Lin-Manuel Miranda - Almost Like Praying (feat. Artists for Puerto Rico) [Official Video]

[@oliviagriffith3626]

"Then a hurricane came and devastation reigned... and he wrote his first refrain, a testament to his pain." Talk about parallels. God bless you and your work, Lin.

[@thatbritishguy7076]

Olivia Griffith Wow! I never thought of it like that!

[@ramennoodle6302]

Everything he does is a reference. “I can make us strong, I’ll be satisfied."

[@ashlyrivera2195]

Orible

[@kellyfurman6309]

Olivia Griffith 😲

[@sheeshkabob]

Fixed your 555 likes. You're welcome!

[@ashdotty868]

Lin managed to list 78 cities in a song and not have it even sound any bit unusual. This man is legendary

[@Cacopr]

i can now learn this song for a test lol thanks lin

[@theyketchup4544]

Yep

[@endlesshalcyon]

Well, isn't that implied when anyone says his name?

[@cluelesswreck9481]

Towns not cities lol

[@ManuelGuzman067]

Camelia Vilá 😂

[@Nana-gm5zv]

The fact that the lyrics are mostly town names makes me see how magical puerto rican and most latino/spanish town names can sound.

[@krystaldelmar2797]

Nana Fun Fact, did you know that many of the names you hear in this song are from the natives that lived in the Island before the Spanish colonization? Jayuya, Guaynabo, Cayey... most were names of the caciques or leaders from different groups that used to live in those places. Words from the vocabulary of taínos are still used in Puerto Rico. For giving you an example, the word ‘juracán’, gave oringin to the official term ‘huracán’ (hurricane) in Spanish.

[@ManuelGuzman067]

@@krystaldelmar2797 good history lesson boricua 👍

[@concienciaactiva24]

Krystal Del Mar awesome explanation of my beautiful island boriken

[@concienciaactiva24]

And boriken is the native name of Puerto Rico I love calling it boriken like my old ancestors used to call it

[@flusel4949]

Good to know! I tried to understand some of the lyrics with my very limited school spanish but was very frustrated that I had no clue what they were talking about... I thought I couldn't be that bad, but if those are town names that makes a lot of sense ^^;

[@frankiel5127]

What makes this song even more incredible, Miranda obviously made this song as a tribute to Puerto rico but on this song he features singers from Cuba, Venezuela, Panama & Dominican Republic as well as Puerto Rico. Latinos stand UP!

[@georgina8884]

Latinos el mundo entero!!!!

[@ManuelGuzman067]

Blood latinos united 💘

[@littlebopeep]

Yees

[@johnmurphy8688]

YASSSSSSSS WERE MY BORICUAS AT?!

[@JJ-uh7jh]

But puertoricans are the best 😋🤩

[@fangirlingalittletoohard9239]

And then Lin saves the world with his cuteness

[@edwingonzalez3184]

a lot of special talent has come from this small island

[@marynewton7162]

Including Alexander Hamilton !

[@ejpadilla4238]

Mary Newton The actual Alexander Hamilton didn't come from PR.

[@GoeticPrince]

Mary Newton, Hamilton was born on the island of Nevis. :I

[@marynewton7162]

EJ / Ramsay - I stand corrected , Yes he came from Nevis , about 200 miles SE of Puerto Rico . Maybe he traveled Through Puerto Rico on his way to New York City ? ; - )

[@KidSnivy69]

We owe A LOT to Puerto Rico!

[@alistumpf1961]

OH MY GOD LIN IS AN ACTUAL GENIUS. THE FIRST OPENING LINES ARE FROM WEST SIDE STORY, A MUSICAL FEATURING MANY PUERTO RICAN ACTORS AND ITS FROM A SONG CALLED 'MARIA' I CAN'T COMPREHEND HOW GENIUS THIS IS

[@clararubio5936]

And Rita Moreno was there signing too! She plays Anita in West Side story...

[@tinacruz5715]

He also included a cast member who is puerto rican named Rita Moreno and I love how all these latinos came together for this song and dang Gina got them bars

[@user-uh6jm6uh8h]

@@tinacruz5715 VERY, STRONG SONG . I blast this walking my dog

[@RelampagoBoricua]

It is a tribute to reclaim the name Maria, very ingenious.

