Kahel delivers a powerful anthem with ‘Tinapay,’ written by Marko Abenoja, Rhodie San Juan, and Stephen Hermias. The trio also collaborates with KDR Music House to compose the track. The song mixes introspective lyrics with a melody that pulls you into its emotional depth.
Released: May 16, 2025
Tinapay
Kahel
Tinapay Lyrics English Translation by Kahel
The songwriter dives into the struggle of feeling the weight of expectations. Lines like ‘Their gazes seem like they’re depending on me, there’s nothing more I can do’ highlight the pressure to carry a burden alone. The lyrics offer a raw look at resilience and the toll it takes.
Nakatulala sa silidStaring blankly in the room,
Sumisikip ang dibdibMy chest is tightening,
Sumisigaw ngunitScreaming, yet
Walang tinig na naririnigNo voice can be heard.
Matang nakatanimEyes are fixed
Patungo sa akinDirectly on me,
Hindi makailingI can’t even look away,
Bigat ay ‘di maaminThe weight’s too heavy to admit.
Susuko na sanaI was ready to give up,
Hiling ko ay pag-asaBut I’m praying for hope,
Ginhawa’y matatamasa naRelief will finally be tasted,
Ako lang ang barahaSince I’m the only ‘card’ left to play.
Ang mga titig nilaAll of their gazes
Tila ba’y sa’kin umaasaSeem like they’re depending on me,
Wala na ‘kong magagawaThere’s nothing more I can do,
Kaya sige ako na lang ang bahalaSo alright, I’ll take care of it.
Titig nila tila ba’y sa’kin umaasaTheir gazes seem like they’re depending on me,
Wala na ‘kong magagawaThere’s nothing more I can do,
Kaya sige ako na lang ang bahalaSo alright, I’ll take care of it.
Magdamag nang gisingAwake all through the night,
Dinaig ko pa ang lasingI’m more dazed than any drunk,
Ganito ba ang ginagawaIs this really what it takes
Upang maging magitingTo be called a hero?
Pahinga’y limot na dinI’ve even forgotten how to rest,
Sa dami ng pasaninUnder the weight of these burdens,
Hirap na ‘kong gawinIt’s getting harder to keep going,
Ginhawa ay dalanginWhile I’m just praying for some relief.
Susuko na sanaI was ready to give up,
Hiling ko ay pag-asaBut I’m praying for hope,
Ginhawa’y matatamasa naRelief will finally be tasted,
Ako lang ang barahaSince I’m the only ‘card’ left to play.
Ang mga titig nilaAll of their gazes
Tila ba’y sa’kin umaasaSeem like they’re depending on me,
Wala na ‘kong magagawaThere’s nothing more I can do,
Kaya sige ako na lang ang bahalaSo alright, I’ll take care of it.
Titig nila tila ba’y sa’kin umaasaTheir gazes seem like they’re depending on me,
Wala na ‘kong magagawaThere’s nothing more I can do,
Kaya sige ako na lang ang bahalaSo alright, I’ll take care of it.
Kahit na mahirapEven though it’s hard,
Pinilit kong dumilatI’ve forced myself to stay awake,
Ako’y nagsusumikapI’m giving it my all
Para sa pangarapFor the sake of the dream,
Umahon ka sa hirapRising up from the struggle
Patungong alapaapToward the highest heavens,
Ngunit bakitBut why,
BakitWhy?
Ang mga titig nilaAll of their gazes
Tila ba’y sa’kin umaasaSeem like they’re depending on me,
Wala na ‘kong magagawaThere’s nothing more I can do,
Kaya sige ako na lang ang bahalaSo alright, I’ll take care of it.
Titig nila tila ba’y sa’kin umaasaTheir gazes seem like they’re depending on me,
Wala na ‘kong magagawaThere’s nothing more I can do,
Kaya sige ako na lang ang bahalaSo alright, I’ll take care of it.
Ang mga titig nilaAll of their gazes
Tila ba’y sa’kin umaasaSeem like they’re depending on me,
Wala na ‘kong magagawaThere’s nothing more I can do,
Kaya sige ako na lang ang bahalaSo alright, I’ll take care of it.
Titig nila tila ba’y sa’kin umaasaTheir gazes seem like they’re depending on me,
Wala na ‘kong magagawaThere’s nothing more I can do,
Kaya sige ako na lang ang bahalaSo alright, I’ll take care of it.
Tinapay Music Video
The meaning of ‘Tinapay’ is about carrying the weight of others’ expectations. The lyrics show the struggle of being seen as the last hope in tough times.