MANILA, Philippines– Television host and former senator Tito Sotto recently acknowledged Ely Buendia’s clarification regarding the meaning of the Eraserheads’ song “Spoliarium.”
Buendia, the band’s frontman, addressed long-standing rumors and confirmed that the song was not referencing Tito Sotto, his comedy trio TVJ (Tito, Vic Sotto, and Joey de Leon), or the late actress Pepsi Paloma.
“Spoliarium,” a popular track from Eraserheads’ 1997 album Sticker Happy, has long been a subject of intrigue due to various interpretations of its lyrics.
Among the rumors was the idea that the song alluded to an alleged incident involving Tito Sotto and Pepsi Paloma, which has been a controversial topic in Philippine media.
During a recent interview, Buendia decisively dispelled these rumors, stating that the song’s lyrics had no connection to the alleged incident or individuals in question.
Tito Sotto, upon hearing the clarification, expressed his gratitude for Buendia’s statement, appreciating the closure it provided.
Pepsi Paloma, a figure who gained attention in the 1980s, continues to be a subject of media interest, often in connection with various controversies.
The rumored link between her and “Spoliarium” was one of several narratives surrounding her life that kept her name in the public eye.
Eraserheads, an iconic band in Philippine music, is known for their evocative songs, and “Spoliarium” is no exception.