[@blainevanity6]

Sunshine Birkle Ummm, read the comment again. That's the OP's point

[@jillvertes7855]

when he said 'San Sebastián' i lost it and i got so excited and felt so proud bc that's where my family is from, and i've never heard anyone acknowledge San Sebastián in a song before

[@basti5180]

alyssa didn’t know there city’s with my name

[@33unionsquarewest]

I got the same when he said San Lorenzo 💛

[@arelistorres779]

Mine too ☺️ same feeling

[@chalienysyoc6523]

I felt the same when he said Manati im from that part

[@FrogWizard64]

@Steamed Hams Caguas!!!

[@ashleyneedstogeta]

For everyone who is commenting that they do not know what the song lyrics are about: A majority of the lyrics are city and town names in Puerto Rico. For example, my grandad currently lives in Aguadilla. My bloodline is rooted in Rincón, Ponce, and San Juan. These are all recited in the song. Anything else was an ad lib or declaring of love for their island. Thank you for showing your support despite the language barrier.

[@leondelbarrio8613]

ashleyneedstogeta Aguada... ¡Presente!

[@Wildflower687]

Lin Manuel also sampled the lyrics from "Maria" - West Side Story, which I thought was amazing

[@jkashavah855]

Thank you for explaining, I appreciated the song (and the cause) before I knew what the lyrics were, and I love it even more now.

[@jkashavah855]

Yes, the way it's worked in is beautiful

[@hannahrose8175]

ashleyneedstogeta That last part of your comment is so beautiful. Rather than insulting the ignorant for not knowing, you thanked them for sticking around despite their lack of understanding. So grateful someone like you exists!

[@kagomeluna3217]

Shame on all the people who clicked dislike. The proceeds from this song go to the people of Puerto Rico who are suffering. This song was made for humanities sake and the people's lives who can still be saved there. No need to hate or dislike.

[@kaylahutton6577]

YES

[@xtriker1.]

The song has no inspirational message

[@kagomeluna3217]

Xtriker1 So? It doesn't need to have an inspiring message to inspire a sense of hope with the names of the nations or what the song is doing behind the scenes. In my opinion you really just aren't seeing the big picture here, that's disappointing.

[@xtriker1.]

I mean I get that they were trying to send a msg etc but . . . meh . . .I see it like a normal song. In my opinion all those people could have done something . . .better. I like 'Isla Bendita' better

[@kagomeluna3217]

Xtriker1 I mean I see your point and you have your own view and I respect that. I also like you 'isla bendita'.

[@oliviaokoro5618]

The artists, the rhythm, the passion...ahh everything about this song is just incredible!

[@smmhh8646]

I am 100% NOT Puerto Rican. But, listening to this song paralyzed me. I was NOT here to cry, but reading some of these comments is just heartbreaking and mind blowing. I hear this song and think of all of the people that suffered in the disaster, with their children and loved ones. I look at my mom because she was born in 1972 and was only 3 when the Lebanese Civil War broke out. Her family was wealthy and got our. But what if they hadn’t been? What would’ve happened? I ask her, how come you’re not scared of loud noises? I imagine her saying, I’m used to the sound of bombs, the sight of blood, but loosing my mother was the hardest thing. I never saw my mother break down like that. This song helps me understand the many many many etc. people that were affected. I really don’t know what to say. Thank you? Bless you? I love you.

[@miri4u]

I'm 100% and I can assure you the hurricane was devastating! I was scared to death during it. The next day we went to see if my grandparents were okay but the road was too destroyed to get there, my mom broke down crying. I didn't have electricity for about 5 months. Tough I can assure you, I live in a neighborhood and I have a few friends here, trust me all that time created great bonds and friendship, now I have my neighborhood best friend who is always here for me. Things like these can really bring people together and I can assure it as I have experienced it myself. Arriba Puerto Rico 💖

[@lilianaliliana9365]

God bless you

[@lilianaliliana9365]

Jesus loves you and can change ur heart and mind

[@evelynbeveraggi8724]

❤Love You too!

