Ultimo Adios
Gary Granada · Other Songs - Gary Granada
Perla del mar de Oriente, nuestro perdido Eden!
A darte voy alegre, la triste, mustia vida:
Si fuera mas brillante, mas fresca, mas florida,
También por ti la diera, la diera por tu bien!
Paalam, Bayang hirang, lupang hitik sa araw
Perlas ng Silanganan, aming naglahong Eden
Lugod kong iaalay, lanta't hapis na buhay
Naging mas marilag man, sariwa't mas mabunga'y
Handog man din sa iyo, sa iyong ikagagaling
Ensueño de mi vida, mi ardiente, vivo anhelo,
Salud! te grita el alma que pronto va a partir,
Salud! oh que es hermoso caer por darte vuelo,
Morir por darte vida, morir bajo tu cielo,
Y en tu encantada tierra la eternidad dormir!
Mithi ng aking buhay, adhikang nagniningas
Mabuhay! hiyaw ng diwang handa nang maglakbay
O kay timyas pumanaw, tamis ang kamatayan
Upang ika'y mabuhay, maitanghal ka lamang
Sa iyong sinapupunan malaong hihimlay
Adiós, kapatid, magulang, kabiyak ng aking diwa
Kababatang kaibigan sa tahanang natangay
Sa nakakahapong araw, salamat at hihimlay na
Adiós, dayong magiliw, aking sinta't ligaya
Mga mahal, paalam, kapahingahang mamatay
Adiós, padres y hermanos, trozos del alma mia,
Amigos de la infancia en el perdido hogar
Dad gracias que descanso del fatigoso dia...
Adiós, dulce extranjera, mi amiga, mi alegria!
Adiós, queridos seres! Morir es descansar!
About Ultimo Adios
Gary Granada's "Ultimo Adios" stands as a poignant testament to his mastery of traditional Filipino folk music, blending indigenous instrumentation with a modern sensibility. The track exemplifies Granada's signature style, characterized by emotive vocals and melodic structures that draw deeply from the cultural heritage of the Philippines. While often associated with his broader discography of romantic and narrative ballads, this recording captures a specific emotional intensity, reflecting themes of farewell and enduring love that resonate within the genre. As a key component of his artistic output, the song demonstrates his ability to craft timeless compositions that honor tradition while appealing to contemporary audiences. It remains a significant work in the catalog of Filipino music, showcasing the enduring power of his storytelling through sound.