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Up Dharma Down – Indak Lyrics

Rock

Tatakbo at gagalaw
Nag-iisip kung dapat bang bumitaw
Kulang na lang, atakihin
Ang paghinga'y nabibitin

Ang dahilang alam mo na
Kahit ano pang sabihin nila
Tayong dalawa lamang ang makakaalam
Ngunit ako ngayo'y naguguluhan

Makikinig ba ako sa aking isip
Na dati pa namang magulo?
O iindak na lamang sa tibok ng puso mo
At aasahan ko na lamang na hindi mo aapakan ang aking mga paa
Pipikit na lamang at magsasayaw
Habang nanonood s'ya

Paalis at pabalik
May baong yakap at suklian ng halik
Magpapaalam at magsisisi
Habang papiglas ka, ako sa 'yo ay tatabi

Tayong dalawa lamang ang nakakaalam
Ngunit hindi na matanto kung sino nga ba ang pagbibigyan ko

Makikinig nga ba sa isipan na alam ang wasto
Ngunit pipigilan ang pag-ibig n'ya na totoo
Iindak na lamang ba sa tibok ng puso mo
At aasahan kong hindi mo lamang aapakan ang aking mga paa
Pipikit na lamang at magsasaya
Habang nalulungkot ka
Pipikit na lamang at magsasaya
Habang nalulungkot ka

Ako'y litong-lito, tulungan n'yo ako
'Di ko na alam kung sino pang aking pagbibigyan, oh
Ayoko na nang ganito
Ako ay litong-lito, ooh-whoa

About This Song

"Indak" is a haunting indie rock ballad that captures the emotional turmoil of being caught between rational thought and overwhelming feelings in a complicated romantic situation. The song explores the internal conflict of someone who knows they should let go but finds themselves drawn back into a relationship's intoxicating rhythm, with lyrics that metaphorically frame love as a dance where one must choose between listening to their confused mind or surrendering to their heart's beat. Up Dharma Down's signature atmospheric sound-featuring Armi Millare's ethereal vocals over moody guitar work and subtle electronic elements-creates a dreamy yet melancholic soundscape that perfectly mirrors the song's themes of vulnerability and emotional surrender. The track stands out for its poetic Filipino lyrics that use dance imagery to explore the delicate balance between self-preservation and romantic abandon, while the haunting refrain about closing one's eyes and dancing while "someone watches" adds layers of complexity about performance, authenticity, and being observed in moments of emotional exposure. It exemplifies UDD's ability to blend alternative rock with introspective lyricism, making it a standout piece in Filipino indie music.

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