[@dikshitgupta1686]

Lyrics: Say it loud and there's music playing Say it soft and it's almost like praying It's almost like praying It's almost like praying It's almost like praying It's almost like Cabo Rojo, Corozal Naguabo, Guaynabo San Lorenzo y San Germán San Sebastián, mi viejo San Juan Isabela, Maricao Fajardo, Dorado Hormigueros, Humacao Luquillo, Hatillo Vega Alta, Vega Baja Toa Alta, Toa Baja, Mayagüez Yes, otra vez, yes Aguadilla, Quebradillas Guayanilla, Juana Díaz Y Cayey, hey It's almost like praying (Puerto Rico) It's almost like praying (Puerto Rico) It's almost like Arecibo, Guánica Culebra, Las Piedras Orocovis, Guayama Gurabo, Maunabo Aguas Buenas, Salinas Río Grande, Sábana Grande Yabucoa, Florida Peñuelas, Santa Isabel Naranjito, Barranquitas Carolina, Aibonito, Bayamónm, hey! Rincón, hey! Barceloneta, Las Marías Comerío, Moca, Ponce, Manatí, así It's almost like praying (Puerto Rico) It's almost like praying (Puerto Rico) It's almost like (Yo) Utuado, Aguada, Adjuntas y Caguas Canóvanas, Cataño, Juncos y Lajas Jayuya, Villalba, Arroyo, te amo La cueva de Camuy, los baños de Coamo Trujillo Alto, Ceiba, Ciales La isla de Vieques, El grito de Lares Yauco, Cidra, Añasco, Patillas Morovis, Loíza, lo hiciste Puerto Rico, oh oh (Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico) Puerto Rico, oh oh (Lai lo le lo le, le lo le lo lai) Puerto Rico, oh oh (Puerto Rico, Borinquen) Cien por treinta y cinco la isla completa Puerto Rico, oh oh (Sí somos Boricua, ha, ahora que se sepa) Puerto Rico, oh oh (Puerto Rico, así es) Puerto Rico, oh oh (Puerto Rico Ho! Ho! Ho!) ay Puerto Rico, oh oh (ay Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico) Puerto Rico, oh oh (Tierra linda mía, yo te quiero) Puerto Rico, oh oh (ay Puerto Rico) Puerto Rico, oh oh (Mi Puerto Rico, ah) Puerto Rico, oh oh (Puerto Rico) Puerto Rico, oh oh (Mi Puerto Rico, yeah) Say it soft and it's almost like praying

[@efrainescalera8950]

Graciaaaaaaaaaaas

[@marielavega335]

Thank uuuuuu

[@trinitybraungart5251]

I'ma thumbs up!

[@boono2912]

This language is majestic. Don't wanna die before I speak it to my imaginary wife 😂😂😂😂

[@alondra6013]

This is going to help me alot in my PR history exam

[@MarRojasss]

Gilberto Santarosa & Ruben Blades give this song "that" special touch that just warms your soul. Obviously Gloria, Ednita & J. L Guerra are idols... there's something about the O. G's that really brought the song together.

[@jpg0mez]

This isn't a contest of fan base for a specific artist. This is about all these great artist coming together for a great song and an even greater cause! Estamos contigo Puerto Rico🇵🇷

[@Dareana01]

dale!!!! :) se levanta!!!

[@HorribleSonofa]

I think I’m gonna call this A Community Effort. (As “it should be,” according to a certain loser.)

[@kidenesj]

the fact that latino artists that aren’t puerto rican like camila was on this shows how when there is a problem like this in the latino community for one country any latino speaks on it. i’m 4th generation puerto rican and this really meant something to me and my family especially my family in puerto rico who were affected

[@SamxWorldo]

Same honestly it’s heartbreaking that it’s STILL going through all of this to think that some of my friends that are still there stuck because of corona and because of the poverty that’s still going on and some of my family is also stuck there vive mi Puerto Rico 🇵🇷

[@yourweirdlol_692]

Awe I’m praying for you and your family🥺💕

[@basstt5615]

I think was to show how no matter where your from in Latin America, Latinos can come together especially in times of need. It shows that everyone cares. I can see where your coming from but most would see this as Latinos coming together and advocating for one another

[@daysivasquez9496]

oh im sorry that happened

[@keolaani3847]

love and prayers out to Puerto Rico from the Hawaiian islands..

[@shem5902]

Keola Ani thanks

[@franciscavalle8909]

Shelly M gffs,isbk

[@ManuelGuzman067]

Keola Ani. Thanks aloha friend

[@lynkhasantiago194]

Amen and thanks

[@abbieschmidt5790]

The coquí frog in the background ❤️ They are native to Puerto Rico and at night they fill the forests with their song. Praying for Puerto Rico

[@ejpadilla4238]

Abbie Schmidt I love my island 🇵🇷

[@laleypops]

Abbie Schmidt lol, I hear them so much those frogs are like white noise to me, I didn't even notice it until I saw your comment 🐸

[@7Purple0613]

Then a hurricane came, and devastation reigned... Put a pencil to his temple, connected it to his brain And he wrote his first refrain, a testament to his pain

[@cocoa8245]

Michelle D Beautiful

[@ashtonvickers928]

In the eye of the hurricane there is quite

[@7Purple0613]

ashton vickers They passed the plate around. Total strangers moved to kindness by my story.

