New Parents React to MAPA by SB19

[@iiirenee3574]

the song doesn't have anything to do with dying, like mom and dad were dying. It just means that mom and dad are old and after all the years of taking of their kids, it's now the time for the kids to take care of them old folks. Rest now, it's my turn to take care of you, sth like that

[@marifetaylor4177]

In the Philippines, when the children all grown and have job, most parents dont work anymore and the children take care of their father and mother financially. I think its our (filipino) tradition.

[@heavensky8706]

And also because there is no job for seniors in the Philippines, some of them ended up selling on the street or retiring at the age of 50+ and there is no pension for the government.

[@terayskie6619]

Mostly in the city like manila but not in the province

[@noahtempler9767]

It's the culture.

[@rowmon7578]

It’s true

[@JoJo-id9ql]

more like culture not tradition

[@reylandvilla6646]

The phrase “Lataratara” is a lullaby usually sung to babies to make them sleep… so it is their turn to sing it to their parents to let them rest…

[@lepunksmoothie]

You were right about MAPA referring to Ma (mother) and Pa (father), but it also directly translates to "map" since our parents serve as our guide and our life's compass as we grow up -- our Ma served as our "eyes when the world's changing" (helps us see things in different perspectives and builds our values, beliefs, etc.) while our Pa served as our "feet every time I'm already crawling" (when faced with difficulties and things get rough, he gives us a helping and helps us get up). Culturally, it is every Filipino child's dream to be able to take care of their parents when they get older. Thank you for appreciating SB19's MAPA and congratulations on your newborn baby!

[@gladysroca4007]

Mapa would also mean map. The lyrics " dala ko ang mapa, kahit saan man magpunta, alam ko kung saan nagmula" meaning wherever success will bring us maybe it means working outside the country or simply a very good paying job or successful career, we know to go back home.

[@abbycawis2692]

Mapa stands for Mama and Papa and at the same time stands for the word mapa or map in english.. so what we all learned from our parents have become our maps and guides as we ourselves navigate our way in this world and let our parents rest and us taking the responsibilities❤❤

[@DennisRoque-d9c]

and also stand for mata at paa

[@issalazo9722]

MAPA has versions in English, Chinese, Japanese and a lot more...A'tin (SB 19's fandom) from other countries and of different nationalities love this song so much that they've made their own cover versions in their own language. The song resonates so much and is very relatable.

[@anitalumbre5821]

Thats a powerful song, a tribute to all parents. What touched me is the part sang by Josh, its about a father though he didnt know his father. He delivered the part brilliantly. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@gladysroca4007]

Pablo said he gave the part to Josh so it will have an impact. Ken also delivered his part well though he grew up away from his father who works abroad. The lines for Josh and Ken are very powerful its like an assurance to their father that they live all the words and advice given to them. I like the one that says "Dahil ikaw ang aking paa sa tuwing ako'y gagapang na" its like you hold on to your father's strength whenever you're down and losing in life. MAPA introduce me to SB19 during a graduation ceremony. And it's never turning back. I'm proud to be part of the boys journey. Mabuhay Pilipinas. Proud Pilipino!

[@chixNiKen]

part of our culture as filipinos to return the favor of our parents, when we are able to stand on our own. when the children have a stable job, they provide financial support and take care of their parents when they get old. this is also our way to thank them for the love and sacrifice that they did for us😊 💙

[@apborja8322]

Our parents are our map to guide us as we grow up but as we grow up we never forget where we came from wr pay homage and respect by being able to take care of them as they grow older we never forget our roots 4:19

[@rexymorales1135]

MAPA is the song that made me fall in love wt SB19... I cried buckets of tears...SB19 boys are a different group...they have good values..they love and respect their parents so much😊

[@erlmaslakmd]

I was born in the Philippines but have been here (US) for more than 30 years. I was discussing the meaning of "REST" in the Philippines and how my husband (who was born here in the US) understand it. Rest here is "dying/dead" as in "Rest In Peace" whereas in the Philippines, it means to "take a break". The song is really about our parents Ma(ma) and Pa(pa)- thus the title 'MaPa'. Most Filipinos call their parents-Mama and Papa as opposed to Mom/Mommy and Dad/Daddy here in the US. Mapa is also Tagalog/Spanish for "Map". It';s a wordplay that Pablo and SB 19 utilizes appropriately in all their songs. If you dig a bit deeper into the members and their songs you'll find out! Thank you for all your Rv's on SB19! This song makes me cry every time i listen to it.

