After a heartfelt hiatus, Leona returns with their most personal release to date, “Isang Sandali Pa,” under Universal Records Philippines.
The band reveals that the song was written as a tribute to their bassist’s beloved dog who passed away a few months ago. What began as a deeply personal expression of grief became a universal anthem for anyone who has ever wished for just one more moment — one more embrace, one more quiet second to hold on.
“We wrote this song as a tribute to our bassist’s beloved fur baby who passed away a few months ago. We hope it reaches anyone who’s still holding on to beautiful memories.”
Through tender lyricism and soaring melodies, “Isang Sandali Pa” captures the ache of watching time slip away. From hospital-room prayers and tearful nights to the quiet acceptance of a final goodbye, the song reflects the painful beauty of loving something so deeply that even a single moment feels priceless. Its emotional climax — “Isang sandali pa ang aking hiling” — becomes both a plea and a surrender.
The track marks a significant new chapter for Leona. Composed of Ken Tiongson, Faith Garcia, Jake Nicolas, Jazer Reyes, Clyde Amoranto, and John Ace Gatuz, the band channels their collective grief and growth into a sound that is more mature, cinematic, and vulnerable than ever before. During their time away, the members leaned into reflection and personal experiences — and this comeback is a testament to that evolution.
More than just a return single, “Isang Sandali Pa” is a love letter — not only to a cherished companion lost too soon, but to anyone navigating loss while holding tightly to gratitude.
“Isang Sandali Pa” is now available on all major streaming platforms.
ISANG SANDALI PA by LEONA
Lyrics:
Verse 1]
Noong dumating ka sa aking buhay,
Bawat araw, puno ng saya’t kulay.
Ngayon ay tahimik na ang iyong mundo,
Ngunit puso ko’y kasama mo.
[Pre chorus]
Ang mga mata mong tila may kwento,
Ng tapang at pag-ibig na tunay.
[Chorus]
Isang sandali pa ang aking hiling,
Pahabain mo lang kahit kaunting sandaling.
Upang muling mayakap,
Na sa akin ay nagbigay ng wagas na ligaya.
[Verse 3]
Gamot at dasal, lahat ay sinubukan,
Luha ko’y ulan sa iyong kama.
Ngunit ngiti mo’y di nawala kailanman,
Tila sinasabing, “Mahal, ayos lang.”
[Pre chorus]
Ang mga mata mong tila may kwento,
Ng tapang at pag-ibig na tunay.
[Chorus]
Isang sandali pa ang aking hiling,
Pahabain mo lang kahit kaunting sandaling.
Upang muling mayakap,
Na sa akin ay nagbigay ng wagas na ligaya.
[Bridge]
At nang dumating ang huling sandali,
Hinawakan ko ang iyong munting kamay.
Narinig kong bulong ng hangin,
“Salamat, ako’y payapa na, mahal kong kaibigan.”
Isang sandali pa, ngunit sapat na pala,
Ang oras na binigay sa ating dalawa.
Hanggang sa muli, sa langit ng mga tala,
Magkikita tayong magkasama.
