EMS UNITED - A Tribute to Fallen EMT Yadira Arroyo

This EMS Music Video is a tribute to the fallen hero FDNY EMT Yadira Arroyo and all of the first responders we've lost. We will always remember their dedication, commitment, passion and supreme sacrifice. We honor them now and forever. Thank you to all of the EMS providers around the world for all that you do.
The title of this music video is EMS United. It has always been my hope that as a service we can come together as one voice and strengthen our ties with one another. Together we can accomplish great things for our profession and for the people we serve in our communities. It is time to unite and work as a unified service. Let’s be a family and let’s strive to be the best EMS providers we can be.
This video has a very special place in my heart and it was important that I get this one completed for all of you. When you watch it you will know exactly what I mean.
I would like to give a special thank you to my very talented friend and colleague Alex Arroyo. He did an amazing job shooting this video and provided very valuable input. It was an amazing and gratifying collaborative effort. I look forward to working with him again on future projects for FDNY and on other creative endeavors.
Lyrics:
EMS United
Verse 1:
I’m restless tonight, reliving all those nights, trying to write my life into this mic. EMT, Paramedic, EMS we go and get it, dispatched to another septic diabetic. We don’t ever quit and we never slow down, Brooklyn Heights, Uptown, sirens all around. You can hear our sounds in Bronx “The Boogie Down.” A job I’ll never trade for, this is what I’m made for! This is what I was made for!
Feel my heart racing, chasing heart patients, every precious minute pushing engines to the limit. Headed to a mission, critical condition, emergency decisions, EMS technicians they, stay, working hard every day. Bed-sty to kips bay. Driven with a vision, I’m speakin’ the truth, not just a song I’m singing.
Chorus:
We’ll be united, we’ll be strong
The fire is ignited; I’m where I belong
I’ll keep fighting for what I am here to do for you
Together as a team, we can never be wrong
EMS let’s be family forever long
I’ll keep doing what I was made to do for you
Verse 2:
En route to the spot, we got the Quikclot to treat the gunshot. Stabbings with a dagger, moving faster when it matters, no time for chitter chatter when you hear the glass shatter and the pistol starts to rattle, We’re racing to a battle. When life begins to spin, I’m never giving in finding courage from within when my heart is trembling. This is what I train for. This is what I’m made for! This is what I was made for!
Practicing, mastering every single skill. Training all the time doing drill after drill. Heart, body, soul, you know we got the will. Blood, sweat, tears, but we face our fears. Good Lord you know I kneel, the pain I feel is real. In time this pain will heal, partner, let me take the wheel, you’re not made of steel, I know how you feel
Chorus:
We’ll be united, we’ll be strong
The fire is ignited; I’m where I belong
I’ll keep fighting for what I am here to do for you
Together as a team, we can never be wrong
EMS let’s be family forever long
I’ll keep doing what I was made to do for you
Verse 3:
It cuts like a blade that sacrifice she made, that price she had to pay, saving lives every day with a smile on her face. Giving more than she would take. Her light will never fade. I will not be afraid, it won’t be the same, I won’t forget your name… Yari Arroyo (Yari Arroyo). Your memory lives deep within my core; this is what you and I were made for. This is what we were made for!
We only met once, but in my heart, I really know you, the struggles that you went through, as an EMT in NYC, my heart really bleeds for your family and for their tragedy. You were the epitome of what we’re supposed to be. As long as we exist you will always be missed and indeed for you, we will succeed
Bridge:
Honoring the legacy of those before, we’ll always live by the oath we swore and
We won’t be afraid anymore you’ll be in our hearts forever more
You were true heroes of the night, driving to the scene to do what’s right
One day we will meet again and until then do the best we can
Chorus:
We’ll be united, we’ll be strong
The fire is ignited; I’m where I belong
I’ll keep fighting for what I am here to do for you
Together as a team, we can never be wrong
EMS let’s be family forever long
I’ll keep doing what I was made to do for you

[@michaeldiehl2458]

Have to admit, the moment I first heard you put rap music to this, I am like 🤦🤦 oh no he didn't just go out and do that, but than I decided to stay anyway and see what else there is to it and man. You and whoever else coordinated this song, well. Hats off to you and a major salute. Sorry for the loss of your own

[@emsbuff]

I appreciate your honesty and I thank you for giving it a chance brother. It's all from the heart. Take care and be safe.