[@gb0417]

All their ballads are in Tagalog (Filipino) Even if you don't understand, you can feel and appreciate the song because of the harmonies and the passion/emotion. Another ballad songs that I recommend are HANGGANG SA HULI and LIHAM on the Wish Bus. Thank you for loving SB19 songs ❤

[@mharmar5253]

Filipino always have the mindset that when they grow up and have their own work they will help parents and family financially...That is what SB19 now they were bread winners...Helping family financially...Even life is tough family trait in Philippines is to stay together even the childen have its own family they can stay with their parents...

[@enelramotab3525]

❤ song MAPA is dedicated to all the Parents Mapa means Mama and Papa they made the song during pandemic Pablo the leader ask the others members of SB19 what they want to say to their parents because they apart from their family and some parents work oversease during lockdown ❤ they all stay at studio and that's all started to made a songs the MAPA is so popular even other country translated in different languages like Chinese English Spanish Korea Japan and more Thank you for watching and appreciate SB19 i hope more of their songs you can check out

[@kristinedelacoste9328]

Highly recommend sb19 collab with ben&ben with MAPA song..you will totally love it

[@XiaoWu.88]

There are several reactors that are now A'tin (SB19 fandom) who are either living in the Philippines or visited or will visit the country and a few even learning the language. That's the effect of SB19 music which is their goal from the start.

[@maxb6570]

Glad you reacted to the Wish Bus version. Seeing the boys' facial expressions while singing Mapa adds to the magic of the song. You were right about the Ilaw pronunciation. The 'aw' in Ilaw almost sounds like the 'ow' in cow.

[@madonnahernandez483]

I like the live version because you can really hear the harmonies and how their voices compliments each other. thank for your rv ❤

[@chemariahc6080]

Thank you so much for reacting with MAPA from SB19. Truly very beautiful masterpiece a tribute for our dear parents and MAPA really does resonate to all people of all ages especially with parents and whether what language we speak like what Pablo always say Music is a Universal Language everyone can speak. You did great their MAPA wish Bus was A-mazimg because it has English caption and its LIVE you can really feel them sing this full of emotions and who sings the lines ❤❤❤ Wonderful song ❤❤❤

[@elsakimura9187]

Thank you for supporting SB19. Congratulations your new baby.

[@Killermcknight]

Thank you! 🤗

[@clarieberrychannel1819]

Thank you for your rv. Just imagine Josh who sang the father part never knew his dad. Ken or Felip grew up without his parents. He only saw them once at the age of 5. Because of poverty, his parents worked abroad. Pablo the leader, his Dad is an overseas worker. But now since they can provide, parents are all in the Philippines and they build houses for them. Thats why we are so proud of these 5. Family first.❤ More sb19 please. They have all beautiful ballads.

[@chris-zr9gy]

'MAPA' proving why it's the most viewed/streamed track of SB19. Its meaning transcends language barriers. Awesome reaction video folks! Please react to 'Liham' next on the Wish 107.5 Bus. Make sure to turn on the English subs.

[@JHEN_21]

This song MAPA have so many versions. It was covered with different people from different countries, like English, Chinese, Japanese, Spanish etc.

[@jaynolilicup5943]

Yeah.. english version.. would be nice also ❤❤

[@bounce675]

Thank you for always supporting the boys. We really appreciate it. Also, congratulations on your new bundle of joy. May your baby be blessed with good health, love and laughter. 🙏

[@CJCasasHub]

Still crying hearing this song, goodness! Can't blame Taylor for crying, MAPA can cut deep on your emotions. Thank you for always supporting SB19!

