Introduction: “Kathang Isip” is one of Ben&Ben’s most emotional songs, capturing the pain of realizing that love was one-sided. Released in 2017, this song struck a chord with many Filipinos going through unrequited love. It became viral not only because of its melody but because of its painfully relatable lyrics.
🎤 Lyrics – Kathang Isip by Ben&Ben
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[Verse 1]
Nagbibilang ng dahon sa aking paligid
Nagbabakasakaling ika’y dumating
[Chorus]
‘Di ba nga ito ang ‘yong gusto?
‘Di ba’t ito ang ‘yong ginusto?
Ngunit bakit biglang nagbago ang lahat?
[Bridge]
Hanggang kailan ako aasa?
Hanggang kailan maghihintay sa wala?
(Shortened for copyright safety; full lyrics can be shortened or linked if you have rights.)
💔 Song Meaning & Interpretation: “Kathang Isip” translates to “figment of imagination” – and that’s what the relationship turned out to be. The narrator thought they were in love with someone who felt the same, but it was all in their head. The slow build-up of the melody mirrors the emotional breakdown of someone realizing the truth: “minahal kita kahit ‘di totoo.”
This line hits especially hard because it reflects how we sometimes fall in love with the idea of someone, not who they truly are.
🎬 Fun Fact / Trivia:
- The official music video has over 30 million views on YouTube.
- This song helped launch Ben&Ben into mainstream fame.
- Fans often share their own heartbreak stories in the comments section of the MV.
📢 Final Thoughts: “Kathang Isip” is a modern OPM classic that captures the loneliness of loving someone who never really loved you back. It’s raw, honest, and undeniably Filipino in its hugot.
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