I am a professor in Asian American Studies and did my phd in ethnomusicology. I am currently teaching a Filipino American History class in San Francisco City College and I used this video fo display Fil-Am nationalism. Nationalism can be expressed in many languages, music being only one of them and Hip hop is just a medium of many musical genres to express that nationalism. I found the video very moving when I first stumbled onto it and it offers important critiques of post colonial identity
I choose to believe you are absolutely right maganda babae . 😊 Awesome song it gets me everytime ! The sad part about it, is when I show this to your people & they just don't embrace it . They're too americanized ! So 😢👎
haha. actually the guy at the end of the video is Heber Bartolome. He's the original singer & songwriter of the song that we sampled from (Tayo'y Mga Pinoy). He gave us permission to sample his song & blessed us with the honor of making a cameo in our video.
Thanks to whoever did this. Although some of you can't speak the Filipino language, you sure represent the spirit of the Filipino warrior blood. The Maharlika blood.
Ten years later....they were rapping about this before social media blew up. Before it became cool and hip to be an activist. 10 years And still relevant. Underrated song of revolutionary hip hop. Man I’m in NYC now and I just wanna meet all these guys and talk about our people man.
This showed up again on my feed. I actually worked with these guys on their second album. I look back and would love to make beats for them one last time, if we were to never make hip hop music again.
and for the record, the song samples "tayo'y mga pinoy" by Heber Bartolome. Sir Heber is a noted musician who is as proud of his Pilipino heritage as they come. He not only gave us permission to sample his song, but he praised us for the final product. The reason is, he saw passed the medium & focused on the message.
Whoever is giving you guys crap for this video...don't worry about him. In order to solve problems in our community, it's important to address the issues that are prevalent. Recognizing the problems are the first step, and I feel this song does a great job of making people aware of the problems facing our people. This song could serve as the first step to opening many young Pinoy/Pinay minds. Keep it up guys!
I also wanted to add that even though I'm not a Filipina I'm proud to have been a part of this video. I've been a huge fan of DF and I know that this means so much to you guys. And congrats on making a song that stays true to who you are and what you stand for. I've always been a fan and supporter of your talent and struggle, and I want you to know that I will continue to support you in the future. Even though I don't hail from the Philippines I still know good hip-hop when I hear it! :)
why am i the most non-hip hop lookin fool in this video? haha for reals though, big ups to the DF fam for the opportunity to collab. everyone ripped it! and thanks for the francis m tribute. i'm sure he would be proud. mabuhay! -kiwi
First off, as a musician myself, I totally respect you guys and this song is amazing. Now, I'll admit a story, growing up, I wasn't sure I really wanted to embrace my parent's filipino roots. I wanted to be "american." As I got older, I truly got wiser and saw a lot of the things you guys mentioned in this song especially the part about our identities. But anyway, I now know where my parents came from and I am proud of them. When they are gone, my kids will know about my family.
much love to all the rappers here.,one love bros.,but for those who never been here? you need to see the P.I hiphop culture for what it really is.,I suggest you go back here and have a concert of some sort here.,like bambu and masta plann did last saturday.,i was there.,so you need to do the same bros.,we'll be there to show our support.,and also so you can know the true philippines not just from the news or internet
LOVE IT!!!! That' s Right!!! Ya'll represented. Made me wanna cry. Thank you for breakin' it down and telling the truth!!! "F" all the haters. Keep doin your thang brothas!!!
I feel ashamed i never heard about this song im 10 years late but hey better late than never right? This song is so underrated. Must have a millions of views!
I found this years back and still keep coming back. I grew up so close to the 69th st 7 stop, and I remember shopping at the phil am market. mabuhay pare.
Nover is not only a talented fighter, but a mad humble & cool dude. We'll always support him. he's the kind of dude you would want to keep rooting for. thanks for props!
