetrating when combined with the music and tune. This is an evergreen song that will last for a 1000 years.
I heard this song first time in Radio (in Germany) when i was 11 or 12 years old. In that time I did not understand the words but now I'm 59 and I know what the song is saying but it still makes me sad a little. Thank you Freddie
Günni wo kaufst dein Stoff?
@@blackout6918 I prefer music and not monotonous rap!
I heard it when I was 15 years at 1977. I am now 57 years old. My father has passed away at 2006, I missed him much.
I don't know if I've already commented on this, but I particularly like this song just because I don't know what it is all about. Once I was tempted to "investigate" about what he is singing, but then I refrained from it, since this way just everything is in that song. Depending on my mood and train of thought Freddie sings about the according subject.
I would've d given context but honestly I think not know what it's about seems to make your listening experience better.
I'm half filipino so yeah. my mum was born in the Philippines so she teaches us this song and other words, she also told us that this song is about a kid who ran away from home he disobeyed his parents and he got things his way he got into drugs and then after a while he realized he made a mistake and asked for the forgiveness of his parents.
yeah but the most deepest twist in the lyrics is that he is singing his own childhood
wahhh..so motivated
Frisky Love im also half Filipino!
JD_just *denver_JD yeah
Syahmi Saini ya ikr
1982 bin ich mit dem Freddie lang zeit umher gezogen, wahr eine uh schöne Zeit, Danke
random youtubing brought me here and I am mesmerized!
FREDDIE AGUILAR___ANAK (CHILD)
One Of The best Philippines Artist Performer.
Fridieuglar
Respect from malaysia . 💕
I listened to this song in 2015. 6 years later I understand ♥️
It's a song that touches the hearts of people who listen. Thank you Freddie
really so
Touching the heart indeed
I literally typed 'famous Philippines song' and found the song that has been at the back of my mind for 10 years
damn.. thats amazing
Movie "Gangnam blues" reminds me of this timeless song...Respect from Vietnam ! :D
I grew up listening to this song in Malay version. But the original version is so much better and emotional even though I don’t understand the language
the haunting melody and the universal message is what makes this song stand the test of time
This haunting song never gets old. Arguably, the best song ever written. What a gem!
Forever autumn by justin hayward is better, same mood
A true classic. No 2 in the Dutch hitparade back in the days 🇳🇱🧡 🇵🇭
He sings this with Passion.
One thing for sure...
hanggang ngayon ,naririnig ko pa sa Vietnam radio ang English version nito being played. nakakapanindig balahibo, nakakaiyak.
No entiendo lo que dice pero puedo sentir esa buena vibra que inspira la canción! Hablo español soy Latinoamericano y me alegra compartir raíces españolas con las personas Filipinas! Hermosa canción, saludos!
Beautiful.
From Belgium...
Clearly and no contest, this is the greatest musical composition that has come from the Philippines and written by a prolific Filipino composer - Freddie Aguilar. The music, lyrics and arrangement are in perfect harmony that it is unquestionably a musical masterpiece par excellence.
Hi, I did cover this song. Feel free to watch.. ua-cam.com/video/pujPOhYKpgA/v-deo.html
Dit liedje hoorde eind jaren '70 denk ik, in een mis op school. Ik vond en vind het nog altijd heel mooi. Heb hier ook een LP liggen van Freddie Aguilar.
we are proud of you love from Bangladesh 🇧🇩💙🇵🇭
Im a Srilankan.I listened to this song with english subtitles.This has a great meaning❤️I cry every time I hear this song😭
I’m Filipino with a family of my mom and dad I’m an only child. We moved to America when I was baby the only generation from my fathers side that left the country. After high school drugs took a hold of me. Been arrested locked up in a cell, me and my parents were always going at it my life was deteriorating. When I turned 30 God came into my life and since then I’ve been clean and sober and back with my loving parents. During the dark times during my drug use my parents always loved me no matter what and they are so happy that God has changed my life.
I always heard this song as a kid but it took me until just recently to understand what the song means and the story it sings and it made my heart drop. I will forever play this song to remember how my parents stood by me through the rough times. The song damn near represents what we went through
Nice one 😎
Oh man es ist einfach Wahnsinn. Auch wenn man kaum ein Wort versteht, das Gefühl kommt trotzdem mit einer Wucht rüber. Einfach zuhören und genießen :-)
The original is still the best! Thank you Freddie Aguilar!
