MUSIC COMMUNITY: HERE WE ARE BY RAY REP: ELECTRIC GUITAR FUNKY COVER BY 
NB: THE SPANISH VERSION BELOW
Hi friends and music enthusiasts, I trust you are all doing great. Today, being the 14th, we celebrate love and I used this medium to send out love to you all. May your love journey grant you fulfilment. It is pertinent to state that I am happy to be around here after quite some time of absence. Today, I wish to present a Song by Ray Rep titled ´Here we are´.
Here We Are by Ray Repp, an American social justice advocate and at-the-time Roman Catholic seminarian was included in the Mass for Young Americans which was first recorded in 1965 by Friends in the Liturgy. It by passes traditional church hymns. It serves as a powerful anthem for unity, freedom, and building a better world. The unifying chorus, "Here we are, all together, singing and praying for unity and peace," sets the tone. It celebrates diversity, fights for everyone's freedom, and envisions a world where everyone feels included and safe.
Beyond mere wishes, the song urges active participation. It calls for turning the world into a "giant hallelujah," highlighting the role individual efforts play in positive change. Even small acts, like a smile or helping hand, contribute to this vision.
"Here We Are" resonates with anyone seeking to create a more positive and inclusive world. This is what I personally seek to promote with my music. Its uplifting spirit and call to action go beyond traditional church settings, offering hope and reminding us that together, we can make a difference. Give it a listen – three minutes might stay with you forever.
For the sake of this presentation, I delivered with an Electric guitar, giving it a funky vibe. I hope you enjoy it!
Below is the Lyrics of the song
SONG LYRICS
Chorus
Here we are, altogether as we sing our song joyfully.
Here we are, altogether as we pray we always be.
Join we now as friends, and celebrate the
Brotherhood we share, all as one.
Keep the fire burning, kindle it with care,
And we'll all join in and sing.
Freedom do we shout, for everybody,
And unless there is, we should pray,
That soon there will be one true brotherhood.
Let us all join in and sing.
Glorify the Lord, with all our voices,
Show him we're sincere by all our deeds.
Shout the joys of freedom everywhere,
And we'll all join in and sing.
Happy is the man who does his best to
Free the troubled world, from all it's pain.
Join we now with that man and free the world,
As we all join in and sing.
Let us make the world an alleluia.
Let us make the world a better place.
Keep a smile handy, have a helping hand,
Let us all join in and sing.
HERE IS A YOUTUBE POP VERSION OF THE SONG
I HOPE YOU ENJOY MY FUNKY VERSION
SPANISH VERSION
Hola amigos y amantes de la música, confío en que todos estén bien. Hoy, siendo el 14, celebramos el amor, y aprovecho este medio para enviarles amor a todos ustedes. Que su viaje en el amor les conceda plenitud. Es pertinente señalar que estoy feliz de estar aquí después de bastante tiempo de ausencia. Hoy, quiero presentar una canción de Ray Repp titulada 'Here We Are.'
'Here We Are' de Ray Repp, un defensor estadounidense de la justicia social y en ese momento seminarista católico romano, fue incluida en la Misa para Jóvenes Americanos, que fue grabada por primera vez en 1965 por amigos en la liturgia. Se aparta de los himnos tradicionales de la iglesia. Sirve como un poderoso himno para la unidad, la libertad y la construcción de un mundo mejor. El coro unificador, 'Here we are, all together, singing and praying for unity and peace' establece el tono. Celebra la diversidad, lucha por la libertad de todos y visualiza un mundo donde todos se sientan incluidos y seguros.
Más allá de simples deseos, la canción insta a la participación activa. Llama a convertir al mundo en un 'aleluya gigante', destacando el papel que juegan los esfuerzos individuales en el cambio positivo. Incluso pequeños actos, como una sonrisa o una mano amiga, contribuyen a esta visión.
'Here We Are' resuena con cualquiera que busque crear un mundo más positivo e inclusivo. Esto es lo que personalmente busco promover con mi música. Su espíritu elevado y llamado a la acción van más allá de los entornos tradicionales de la iglesia, ofreciendo esperanza y recordándonos que juntos podemos marcar la diferencia. ¡Denle una escucha, tres minutos podrían quedarse con ustedes para siempre!
Para esta presentación, utilicé una guitarra eléctrica, dándole un toque funky. ¡Espero que lo disfruten!"
▶️ 3Speak
