When it comes to festivals and merrymaking,
Davao never falls far from the list of places to go to. The annual Kadayawan
festival has been a phenomenon in itself, drawing crowds of people who want to
see and experience how to party – the Davaoeno way.
If you stroll the main streets of the
city and even wander as far as the immediate town outskirts and you will feel
the boundless energy of everyone you meet. The people here are known for the warm
hospitality, engaging smiles and the ongoing love affair with food. The
ultimate foodie, Davaoenos have always been known to serve food regardless the
occasion – birthdays, valentines, the holidays, job promotions,
graduations….even the ‘just because’ days – because as you know the family is
together a reason enough to celebrate. And where food and family is, Coca Cola
can’t be far behind which we truly love from the start.
And as Davaoeno’s, we share the same
values as Coca Cola – happiness, pure, simple and unadulterated. This sentiment
is aptly covered in Buildex Pagales’ song, ‘Madayaw Davao’…’Lahi ra gyud kung
magka uban uban. (Nothing beats togetherness.) See video below and lyrics after the jump (provided in English and Bisaya translation)
Incidentally, the famous Kadayawan festival
of Davao takes its roots from the word dayaw which means that which is good,
valuable, superior and beautiful. Nothing could be closer to the truth because
Davao is known for its good and noble locals, impeccable and valuable
principles, superior culture and way of living as well as the natural beauty of
the land and the people themselves. That’s why our family has never moved to a
new place because we really love it here and we always look forward the
celebration of the King of Festival – Kadayawan.
But don’t just read about the festival. Hop
into a plane and mingle and join the revelry. The Davaoeno way always have a
glass of ice cold Coca Colas with the local delicacy – the Durian or pair it up
with their wide array of delicacies. This is just my favorite!
Now there’s something you don’t see
everyday! Just like the song that was composed for the festival - ‘Madayaw
Davao! ….Where my pride will always lie, where my love will never die.’ Singer
Buildex’ words ring out with truth and sincerity.
So what are you waiting for? Visit Davao in
time for the Kadayawan festival and see firsthand the how the locals party.
Party hard the Davaoeno way – it’s that simple. Engage in the festivity and try
the following activities:
Aug20, 8pm onwards – Buildex Pagales Live
concert together with Evee (local Davaoeno
band)
Aug21, 7am to 3pm – Float Parade, Come and
see heartthrobs Buildex and Enchong Dee live and in the flesh!
Aug21, 6pm onwards – Join the back to back
concert with guest bands Callalily, 6Cyclemind and Freestyle
Get the taste of true Davao happiness. The
happiness in this land, much like happiness what Coca Cola brings is superior
and incomparable. Madayaw, Davao!
Madayaw Davao! Madayaw Coca-Cola! Lyrics (Bisaya)
Artist: Buildex Pagales
Lain
laing luna ang atong gigikanan
Ang
atong panag' uban wala’y kaparehas
Mao
nga dali na, itodo na nato
Isinggit
na, ang gugma sa atong dakbayan
CHORUS
Madayaw
Davao! Dinhi kusog ang pagkamadagipon
Madayaw
Davao! Dinhi malipayon ang kinabuhi
Dinhi
ang akong gugma, dili mahanaw
Dinhi
ang akong garbo, wala’y katapusan
Mao
nga pagmata na! Ipakita sa kalibutan
Kini
ang tinood! Ang atong garbo!
Mao
nga dali na! Itodo ng kalipay
Awiton
ta ang gugma sa akong dakbayan!
Madayaw
Davao! Gusto namo ang labaw sa tanan
Madayaw
Davao! Lahi ra gyud kung magka uban uban
Dinhi
ang akong gugma, dili mahanaw
Dinhi
ang akong garbo, wala’y katapusan
Dili
ko garboso, gusto lang nako isangyaw
Lain
lain man ang atong mga panglantaw
Usa
lang ang makahatag pahiyom
Biisan
asa man makaabot nga dapit
Kini
gihapon ang gina binabalik-balikan
CHORUS
x2
Madayaw
Davao, Madayaw Davao!
Madayaw
Davao, Madayaw Davao!
Madayaw Davao! Madayaw Coca-Cola! Lyrics (English)
Artist: Buildex Pagales
We are
all different. From different places.
But we
have a bond, so deep and strong
So
come together, and take it higher
Let’s
shout about it, this home we love
CHORUS
Madayaw
Davao! Where the loyalty is fierce
Madayaw
Davao! Happiness lives here
Where
my pride will always lie
Where
my love will never die
So
time to rise up and show the whole world
This
is “the real thing,” this pride we share
So
here it comes now, dial up the fun
Let’s
sing about it, this home we love
Madayaw
Davao! Where we only want the best
Madayaw
Davao! Nothing beats togetherness
Where
my pride will always lie
Where
my love will never die
I
don’t want to boast, just wanna say
We may
have different points of view
But
the same one thing makes us smile
We may
end up in different places
But
we’ll keep coming back to the same one place
CHORUS
x2
Madayaw
Davao, Madayaw Davao!
Madayaw
Davao, Madayaw Davao!