What is the meaning of Kundiman?

Filipino love song

What does Kundiman mean? Kundiman is the classic form of Filipino love song—or so it seemed to colonialist forces in the Philippines. In fact, in Kundiman, the singer who expresses undying love for his beloved is actually singing for love of country.

Is Kundiman from Spanish?

Kundiman belongs to the traditional Filipino music genre that began in colonial Philippines under Spanish rule.

Which is an example of a Kundiman song?

“Katakataka” is a kundiman folk song with no definite composer as folk songs get passed through families.