This is the only album I ever picked up on iTunes. I can't even begin to explain how resonant it's been with me in my life Y'all need to do something with "Never Forget" though. That's the jam.
Love the track bros. Keep making that good music. You guys got talent. This is the next generation Filipino Anthem. What a great way to help open the eyes and ears of many Filipino Americans youths who overlook our heritage and are ashamed of where they came from. We got to know our history and appreciate what we've been given.
thanks. CJ & I were in the Philippines in January & that's how we were able to get some of the Philippines footage. However, most of the P.I. footage was shot by DF's own, Sawnd G.
Dope track, especially the last verse. My great grandfather is of Spanish heritage, and I grew up with the idea of being light skinned with a sharp nose was a blessing. However, as I got older I knew that wasn't the case, and this song proves it. Deep Foundation, Bambu, Kiwi, Geologic, and other Pinoy Emcee's out there keep this real. My bay area Pinoy posse and I will be looking forward to more of your tracks in the near future.
@Jayvizespana A young lawyer.. How amazing.. Just breath taking... Out of 90 000 000 of u guys, one actually becomes larger than life, a young lawyer... Marvelous...
Video and lyrics were hot. CJ, your verse hit home hardest, because going to the Philippines several times these past years, the one thing that's bothered me more than most is all the people in love with the skin-whitening, when so few people there look like that (outside of those koreans and chinese coming in). Like, 'who u trying to be', just be you, lol.
I loved the video!!! Doin it in HD was great, rhymes were tight, shots of Philippines, and all that was VERY well done! I appreciate how the struggles of Filipinos leave them a very strong, passionate, proud group of great people. Plus, I think Phillippe Nover is gonna make waves in the UFC lightweight division. I trust as he gets bigger, he'll keep biggin up DF!
This is a rap masterpiece to say the least. This is music you feel, not hear. If people felt music, there'd be alot of less shitty artists out there lol. Keep it real Boyz !!!! I FUCKIN love your beats.
hey deep im feelin the video keep doin ya thang homiesmuc luv and respect tonall ya in the video haha my cousin winfred and my friend roger eddy and cecil and wow i cant believe philipe nover is in here
Man Dont mind them haters theyre just jealous cause you made heber bartolome proud of you. plus the message of the song is inspiring and true, So Haters keep on hatin... :P
The original song is "Tayo'y Mga Pinoy" by Banyuhay Ni Heber. The man at the end of the video singing and playing the guitar is the original lead singer of the group.
Dro, I think some people get the mistaken impression that rappers are thugs (wonder why :p) but this video and the song are almost like spoken word. The message is so far beyond mainstream rap.
the name of the song is "Tayo'y Mga Pinoy" by Banyuhay Ni Heber the original singer/songwriter of the song, Heber Bartolome, makes an appearance at the end of the video. he's the dude playing the guitar.
good job guys..submit this video to the Pac camp as the entrance song for his upcoming closing fights...i saw APL Pineda of BEP perform Bebot at the Marquez Pac 2 fight in Vegas. It was dope..It would be great if you guys could perform this in vegas...let me know..
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I am a professor in Asian American Studies and did my phd in ethnomusicology. I am currently teaching a Filipino American History class in San Francisco City College and I used this video fo display Fil-Am nationalism. Nationalism can be expressed in many languages, music being only one of them and Hip hop is just a medium of many musical genres to express that nationalism. I found the video very moving when I first stumbled onto it and it offers important critiques of post colonial identity
Most underrated, ethnic, revolutionary hip hop song ever made.
I choose to believe you are absolutely right maganda babae . 😊 Awesome song it gets me everytime ! The sad part about it, is when I show this to your people & they just don't embrace it . They're too americanized ! So 😢👎
frank incense simple, it’s because they’re born in America...
i am Brown I AM BROWN!!!! FILIPINO, THIS IS WE!
