

Also, as mentioned above, folk songs are a mirror of culture and tradition. In the Philippines, folk songs are the Filipino grandparents’ ways of creatively sharing both of their regular or remarkable experiences when they are gathered around for a get-together paired with bonfires and starry nights. The experiences of those who came before us are recorded in folk songs. For one, it reminds us of the past and keeps it alive.

If you were to ask, we’d say that folk songs are one the most important manifestations of a culture’s customs and way of life. The lyrics and rhythms of these songs mirror the life and culture of its people.

As the name suggests, folk songs are the music of the people. It connects generations as these are passed on from one to the next. Folk songs are reflections of a community’s identity and culture.
