The song "Gaya Ng Dati" by Gary Valenciano talks about a changed relationship between two people. In the past, the person being addressed in the song used to hold the singer's name in their heart, always thinking of them and singing with a smile on their lips. Their eyes would shine with love. However, things have changed, and the person has become different. The warmth of their love has disappeared, and their promise to never end their love has been broken. The song reminisces about the past when the scent of flowers and the touch of the wind were noticeable to them, and time didn't matter. The person used to be affectionate, but now they have vanished. The singer wonders where the passion of love has gone and questions if their love needs anything more. They feel hurt and unnoticed by the person they love. The lyrics express the singer's longing for the previous promises they had made, where their love was their strength during difficult times. The person used to talk about the singer to their friends, but now there is coldness and distance. The singer feels the pain of not being acknowledged and hopes for the person to come closer and waits for them. The song also includes a part where the singer addresses the Lord, asking for forgiveness and realizing that they have been blinded by the deceitful world. They offer their life to God and vow to be used for His purpose, just as before. Overall, "Gaya Ng Dati" portrays the pain and disappointment of a changed love relationship, longing for the past when love was strong and genuine. The song also highlights the need for forgiveness and surrendering oneself to God.
