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De Leon, Florante
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| Arranger: | Eddie Munji |
| Performer: | Kuh Ledesma |
| Album: | Ako ay Pilipino |
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| Key / Mode: | C |
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| Genre: | Songs of Appreciation / Praise / Tribute |
| Form: | Pop Ballad |
| Historical Period: | Contemporary |
| Date of Composition: | 1978 |
| Premiere Performance: | First sung by the composer |
| About the Song: | As suggested by the title, the song is a gift or a never-ending hymn of gratitude for the support of fans. It creates a bond between the singer and the listeners, with the artist making a final promise that even after death, the song will live on and pay homage to the people. (From the CCP Encyclopedia of Philippine Art, vol. 6, p. 237) |
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