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Que Asi Sea (Puerto Rico Forward) (Recovery Version)

by Benny Harrison y Hermanos

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Ben DeUrso Benny's version is heartfelt and shows the joy the citizens' of Puerto Rico, even in the face of catastrophe. This recovery version shows how the wheel will not stop turning, and I am so proud to donate!
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    Our ode to the spirit, strength, pride and belief in the people of the Puerto Rico (Borinquen). Other reports notwithstanding, count on the enchanted island emerging stronger than ever. Recorded with the intent of dedicating funds realized by it directly to scholastic educational institutions on the island. In the meantime, let us embrace our fellow citizens as they continue in their reconstruction tasks. Viva Boricuas! Listen to the other raw version here: https://crezcramirezybennyharrison.bandcamp.com/track/que-asi-sea-puerto-rico-forward-hurt-but-healing-version
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Dedicated to the spirit, strength and pride of the people of Puerto Rico and recorded with the intent of dedicating funds realized by it directly to scholastic educational institutions on the island. Count on the enchanted island emerging stronger than ever, and let us embrace our fellow citizens as they continue in their reconstruction tasks.

This is the recovery version ft. Benny Harrison y Hermanos!

lyrics

The sleepy pueblo of Maricao
Will rise and shine again
The vista of El Faro
Shall still inspire the pen

The peace found in Utuado
Will soothe and leave its mark
And Plaza de Santurce
Will be festive after dark

The spirit of Boricuas
Can ache but not be crushed
The voice of those who doubt them
Will silence and be hushed

At Lechoneras in Guavate
Camaraderie will reign
The coqui always there to ease
The evenings and the pain

Ciales and Yauco will
Again spill precious beans
That bless with premiere coffees
Worthy of both kings and queens

The spirit of Boricuas
Can ache but not be crushed
The voice of those who doubt them
Will silence and be hushed

The phosphorescent bay will glow
to kayakers delight
The wonder of El Yunque will
Refresh once passed the blight

Vieques and Culebra
Regain their ship-shape form
Heaven on earth is Boqueron
Its waters calm and warm

La tierra de Borinquen
Has sustained a mighty blow
Dios guide it to the finish line
A win a place and show

The spirit of Boricuas
Can ache but not be crushed
The voice of those who doubt them
Will silence and be hushed

(spoken)
La Isla speaks a language
Where resilience is elemental
So keep it in your prayer, amigo
Cherish the sentimental

It will take time to bloom again
But know Thy will be done
Borinquen is a land that bathes
In rays of The Lord's Sun

Puerto Rico, Isla del Encanto,
Borinquen tu estas en mi alma
Puerto Rico, when misfortune calls,
Answer that you’re strong as El Morro’s walls

credits

released July 20, 2018
Composed by Crescenzo Capece & Benny Harrison

Benny Harrison: Keyboards, Guitar & Background Vocals
Tommy Bowes: Lead Vocals
and featuring a Special Guest!

Graphic by Ruben Chang
Distributed by Citizens' Loft

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Benny Harrison y Hermanos Puerto Rico

Benny Harrison y Hermanos banded together to record this song for the spirit of Puerto Rico in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria. All proceeds go to the enchanted island and revitalizing education in the wake of the storm.

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