[@michaeldiehl2458]

Likewise. My daily prayers for everyone of you guys during this fight. I have a few family and friends who are in the front lines of the covid 19 battle field and it's definitely something else. This virus is definitely no joke as I have already seen a few people die from it and people who have definitely gotten sick. I have compromised health and I am either in urgent care or hospital seems like once a month to get my air ways open again. Hope you keep safe. God bless you

[@michaeldiehl2458]

And thank you for your fast response to my reply

[@emsbuff]

@@michaeldiehl2458 thank you for keeping us in your prayers brother.

[@libinwang6676]

Are ems

[@emsbuff]

I just posted the song lyrics in the description. Thank you all for your support. Be safe out there!

[@nikkivanloh7926]

Thank You for you're service Farooq I hope to be a fdny paramedic someday

[@stasiabv6]

May I ask you to write down the lyrics for "EMS Blue Star" - that's my fave song of yours.

[@emsbuff]

@@stasiabv6 Sure. I'll post them soon. Thank you!

[@stasiabv6]

@@emsbuff Thank you so, so much! And may God bless you and keep you safe! =))

[@emsbuff]

@@stasiabv6 God bless you too! Thanks again bro.

[@brianchumbley7101]

IM A RETIRED PARAMEDIC AND FLIGHT NURSE FROM CENTRAL ILLINOIS... I ABSOLUTELY LOVE YOUR VIDEOS AND MUSIC, BROTHER!! EMS UNITED, LET'S BE FAMILY FOREVER LONG!! GOD BLESS YOU AND STAY SAFE.... LOVE YOU ❤️ 😍

[@odinsheathen8924]

It's been a long time Farooq. It's amazing to see you grow and climb the ranks over the years.

[@slender169101]

I just passed my NREMT Monday.. I can't believe I made it this far... I am finally a member of the First Responder family.. and i am proud to bare this weight on my shoulders

[@antoniomaldonado8737]

slender169101 good for you

[@jojomakes]

I’m not an EMT, but I’m a Social Worker, born and raised in the Bronx. I didn’t know Ms. Arroyo personally, but I’d seen her a few times in passing. I rode past her station house everyday to and from work on the 21 bus. I was one of the thousands of strangers outside of the church during her funeral service. I honestly believe you all should receive the same amount of recognition as the police, if not more. Thank you for all you do!!

[@emsbuff]

I appreciate you reaching out. Thank you and be safe out there!

[@slender169101]

I just passed EMT School last friday.. I may not have been in the field for more then 12 hours but in that short time i felt what it was like to be there for someone in their worse moments.. It made me feel like a hero, this profession is what i am made for I get to take my national registry this week... After that i finally enter the life of a medical professional... I hope that i can help many people... this is what i want to do and this is what i will do..

[@polarchi8912]

I wish you the best of luck. You will truly make a difference and almost certainly change someone's life.

[@trishiaharrison8864]

I can't thank the EMTs that have helped me so many times and I can't thank them enough for helping my family and friends

[@bluewolf8923]

Always loved these songs. Can't have more truth behind them. Listen to them nearly every day lately. -Greetings from a newly certified EMT

[@emsbuff]

Thank you. Nothing but real-life emotions and experiences are behind every one of my songs. Be safe!

[@StationEMT-]

Captain Muhammad, you deserve the utmost respect for everything that you've done over the years in the field of EMS. I cannot even come close to giving you the amount of thanks and respect that you deserve for your service in the field. I would be honored to get to meet you and a group of the Paramedics and EMTs that work alongside you every day. I live in Southwestern Pennsylvania, but unfortunately I do not have a way to come to New York to see you and a group of EMS personnel that work alongside you, so, the only other way that I can think of how I can meet you and a group of the Medics and EMTs that work with you every day, is if you were to come down to Southwestern Pennsylvania for me to have the opportunity to meet you and an EMS crew. I'd be even more excited if you were to arrive at the meet up spot in an FDNY Ambulance. I've been fascinated with military and first responders along with everything that they do since I was a little boy. Words cannot explain how much this would mean to me if I could meet you and a crew of FDNY EMS personnel.