Tiba2 mengalir air mata bila menikmati maksud sebenar lagu ini😢
ๆฟยไนหน_ก่ฟต‼️
Pertama kali aku dengar lagu-lagu Fredy pada tahun 1980,dan aku punya casettnya. Aku menyenanginya sampai sekarang, teristimewa lagu Anak ( versi Malay, Tagalog, Inggeris ). Terimakasih kepada yang sudah berbagi.
Music is a universial language and this song is a classic example of that!!!
Love it!!!
I'm Malaysia I grew up listening to this song till I can sing this song even I can't understand the contents...
Such a soul touching music and he's voice ❤
Ich habe ihn vor ungefähr 40 Jahren im deutschen Fernsehen gesehen und gehört. Es hat mich Monate gekostet, diesen Song im Original zu bekommen. In Englisch war es kein Problem, aber das Original ist einfach wunderbar
this is one of the best song i've ever heard in my entire life, the lyrics are heartwarming as well as the melody and harmony.
Yes indeed! Same feelings here ;-)
Muka Mo
Muka Mo my dad played this song 20+ years back on cassette tape, and I've been listening to again since 1 year back. touching and now whenever I get to meet my parents, I will surely hold their hands and say I love you to them.
Nice to hear 😉, still a great song!!! By chance, I heard the song 1 hour ago 😉
Ti Kheng Ng b
The Philippines have such beautiful people, as well from the outside as the inside. I feel so sad that the disaster took place.. Right now I cant do much in the country itself, but I promise to myself later on when Im older I will try to help the filipinos.
Part filipino dito.
thejukeboxNEM thank you
A beautiful song..Tks Fredy Ortiz C. for sharing it with me...Angel
Una hermosa canción .. Fredy Ortiz C. de Uchpa por compartirlo conmigo ... Angel
Napakaganda ng kantang ito. Nagdadala pa rin ng luha sa aking mga mata. Salamat!
Had forgotten this song and yesterday it was played during my grandfathers funeral.
So much memories are entwined with this song.
I barely understand a word but the song is stunningly melodic, warming and cuddling.
but the message of this song is pretty painful---not warming nor cuddling at all--but I guess the melody gives a certain warmth which is good to alleviate the painful words of the song.
im filipino, and "anak" basically means son, and the song talks about a son who is very ungrateful to his parents and doesn't realize his mistake until after he got imprisoned when he did bad things
A song though I didn't understand the lyrics....but touched directly my soul.....
I am from different world outside your universe when i first heard this song it touched my heart and soul even i dont what is this - hope one day alien from outerspace will comment this.
Don't understand the words... but the melody Oh Dear god, it goes straight to the heart
that's why it's become super hits around the world because of the melody and harmony as well as the lyrics, everyone can relate on this magnificent song.
Each time i listen to this song i see the translated lyrics and im..always weeping..
Love you Freddi... This song will sang till the end...
Love from Bangladesh. 🇧🇩
When you were born into this world
Your mom and dad saw a dream fulfilled
Dream come true
The answer to their prayers
You were to them a special child
Gave 'em joy every time you smiled
Each time you cried
They're at your side to care
Child, you don't know
You'll never know how far they'd go
To give you all their love can give
To see you through and God it's true
They'd die for you, if they must, to see you here
How many seasons came and went
So many years have now been spent
For time ran fast
And now at last you're strong
Now what has gotten over you
You seem to hate your parents too
Do speak out your mind
Why do you find them wrong
Child you don't know
You'll never know how far they'd go
To give you all their love can give
To see you through and God it's true
They'd die for you, if they must, to see you live
And now your path has gone astray
Child you ain't sure what to do or say
You're so alone
No friends are on your side
And child you now break down in tears
Let them drive away your fears
Where must you go
Their arms stay open wide
Child you don't know
You'll never know how far they'd go
To give you all their love can give
To see you through and God it's true
They'd die for you, if they must, to see you live
Child you don't know
You'll never know how far they'd go
To give you all their love can give
To see you through and God it's true
They'd die for you, if they must, to see you live
Que hermosa canción saludos de 🇨🇱 👏
My wife played this song at home and I liked it so much I played it over and over. In May of 2013 I was in Manila with my family and when I expressed a liking for his music a Filipino friend asked me if I'd like to meet him. We went to Ka Freddie's, his club in Manila and when he came in he was not only approachable but I got to shoot a few games of pool with him. (He's pretty good, we broke even). When he went up to do a set it was a great time. Many of the songs he played that night I still listen to just to remember.