[@that_orange_hat]

hamilton

[@luxlilly9519]

WELL THE WORD GOT AROUND THEY SAID THIS KID IS INSANE MAN TOOK UP A COLLECTION JUST TO SEND HIM TO His home,on the beautiful island of Puerto Rico

[@marley7130]

I showed this to my grandparents who are from Puerto Rico and they were absolutely blow away. It literally drove them to tears to see how much people cared.

[@gayadombrover2896]

I don't understand the language but the emotions are so strong and it's beautiful

[@ayeishamangual3290]

Basically the are naming the cities on the island. Then some say how much they love Puerto Rico.

[@yashiAR]

This man inspires me so much. He wrote, recorded and released a song with so many artists in a matter of weeks. A song which sounds so hip and at the same time would be helping so many people, financially as well as giving recognition to their town. I really hope this helps the people in dire need right now. Go Lin!

[@obewan2010]

I bought the song on iTunes today but also like seeing the video / Thanks Lin ! Of course it brings back the memories of Maria in West Side Story !

[@flakomaster2470]

yashiWinchester sound so hip you kidding me. This sound ain't nothing special. It only saying almost like praying and mention all the cities in puertorico. So there's nothing special of the sound.

[@flakomaster2470]

The only reason is getting views is because puertorico still in crisis

[@ellesmith9976]

Flako Master Well the whole reason that this video was made is because of the Puerto Rico crisis going on right now...

[@TheWarriorpony]

CEOofFRESH1 It's not really PR's fault that the US treats it's own territory like shit

[@TheaterRaven]

Lin-Manuel Miranda is truly a modern bard, one of the greatest musicians of our time, and such a wonderful person with a big heart. My knowledge of Spanish is elementary school level, so I don't understand most of the lyrics, but still, this was great. The spirit of the song transcends the language barrier. And, as a musical theater geek, I love how the song started with a few lines of "Maria" from "West Side Story"; the minute I saw the title, I had a feeling that's where the song would go and it didn't disappoint. Bravo, Lin, and everyone else involved. P.S. Would anyone else LOVE to hear Lin sing the role of Tony, or at the very least record songs from "West Side Story" on an album? I'd buy that in a heartbeat.

[@chuugummy975]

TheaterRaven Most of the lyrics is basically saying the different pueblos (towns?) of Puerto Rico

[@eq4col1]

100% agreed

[@nickbelanger6981]

The lyrics of this videos are literally just the different regions of Puerto Rico. I'm not too impressed, I thought a "lyricist" like him could come up with a more heartfelt message than just naming stuff...

[@Ramon51650]

If you watch the interview where he explains the genesis of the idea that is based on a commonality shared by Puerto Ricans, the song will then make perfect sense. Singing the 78 municipalities that compose the islands is the unity that he was looking for. The song succeeds on its simplicity and inclusion.

[@TheaterRaven]

Oh, cool. Thanks for the info. I'll check it out.

[@yvettejones4249]

Praying for Puerto Rico. Hope all my family and everyone else's is safe.

[@georgina8884]

Gracias

[@mariaberrios5828]

175

[@m.ocasio6898]

Hoping and praying they all get the help they need. 🙏🏻🌴🕯️✝️🕯️🌴🙏🏾 Hope they take advantage of all the tools education, etc...

[@lilmary-oh9549]

I don't even speak the language but I can feel the passion from everyone and its incredible

[@artplanet4773]

Mario Rodriguez same.. its so deep even though I didn't understand anything😅

[@anyaaponte6477]

The lyrics are basically the names of the 78 towns of Puerto Rico

[@marynewton7162]

They are singing the names of the Puerto Rico towns trashed by the hurricane , done to the music from West Side Story / ' Maria' - " Say it slow & it's almost like praying" .

[@tommyleelynn]

Your name is Mario Rodriguez and you don’t speak any Spanish? I feel that irony.

[@hr-g4640]

That province of stupid people gets what they deserve

[@breehernandez7917]

Lin Manuel Miranda is amazing!!!

