Dapat Pakak
[Intro]
Brrrrr, Burakpak!
An energetic call, setting the tone for the fierce and confident vibe of the song.
[Chorus]
Dapat pakak, everybody look at me
“Dapat pakak” means "I must slay"; it’s a declaration of self-assurance and commanding attention.
Dapat pakak, I'm sickening and dazzling
Proclaims being fabulously stunning and captivating, embracing drag culture's confidence.
Dapat pakak, gonna keep on fighting
Promises resilience, committed to overcoming obstacles to reach the top.
Cause my crown will keep on shining
Expresses a sense of worth and pride in achievements, with the crown as a symbol of self-worth and success.
Kaya, dapat pakak
“Kaya” (which means "so" in Tagalog) emphasizes the importance of maintaining this confidence.
[Verse 1: Khianna, Angel, & Zymba Ding]
What's up, mga gay? It's Khianna with a K
Playfully introduces herself, using “mga gay” (an affectionate Filipino slang term for the LGBTQ+ community).
Hindi lang ako slay, malakas all the way
“I’m not just slay; I’m strong all the way.” She’s claiming strength beyond looks or style.
My fam might be broken, but I will still be fighting
Shares resilience despite personal challenges, portraying strength through adversity.
Dreams are so high, hindi ka mabibitin
“My dreams are so high, you won’t be left hanging.” Sets high aspirations and promises impact.
Thy sweet angel, goddess of beauty
The face, face, body and all, divine! Kaya sambahin
Angel introduces herself as a symbol of beauty, presenting herself as worthy of admiration.
Ban*l na trans nene, brave, yas, feminine
Describes herself as a bold and beautiful trans woman, embodying courage and femininity.
Babae mo tonight, masarap all night!
Confidently expresses her allure, referring to herself as the “woman of the night.”
Zymba the fierce, the fearless, the ferocious
Zymba declares her persona, focusing on strength and unapologetic confidence.
I love to pray and dance and prance, marvelous!
Playfully combines her spiritual side with a love for performance, celebrating duality.
This is the becoming, my time is now
Claims her moment of success and transformation.
Ako'y kakain na, kakaiba, pusakal, meow!
“I’m about to eat; I’m unique, fierce, meow!” Mixes confidence with humor, highlighting her ferocious drag persona.
[Pre-Chorus]
Burakpak pakak na pakak
Ang bumangga ay lalagapak
“Slay hard; those who clash will fall.” Asserts their power, warning others of the consequences of challenging them.
[Chorus]
Dapat pakak, everybody look at me
Dapat pakak, I'm sickening and dazzling
Dapat pakak, gonna keep on fighting
Cause my crown will keep on shining
Kaya, dapat pakak
[Verse 2: Popstar Bench, Versex, & Maxie]
Bench, b**ch, pero 'di uupo!
“Bench, b**ch, but I’m not sitting down!” Declares her refusal to be complacent, staying active and ambitious.
Lumalaban sa pangarap, I am here nakatayo
“Fighting for my dreams, I am here standing tall.” Emphasizes resilience in pursuing dreams.
Representing blue, white, pink and letter O
Represents pride, possibly referring to the trans pride flag colors or embracing her identity.
Kilometro man ang layo ng tala ay akin 'to, hey!
“Even if the star is miles away, it’s still mine.” Shows determination to reach her goals despite challenges.
Let me introduce you Miss Versex
The fashion is pricey, but don't ever try me
Versex introduces herself as fashionable but warns others against underestimating her confidence or power.
Manila to New York, everybody's eyes on
With a taste from Santa Ana, homegrr, homegrr
Brings international appeal, representing her roots and flair on a global stage.
Kaya mo ba? Kumakanta na habang sumasayaw pa
“Can you handle it? I’m singing while dancing.” Boasts about her versatility and stage presence.
Hanggang alapaap, malakas ang impact, tapos ang ganda ko pa
“Up to the heavens, my impact is strong, and I’m beautiful too.” Combines her power and beauty, aiming to leave an unforgettable impression.
Ako ay gangsta sa Manila, kuya sa pamilya
“I’m a gangsta in Manila, big brother in the family.” Embraces both strength and familial loyalty.
'Te, ako si Maxie, alaws galapap, bang!
“Sis, I’m Maxie, no stopping, bang!” Affirms her boldness and readiness to slay, closing with a flourish.
[Chorus]
Dapat pakak, everybody look at me
Dapat pakak, I'm sickening and dazzling
Dapat pakak, gonna keep on fighting
Cause my crown will keep on shining
Kaya, dapat pakak
[Bridge]
(Dapat pakak)
The repeated “Dapat pakak” chant reinforces the song's confident, unyielding spirit, encouraging empowerment and visibility.
[Chorus]
Dapat pakak, everybody look at me
Dapat pakak, I'm sickening and dazzling
Dapat pakak, gonna keep on fighting
Cause my crown will keep on shining (Hey, hey, hey, hey!)
Kaya, dapat pakak