[@sean223]

Thank you, your songs relight that spark. Almost 22 years in, looking at next 20. Two full time jobs sometimes 3. Starting to slow down. Age is catching me. But I can’t give it up. Been a 911 medic, flight medic, ER medic. 51 years old but look 40. Wink. Stay safe and strong everyone in this time, shit is gonna get worse. Have each other’s back.

[@yukilover4]

i am 1 of 3 kids of EMS Lt. T. Hannan and retired EMT M. Hannan. i am also the elder sister to fire fighter M.Hannan. this song shows a liitle of what is like for those in these feild do. i have much respect for those in these fields. to be in FDNY-EMS and NYPD you ust be strong and be ableto handle the “ghosts” of the job.

[@fatooshtkd]

Bless you, you paid respect to all !!! Well said, well done !!! My son - EMS for 25 years, going strong ! So proud of him and all of you God bless and be safe out there !!

[@ellexruth]

I'm in EMS basic training right now, hopefully go on to become a paramedic and serve my city and people of New Orleans. Thanks for everything you did, everyone you saved, served and worked with. You are honored sister.I hope to live up to this tribute one day. Rest easy, we'll take it form here.

[@jasminewinkler7119]

Great song and good way also to honor one of your fallen sisters. And by the way congrats to your Promotion captain.

[@emsbuff]

Thank you!

[@clocksurfer]

Feeling the love for my sisters and brothers...

[@seanconlin8712]

Thank you Captain for doing what you do. I am an Emergency Medical Responder in Canada working for a private EMS and Fire Service. I really appreciate how you recognize all the Emergency Services in your music I initially did like rap bit you made me change my mind. Stay safe down there in NYC...FDNY all the way

[@emsbuff]

Thank you for your comment Sean. I really appreciate it. Be safe out there!

[@oliviero46]

I lost the count of how many time I had had to defend myself and my crew from angry mobs, family, protesters etc etc. We are not god, we are just people like you, who put our life at your services and sometimes, we cannot do miracles. Salute from former italian EMT/EMS

[@philmatthews2155]

Dude i totally approve, any time you wanna run ambulance in London, gimme a shout! EMS people understand all over the world.

[@stevenboddie9244]

FDNY Fire and EMT/Paramedics my deepest condolences for all the brothers and sisters you've lost. God Bless you

[@trey18244]

Been awhile brother.. after 8 years 4 as an advanced Emt and 4 as a paramedic.. as I always say ... thanks for getting me into this. I’ve learned done and seen so much. This is my passion brother! Great video. Being a paramedic is a front seat to one of the greatest shows in the world. To even change someone’s bad day in the slightest Is why we do this man thanks again! RIP to our brother

[@PBCreation96]

I just passed my certification back in March, got my license soon after, and have a job lined up with an ambulance service in Atlanta. I’m so excited to be able to start working, and I loved watching your videos throughout my course. It really helped motivate me, and remind why I even started in the first place.

[@emsbuff]

Congratulations on getting your certification. I'm glad I was able to help motivate you. Keep up the good work and be safe out there!

[@adamxcix1620]

I'm in Emt school now, and these videos really inspire and motivate me *Update* I passed my Nremt and am now an Emt

[@theladyatthewhitehouse9552]

How’s the course going?

[@jujubug2000]

Congrats on completing the course and becoming an EMT!

[@plgnyc59]

Thank you for all that you and the FDNY-EMS do for the City of New York!

[@paulagarner1445]

Sorry for your loss of one you sisters it’s a loss for the wholeFDNY RIP Yadi

[@ArmymattGaming]

Great song!!!! It touches my heart because I am going to school to be come an EMT myself!!! Amazing JOB on this

[@Boosted2204]

First video I watched from your channel was “EMS Anthem” when I was 8 years old living in queens. Now I’m soon to be 18 & in school to become a paramedic. Thank you for the motivation ever since 2009.

[@emsbuff]

That's fantastic Anthony! I appreciate you letting me know. Keep following your dreams!

[@quentin1794]

I know I am a bit late, but good to see you back man. I am a big fan of you what you do. Congratulations on your promotion, Captain. Be safe out there.

[@michaelwolgast6993]

Oh my god you are back Brother!!😍😍😍

[@anathan0744]

Beautiful Music! Greetings from France!