- nice videO-
Maricel
10 years later, this track is still EPIC. Truly timeless. Stay proud!
haha. actually the guy at the end of the video is Heber Bartolome. He's the original singer & songwriter of the song that we sampled from (Tayo'y Mga Pinoy). He gave us permission to sample his song & blessed us with the honor of making a cameo in our video.
Thanks to whoever did this. Although some of you can't speak the Filipino language, you sure represent the spirit of the Filipino warrior blood. The Maharlika blood.
That's what it's all about.
Para sa mga Pinoy/Pinay... gising na tayo!
Much love & respect from south east San Diego!
Ten years later....they were rapping about this before social media blew up. Before it became cool and hip to be an activist.
10 years And still relevant. Underrated song of revolutionary hip hop.
Man I’m in NYC now and I just wanna meet all these guys and talk about our people man.
This showed up again on my feed. I actually worked with these guys on their second album. I look back and would love to make beats for them one last time, if we were to never make hip hop music again.
and for the record, the song samples "tayo'y mga pinoy" by Heber Bartolome. Sir Heber is a noted musician who is as proud of his Pilipino heritage as they come. He not only gave us permission to sample his song, but he praised us for the final product. The reason is, he saw passed the medium & focused on the message.
Whoever is giving you guys crap for this video...don't worry about him. In order to solve problems in our community, it's important to address the issues that are prevalent. Recognizing the problems are the first step, and I feel this song does a great job of making people aware of the problems facing our people. This song could serve as the first step to opening many young Pinoy/Pinay minds. Keep it up guys!
June 12 2019. Happy Independence Day 🇵🇭⚔️
I also wanted to add that even though I'm not a Filipina I'm proud to have been a part of this video. I've been a huge fan of DF and I know that this means so much to you guys. And congrats on making a song that stays true to who you are and what you stand for. I've always been a fan and supporter of your talent and struggle, and I want you to know that I will continue to support you in the future. Even though I don't hail from the Philippines I still know good hip-hop when I hear it! :)
much respect to these guys!!! LONGLIVE FILIPINO!!! Longlive the Hip Hop Revolution!!!
-from Zamboanga
why am i the most non-hip hop lookin fool in this video? haha for reals though, big ups to the DF fam for the opportunity to collab. everyone ripped it! and thanks for the francis m tribute. i'm sure he would be proud. mabuhay! -kiwi
FILIPINO PRIDE MAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAANNN OUTTA HOLLAND
KEEP THROWING THIS GOOD HIPHOP ! BIGG UP Deep Foundation
I'm blessed to be a part of this talented Filipino artists!
This joint goes hard!!! I'm Black but the message still hits. Much respect
DJ X-Zist
First off, as a musician myself, I totally respect you guys and this song is amazing. Now, I'll admit a story, growing up, I wasn't sure I really wanted to embrace my parent's filipino roots. I wanted to be "american." As I got older, I truly got wiser and saw a lot of the things you guys mentioned in this song especially the part about our identities. But anyway, I now know where my parents came from and I am proud of them. When they are gone, my kids will know about my family.
much love to all the rappers here.,one love bros.,but for those who never been here? you need to see the P.I hiphop culture for what it really is.,I suggest you go back here and have a concert of some sort here.,like bambu and masta plann did last saturday.,i was there.,so you need to do the same bros.,we'll be there to show our support.,and also so you can know the true philippines not just from the news or internet
LOVE IT!!!! That' s Right!!! Ya'll represented. Made me wanna cry. Thank you for breakin' it down and telling the truth!!! "F" all the haters. Keep doin your thang brothas!!!
Very well done!... dayum thats some crazy rhymes.. PROUD TO BE A FILIPINO!
ol d way hir from 6o4 VanCity Canada!
LONG LIVE FRANCIS M!~
I feel ashamed i never heard about this song im 10 years late but hey better late than never right? This song is so underrated. Must have a millions of views!
i feel you!
this is BOMB!! Phillipinos are great rappers - DF, Native Guns, Gea, the Upstairs and many more.