[@ANTONYMONDEJAR]

Thank you for introduction SB19. God bless.❤❤❤

[@Winastell]

😭😭😭😭😭😭ahhh thnkyou support sb19.enjoy whatshing..

[@virginiaLgray]

Thank you for your reactions to our very own SB19🇵🇭. Yes, there’s an English interpretations of this song. It’s from an American singer who is Filipino at heart. His name is David Demuzio. God bless.

[@ShereletteANAtambalong]

I didn't express myself to my Ma and Pa. This song reminds me so much of them. Now both are in heaven. I Love them both. This song really makes me cry.❤

[@Nhayel]

This song always makes me tear up whenever there's an RV-er that is also crying. i feel you. we love our parents. and congrats for being a parent now.

[@Braddah_R]

New sub here. Stephen this is when the saying "lost in translation" applies. In Tagalog when someone says "GUSTO KITA" and if you literally translate that to English it would be "LIKE YOU" when the true essence is "I LIKE YOU" You are absolutely correct when word for word will not match all the time🤩 Taylor is correct in pronouncing 'ILAW". (I-LAW = EE - LAO pronounced like a chinese last name)😅🤩

[@rachellara9067]

Thank you for this. You have heard them sing and rap but I don't think you have seen them dance. Please check out their AAA 2023 opening act. They sang live and danced up a storm. All the other KPop and JPop groups were hyping and vibing to their performance. Another Wish Bus USA guesting worth checking for is Liham (Letter), a ballad that will surely pull at your heartstrings. Their 1st R&B song, I Want You, recently got Vevo certified along with Gento. They shot MVs for both songs for Vevo Original. Hope you can check them out as well. Thank you and more power to your channel.

[@ariesrobdiamond1794]

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[@missppop]

I hear this song for almost how many years but still it captures my heart and begin to tear up my eyes..

[@CharitoBano-gu8jo]

Mapa is a song of gratitude of sb19 for there parents... It's actually an Asian culture specially here in d Philippines.. dt we still live with our parents n we want to take care of them as long as we can.. not only just because we wnt to tke care of them but we also want to show them our gratitude of thankfulness for them n also we wnt to give nor we want to bring back to them for all d caring n love n support n all d good things they've done to us before.. since our child hood.. some of us maybe far from away from them.. bt we mke.. we always rather to mke sure dt they're safe n in good situation.. we always mke them feel dt we're always at there side even we're far frm them... And dt was mapa means.. 🥰💙

[@aplpie9830]

❤❤❤ wish bus is good 😊 lyrics and title itself has double entendre. Love d reaction btw.

[@mariaelenamoraga8006]

Ma (short for mama) and Pa (short for papa) and also MAPA is also means in our language a map, a guide to reach our destination in life which our parents guide us.

[@Marialuz99113]

Congrats new parents! When you guys opened with that I knew you’d have an emotional reaction to this gem of a composition by Pablo. And then uou said you’d probably learn Tagalog through SB19, my heart leapt - because the boys do aim to make our language and our culture known through their music. 💯❤️🇵🇭

[@noahtempler9767]

Finally. Thanks for reacting. Love seeing people getting touched by this song. Music is one of the platforms where you can spread positive messages to everyone. SB19 is a very special group. Their music is very personal and inspire people.

[@eve6303]

Actually the song have different version done by different nationality. Watch Cashual Chuck documentary about them, it has English, japanese, mandarin, etc.

[@yobemischiebanico5478]

"Liham" next by SB19 on Wish bus pls..stay safe..GODBLESS..

[@Killermcknight]

Noted and thank you so much!

[@leonidoamante1773]

First as a subscriber, congrats for your new baby and being full parents now. SB 19 MAPA song is like how a child is being care-off by parents and how a child will do by caring his/her parents when they are old...

