*what makes lyricist/composer/producer pablo SINGULAR is the way he intuitively ties his great capacity for storytelling and emotions to lyrical brilliance. that's what sets him apart from OTHER ppop lyricists/composers/producers out there. that's what also sets him apart from other vocalists; him being the creator of the song and him knowing fully well the intention behind each of his songs that's why even his delivery is intentional. he does whatever he needs to do to best tell the story or the message of his songs in the most lyrically, sonically and emotionally engaging manner possible. kayaaa nga i've been saying this since forever that pablo will leave his mark in OPM in a way that it will be impossible to think of OPM in the future without thinking of him. i truly believe that pablo is unconsciously reviving the art and the essence of lyricism in filipino pop songs. what i'm trying to say is pablo IS the best. it's true.* :) *please forgive me po for my long comment.*
I also appreciate Kumunoy. What I like in Pau's songs is that it always has a redemption at the end, as he said he wanted his songs to touch hearts and inspire people..🤗💙
Thank u for ur interpretation of Pablo's song. It is detailed word by word, verse by verse n into parts. So good for us to understand. This song showcase his poetry n artistry. That's why i like Pablo a lot. He just don't t make a song, he uses word plays n put 2 or more meaning in a word in poetry. We got to be intelectual in order to understand what he was portraying. I wish he would release this song coz it is already overdue.
It reminds me also of their song NYEBE as he mentioned somewhere that apparently Our dried tears look like snow under a microscope. Pablo ,the quiet genius talented poet and lyricist not just a songwriter
Kumunoy has always been JPN's anthem, probably his most iconic song as a soloist. He's been building it up as he goes on this journey as an artist. It started without the last few parts, without the resolution. It seems like he's been gathering his experiences through the years to put it into this song. So the moment he releases this, we'd have a completion of a time in his life, like a memory capsule of some sort of his experiences through his artist and mindset and mental health journey in the past few years. When he decides to release it, it will be so epic.
Omg. Thank you for this. I love sb19 - all of them. However, and though I am loathe to admit it out loud, Pablo is my bias. It’s because of his freaking brain! Because I’ve devoured a lot of interviews and all kinds of material about the group, there are many dots to connect that hint at some of his struggles that point to why he has such songs of anguish like Ilaw, Kumunoy, La Luna and ??? (the unreleased prequel to La Luna). But this could all be (mis)interpretations lol. The only one who can confirm them is Pablo himself. And what a treat it would be to just talk to him for a day or two without interruption. My reaction to Kumonoy when I first heard it was visceral. I stumbled upon a live performance of his. It was on stage over 3 years ago. He was unable to finish the song. He has subsequently performed it live on TikTok - but the last verses (what you call taking accountability and talking to God) have always absent. Until the LA concert. It could be that this was why he couldn’t release the song until now? It’s been a process for him to come to this final portion. I especially love the staccato way he sings part “di ko maintindihan, tinik s’aking lalamunan” This makes it sound like sobs to me. Goodness. What mastery over not just lyrics but melody and rhythm. Drives me nuts. I have so much to say about the song and the comments section here isn’t the best venue. Lol. But let me just add that based on his delivery, this emotion he feels (depression? Uncertainty? Loneliness? Anguish?) is something he knows may always be there, but he has come to terms with it, because with God’s help, he has been able to choose to do so. Even in the last lines he sings about relief but in a plaintive way.
Thank you for this very informative reaction on Pablo’s “kumunoy”. All songs written and released by Pablo showcases his genius musicality and him being a poetic lyricist will definitely make a mark on Philippine music industry. Watch out for a new OPM trademark that will be known worldwide
This song is very emotional for Pablo. The first time he performed it he was not able to finish it. To hear him perform this song again in public means he is much stronger now and has gotten over whatever it is that he feels was pulling him down. His voice just added to the angst. He is not just a singer/composer/producer he is an artist a rare gem in OPM.
during this performance of KUMUNOY Pablo here somehow come to terms of things he was so frustrated about, there's some level of acceptance, still painful to listen to & to watch him with conflicting thoughts & feelings (that moment when he was tapping his head & beating his chest) I still feel him... yong "pagsusumamo"? haha I am not sure if there's an English word to much the exact feeling, even to use the word beg/begging it still doesn't give justice. Compared to his first ever performance of this same song... it was so heart-wrenching, that you can almost touch his anguish. I hope very soon Pablo will release KUMUNOY & ??? and the rest of his unreleased songs.
