Here are all the several interpretations and translations of the term "Kundiman." The word comes from kunin (to pick) and dalhin (a song), thus meaning "a song picked up as you go." In today's Philippine culture, a kundiman is a tribute album released by a famous artist or group of artists in honor of another such artist or group. For example, there have been many Tribute Albums released by different musicians who have been influenced by Ricky Martin. The words "kundimandáo" and "kundimanista" are used in the Philippines to refer to an artist who sings popular songs. So, a "kundiman" is any song that is considered a tribute album in the Philippines. There are many different types of kundimans from epics to jazz to rock to ballets. The word "kundiman" came into use in the 1950s when television became popular in the Philippines. At first, it was used as a short form for soundtrack. Later on, it was adopted as a generic term for any type of album sold exclusively through radio stations.