Ruby Ibarra - Who I Am
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- Опубліковано 23 жов 2010
- Lyrics/Vocals: R. Ibarra
Instrumental: Cormega - The Saga (Remix)
Intro of the song contains samples from Francis Magalona - Mga Kababayan Ko and Apo Hiking Society - American Junk
DOWNLOAD MP3: www.zshare.net/audio/812980690...
In honor of celebrating Filipino American History month, this is a song about Filipino/Filipino-American history and politics.
This is a song I wrote for UC Davis' 2010 Pilipino Culture Night.
Many thanks to Cherie Buenaflor for asking me to write this!
Lyrics:
Kailangan na tayoy gumising, ating damdamin isipin
at itong hangin linisin, puede na natin baguhin
bakit ba ganyan? naka posa ang ating kamay
mga preso ng secreto at mali sa saysay
so not myself as i should be - less a self, more selfishly
the press say i should sell myself to shelves but theres discrepancy:
identity thats meant to be and colonized mind in me
lying in our eyes till we find ourself as enemy
taught to use papaya soap like whiteness is the antidote
caught in colonized approach cant fight this, like im at the throat
question it? you start to choke, unless you lessen half your soul
pressin close this flattened nose, its told its best if I'm 'Cano
best if i erase the brown, color of the country's ground
color of the roots found beneath the lands of Mindanao
people power sequel cuz this be the peoples hour
so we need to see it now or we cant seek whats really ours
colonized mind, blind folded, so im hynotized
compromised pride, bind hands, never reach the skies
modified eyes, cry truth, fail to recognize
the disguised lies write views planted in our minds
callin me a dogeater prayin on some chicken bones
nation known for sex tours, order brides mailed to homes
all of that is nonsense, they've never felt the misery
theyve never seen my province or know my country's history
the blistered feet, pollution, greed, Spain and U.S. Colony
planted all this fallacy, corruption in mentality
Marcos with regime and so no privacy for families
people power used to heed the goverment monopoly
the poverty that never sees improvement from economy
kayumangi, no equality, cuz white is what you oughta be
the native tongue i try to speak is silenced by the mastery
of English that I'm forced keep to take the FOB outside of me
like Bulosan said, Americas in the heart
but my blood is Philippines that keeps it pumpin in the dark
So people wake up so we can learn about the issues
Those we never learned in school, and missed in news
Those we never find in books, so its a missed tool
Never learned to hold up a fist, our minds the pistol
defined by a line in my mind called the hyphen
So over time, I'm, tryna find the right height when
tryna reach the sky but I fight from being boxed in
Wanna bridge the gap but my color is the toxin
cultures counteract, keep me back as a caution
of history and facts from my path so I'm tossed in
stuck between America and Philippines, though
so i know that Im both, so I struggle with this rope
If I'm Filipino now with a flat nose
makes me Filipino then, but with my eyes closed
Rest in Peace to idol, Francis Magalona-- the talent who introduced me to rap music.
Hello. I'm Filipino. Your words are stuck in my mind. I was ashamed, but now listening to this, I'm not ashamed anymore. I am who I am. And that is Filipino. And I'm proud of it, unlike before. I'm glad you wrote this, and I hope you continue rapping, because your skill is legit.
"if i 'm filipino now with a flat nose, makes me filipino then but with my eyes closed"
like that line.... keep getting better.
Ruby goes hard. Don't ever quit ma' and don't change. Doin' BIG things.
This is an amazing song. As a first gen fil-am your lyrics really resonated with me and perfectly describes the identity crisis many of us felt growing up trying to assimilate to this country. You're a true artist Ruby, hope for nothing but success for you.
It took this one video to get me 110% hooked. This is amazing. No words can describe how much I love this.
We feel the same.. once i play this song, tears starts to fall.. im attached to the lyrics.ll
I'm putting this up on the radio ! 102.7 TINIG NG MASA listen up yall! you dope ruby!
from another mc down in vancouver love your work girl
My mum used to play the intro track back in the day, hearing it in this video brings back so much nostalgia.
Napaka galing. mas masarap talaga pakingan yung mga awiting may kabuluhan.
" SALUTE " Ruby Ibarra.
realidad na musika at danas sa mga bitaw ,proud of our land,Salamat sa inspiring na mga kanta mo
the way you flow between languages is just beautiful
This sister right here is one of just a few artist I allow my daughters to listen to..since they was young they hear me bumpin the homie Bam they know all his songs..they know Klassy..of course they know the homie Rocky too..but it makes me very proud and happy same time cause favorite daw si ate Ruby.. they're 10 and 12.. MABUHAY TO MAHARLIKAN FILIPINAS..STAY STRONG KEEP EYES OPEN NEVER BE BLINDED BY WHAT AMERIKKKA TRIES TO WASH US WITH !!!✊✊✊✊✊✊✊✊✊✊✊✊✊✊✊
you spit mad fire and truth girl. im black but grew up with mad filipino's, keep laying it down yo!
You're so true and deep everyone opens their eyes once they listen to you.
Awesome love it who wouldn't wNt to be you ❤ amazing...takes a lot of brain and talent and hard work ....🙏💕
ang susunod na tagapagmana ng mikropo ni francis magalona! much love from san jose, occidental mindoro, philippines!
OMG, Had to check it out again. This is the BOMB girl. It's awesome. I'm Phil-Am. I'm sharing it with all my friends!
i love the tags hahaha .. proud to be bisayan. sending love from davao city 082
I been studying phillipines for 10 years na. I have many many filipino friends and had many filipina gfs and everything i learn about phil and what its like being a filipina u put it all out there.. this is the truth and true revolution.. I admire u for this.. good job.. #RevolutionaryMindset #Lyricist #TruthYourAboutToWithness
You are single handedly keepin hip hop alive
Ang ganda, salamat sa kantang ito!