[@eyescandeceive]

understanding this is probably beyond you, Alejandro DJD, but I write this for the benefit of others. right after the hurricane passed, LMM said his social media feeds were overloaded with messages from people trying to get information about friends and relatives on the island. the larger and well-known areas got some press coverage quickly, but the inland and mountain areas were suffering horribly and there was no news of what had happened to the people there. LMM wanted to think of a way to draw attention to the plight of the island as a whole, not just the famous places tourists have heard of. People who live in PR identify very strongly with the names of their towns, and some of these little places never get their names mentioned off-island. As the cries for help kept pouring in and the names of the towns kept repeating themselves, it began to feel like a litany (a Christian worship form where you repeat a long list of things for which you need help or for whom you are asking prayers). Lastly, for sixty years the name "Maria" was associated in a positive way with West Side Story, but from now on it will always be a negative name on the island--the name of the life changing disaster that changed PR forever. So LMM took the iconic "almost like praying" line from the musical (with Stephen Sondheim's permission) and added the litany of singing the names of the towns. It. Is. Fucking. Brilliant. And he put it together in 72 fucking hours. When you get a MacArthur grant, a Pulitzer Prize, an Oscar nomination, and a shelf of Grammys and Tony Awards, you can pass judgment on whether the man can write, move people emotionally, and raise money for people in desperate need. All the talented people on this project would not have donated their time to something that was "trash". The reach of this song will go farther than anything you will ever do and by calling it nothing special you diminish yourself rather than the work. So don't criticize what you can't understand, and step aside while a genius like LMM keeps coming up with new ways to make the world a better place.

[@passionographer]

Really well put. Very eloquently said.

[@OccipitantX]

It's a good song, and I'm not knocking it, but your logic is flawed. You absolutely can critique a song well without having a string of awards. And even a very talented and accomplished artist like LMM can make mistakes or put something out that's subpar. Finally resorting to an ad hominem at the end of your comment doesn't help your case much either. Again, this is not a knock on the song or LMM, I'm just pointing out your reasoning isn't fully sound.

[@seba6322]

Facts i live in trujillo alto and nobody knows what the fuck that is but my girl jane the virgin made it clear VAMOS PUÑETA

[@jordanstibal8834]

This is probably one of the most eloquent answers I've ever read.

[@reddread973]

#Facts

[@name_not_important9404]

I'm Puerto Rican but I have never been to Puerto Rico. I love listening to these songs, it gives me hope that I may be able to visit Puerto Rico one day. Edit: To the people who live on the island, or know someone who does, my prayers go out to you and your families during this Hurricane season. Stay safe everyone, and know that you are not alone❤❤

[@mckayleem3098]

I'm not Puerto Rican but I've been there and its beautiful. I wish I could've stayed, theres nothing like it.

[@DietEllie]

I went with my boyfriend (he was born and raised in PR) to meet his family on the island. It was BEAUTIFUL. I would go back in a heartbeat.

[@madelinebigio7565]

I was there when I was younger my Dad took me too my grandfather land and family to meet all my cousins and uncles and I was going for 2 weeks and I wanted to stay the whole summer and love it ! I visited there when I was younger again teenager with a friend yabucoa ! I stood only in Rio pierda with family but to young and my uncles was a little strick didn’t travel to many places because couldn’t but I got older and went back to see a friend and stood in Yabucoa

[@name_not_important9404]

@@madelinebigio7565 That's amazing!

[@dr.braxygilkeycruises1460]

I'm from DC. Went to Puerto Rico on a cruise and had an experience I've never forgotten that can only happen when you're around truly wonderful people. I had a clear bag with my wallet, phone, tissues and a book. I left the ship, looked around a bit, bought some things, needed medicine so I went into the CVS across from the ship. The lady who was the cashier was so nice to me and we chatted a bit as I tried to speak in Spanish. Afterward, I got distracted and realized I needed to get back to the ship. *I got all the way back to my room and realized I didn't have my bag!!!* Again, inside was my wallet (with all credit cards & my cash), and my cell phone. I ran at top speed off the ship, down the long gangway, across the street and into the CVS. As I rushed in out of breath, looked around and saw the cashier. *She smiled at me and held up my bag!* I was so grateful!!! I tried to bless her with some money but she wouldn't take it. She just was glad I was okay. *THAT is what I think of when I think of Puerto Rico. The love and kindness of the people.* 🥰🥰🥰

[@EagleRockers]

With love and support from California! Puerto Rico will rise again!

