Rivermaya - Liwanag Sa Dilim Chords

[Intro 1]
Bb Ab
Bb Ab
Bb Ab
 
[Intro 2]
Eb Dm Bb  Eb Dm Ab
      Hey!      Hey!
Eb Dm Bb  F Gm Ab
      Hey!     Hey!
Eb Dm Bb  Eb Dm Ab
      Hey!      Hey!
Eb Dm Bb  F Gm Ab
      Hey!
 
[Verse]
Bb                  Ab
Ituring ang iyong sariling,
             Bb
tagahawi ng ulap
                    Ab
sa kalangitang kulimlim
Bb                   Ab
Kampanang yayanig sa bawat nilalang
      Bb                          Ab
magigising ang lupang kulang sa dilig
 
[Pre-chorus 1]
Gm                     Ab
Ikaw ang magsasabing, 'Kaya mo 'to!'
Gm
Tulad ng isang tanglaw
      Ab
sa gitna ng bagyo
 
[Chorus]
Eb Dm Bb
      Isigaw mo sa hangin,
Eb Dm Ab
      tumindig at magsilbing
Eb Dm Bb       Ab
      liwanag, liwanag sa dilim
Eb Dm Bb
      Harapin mong magiting
Eb Dm Ab
      Ang bagong awitin
Eb Dm Bb         Ab
      Ikaw ang liwanag sa dilim
 
[Interlude]
Eb Dm Bb   Eb Dm Ab
Wo-oh-ohh, Wo-oh-ohh
Eb Dm Bb  F Gm Ab
Wo-oh-ohh
 
[Verse]
         Bb
At sa paghamon mo
   Ab            Bb   Ab
sa agos ng ating kasaysayan
Bb       Ab          Bb
Uukit ka ng bagong daan,
Ab
Oh-oh-woh!
 
[Pre-chorus 2]
Gm                  Ab
Ikaw ang aawit ng, 'Kaya mo 'to!'
Gm
Isang pan*langin
      Ab
sa gitna ng gulo
 
[Chorus 2]
Eb Dm Bb
      Isigaw mo sa hangin,
Eb Dm Ab
      tumindig at magsilbing
Eb Dm Bb       Ab
      liwanag, liwanag sa dilim
Eb Dm Bb
      Harapin mong magiting
Eb Dm Ab
      Ang bagong awitin,
Eb Dm Bb         Ab
      Ikaw ang, Liwanag!
 
[Guitar Solo]
Bb Ab
Bb Ab
Bb Ab
Gm Ab
Ab Ab [Bb]
 
[Interlude]
Bb Ab
Bb Ab
 
[Bridge]
Bb
Isigaw mo sa hangin,
Ab
tumindig at magsilbing
Bb       Ab
liwanag, liwanag sa dilim
Bb
Harapin mong magiting
Ab
Ang bagong awitin
Gm   Ab
   Liwanag!
 
[Chorus 3]
Bb
Isigaw mo sa hangin,
Cm                Ab
tumindig at magsilbing
Bb
liwanag sa dilim
Gm
Harapin mong magiting
Ab            Gm
Ang bagong awitin,
Ab           Bb
Liwanag sa dilim
 
[Coda]
Eb Dm Bb   Eb Dm Ab
Wo-oh-ohh, Wo-oh-ohh,
Eb Dm Bb   F  Gm Ab
Wo-oh-ohh, Wo-oh-ohh
 
[Outro]
Eb Dm Bb



How to play "Liwanag Sa Dilim" on guitar

Tuning: Standard (E A D G B e)

Intro 1 Chords:
The song starts with a punchy intro using Bb and Ab 
chords, creating an energizing atmosphere.

Bb Ab 
Bb Ab 
Bb Ab 

Intro 2 Chords:
Continuing the energy, this part includes more chords 
adding to the dynamic build-up.

Eb Dm Bb  Eb Dm Ab 
      Hey!      Hey!
Eb Dm Bb  F Gm Ab 
      Hey!     Hey!
Eb Dm Bb  Eb Dm Ab 
      Hey!      Hey!
Eb Dm Bb  F Gm Ab 
      Hey!

Playing Tips:
- Strum vigorously to convey the song's high energy.
- Focus on clean and swift transitions between chords 
  to maintain the rhythm and momentum.

Verse Chords:
The verse uses Bb and Ab to narrate the empowerment 
theme of the lyrics.

Bb                  Ab 
Ituring ang iyong sariling,
             Bb 
tagahawi ng ulap
                    Ab 
sa kalangitang kulimlim

Playing Tips:
- Keep the strumming pattern consistent but dynamic, 
  emphasizing the lyrical message of breakthrough 
  and hope.

Pre-chorus Chords:
Gm and Ab chords in the pre-chorus serve as a musical 
build-up to the chorus, instilling a sense of 
encouragement.

Gm                     Ab 
Ikaw ang magsasabing, 'Kaya mo 'to!'
Gm 
Tulad ng isang tanglaw
      Ab 
sa gitna ng bagyo

Playing Tips:
- Use a mix of strumming and arpeggiated chords to 
  highlight the emotional swell.

Chorus Chords:
The chorus sees a return to Eb, Dm, Bb, and Ab, driving 
home the song's main message.

Eb Dm Bb 
      Isigaw mo sa hangin,
Eb Dm Ab 
      tumindig at magsilbing
Eb Dm Bb       Ab 
      liwanag, liwanag sa dilim

Playing Tips:
- Strum with more force and volume to elevate the 
  chorus's impact.
- Allow each chord to ring to enhance the anthemic 
  quality of the music.

Common Mistakes:
- Not syncing the vocal lines with the chord changes, 
  which can disrupt the flow of the song.
- Losing intensity during the pre-chorus and chorus, 
  which are crucial for conveying the song's empowering 
  feel.

Lyrics Meaning:
"Liwanag Sa Dilim" inspires courage and determination, 
urging listeners to become a beacon of light in 
darkness. It celebrates the power of individual 
resilience and the capability to initiate change, 
emphasizing the influence one can have by standing 
strong against challenges.

Ensure your playing reflects the powerful and 
inspirational message of this song, letting each 
chord resonate with the promise of hope and 
transformation.