Pablo explained that he chose to sing Kumunoy in an effort to preserve his voice because La Luna requires him to use his vocal chords in ways that is unsustainable with the schedule they were keeping. Thank you for this breakdown. I appreciate your insights.
Regarding Pablo’s knowledge of biology, his song Nyebe is actually not just about snow but about tears and science has discovered that the chemical make up of tears changes with what causes it. The chemical make up of tears of joy are different from those shed when one is grieving, etc.
Kumunoy was my go-to song whenever I'm having an 'episode' due to my bipolar disorder. It helped me cope countless times esp just as I'm abt to 'tumble to the edge'. Patiently waiting for Pablo to finally release it. That is one life-saving song of his🎶🎼🎵💖👑💙
Thanks for the additional explanation that I surely have missed and failed to appreciate while listening to kumunoy… now I have a clearer point of view and greatly admire the genius of Pablo not only as a songwriter but also as a performer..
Thank you for this analysis -- I've started to hear about this band and the vocalists -- and only the highest praise. But, SB19 needs more experts to explain the meaning behind the songs like BTS had with ARMY in the beginning. It's easy to get English subtitles but it's the emotion and poetry I would like to appreciate even more. Impressive for sure.
Thanks for this RV! Been looking forward to your RV since I came across your RV to their Ilaw. Thanks for a deeper analysis. Read a comment on a fan vid of the kumunoy in the recent concert - that there were lines that he added to the original composition (realization of the presence of friends and family that he can turn to, and the resolution part). His first live performance of this song was indeed shorter - and was so heart wrenching. ( happy that it seems he is in a better place in this latest version)
We should be scared of Kumunoy,coz if ever we are caught by kumunoy,we need someone or somebody to pull us up or need something to hold on or makakapitan for being not to pull under the Quicksand or kumunoy and die!His songs has a deep meaning.It’s up to one person to interpret the meaning of this song by their own preferences.He is a Genius Song writers and composer,He is multitalented!Can sing,can dance and etc.
Even in a non-medical setting a "hardened heart" means something negative or bad. It can mean "loss of emotions" which basically makes a person unable to act and react properly to situations. But I won't be surprised if what you said about "hardened heart" is also one of the meanings intended by Pablo. Coz, fun fact, even in NYEBE, he inserted something scientific in there. If we read through the lyrics, the NYEBE or snowflakes he was referring to are the tears or tear drops. And if we look both snowflakes and tear drops under a microscope, it will show surprisingly similar patterns which are not consistent with other forms of water. 🤯
Wow, I was at the Anaheim concert too! Kumunoy must be mainstreamed! It's too good! Actually during the concert, while waiting in line, we saw Pablo and Josh went out the backstage and rode their van. Looks like they went back to their hotel - which I'm thinking Poblo might've grabbed his Kumunoy demo. He didn't perform Kumunoy prior to the LA leg. That night, I felt extra special because he performed Kumunoy.
Interesting we were in the same concert and yes, it was hard for me to hear all the lyrics but I tried to get my friend (I just introduced to SB19) to pay attention to it because the message is good from what I could figure out. That was a nice and thorough reaction of yours.
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*what makes lyricist/composer/producer pablo SINGULAR is the way he intuitively ties his great capacity for storytelling and emotions to lyrical brilliance. that's what sets him apart from OTHER ppop lyricists/composers/producers out there. that's what also sets him apart from other vocalists; him being the creator of the song and him knowing fully well the intention behind each of his songs that's why even his delivery is intentional. he does whatever he needs to do to best tell the story or the message of his songs in the most lyrically, sonically and emotionally engaging manner possible. kayaaa nga i've been saying this since forever that pablo will leave his mark in OPM in a way that it will be impossible to think of OPM in the future without thinking of him. i truly believe that pablo is unconsciously reviving the art and the essence of lyricism in filipino pop songs. what i'm trying to say is pablo IS the best. it's true.* :)
*please forgive me po for my long comment.*
Pau is a real Godly man. In some of the interviews, he said that without GOD he cannot continue his journey nor prevail in every struggle.