[@ManuelGuzman067]

Puerto rico will rebuild and prevail. Still one of the most beautiful islands in the caribbean with its humble people. 💘

[@elvarivera4818]

latinoheatariel So true, much love for that beautiful Island

[@angelsantiago1179]

Gracias por tu comentario

[@pamelaesteva7651]

Thank you for your comment. This comes from a puertorrican :)

[@Eleganciaaaaaa]

I live in PR (Puerto Rico) but... A hurricane passed and destroyed everything. God help us and bless you all.

[@iwannakillmyself3276]

Thank you! You are so kind!

[@FranklinNJ]

Nailed it...wow amazing with just calling out the towns in Puerto Rico. Instant Classic!

[@ejpadilla4238]

Franklin NJ Yeah, it's pretty good and actually has meaning.

[@linkedheart5653]

Franklin NJ When they called out the town's it really got me.

[@vicklepickle301]

WHERE MY PUERTORICANS AT 🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷

[@JesusRodriguez-rs8jq]

ese es thomas sanders?

[@vicklepickle301]

@@JesusRodriguez-rs8jq Si pana!!

[@JesusRodriguez-rs8jq]

@@vicklepickle301 Es Logan? el sanderside? es que no veo bieen jajaj

[@vicklepickle301]

@@JesusRodriguez-rs8jq Jaja es Patton

[@aaronluke1993]

Aquí

[@starbear1159]

The pure shock of when Maria hit our island left me emotionless. I did not react when I saw that my family and I were trapped in our home because the roads were blocked in ruble and fallen trees. I just hugged my father finally came back from work alive (he was gone for 4 days without us knowing of him). I just got out of my home yesterday as a family and we hit the road to buy necessities. This song came on the radio as I saw all that was gone; and I've never cried so hard in my life. We will stand again. Thank you Lin and all contributing artist for this song; and thank you all who have pitched in to helping us get back on our feet again. Sincerely: A Puerto Rican.

[@rhmedinas]

Tu comentario me hizo llorar igual q la cancion de Lin. Me alegro q te encuentres bien al igual q tu familia. Dios la cuide.

[@ManuelGuzman067]

-ForgottenWarriors- nice comment xd

[@flanchocoflan]

I'm Mexican and I'll say Puerto Ricans are some of the most talented people on the planet!

[@cely5121]

Yes indeed...

[@delphiee]

Flan Chocoflan Btw sorry for trump he's a fucking idiot

[@dinoshkamarie]

Flan Chocoflan Thank you...

[@santinizzy]

Im Mexican and chocoflan is bomb. But yeah Puerto Ricans are lit.

[@dinoshkamarie]

Jc20 Why? Because you're Mexican? Of course you'd think that.

[@babykayks]

I got chills and teary eyed! Especially hearing the name of my town 'Santa Isabel'. I loved it!

[@noelitonoelito]

Adalice Burgos I know, it's crazy! I was raised on the main land but born on the island and it still hit me hard when my birth town was mentioned like a soldier in attention readying itself for the task at hand. It can't be helped. It touches our heart in a special way.

[@tsosamph_ches5832]

I know! I cried when I heard "Humacao!" but a bit disappointed it wasn't Rita Moreno, as she's from Humacao. #Humacao #AlmostLikePraying #PuertoRicoSeLevanta #BoricuaEnLaLuna

[@tsosamph_ches5832]

We're part of the #PuertoRicanDiaspora, and #Borinquen lives in our hearts.

[@mollyibrahimovic]

5 years later and I still get teary eyed to this. I don’t know if it’s because I’m an immigrant and never got to experience my land full force because of war, but seeing people come together like this moves me to my core.

[@destroythesoul]

I don't know how everyone felt, but personally, the first time I heard this song and I heard when they said the name of the pueblo where I was born (MAYAGÜEZ) I was filled with pride that I can't possibly explain in words. It may seem trivial to some people, but to many Puerto Ricans, this song is special, and I am sure it is even more special to those who experienced Hurricane Maria first hand. Sometimes in order to help you don't need to do big things. Giving people hope, pride, and happiness is enough. Giving the people of Puerto Rico something that is uniquely theirs, was enough in this case, to at least lift a bit of the load.

[@user-ho2sp6hb1t]

I was felt almost the same when I heard Caguas, Las Piedras, and Rio Grande.

[@princesslegarreta913]

Same with Lares. 😍 I was so happy I cry.

