The traditional song “Burak a Mariga” of the people of Bolinao was said to be a composition of the De Perios, one of the families that belong to the principalias of Bolinao. The song is a serenade or a Patben that is sung in the evening in front of the house of a lady to express the love or admiration of a young man. It can also be sung during gatherings and festive occasions.

Literally, the title means ‘Happy Flower’ but is a figure of speech to mean a beautiful woman who attracts men and is the cause of their joy. The song speaks of man’s enchantment of a flower, albeit, a beautiful woman, which causes happiness. It is the wish of the man that this lady be his lover forever.

The song has a 3/4 time signature and is moderately fast. It has a danceable beat that can accompany a swaying singer to enhance his singing.