Peace and much love from Poland! Yo!
I found this years back and still keep coming back. I grew up so close to the 69th st 7 stop, and I remember shopping at the phil am market. mabuhay pare.
Nover is not only a talented fighter, but a mad humble & cool dude. We'll always support him. he's the kind of dude you would want to keep rooting for. thanks for props!
Salamat Kapatid for this song. This gotta be the best Anthem song for me.
Deep Foundation, Nomi, Kiwi tapos featuring pa si Heber Bartolome... dedicated pa kay Kiko
this is a classic record.
ang sarap maging Pilipino.
2023 anyone?
This is the only album I ever picked up on iTunes. I can't even begin to explain how resonant it's been with me in my life Y'all need to do something with "Never Forget" though. That's the jam.
2022 anyone?
Besides A place called home, I love this song! "More power to Pinoys!"
Love the track bros. Keep making that good music. You guys got talent. This is the next generation Filipino Anthem. What a great way to help open the eyes and ears of many Filipino Americans youths who overlook our heritage and are ashamed of where they came from. We got to know our history and appreciate what we've been given.
thanks. CJ & I were in the Philippines in January & that's how we were able to get some of the Philippines footage. However, most of the P.I. footage was shot by DF's own, Sawnd G.
I wonder if you still look at this mark.. so commenting out of curiosity and felt like listening to this song ㅋㅋㅋ ❤
Loved this video. Made appreciate my Filipino heritage even more than I already do.
the video looks great! ceejay - so proud of you!
Dope track, especially the last verse. My great grandfather is of Spanish heritage, and I grew up with the idea of being light skinned with a sharp nose was a blessing. However, as I got older I knew that wasn't the case, and this song proves it.
Deep Foundation, Bambu, Kiwi, Geologic, and other Pinoy Emcee's out there keep this real. My bay area Pinoy posse and I will be looking forward to more of your tracks in the near future.
PROUD TO BE FILIPINO
thank you. we really appreciate it. we want as many people to see it, especially people in the Philippines.
@Jayvizespana A young lawyer.. How amazing.. Just breath taking... Out of 90 000 000 of u guys, one actually becomes larger than life, a young lawyer... Marvelous...
this song is on repeat and constantly on rotation.its reppin time.
Video and lyrics were hot. CJ, your verse hit home hardest, because going to the Philippines several times these past years, the one thing that's bothered me more than most is all the people in love with the skin-whitening, when so few people there look like that (outside of those koreans and chinese coming in). Like, 'who u trying to be', just be you, lol.
Instruments yells while blowing.
nice video! ten stars for you
awesome...
proud to be encites lil brother.
yea. the dude with the red hat & the sick hat tricks = Mikey C. of the Lost Kids. He & his whole crew are DOPE. mad props to mike & the lost kids.
I SAW YOU GUYS AT KP! FILIPINO PRIDE!
I loved the video!!! Doin it in HD was great, rhymes were tight, shots of Philippines, and all that was VERY well done! I appreciate how the struggles of Filipinos leave them a very strong, passionate, proud group of great people. Plus, I think Phillippe Nover is gonna make waves in the UFC lightweight division. I trust as he gets bigger, he'll keep biggin up DF!
fellas, doooope video, doooope song! keep doing ya thing, ya gotta supporter here, peace.
love the lyrics! one of the best rap song i've ever heard! keep it up!
This is a rap masterpiece to say the least. This is music you feel, not hear. If people felt music, there'd be alot of less shitty artists out there lol. Keep it real Boyz !!!! I FUCKIN love your beats.
Well done fellas.... keep it up yo... great song and great vid...
hey deep im feelin the video keep doin ya thang homiesmuc luv and respect tonall ya in the video haha my cousin winfred and my friend roger eddy and cecil and wow i cant believe philipe nover is in here
this needs to be suggested to youtubers so they can react to it.
