Pinoy Ako

Pinoy Tayo - Rico Blanco (Music Video)

Current and modified rendition of Pinoy Ako performed by Rico Blanco in a 2022 music video, under the title "Pinoy Tayo".

Pinoy Ako (eng. I am Pinoy) is the main theme song of Pinoy Big Brother and has been the basis for much of the musical scoring used in the reality series.

The song was released in 2005, composed by Jonathan Manalo and sung by the pop-rock band Orange and Lemons. It has been used since the show's first season and has evolved into one of the iconic songs in Filipino pop culture. Since the show's inception in 2005, Pinoy Big Brother has released various versions of the theme song in different music genres. While it has many interpretations, the original Orange and Lemons version remain the most iconic version.

Despite being the main theme song of the Philippine Big Brother franchise, Pinoy Big Brother also uses different OSTs on both Celebrity Edition and Teen Edition. "Sikat ang Pinoy" (eng. Pinoy is Famous) is used for Celebrity Edition and "Kabataang Pinoy" (eng. Pinoy Youth) is the Teen Edition's official theme song.

In 2021, months before the launch of its 10th season, Pinoy Big Brother released a modified version of Pinoy Ako with Rico Blanco performing the new version of the song. Interestingly, the modified version was retitled as "Pinoy Tayo" (eng. We Are Pinoy). While the new version retains the lyrics, Blanco’s reimagined 2020s version of the song features the addition of Filipino culture elements, with instruments such as the bandurria and kubing, as well as a fuller sound with thicker bass, stronger guitar chords and deeper drum tones.

Meaning

Pinoy Ako is a song that follows the main motto of the show, "Pagpapakatotoo" (eng. Authencity).

Like the reality series that promotes the value of authenticity by believing in oneself and embracing their imperfections, the song also aims to encourage the Filipinos to be proud and true to themselves no matter where they come from, wherever they go, and whatever challenges they face. The song shows that a Filipino can bravely show the world what it means to be a Pinoy and what a Pinoy can do by staying true to themselves without conforming to people's expectations.

Song Lyrics

Filipino Lyrics

English Translation

Pinoy Ako First Verse: Lahat tayo mayroon pagkakaiba, tingin pa lang ay makikita na Iba't ibang kagustuhan, ngunit isang patutunguhan Gabay at pagmamahal ang hanap mo, magbibigay ng halaga sa iyo Nais mong ipakilala kung sino ka man talaga Chorus: Pinoy, ikaw ay Pinoy Ipakita sa mundo kung ano ang kaya mo Ibang -iba ang Pinoy, 'wag kang matatakot Ipagmalaki mo, Pinoy ako! Pinoy tayo! Second Verse: 'Pakita mo ang tunay at kung sino ka, mayroon mang masama at maganda Wala naman perpekto, basta't magpakatotoo (oh, oh, oh) Gabay at pagmamahal ang hanap mo, magbibigay ng halaga sa iyo Nais mong ipakilala kung sino ka man talaga Chorus: Pinoy, ikaw ay Pinoy Ipakita sa mundo kung ano ang kaya mo Ibang -iba ang Pinoy, 'wag kang matatakot Ipagmalaki mo, Pinoy ako! Pinoy tayo! Bridge: Talagang ganyan ang buhay, dapat ka nang masanay Wala rin mangyayari kung laging nakikibagay Ipakilala ang iyong sarili, ano man sa iyo ang mangyari Ang lagi mong isipin, kayang kayang gawin Chorus: Pinoy, ikaw ay Pinoy Ipakita sa mundo kung ano ang kaya mo Ibang -iba ang Pinoy, 'wag kang matatakot Ipagmalaki mo, Pinoy ako! Pinoy tayo!

I am Pinoy First Verse We all have differences, it takes a glance to see Different goals, but only one destination Guidance and love are what you seek, giving worth to you You want to show who you really are Chorus: Pinoy, you are a Pinoy Show the world what you can do Pinoy is different, don't be afraid Be proud, I am Pinoy! We are Pinoy! Second Verse: Show the true and real you, whether there's anything bad or good No one is perfect, just be true (oh, oh, oh) Guidance and love are what you seek, giving worth to you You want to show who you really are Chorus: Pinoy, you are a Pinoy Show the world what you can do Pinoy is different, don't be afraid Be proud, I am Pinoy! We are Pinoy! Bridge: That’s really how life is, you have to get used to it Nothing will happen if you'll just always conform Show yourself, no matter what happens to you Just always think, you can do everything Chorus: Pinoy, you are a Pinoy Show the world what you can do Pinoy is different, don't be afraid Be proud, I am Pinoy! We are Pinoy!

Other Versions

Throughout the years, Pinoy Big Brother has used various versions of the song.

2005 Original Version Original	2007 Rock Version by Cebalo	2011 Pop Version by Toni Gonzaga	2014 Version by Reo Brothers
Pinoy Ako - Orange And Lemons Original Music Video of Pinoy Ako used in Pinoy Big Brother 1 featuring the Housemates' moments.	Pinoy Big Brother Theme - Cebalo Pinoy Ako by Cebalo Music Video, a rock themed version used for Pinoy Big Brother 2	Toni Gonzaga - Pinoy Ako (Audio) Toni Gonzaga's pop version, the theme used in Pinoy Big Brother: Unlimited.	PBB ALL IN 'Pinoy Ako' Music Video by Reo Brothers Pinoy Ako by Reo Brothers, theme used in Pinoy Big Brother: All In.

Trivia

• Mcoy Fundales, the vocalist of "Orange and Lemons" is the one who sang the song for Pinoy Big Brother in 2005. Two years later he would eventually become a celebrity housemate for Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Edition 2
• The song became an instant hit phenomenon since its release.
• The Season 1 housemates created a dance step with this song which was used for their morning exercise routine, although basic steps, the dance immediately became popular among the viewers, especially the younger audiences. The housemates of the succeeding seasons had their own dance steps for but the Season 1 dance is still considered the most popular.
• The song Pinoy Ako had four different versions used throughout the series.
• Aside from this song, there are other two theme songs used especially for the Celebrity and Teen editions.
• In Pinoy Big Brother 8, a special theme song dedicated for the season was used throughout the season's duration. The song entitled "Otso Na!" (lit. It's Now Eight!) is remixed with the Pinoy Ako theme song, with parts of the Pinoy Ako chorus included in the "Otso Na!" song.