HATING GABI
(Midnight)

"Hating Gabi" (Midnight) is a renowned kundiman composed by Antonio Molina, a National Artist of the Philippines known as the "Dean of Filipino Composers." This romantic and melancholic love song features a lyrical, flowing melody with a tender, expressive quality, characteristic of the kundiman genre. Written in a slow, waltz-like 3/4 time, its homophonic texture is typically accompanied by piano or guitar, supporting a heartfelt vocal line that conveys deep longing and nocturnal introspection. The lyrics, often poetic, evoke the quiet beauty of midnight and the emotions of love and yearning. A classic in Filipino music, "Hating Gabi" is celebrated for its emotional depth and has been widely performed and recorded, solidifying Molina’s legacy in Philippine cultural heritage.