Probably among all the lyric poems, the folksong has the most extensive themes and types. Its topic provides expression of emotions, customs, experiences, religion, and lifestyle.

Some of its various types are:

· Talindaw - a song for pamamangka, kundiman – songs about love;
· Kumintang – songs for battle during war;
· Uyayi or hele – in English is called lullaby, which is a song for putting baby to sleep;
· Ihiman – wedding song;
· Indulain – song for traveling; these and many more.

Examples of:

Talindaw
Sagwan, tayoy sumagwan Ang buong kaya'y ibigay. Malakas ang hangin Baka tayo'y tanghaliin, Pagsagwa'y pagbutihin.

Oyayi o Hele
Matulog ka na, bunso, Ang ina mo ay malayo at hindi ka masundo, may putik, may balaho.