Neural Harmony - Igorot's Cry

The song expresses the pain and hardships faced by the Igorot people (“sakit ti puso” – pain of the heart; “sakit ti biag” – pain of life) while emphasizing their unwavering strength and cultural pride. It speaks of ancestral land (“daga mi”) and the passing of time (“panawen ti rigat”), highlighting the importance of preserving traditions and spirit despite challenges. The repetitive chants and gangsa rhythms symbolize unity, resilience, and the vibrant life force that continues to thrive within the Igorot community. Title: Igorot’s Cry [Intro:] Ay-ayaten, ay-ayaten... Igorot... Ay, ag-agaw, ag-agaw, Daga mi, daga mi, Sakit ti puso, Panawen ti rigat. Tawid ti kaarruba, Dumteng ti panawen, Igorot, Igorot, Agsangit ti lubong. Ha-la-ha, ha-la-ha, Tibker ti puso, Ragsak ken dardaras, Ha-la-ha, ha-la-ha. Igorot, Dardaras ti gangsa, Igorot, Sakit ti biag. Ay, ag-agaw, ag-agaw, Daga mi, daga mi, Panawen ti rigat, Ngem agtultuloy kami. Tawid ti kultura, Sangbay ti kinabaknang, Igorot, Igorot, Agbiag ti espiritu. Ha-la-ha, ha-la-ha, Tibker ti puso, Ragsak ken dardaras, Ha-la-ha, ha-la-ha. Igorot, Dardaras ti gangsa, Igorot, Sakit ti biag. Igorot... Igorot... Ha-la-la... ha-la-la... [Bridge:] Igorot, Igorot, Tawid ti panawen, Puso nga agtignay, Agbiag ti kultura. [Chorus:] Igorot, Dardaras ti gangsa, Igorot, Sakit ti biag. [Chorus:] Igorot, Dardaras ti gangsa, Igorot, Sakit ti biag. “Agbiag ti Igorot... Tawid ti kultura... Puso nga agtignay...”