[@SamxWorldo]

destroythesoul same with arroyo and las piedras for me I was born en las piedras and raised in arroyo so it hit

[@coquigirl0789]

Mayagüez ❤

[@keithyonick5023]

@@user-ho2sp6hb1tMy husband's paternal side of the family are from those pueblos also so we know what you mean.

[@Mxchelle]

Ahhhh Anthony and Lin reunite!!

[@Broadwayfan-rt6ip]

Starchelle hamilton and laurens UNITE!

[@demented2935]

Starchelle I thought I was the only one that was like MY PHILIP LAURENS

[@laksmidewi8685]

Lams

[@michaelawiseman7320]

Silly question... where in the video does Anthony show up?

[@mackenziekelly8142]

Michaela Wiseman 3:06

[@venchan8858]

While I don't have any connection to Puerto Rico, my heart goes out to everyone affected. I can only hope that I can make a difference by sharing and donating. Love from London ❤❤❤

[@angieriv]

Ven Chan Thx i live in PUERTO RICO

[@nomad4731]

THX Ven and may the Lord All Mighty bless you

[@jaime4022]

Thank you for your beautiful words! All the best to you, your loved ones and your beautiful country!

[@compaybori2231]

Thanks!

[@FutureRCRIM1997]

Fuck this music...kiss my ass shittt.. Puerto Rico...! U Don't deserve to respect...😊😊

[@sadiemurphey7705]

I don't know a word of Spanish, but this is still incredible!!!!!!!!

[@PGUNNA201]

They're naming all 78 municipalities of Puerto Rico

[@royaltycore3756]

@@PGUNNA201 uh what's that?

[@PGUNNA201]

@@royaltycore3756 what's what?

[@PGUNNA201]

@@royaltycore3756 they're literally saying the names of all the cities and towns of the island of Puerto Rico

[@royaltycore3756]

@@PGUNNA201 oh okie then thanks

[@lisasilverman3456]

This is outstanding. That Lin-Manuel Miranda could orchestrate this and pull it off in so little time. What an incredible person, what an incredible mensch. Talk about a poke in the eye for President Hoof in Mouth! And the millions he’s raised literally overnight, while President Hoof in Mouth blames Puerto Rico for being decimated by Maria. Thank you Lin-Manuel, for reminding me there still is hope.

[@ieshagames]

I love it. I don't speak Spanish and I'm not Puerto Rican but I respect all of my fellow Americans and I like the song and I like the Coqui at the end as well.

[@fmarie8113]

Iesha Washington the beautiful part is that they are singing all the names of the cities and towns in PR.

[@janeishar7881]

Ikr I love the Coqui part at the end it reminds me of when I used to live in Puerto Rico😭❤🇵🇷

[@queen303]

It's amazing how people that are different cultures come together to sing this amazing song that's about the beautiful island I was crying with tears of joy my grandmother called my mother today

[@Shiragi75]

Queen Savage individual India

[@dailansmommy]

I am definitely not Puerto Rican or any sort of latin but omfg I loved this song and the emotions and the beautiful voices. I've listened to it so many times I love it

[@michaeleka8050]

Kudos to Lin Manuel Miranda for Putting this whole thing together!!!!

[@gigi-mu7vh]

People are freaking out about Camila but I'm like "Omg Lin I can't believe you got all of these talented voices together for such a good cause I love you. ❤️"

[@lo3468]

Tbh i just came to hear gina

[@camilaospinagomez2936]

Yo an I'm freaking out about Juan Luis Guerra 😂

[@camilaospinagomez2936]

RITA MORENO OMG

[@lo3468]

Ooh i like rita too

[@lo3468]

Idk who juan is tho xD

[@silphaer5353]

I don't know what the lyrics mean, but I cry anyway. Lin-Manuel Miranda is one of the most amazing people ever to live, who actually uses his influence for good, and to help those around him. I've never had a hero in the past, anyone to aspire to, but Lin is that hero.

[@vrianalyaguero5289]

Silphaer same! Also in the lyrics they are saying all the places in Puerto Rico cuz we had no signal to contact people and the family and friends out of Puerto Rico had no idea if they were okay. So they would say "anyone know about Humacao, Carolina, Juncos?" and people would send messages in the radio to know if anyone in those places are okay and that was converted into lyrics. If my explanation suck (it sucks) there is a video that lin explained it himself.

