HIMUTOK (Resentment)

Himutok, composed by Nicanor Abelardo, is a quintessential Filipino kundiman or art song that beautifully showcases his sophisticated style. Melancholy and passionate, the song is a cry of anguish from a lover, conveying a deep sense of longing and distress. Its musical elements and lyrical content combine to elevate it beyond a simple love song to a true art form.