He's just so amazing! 😭
I also appreciate Kumunoy. What I like in Pau's songs is that it always has a redemption at the end, as he said he wanted his songs to touch hearts and inspire people..🤗💙
Thank u for ur interpretation of Pablo's song. It is detailed word by word, verse by verse n into parts. So good for us to understand. This song showcase his poetry n artistry. That's why i like Pablo a lot. He just don't t make a song, he uses word plays n put 2 or more meaning in a word in poetry. We got to be intelectual in order to understand what he was portraying. I wish he would release this song coz it is already overdue.
during the "Kaya mo pa ba ba bye", he also makes the "ba ba bye" sounds like crying
yeahhh my bias pablo very talented especially harmonization the best🌭🇪🇦
Pablo...
It reminds me also of their song NYEBE as he mentioned somewhere that apparently Our dried tears look like snow under a microscope. Pablo ,the quiet genius talented poet and lyricist not just a songwriter
Thank you for this reaction Pablo"s Kumunoy.
My favorite song. Kumunoy is so perfect very meaningful and deep. Love iho pablo here. Hope you can release this soonest. My spotify is waiting
Thanks for this , God bless
Kumunoy has always been JPN's anthem, probably his most iconic song as a soloist. He's been building it up as he goes on this journey as an artist. It started without the last few parts, without the resolution. It seems like he's been gathering his experiences through the years to put it into this song. So the moment he releases this, we'd have a completion of a time in his life, like a memory capsule of some sort of his experiences through his artist and mindset and mental health journey in the past few years.
When he decides to release it, it will be so epic.
Narrative progression, melodic progression and so much more...what an enlightening reaction to Pablo's "Kumunoy". Thank you.
Omg. Thank you for this. I love sb19 - all of them. However, and though I am loathe to admit it out loud, Pablo is my bias. It’s because of his freaking brain!
Because I’ve devoured a lot of interviews and all kinds of material about the group, there are many dots to connect that hint at some of his struggles that point to why he has such songs of anguish like Ilaw, Kumunoy, La Luna and ??? (the unreleased prequel to La Luna). But this could all be (mis)interpretations lol. The only one who can confirm them is Pablo himself. And what a treat it would be to just talk to him for a day or two without interruption.
My reaction to Kumonoy when I first heard it was visceral. I stumbled upon a live performance of his. It was on stage over 3 years ago. He was unable to finish the song. He has subsequently performed it live on TikTok - but the last verses (what you call taking accountability and talking to God) have always absent. Until the LA concert. It could be that this was why he couldn’t release the song until now? It’s been a process for him to come to this final portion.
I especially love the staccato way he sings part “di ko maintindihan, tinik s’aking lalamunan” This makes it sound like sobs to me. Goodness. What mastery over not just lyrics but melody and rhythm. Drives me nuts.
I have so much to say about the song and the comments section here isn’t the best venue. Lol. But let me just add that based on his delivery, this emotion he feels (depression? Uncertainty? Loneliness? Anguish?) is something he knows may always be there, but he has come to terms with it, because with God’s help, he has been able to choose to do so. Even in the last lines he sings about relief but in a plaintive way.
Same here.
Thank you for this very informative reaction on Pablo’s “kumunoy”. All songs written and released by Pablo showcases his genius musicality and him being a poetic lyricist will definitely make a mark on Philippine music industry. Watch out for a new OPM trademark that will be known worldwide
His lyricism is really unbelievable! And that was an enlightening review.😊❤
Pau is really something. So poetic. Genius. One of the best composer and lyricist.💙💙💙
This song is very emotional for Pablo. The first time he performed it he was not able to finish it. To hear him perform this song again in public means he is much stronger now and has gotten over whatever it is that he feels was pulling him down. His voice just added to the angst. He is not just a singer/composer/producer he is an artist a rare gem in OPM.
Love your RV. 👍💙
Thank you for this Ma'am. Wow, Pablo is indeed one of a kind and a gem in the music industry. I hope more people discover and appreciate his talent.
Freakin' genious with a heart!❤
during this performance of KUMUNOY Pablo here somehow come to terms of things he was so frustrated about, there's some level of acceptance, still painful to listen to & to watch him with conflicting thoughts & feelings (that moment when he was tapping his head & beating his chest) I still feel him... yong "pagsusumamo"? haha I am not sure if there's an English word to much the exact feeling, even to use the word beg/begging it still doesn't give justice. Compared to his first ever performance of this same song... it was so heart-wrenching, that you can almost touch his anguish. I hope very soon Pablo will release KUMUNOY & ??? and the rest of his unreleased songs.
