Traffic Lyrics With English Meaning – James Reid

James Reid sings about the chaos of Manila traffic in ‘Traffic’. The singer collaborates with Nhiko Sabiniano, Luke April, Eric Trono, Emil Dela Rosa, and Julian Idioma to create a catchy tune. The lyrics describe the frustration of being stuck on EDSA highway, racing against time to reach a loved one.

Traffic Lyrics With English Meaning – James Reid
Released: March 4, 2026

Traffic

James Reid

Lyricist
James Reid, Nhiko Sabiniano
Composer
James Reid, Nhiko Sabiniano, Luke April, Eric Trono, Emil Dela Rosa, Julian Idioma

Traffic Lyrics English Translation by James Reid

The songwriter mentions the longing to fly over traffic to avoid losing a chance at love. A standout line, ‘If only I could fly over the EDSA highway,’ captures the desperation of the moment. James Reid uses the metaphor of traffic to talk about life’s obstacles and the urgency of love.

Sayang lang ang oras ko sa trafficMy time is just wasted in traffic,
Sobrang nakakabadtripand it’s incredibly frustrating.
Baka hindi na maulit pang muliThis chance might never happen again,
Ilang oras na akong nangangawitand I’ve been cramped up for hours.
Ako’y nagaalanganinI’m starting to hesitate,
Baka bigla kang umuwiworried you might suddenly go home.
Baby pasensya naBaby, I’m sorry,
Nananaginip paI’m still daydreaming.
Hindi na para isisi sa ibaThere’s no one else to blame.
Kung pwede lang na lumipad sa edsaIf only I could fly over the ‘EDSA’ highway,
Hinda na nga maghihintay paI wouldn’t wait any longer.
Bakit ganyan?Why is it like this?
Ang dami naman nakikipagunahanSo many people are racing ahead.
Bat tila ang layo kahit anjan ka lang naman?Why does it feel so far even though you’re just right there?
Takot na di maabutanI’m afraid I won’t reach you in time.
Kung tumigil ang mundoEven if the world stopped turning,
Handa namang subukanI’m still ready to try,
Kahit maipit pa akoeven if I get stuck in the middle.
Pang ilan na ba ako sa pilaWhat’s my place in this line?
Pwede bang mauna na koCan’t I just go first?
Promise di papatalo sa manliligaw moI promise I won’t lose to your other suitors.
Baby pasensya naBaby, I’m sorry,
Nananaginip paI’m still daydreaming.
Hindi na para isisi sa ibaThere’s no one else to blame.
Kung pwede lang na lumipad sa edsaIf only I could fly over the ‘EDSA’ highway,
Hinda na nga maghihintay paI wouldn’t wait any longer.
Bakit ganyan?Why is it like this?
Ang dami naman nakikipagunahanSo many people are racing ahead.
Bat tila anglayo kahit anjan ka lang naman?Why does it feel so far even though you’re just right there?
Takot na di maabutanI’m afraid I won’t reach you in time.
Kung tumigil ang mundoEven if the world stopped turning,
Handa namang subukanI’m still ready to try,
Kahit maipit pa akoeven if I get stuck in the middle.
Bakit ganyan?Why is it like this?
Ang dami naman nakikipagunahanSo many people are racing ahead.
Bat tila ang layo kahit anjan ka lang naman?Why does it feel so far even though you’re just right there?
Takot na di maabutanI’m afraid I won’t reach you in time.
Kung tumigil ang mundoEven if the world stopped turning,
Handa namang subukanI’m still ready to try,
Kahit maipit pa akoeven if I get stuck in the middle.

Traffic Music Video

The ‘Traffic’ lyrics are about the struggle to beat time and distance in a bustling city. James Reid’s English track is a relatable anthem for anyone stuck in rush hour, physically or emotionally.