[@chinllanos6392]

it's not about parents dying. . . the "pahinga muna" which translates to "take a rest first" actually meant "take a break" as in take a break of doing the responsibilities/duties of being a parent (paying the bills, doing household chores, taking care of other children). so basically saying you can take a nap, i'll do the dishes and take care of my siblings for awhile or go on a vacation, i'll take care of the household for now.

[@WeeFishing]

The lyrics are sad but sweet at the same time. I dont even understand tagalog but the sub is good enough to get the feels.

[@Killermcknight]

Completely agree!!

[@portiadeliartejelenadeliar5052]

Check out LIHAM of SB19- means letter but its like a love letter.a little warning, would make you fall in love and will make you cry.

[@carobs35]

Pablo wrote this song. And singing, you can feel each of their emotion.

[@factsforU-i2y]

You know in the Philippines, it's ingrave in our culture that children must take good care of their grown parents-not just interpreted as your responsibility or obligation, rather it is interpreted as your "payback" or your own initiative to take good care of them as they have perceived to be contributed to your existence, provide your needs (basic needs or even your education) when your young or they've been there to help you mold yourself as an individual in this world. Indeed, it's seems to be rude (they somehow called "irresponsible") to any Filipino children if they can't able to look back or somehow provides the needs of their parents because think about it, grown parents can't help themselves or do stuffs on their own.

[@jahlyn1901]

Thank you for reacting SB19❤❤❤ new subscriber here

[@shantoms17]

I get so emotional every time I heard them this song ❤️❤️❤️

[@rosemariehermias9756]

I've always love ur reaction guys,I'm ur silent reactor keep it up and more blessing to come.🤗👍💞😊🌹🌹🌹

[@bricra8992]

This is now the favored tribute song for Highschool and College graduations in the Philippines. Tagalog is a beautifully poetic language. An English version probably wouldn't work as well. It has been attempted but not yet successful. There are so many versions of this one song to listen to now that you understand the translation. A band version with Ben&Ben, another Filipino folk rock band. MY favorite, Sonik Philippines. Round Festival and the Forte Charity concert with a live orchestra and virtual Choir. Pablo wrote the song after they talked about how they missed their parents while doing laundry on the road. If you like the Wish Bus check out Liham. It's dedicated to A'tin, their fans.

[@molekyuttv5121]

I'm Filipino and i don't know that song exists until my brother play a that song. So, I started searching the song on KZbin. And bwulah! I also cried. The lyrics really reflect the Filipino culture of giving back to parents.

[@linagervacio392]

Once we (Filipinos) are old enough to help at home, we try to ease our parents' burdens. Like when my sister and I were working already, we helped in the College education of our youngest. I took care of her daily expenses, my sister shared in her tuition fee. Our parents were still working too at that time. We don't wait for our parents to "need" us, meaning old age or dying. Honestly, I never really thought about it until you mentioned about the parents dying or being old. It made me think of the big difference in the western culture, and our own Filipino culture.

[@aishamangansakan9449]

❤❤❤❤❤ Thanks Sir and Ma'am for Ur appreciation

[@ceciliajamandri6926]

You got the interpretation right!!!

[@Killermcknight]

😊😊❤

[@simpleheart27]

I love wish bus version because its live and also u can see their emotion, i love the lyric video too cause its justin(sb19) who created the video i thunk, a map which also tributes to Parents Overseas Filipino Workers all around the world.

[@ma.teresaconstantino8384]

I really love this song MAPA literary means map, it is also short for Mama and Papa, also Ma- mata (eyes) Pa- paa (feet), mothers are their eyes and fathers are their feet that guide them. latarattara is a wordless hymn sung by mothers as they put their babies to sleep like a lullaby.

[@atinblueocean179]

I would love to recommend their song LIHAM (Letter), and they also performed it on Wish Bus with the English cc lyrics.

[@janzkacii]

SB19 "Liham" is also beautiful song

[@ivybasio1494]

Lataratara is La Tierra Tiera in spanish which means The World, and it’s a lullaby parents sing to their babies, and when sang it means You are my world.