Hey you guys are awesome. This music video makes me reminiscent of my day's when i was in the Philippine. HOOAH!
thanks homey. keep reppin us out there. we want people everywhere to hear this song.
Man Dont mind them haters theyre just jealous cause you made heber bartolome proud of you. plus the message of the song is inspiring and true, So Haters keep on hatin... :P
Last verse... Straight up honest truth! Nice one guys! PINOY!
My heart's so full of pride ryt now. Thanks to you guyz.. Much love to y'all from Cebu, Philippines!
damnn. jay definetly rocked that beard. haha
AMAZING job guys, AMAZING!
This song will always be dope!
like the different clip. good work gents. mark nice verse.
angel the drumma
holy shit! this made me cry and i'm not even from the PI! thank you for your passion in where you come from! much love! =)
Awesome lyrics! Nice beat! alltogether
THIS SONG IS HELLA TIGHT!
what they rap is exactly how i feel. more pinoys should be proud for who they are instead of trying to be something else.
The original song is "Tayo'y Mga Pinoy" by Banyuhay Ni Heber. The man at the end of the video singing and playing the guitar is the original lead singer of the group.
beautiful. proud to be Pilipino!
DF once again delivers.
I am Pinoy
I have Filipino Pride for the Philippines
yeah Tagalog and Basaya
haha this is the shyyz song
best song
wow. thanks man. we appreciate you spreading the word.
astig ah....................
thanks homey. hopefully we can go back there sometime soon. please help us spread the word & share it with friends
yo that was tight ya'll. DF keep doin ya'll thing man. Its bruce btw
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The video and the rhymes were sick! Much respect to DF!
Damn, this is what hip hop was about. Back to the fundamental rhyme with reason. Its a step forward and I like the direction, Im yearning 4 more.
ayo cj its inf! dope video fam. madd props to you and DF. keep spittin fam
yes, that's my brother, Arvin aka Sawnd G. He is also part of Deep Foundation. He filmed all the Philippines scenes in the video.
great job DF! represent!
salamat pare! music and the reality of it it so true!
I got excited when I heard this on Donaire's background music against Montiel
Dro, I think some people get the mistaken impression that rappers are thugs (wonder why :p) but this video and the song are almost like spoken word. The message is so far beyond mainstream rap.
the name of the song is "Tayo'y Mga Pinoy" by Banyuhay Ni Heber
the original singer/songwriter of the song, Heber Bartolome, makes an appearance at the end of the video. he's the dude playing the guitar.
this is fire!
tayo'y mga pinoy
tayo'y hindi kano
I'm really proud of you guys. This is an amazing remix and an amazing video.
Keep on representing our people well.
Xoxo,
Kevin Nadal
got chills watching this. damn proud of DF!!!
Aww, I'm so proud of you guys - great video - way to represent pinoy pride too. I LOVED it!
DF 4 ever!
LOVE.x
finally happy to see this release of the video...keep killin it, DF!!!
Yup! Bayanihan Center in Queens! So kind of them to let us shoot there.
Wow!!! That's amazing guys! Great job.
an amazing video. you can tell that so much hard work was put into it. but it all paid off. great job DF!!
what!? great song guys.
this video never gets old! yall are sick.."teaching him close open" lol
Great song and video guys!
That's sick yoh! 5 stars!
Cool! looking forward to it!
the guy doing hat tricks is Mikey C. of the Lost Kids.
that is Suitkace breaking, along with Darrvi aka WeapoNext & Rex Linga Jr.
good job guys..submit this video to the Pac camp as the entrance song for his upcoming closing fights...i saw APL Pineda of BEP perform Bebot at the Marquez Pac 2 fight in Vegas. It was dope..It would be great if you guys could perform this in vegas...let me know..
nice!!! loving in the Bx.
uh-MAZING. sooo siick. congrats guys!!!!! this turned out better than i could have imagined :-D
PROUD!