Pablo explained that he chose to sing Kumunoy in an effort to preserve his voice because La Luna requires him to use his vocal chords in ways that is unsustainable with the schedule they were keeping. Thank you for this breakdown. I appreciate your insights.
Thanks fot this
Regarding Pablo’s knowledge of biology, his song Nyebe is actually not just about snow but about tears and science has discovered that the chemical make up of tears changes with what causes it. The chemical make up of tears of joy are different from those shed when one is grieving, etc.
wow 😮
Kumunoy was my go-to song whenever I'm having an 'episode' due to my bipolar disorder. It helped me cope countless times esp just as I'm abt to 'tumble to the edge'. Patiently waiting for Pablo to finally release it. That is one life-saving song of his🎶🎼🎵💖👑💙
I really love the stacato he used in bridge to chorus. Very seldim writer emphasize on this. Sb19 masters the craft of bending songs and Melody
Thanks for the additional explanation that I surely have missed and failed to appreciate while listening to kumunoy… now I have a clearer point of view and greatly admire the genius of Pablo not only as a songwriter but also as a performer..
Thank you for this analysis -- I've started to hear about this band and the vocalists -- and only the highest praise. But, SB19 needs more experts to explain the meaning behind the songs like BTS had with ARMY in the beginning. It's easy to get English subtitles but it's the emotion and poetry I would like to appreciate even more. Impressive for sure.
let's let all the Language(s) (English, Filipino, etc) and theology students (because all are forever students, even experts) be inspired to chime in
Oh wow, thanks for the break down. I love this song even more now.
Sane here.
I hope he releases it too. That and his untitled one (???).
Thank you for this rv in "Kumunoy".
I just subscribed to your channel, thank you for your RV with regard to KUMUNOY.
#SB19_PABLO
🙏🏼☘️❤️💜💚
That's really impressive! Thanks for your meticulous and wise insights...May God bless you evenmore.
Thanks for this RV! Been looking forward to your RV since I came across your RV to their Ilaw. Thanks for a deeper analysis. Read a comment on a fan vid of the kumunoy in the recent concert - that there were lines that he added to the original composition (realization of the presence of friends and family that he can turn to, and the resolution part).
His first live performance of this song was indeed shorter - and was so heart wrenching. ( happy that it seems he is in a better place in this latest version)
Wow, i love your take in this.. ❤❤❤ I appreciate kumunoy more..😊
❤❤❤❤❤🌭🌭🌭
We should be scared of Kumunoy,coz if ever we are caught by kumunoy,we need someone or somebody to pull us up or need something to hold on or makakapitan for being not to pull under the Quicksand or kumunoy and die!His songs has a deep meaning.It’s up to one person to interpret the meaning of this song by their own preferences.He is a Genius Song writers and composer,He is multitalented!Can sing,can dance and etc.
Even in a non-medical setting a "hardened heart" means something negative or bad. It can mean "loss of emotions" which basically makes a person unable to act and react properly to situations.
But I won't be surprised if what you said about "hardened heart" is also one of the meanings intended by Pablo. Coz, fun fact, even in NYEBE, he inserted something scientific in there. If we read through the lyrics, the NYEBE or snowflakes he was referring to are the tears or tear drops. And if we look both snowflakes and tear drops under a microscope, it will show surprisingly similar patterns which are not consistent with other forms of water. 🤯
Wow, I was at the Anaheim concert too! Kumunoy must be mainstreamed! It's too good! Actually during the concert, while waiting in line, we saw Pablo and Josh went out the backstage and rode their van. Looks like they went back to their hotel - which I'm thinking Poblo might've grabbed his Kumunoy demo. He didn't perform Kumunoy prior to the LA leg. That night, I felt extra special because he performed Kumunoy.
Just email 1Z entertainment and I love how you amazed with kumunoy and I really waiting for ep solo of pablo
Interesting we were in the same concert and yes, it was hard for me to hear all the lyrics but I tried to get my friend (I just introduced to SB19) to pay attention to it because the message is good from what I could figure out. That was a nice and thorough reaction of yours.
It was always refreshing to listen to your analysis of things .. thank you I learned a lot I hope some reactors are just like you.
Wow! Your analysis is on point! Great job!
“A hardened heart” is also in the bible.
😊😊😊
I think I've watched the "not official MV of this song"-KUMUNOY, it was better and more apparent, and it's RAW.