[@alystaire08]

For MAPA, listening to this version is the best decision.

[@Killermcknight]

It seems 50/50 in the comments lol thank you!

[@aleanahsacar4214]

The boys were doing their laundry and Pablo asked them what would they like to say to their parents and that's how MAPA was created. Based on their ages and the fact that they still have their parents, the 'rest now' part is of kids taking over and taking care of their parents. But if you've lost your parent/parents, it's also applicable.

[@cherirose4463]

You’re correct Taylor. Though it’s highly metaphorical, you will not miss it. That’s also the reason why people recommended the other version and not the wish one.

[@MarLouise29]

Just subscribed, thanks for this rv. I'm glad that you picked the wish bus, because their adlibs, emotions and live vocals are always better.

[@ravenreyes6676]

wooowww Filipinas ❤🇵🇭❤️💓

[@krenzrodriguez3858]

please react also to them busking in Time square " MYX AND SB19 TAKEOVER HOLLYWOOD (Official Crimzone Performance Video)"

[@imdreamingofawhite]

MaPa means Mama and Papa and at the same time mapa means map in Tagalog. So our parents are our guides through life.

[@harley.davisidaro]

Hi Stephen and Taylor. Love the song. Funfact - MAPA actually placed 5th on Google's most searched songs globally in 2021. Love your RV -. I started following your RVs since Gento because your reactions are genuine and you're not afraid to be honest on how you feel about the videos. I hope I can see you react to their song WYAT - Where You At (dont worry it doesn't need subtitles since the song is already in english). It's a song with a retro feel composed by Pablo during the Pandemic and everyone is on lockdown - it's about missing meeting up with friends/spending time with love ones. I'm sure it will also give Taylor a break from songs that makes us cry :)

[@cardepunz1914]

Thank you for giving the Lyric video a try. Hope you would do an RV, on the aesthetics of the video, to help promote it more. On the reaction to this song, I myself can't help but ugly cry whenever, as in whenever I hear this song. Very relatable to every good daughter/son. ❤

[@angelitatan6512]

yes, they are now taking care of their family, help them now that they are now earning money.

[@arlarl-28]

This is part of our Filipino culture , we cannot leave behind our parents Whatever we have we love to share with parents as this the real happiness for us.❤

[@certifiedmuldeetah]

It means paying back time for the parents.

[@shantiestrife1727]

Mapa its a song for parents who give there all to provide a better life for their kids whether life is ups and down . now their kids grown-up. got a job. It's time for the parents to rest / sit down and relax because their job is done.

[@elmaorne4959]

It's Dual Meaning!!! Ma & Pa (Mom & Pa) & Mapa (Map!) Thanks!!! Pablo The Writer Of The Group Likes To Play On Words In Their Songs. Thanks!!!

[@CBraga-jd4jm]

It's great to hear that SB19 has piqued the interest of so many people worldwide. This group has faced numerous challenges, discrimination, and difficulties in entering the music industry. They were mocked and insulted based on their appearance. But never returned back harsh words. They simply pay more attention to honing their craft and remaining silent with their bashers. SB19 is now soaring high globally, possibly not only because of their talents, but also to glorify God the Father Almighty. Now that they are earning a lot of money, the first thing they did was buy a house for their parents and take them on a vacation abroad with their siblings. What excellent sons, they are.

[@armandosantosjr]

It does mean Ma and Pa, and MAPA means map which represents our guide to our journey in life. Congrats on your new angel. And you’re right, it does not represent dying but getting older and to be taken care of. Try the lyric version which has English subtitles and the BAND version which is a collaboration with a group called Ben and Ben which is an upbeat version,

[@bluefairy]

MaPa is like Mama and Papa; it also means Map in English, wherein parents became the guide of the child as he grew up. SB19 songs always has a good message for this generation. We appreciate your react video.

