This arrangement uses beginner-friendly open chords. For the best sound, play it with a slow, heartfelt strumming pattern. 🎸 Song Info

Title: Iloilo Ang Banwa Ko Artist: Tony Wab Key: C Major Time Signature: 4/4

🎹 Chords Used

C - x32010 G - 320003 Am - x02210 F - 133211 (or F/C: x33210 for easier transition) Dm - xx0231 G7 - 320001

📜 Lyrics with Chords (Intro) C G Am F C G C ... G (Verse 1) C G Sa dalan sang Iloilo, nagalakat ako Am F Kadto nga gab-i, nagapangita ko C G Sang pag-ibig nga matuod Am G G7 Ngunit ikaw, wala na didto (Verse 2) C G Sa mga kwarto sang mga dumdom Am F Ikaw gihapon ang ara sa hunahuna C G Bisan tuod nga nagkasina kita Am G C Gihapon, Iloilo ang banwa ko (Chorus) F C Iloilo, Iloilo, ang banwa ko F C Diin man ako magkadto Dm G Ikaw gihapon ang balik ko Am G F Sa iya, sa iya, sa iya... (Note: Usually sung as "Sa baybay" or improvisation) G C Iloilo ang banwa ko. (Verse 3) C G Sa Salog nga nagadaloy, subong sang kina-ugali Am F Ang mga kaibigan, ara gihapon diri C G Bisan tuod nga may sakit kag dusa Am G C Gihapon, Iloilo ang banwa ko (Repeat Chorus) F C Iloilo, Iloilo, ang banwa ko F C Diin man ako magkadto Dm G Ikaw gihapon ang balik ko Am G F Sa iya, sa iya, sa iya... G C Iloilo ang banwa ko. (Bridge) Am Em Bisan diin man ako magpunta F C Wala gid sing pares sa Iloilo Am Em Ang mga tao, buot kag mainabyanon F G G7 Mga pangabuhi, kag ang kahimtang... (Outro) F C Iloilo, Iloilo, ang banwa ko G C Iloilo ang banwa ko.

💡 Performance Tips

Strumming Pattern: A classic folk pattern works best here.

Down, Down-Up, Up-Down-Up (D-D-U-U-D-U). Emphasize the bass notes on the first downstroke for a sentimental feel.

Transitions: When switching from C to G or Am to F , try to keep your strumming hand steady to maintain the rhythm of the Ilonggo dialect. Singing: The Ilonggo dialect (Hiligaynon) is melodic and soft. Sing the lyrics smoothly, letting the words flow naturally over the chord changes.

Note: Lyrics are transcribed for educational purposes. Chords may vary slightly depending on the version or key you prefer to sing in.

Title: Iloilo Ang Banwa Ko Lyrics with Chords High Quality Introduction: "Iloilo Ang Banwa Ko" is a popular Ilonggo song that has captured the hearts of many music lovers. The song's beautiful lyrics and melody make it a favorite among those who love OPM (Original Pilipino Music). In this post, we'll share the lyrics and chords to "Iloilo Ang Banwa Ko" in high quality, so you can play and sing along with ease. Lyrics: Here are the lyrics to "Iloilo Ang Banwa Ko": [Intro] G - G7 - C - C7 Iloilo ang banwa ko G - G7 - C - C7 Tibook nga pinaong nga lugar Em - B7 - C - G Naa'y mga bulaklak nga nagbunga Em - B7 - C - G Naa'y mga iho nga nagdula [Verse 1] G - G7 - C - C7 Pilia ko nga lugar nga pinaong G - G7 - C - C7 Tibook nga Iloilo, gwapo gid Em - B7 - C - G Naa'y mga waterfalls nga nindot Em - B7 - C - G Naa'y mga baybay nga nindot [Chorus] C - C7 - G - G7 Iloilo ang banwa ko C - C7 - G - G7 Tibook nga pinaong nga lugar Em - B7 - C - G Naa'y mga bulaklak nga nagbunga Em - B7 - C - G Naa'y mga iho nga nagdula Chords: Here are the chords to "Iloilo Ang Banwa Ko": Verse: G - G7 - C - C7 Chorus: C - C7 - G - G7 Bridge: Em - B7 - C - G High-Quality Chords and Lyrics: We've made sure to provide the most accurate and high-quality chords and lyrics to "Iloilo Ang Banwa Ko". You can play along with your guitar and sing your heart out! Download or Print: You can download or print the lyrics and chords to "Iloilo Ang Banwa Ko" for your personal use. Simply click on the image or link below to access the PDF or print-friendly version. [Insert link or image] Watch and Learn: If you want to learn how to play "Iloilo Ang Banwa Ko" on guitar, you can watch video tutorials on YouTube or other music learning platforms. Practice makes perfect, so don't hesitate to strum those chords and sing along! Share Your Love for OPM: Show your love for OPM and share this post with your friends and fellow music enthusiasts. Let's keep the spirit of Filipino music alive! Conclusion: We hope you enjoyed the lyrics and chords to "Iloilo Ang Banwa Ko". Don't forget to share your thoughts and feedback in the comments section below. Happy playing and singing!

"Iloilo Ang Banwa Ko" is a beloved, classic Hiligaynon folk song that serves as an unofficial anthem, representing Ilonggo pride through lyrics that celebrate the town's beauty and the "sweet language" of its people. Composed by Angel M. Magahum, Sr., this iconic song, often performed with a traditional, swaying waltz rhythm, is known for its heartfelt, patriotic, and romantic themes. You can find the full lyrics and chords at: Smule YouTube (Acoustic) Other posts - Facebook