Kababaihan
Gary Granada · Other Songs - Gary Granada
Sa wika ni ama at mga lalake ng aking buhay
Ano ang dahilan, paano at kailan, ano'ng sanhi?
Sabi ni inay, dahil kami ay
Nagkataong isinilang na babae
Huling dinidinig at unang pinagsasabihan
Ang aking daigdig ay daigdig ng kalalakihan
At ang aking silbi sa araw at gabi'y palamuti
Tahimik sa tabi, dahil lang kasi
Nagkataong isinilang na babae
Unang nagigising at huli ng natutulog
Habang unti-unting pagkatao'y nadudurog
Di katakataka, sa tahana't pabrika ako'y api
Sabi nga nila, dahil lang pala
Nagkataong isinilang na babae
Hindi ko matanggap na dahil dito na nasanay
Ang aking hinaharap ay ganito na habangbuhay
Isip at diwa, puso't kaluluwa ay pumipiglas
Gaya ng bukal na di masasakal
Dadaluy at dadaloy ang kalayaan
Kasama ng iba, unti-unti kong natutuhan
Ang aking halaga at likas na kapangyarihan
May kasarinlan, may kakayaha't kakanyahan
Bahagi ng buo kung saan patutungo
Ang kasaysayan ng sangkatauhan
Ako'y samahan n'yo sa aking pakikibaka
Sa paglaya ko kayo ay aking kasama
Dangal ko ay taglay kung saan pantaypantay
ang kalagyan
Ating itindig sa bagong daigdig
Ang kalayaan ng kababaihan
About Kababaihan
Gary Granada's "Kababaihan" stands as a defining anthem of the 1980s Filipino rock revival, capturing the raw energy and social consciousness that characterized the era's independent music scene. As a lead vocalist and guitarist, Granada utilized this track to explore themes of resilience and identity, blending traditional Filipino folk sensibilities with the gritty sound of rock. The recording reflects a period where local artists were actively reclaiming musical narratives away from commercial pop dominance, focusing instead on authentic storytelling and community spirit. This song remains a significant piece in the catalog of Filipino rock history, often cited alongside Granada's other works like "Bahay" and "O Kaysarap Mabuhay" as examples of the genre's enduring impact. Its legacy lies not merely in its catchy melody but in its ability to resonate with listeners seeking a voice that reflected the struggles and hopes of the Filipino youth during the late twentieth century. The track continues to be celebrated for its honest portrayal of life and its contribution to the broader tapestry of Philippine rock music.