[@joalandroque1917]

I love this SB19 peeps.. 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@secnimicaellachingtgp1364]

Mapa =mama & papa Ma/pa #parents Mapa= mama(Mata) you’re my eyes & papa (Paa) you’re my feet Mapa =Map Our parents sacrifice for us and what we become Now it’s our responsibility to repay love and kindness back to them. If we lost track the map gives us direction Beautiful and meaningful

[@angelical.8447]

The actual music video has the English word for the song, and the song has two meanings- the parents leading the way for their children by a map and a pun of “mapa” as a ma and pa (mother and father.

[@blueskull-se1np]

new sub here, i love SB19😎💙💙💙💙💙

[@lorencegeneral7654]

❤❤❤ that song realy for parents touching😊😊

[@sumakwelvictoria5635]

I think one family oriented youtube channel created an english version. Torch Family Music Channel. There is a Spanish version by Sol & Luna TV channel. There is a japanese version of this too. Kena & Miyuki Channel.

[@NiloGabornes]

Im so touch and honour for your beautiful reactions,wifey is very touch to the song , we Filipino are very honouring our parents and love them .. and i see it to your wifey also her tears is so very touching feel her love towards to their parents too ..😊❤

[@RonieAmpog-of6ds]

Wow very nice 💪💪💪🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭

[@Killermcknight]

🙌

[@carobs35]

SB19 are parent-loving boys, that's why they are so blessed. Ironic that Josh was given the part of "papa" as he never met his father.

[@jujojuja]

Mapa - Map MaPa - Mom and Dad MaPa - Mata (eyes) Paa (feet) I'm a 52 yr old Mom and my kids 31 and 25 wanted me to stop working coz they want me to rest and they will provide for me. But, I need to go travel, watch SB19's concerts, and buy their merch😂

[@nerizasularte8429]

Close family ties are one of the Filipino values and part of our culture. As Filipinos, we take care of our parents when they grow old as a gratitude for their love and sacrifices in rearing us to be responsible adults. We call this value “utang na loob”.

[@cjblufox11]

Pablo, the leader and composer of their songs, loves wordplay. MAPA is Ma and Pa (mom and dad) and Mapa (map).

[@christinasantos6012]

Pablo (long hair wearing red jacket) is the composer of almost SB19 song. I suggest to also listen to LIHAM lyrical video or wishbus USA. I listened to Mapa almost everyday but when Ms taylor got emotional i cried too. Im a new fan of your channel. Thank you for appreciating the talent of our FILIPINO PRIDE SB19 🇵🇭

[@mr.dreamboy8259]

the PAHINGA MUNA actually meant TAKE A BREAK FOR A MOMENT but it's translated word by word by the search engine so it appears like that as if someone is drying on that song. you may want also try to react on UGOY NG DUYAN song and ANAK

[@louiereyes2198]

Please watch their US tour concerts.😊

[@comangalindan1349]

Thanks for reacting to SB19's Mapa. This song is what got me hooked to #SB19 💙

[@ChristineMPL]

There are some people who posted their videos with their translations (English, Spanish, Japanese, Chinese, Malay are the ones I know)

[@e.j.d8246]

❤❤❤

[@lunasmom8749]

Congratulations on your baby ❤❤

[@louiereyes2198]

Mapa means Mother and Father and Direction as well.

[@lizbecs]

Mapa in Filipino means map. Your footprints in your life. Ma (mother) Pa (Father). Pablo the lyricist of the song loves to play with the words. Language is about feeling not just the phonetics. Overall. the song tells you that you have the map from your parents and you should be thankful for whatever blessings they have given you.

[@chrisballen7851]

You're on point. The parents are getting old and have done everything for their kids. The kids are now telling the Mama/Papa to take a break now and they'll take of everything for them moving forward.

[@pitchsantiago8520]

Mama papa short MA'PA JUST TAKE SOME REST I CAN TAKE CARE OF YOU NOW! MAMA PAPA THANK YOU FOR ALL THE LOVE ITS MY TIME NOW🙏 SB19 POOP KINGS 🇵🇭