[@newyorkcityvibes2566]

I'm a EMT as well and I really love this song I didn't just become a EMT JUST TO WORK I did it because I'm a superhero and saving lives what I'm going to do until I die

[@jaysonslayz5238]

You are my Heros! God bless you all. I want to be just like you 🚑

[@emsbuff]

God bless you too!

[@sigmaskibidi-j8u]

God bless to all the people in New York and Alex arroyo Alex has been a great paramedic so god bless him we will me you forever

[@sigmaskibidi-j8u]

Why Did I Reply As That LOL

[@saysayblow231]

Thank you for ur service sir I’m a fire buff and FDNY explorer, hope to become an EMT and firefighter like my father. Ur music motivates me to reach my goals 🙏🏿

[@terryhunt6844]

Been doing ems since 1978 !! Still able too do it!! Love this brother

[@finlandstronk6286]

May God bless all emergency service members. Finnish volunteer firefighter

[@emsbuff]

God bless you too brother!

[@jakob.2180]

This is a very cool song. Im a firefighter in Germany cince 10 years. Thank you dir this perfect song

[@djloungemonkey]

I was there with the fema teams man you guys opened up for us and let us in. You guys are awesome keep your heads up and stay safe

[@jarryths7455]

Rest in peace sister. Keep up the good work captain stay safe.

[@cluelessgamer6766]

Thank you to all first responders out there especialy the ones in New York.

[@LT905yoc]

Well done Great Tribute!

[@emsbuff]

Thank you!

[@josettesantana5169]

I miss my bestie more than words can describe. Thank you so so much Farooq. Please stay safe my brother

[@alexanderbreitschaedel9070]

Great work captain, there is no better way to honor a fallen teamworker I really appreciate it as a volunteer emt brother from Germany and I even feel the pain you feel liastening to that because a few months ago I lost a fellow emt on the scene in a traffic accident. Keep that up and save some more lives in loving memory of your emt sister, ok greetz from Germany Alex

[@emsbuff]

Thank you, brother. Much appreciated.

[@Genaro-qt6nr]

Love and Respekt from an EMS Medic from Germany!

[@brandonjones701]

Hey farooq we have missed you. Happy to hear another rap from you

[@emsbuff]

Glad to be back!

[@brandonjones701]

@@emsbuff awesome hope to see more songs from you

[@emsbuff]

@@brandonjones701 I'm sure there will be something.

[@alje311]

It's cool to see you make Captain, your choreography is awesome keep it up!

[@celestelehtomaa1221]

Thank you for being the best Tonya and Farooq. I am eternally grateful for all you have done. Thank you to everyone there. I am so grateful for the work you do and family support of your life. Unified prayers I'm making for the best in all people, we care about all people really. This is what we are made to do, help and rescue.

[@celestelehtomaa1221]

Helping in rescue

[@ServiceMotivationMusic]

Im a Medic too and this song is truthful. Helping people and not wanting to stop or slow down. I have respect for everyone else who helps. I was on shift yesterday and i thorght of this song.

[@emsbuff]

Thank you. Be safe out there!

[@ServiceMotivationMusic]

Thank you, you too brother.

[@michaelsylvia5921]

Private service or municiple we are all on the same team doing the same job. We all risk our lives every time we suit up, and we all grieve when a Brother or Sister falls. Everyone talks about the blue and red thin lines...The white thin line is just as strong. We always stand ready waiting for the call.

[@emsbuff]

I agree bro. Be safe out there and thank you for you service!

[@michaelsylvia5921]

@@emsbuff you as well my friend, keep the videos coming! My kid loves them!

[@shellyrosado7656]

Amazing video! Rosado family loves you all. Yadi Arroyo and Tin house always in our hearts!!! R.I.H Yadira Arroyo ❤ ALWAYS BE POSITIVE

[@jeffcunningham308]

Really awesome man. Love when people talk about first responders. They don’t get enough credit for what they do. Love this song!

[@emsbuff]

Thank you Jeff. I appreciate it. EMS professionals deserve more recognition for the great work they do.

[@charliewarner9932]

@@emsbuff hell yeah they do

[@FoxzPaw]

From a german paramedic to a paramedic from New York United we will be strong!

[@emsbuff]

Thank you. Be safe!