I see you Ruby. Much respect from Illumination. You know what it is.
Must have listened to this + dosey doe 50 times today. Your work is amazing; please don't ever stop.
Would love to hear more!!
Makes my eyes cry deeply hearing this level of heart and beautiful intelligence
Thank You for that!
I'm proud to be BROWN... shout out to all ma kababayan... thanks reyna "ruby ibarra"
She has a ill flow. I feel you on this song!!!
I'm a new fan Ruby.. You're so talented.. Your rap is so good.. Love love.. 👌🥰
the true talent. These made me feel so proud and empowered to be Filipina.
Definitely proud to be Filipino!!
I Love Ruby Ibarra . Proud to be Filipino .
I'm not Filipino, but DAMN!!! those lyrics are seriously deep. The talent you have with your words is indescribable. I'm beyond amaze....idk what to say.....you really blew my mind....uh..you are now my new favorite top 3 lyricist. J. Cole, Lupe, Ruby
Circa91 was an amazing album. Puttin waray on the map, napausa ako han una ko pagbati. You're reppin it right for our people. Your art needs to be heard back in the motherland, keep up the great work.
I can't believe how dope she is....wow
2021. How your songs bring us First Nation's Hope. Never give up
She is killin it!!!!!!! I LAAAAB IT!
Song officially downloaded. If you ever make a CD I would totally buy it.
Damn! Lil moma you got skillz straight up. Yo, keep putting it in Lil Ruby and keep your head up (I feel you).
Your fan, Ike.
shes not only musically, lyrically on point. shes also historically correct as well
damn i'm not even filipino but i still feel a sense of pride when listening to this
So amazing Ruby!
Your the 1... That wakes the sleepy and warms the Soul Woman... Respect!
Amazing flow plus lyrics with meaning!
Relate to the lyrics so this is definitely a favorite track!
You have an amazing gift with something to say...don't let ANYONE ever stand in your way!
i love this track..much respect i like who you are from this song and you let everyone know and actually spit some knowledge.. i am glad to say i am a new found fan
Awesome lyrics.
Loving the flow and your lyrics, talking about real issues not material things and partying
i commend you and your art in writing these lyrics. good job - finally something none mainstream.
damn proud to be filipino...
I started crying. I really resonate with those lyrics
First heard this in 2012. Still one of my favorites.
This song is so incredible & powerful! ✊ how did I just find out she exists?
Damn Girl...True Talent!
This is wonderful Ruby everything you drop is, can we get a mixtape please!!!!
love ur songs
You are amazing! I don’t usually like rap, but I’m loving your heart. This is also who I am. Once you learn our history, it’s difficult to process.
You`re amazing. This song is amazing.
Goosebumps!! Isa sa mga bumubuhat sa bandera nang Philippine Hiphop!! RrraA!!
Much love from England awesome track, respect.
Wow lupet....!!!!!❤❤❤🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭
DAMN! You're DOPE!!! Seriously, man... I dont know what to say. Speechless really. Shout out to all the female emcees out there!
You have a good flow.
Loved the lyrics.
Thanks for the upload :)
When your essay becomes lyrics... Ganda ng message.
Your lyrics are deep. More power. :)
Ruby just wanted to say i love your flows there so smooth would like to see some of your music on itunes
We are waking up globally. I Love This. You are of those we knew could easily be a and The Queen.
A REAL RAPPER! KEEP IT UP BEAUTIFUL! 😎👍✌🤘🎤🎤🎤
That long shiny hair is so pretty it almost competes against the beauty of all that talent!
This song is so good. I wish it was available on spotify
I still love this so much and your spoken word videos. ♡
Ngayon ko lang napanood mga videos mo may mga ganito pala kalupit na babae 😍😍😍😍😍
Dope! I never get tired of hearing ya spit. Keep it up Ruby!
Dope. The lyrics are very moving! PINOY PRIDE!
QUEEN OF RAP!
yeahhhh. ! ... idol n kitA ruby
love this! makes me feel good inside! THANKS! :)
galing mo ruby ibarra!
I'm having goosebumps :)
2 thumbs up .. i like the flow and the message
My favorite so far.
This is a dope as track.. I really like how she goes from her native tongue to verse in english... Real deep track..
Waray waray world wide @4:20 ruby ibarra🔥💜
I love it!
I love your lyrics and how you're happy being filipino x) I want to hear more in the future.
I'm still listening in 2015
waw your amazing love it and it's true it happen to all of us in different country's
Putangina bat ngayon koa lang nadiskubre tong paka husay na artist na to!
Sameeee!!! Watch mo yung US
@@ciocomacchiatto9029 oo dun ako galing tapos hinukay ko mga uploads nya, galing2 kakamangha
i love you ruby.!!!
lupit mo idol araw araw ko pinapakinggan at share yung mga rap mo...
I love your music baby, stay on track, keep it coming
Amazing...nuff said
Astig Ruby Ibarra
You are amazing Ruby
Amazing. So proud of you.
Wow! My daughter Krix in CDO Mindanao told me about you. I am dad of Cameron, of 99 Percent duo.
Wow this Gurl can spit her music!! Its A Good Look
THAT WAS AMAZING!!! Keep bringing Truth in what you do! Ang lupit mo, Ruby! :)
Wow really nice..
Nice flow, clean vocals, I like it
Pure 💯 talent.
great job
two thumbs up for you.
i'm in love with your rapping