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The story behind "Extra Sheets, and the making of the song "Pilipinas"

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For weeks, I had been having the same dream every night. In it, upon waking up, I remembered hearing snippets of melody with the word "Pilipinas" three times. At first, I thought it was just my subconscious trying to process the melody. My initial impression was that it might not be an original song. For sometimes, I waited and checked if this melody had been written somewhere else. But as the dreams persisted, I began to feel a connection and started putting more words to the melody. I kept hearing these words: "I've been to all places, but there's nothing like you…"


One night, as I lay in bed replaying the dream's beautiful imagery, a melody emerged from the fog of my mind. The notes seemed to rise up, weaving together into a harmony that echoed through every cell of my being. It was then that Extra Sheets were born - a song that would capture the essence of those recurring dreams and become a tune. As I scribbled down the lyrics and chord progression over many days between jobs, it felt like the dream had finally revealed itself to me, allowing me to craft this song “Pilipinas".


Here’s the lyrics.


Extra Sheet 3 “Pilipinas”


Verse 1

I've been to all places, there's nothing like you.

With those lovely places, I still longing for you sight.

Traveled far and wide, seen different faces.

But nothing compares to your warm embraces.

No distance can keep me from your side.

With you my love, I’ve found what I’ve been looking for.


Verse 2

I’ve been to mountains high and valleys low.

The cities may spark, the ocean may roar.

But with you, I long for the one I need.

In your arms is where my heart finds its speed.


Chorus

Pilipinas, Pilipinas,

A place where my heart belongs

Pilipinas, Home sweet home,

Hold me close and never let me go.


Pilipinas, Pilipinas,

You’re my haven in a world askew.

Pilipinas, Pilipinas,

Everything feels brand new.


Bridge  

From the mighty mountains,

To the crystal clear sea,

There’s no place like you,

You’re where I long to be,

Oh, Pilipinas, you stand tall and proud,

Forever shinning brightly,

In a world where dreams are allowed.


Here’s the link to the demo song and enjoy…


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Eliasar A. Simon, M.D.