[@ivanfrancorc]

What a good tribute, Greetings from Cali - Colombia, I am an emergency medical technician.

[@TheWheelingDragon4013]

Amazing tribute. Beautiful song.

[@Nate-ro8nk]

Farooq, thanks so much for making this video. Every day I listen to it. I hope this song reaches many people and will change there perspective on paramedics that they are there for good not to do harm, but to help other people. I can't thank you enough captain. Can't wait to hear the next song from you. You always cheer me up. THANK YOU.

[@emsbuff]

Thank you for your kind words Nathan. EMS providers are on the front lines and always prepared to help.

[@ЕвгенийПетрович-н1ш]

Thank you for the new video on your channel! I was pleasantly surprised that you continue your work. You can see that you love and are proud of their profession and it's just great! Ambulance daily saves thousands of lives around the world and alas, this feat is not often spoken about. Thanks to you, many people can learn more about the ambulance and see how it works. Keep up the good work! PS. Thank you greetings from a Russian medical emergency!) I speak English badly, so I hope Google translate everything correctly;)

[@carlosalbertojuarez1551]

Great song. Congratulations!! Saludos desde México city EMT-P

[@emsbuff]

Thank you!

[@justinyerdon221]

Awesome song brother. Just got accepted in to medic school. Brotherhood forever

[@emsbuff]

Congratulations bro and thank you!

[@xxkingpeacexx1069]

I've been to EMT school and have passed the class and as much as I enjoyed it, my passion really falls with wildland firefighting 👌 But maybe in the future I'll be a paramedic but who knows. This video is amazing Farooq!! Glad to see you're a captain and continuing this amazing career because its never easy. Hang loose brotha👍👍

[@blizzmiller2168]

That Was A Perfect Park When You Pulled Up In The EMS Conditions Truck

[@cameroncray9441]

Take my National Registry for my Paramedic in April. Was listening to this song during my time thru medic school to get thru my ups and downs. After this is my IBSC FP-C.

[@montiprophecy3651]

I miss Yari more and more everyday. Awesome video Farooq. Monti-14D3

[@Hugolegobyggare]

Absolutely fantastic song, it's very tragic to hear about what happened to Yadia but I can guarantee that she would be honored! Thank you all first responders

[@emsbuff]

Thank you for reaching out!

[@Quebecmedic0750]

Great message and great video thank farooq as alway EMS proud

[@emsbuff]

Thank you brother!

[@freddymorel9076]

This should've 8 million views instead of 8 thousand.. Greetings from a german fire department paramedic. Stay safe everyone.

[@emsbuff]

Thank you Mike. I appreciate your comment. Be safe brother!

[@Daniel-dj5pd]

Jesus, you've been gone a long time! Good to see you back, love these songs! Kia Ora from a New Zealander living in the UK.

[@youfoundarchie8896]

What you do day to day is amazing, its inspiring me to do loads for my comunity as a teenager. Stay safe and keep helping people!

[@emsbuff]

That's great to hear. I wish you a lot of success.

[@gasaholic47]

Well done. Props from a Green and White retiree.

[@thatgirlfromdabronx9198]

Green and white here too. Jacobi & Lincoln from the bronx.

[@gasaholic47]

@@thatgirlfromdabronx9198 Was St. Mary's in Brooklyn

[@jentown5701]

Hello!! Greetings from Germany, more specifically, the region around the beautiful city of Hamburg in northern Germany. I am very happy that you are apparently making videos again. Several years ago I became aware of your videos through a work colleague. I myself am now almost 10 years Paramedic at a private rescue service and your music accompanied me for many hours on long distance tours and after long interventions nice that you make music again please more of it!

[@emsbuff]

I'm glad to hear that I was able to "take the ride with you." Be safe out there brother!

[@jentown5701]

@@emsbuff I thank you! I can only give that back. Take care of yourself! Unfortunately, too many idiots are running around!

[@JohnBroyles]

Loved it! We get another EMS WEEK video from a great friend of 1-U-801

[@angelapuche3567]

I love it!!! I keep replaying it. Thank you for what you do!!!!!!

[@CallsignDutchy]

Yesterday I responded to a call that will haunt me for a long time. This song reminds me of why we do what we do

[@adrianorozco1813]

Love it. Thank you for your service

[@emsbuff]

Thank you!

[@libinwang6676]

Yeah Fdny ems is hero. And safe people life great job Fdny ems you guys Fdny ems is so hero👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@tomasraven6537]

Good job and Great song!!!! and Congrats to your Promotion captain. Thank you from Czech republic.

[@emsbuff]

Thank you Tomas!

[@crazystarfishychannel]

I like those videos that you do are you a real EMT I want to be a paramedic when I'm grown

[@drawax9853]

I love your songs. You've changed my mind terribly about the EMS disciplines. I'm so happy for what you're doing, and I'm grateful that there are people like that in the world! Good job, man!

[@emsbuff]

Thank you. I appreciate it!

[@regaladofamily9204]

I like your songs RIP my fallen sister I'm a fire explorer at station 61 RIP my fallen sister

[@redwolfhen2793]

Thank you for this! You represent the EMS community in a great way and give a glimpse into of the life of everyone in emergency services everywhere

[@maryampierstorff8672]

this song is incredible! best one yet!!!!!

[@GRZELU1223]

Farooq is alive! :D Next great song ;) Greetings from Poland ems brother! ;)

[@emsbuff]

😎 I'm here for you! Sending love to Poland ❤️

[@jordanakin8953]

This one hits home thankyou

[@polarchi8912]

Welcome back! I am so happy to see another video!

[@JamieDavisBooks]

Well done, Farooq. You capture our dedication and commitment perfectly.

[@emsbuff]

Thank you so Jamie. I appreciate the support. Be safe out there!

[@eastexfiremedicalresponse9872]

Glad you’re back. Love the videos!

[@nikkimartinez4982]

Nice song my brother was a wildland firefighter he was killed at the age of 18 in June of 2020 he died doing what he loved I just wish I could have at least said goodbye

[@kathleenmacellis7253]

My daughters became Firefighter/ EMTs because of Farook . I'm so proud of them !

[@emsbuff]

Thank you so much for letting me know. That really means a lot to me. I wish them the best and I hope they get to help many people.

[@stasiabv6]

Awesome video, sir! I missed your music. Glad you are back!

[@liammcdermott1482]

I'm starting my EMT training soon this really motivates me

[@nycmedic3722]

As always very well put together video. Great work on the lyrics !! Proud to call you a brother !! Be safe !!

[@emsbuff]

Proud to call you brother! Thank you for reaching out.

[@ellexruth]

Your music is so awesome

[@emsbuff]

Thank you!

[@chriscashman3271]

This is a good song. I like how it’s in honor of EMT Arroyo

[@davehitt]

Awesome Brother!! Very nice tribute to her!!

[@jacobsamu4206]

Amazing! Loved the song. Happy to see your back! Congrats on becoming a captain!

[@emsbuff]

Thank you bro!

[@liammcdermott1482]

Thank you and God bless Farooq

[@emsbuff]

God bless you too!

[@liammcdermott1482]

You really encourage me to continue my service even though I've experienced personal loss

[@emsbuff]

@@liammcdermott1482 that's what separates us from the rest of the population. We respond to the most tragic situations no matter how difficult it is.

[@liammcdermott1482]

@@emsbuff yup I love what I do

[@hamsterdam.]

Rest in peace Yadira....

[@taylormann3751]

I ❤ his music

[@B17tailgunner]

I've written this comment out so many times and deleted it because I didn't know if this makes sense. For me this song is tinged with grief, but also courage, confidence, bravery. The fact you lost one of your own, but also recognises how its affected everyone but we can take it from here feeling to it. Hope that makes sense.

[@emsbuff]

Makes perfect sense. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.

[@sigmaskibidi-j8u]

I will Remember New York Since It’s On Quarantine

[@edcnskully2800]

Oh wow! I was just thinking about you and your music the other day! Glad to see you’re still living the dream man! And I’m so, so sorry for your loss. Also I just wanted you to know that you helped me get through middle school about 8 years ago when I was jamin’ out to EMS Anthem on the daily to keep me motivated through that hell. Now I just got my EMT... Thanks for everything man! Stay strong and safe, sir!

[@emsbuff]

It's my pleasure. Thank you for listening and congratulations on your success!

[@Mo-hd1lb]

I HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR YOU TO POST AGAIN!