[@a-mellowtea]

As Vrianaly said, and if I remember correctly, the lyrics list off all 78 cities in Puerto Rico. "Say it loud and there's music playing, say it soft and it's almost like praying" is a lyric from the musical West Side Story in which Tony, the lead male, falls in love with a Puerto Rican woman named Maria. Different in this regard, of course, as Hurricane Maria is the source of all the devastation.

[@rhmedinas]

All the towns of Puerto Rico.

[@soldadofiel]

Municipalities

[@elg6197]

Los pueblos de PR

[@lillyross5929]

Two years late and this song is still true. We have to do something. Save Puerto Rico!! Its worth it! They are people. They need help. If the government won't do anything, we have to be the ones to make the change.

[@sofi8245]

Oh my god so many legends here

[@blpalv15]

Gloria and Emilio Estefan and Rita Moreno to name a few.

[@aapjerz5376]

The song was great but I think that Lin Manuel should’ve featured some reggaeton artists in the song also

[@obewan2010]

Rita Moreno was there when "Almost like Praying" / 'Maria' West Side Story came out 56 years ago !

[@lauraf6510]

And Luis Fonsi (Despacito anyone??) Juan Luis Guerra the king of bachata music...the legend of Ruben Blades...Gilberto Santa Rosa (best romantic salsa singer ever!!!) Ednitaaaaa!!!! If you're boricua for real you know. And cute baby face Tommy.

[@aapjerz5376]

Laura F Juan Luis Guerra,Ruben blades,Gloria Estefan and Camilla cabello are not Puerto rican

[@iamindeedasock]

LIN IS AN ANGEL AMONG MEN

[@ManuelGuzman067]

I am a Sock he's a great guy for sure

[@dorisbarkler8570]

These are men and women singing for their families, land and people. Please donate. Every penny is needed. Like Trevor Noah said, anyone who listened to Despositos donate a dollar. Thats 4 million easy.

[@marynewton7162]

I bought mine on iTunes which is channeling the $$$$ to PR .

[@heidi375]

100% of the profits made for the song are going to an organization that is helping with hurricane aid

[@marynewton7162]

If Everyone who listened to Despacito can get a couple of downloads from iTunes , then there will be enough cash to rebuild the island with a modern grid / with Out oil driven generators !

[@dibsdapotato]

Doris Barkler ii

[@sarahmacomber1541]

Who's listening in 2019 (almost 2020)? It's been 2 years, and this song still slaps

[@georgina8884]

I am in it in 2020!

[@gerikelly7980]

July 2020

[@arctic_haze]

2021 actually. But it's still almost like praying.

[@gerikelly7980]

@@arctic_haze Agreed!

[@sisenegzednanreh6185]

I'm here today August 15, 2024 a day after hurricane Ernesto and it feels like transporting back to María hearing the electric generators and people not being able to leave their home bc of fallen trees and flooded streets.

[@Ramona0517]

3:05-3:06 made me happy when Anthony and lin reunited and Anthony was hitting some major notes😍❤️❤️

[@Maria-hb2dc]

I know same!!!

[@selinashiny6343]

Great job Lin #1 on the iTunes chart

[@deadd1760]

prosharers.com/?r=40562

[@cuteus51]

DT better take note, if this is numero uno now, 2018 will be something else as boricuas head to the polls

[@floraeliserio4837]

Selina Ram i only care of lin Miranda of hamilton

[@albino_rat]

The fact that I’m Puertorican and I love this song makes me happy btw ALL LATINOS STAND UP!!! P.R For Ever 🇵🇷

[@judefraize]

Praying for Puerto Rico from France 🇵🇷🇫🇷

[@winstonortiz3826]

Eiluz LAFAYETTE

[@judefraize]

Winston Ortiz oui oui I'm from Lafayette's country 🇫🇷

[@patricejeasley_1974]

Beautiful. I'm buying the song right now. Please people, help our brothers & sisters in Puerto Rico!!!!

[@julialovesgfriend]

Much love from Brazil 🇧🇷 to Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 Together we're stronger

[@JoshuaJSoto]

Julia Calvet muito obrigada! De Porto Rico! 😉

[@aisabel2529]

Thank you so much for the love💖 #puertoricowillrise🇵🇷

[@hectorrivera6624]

Thanks to our Brazilian brothers and sisters

[@alicynsenior4952]

Not even Puerto Rican but this song makes me feel like a proud Puerto Rican

[@TheKidsOfficial531]

I'm thrilled with the legend may we stay together

[@obewan2010]

BTW - Everyone who has watched Despacito ( Fonsi is in ' Almost like Praying' too ) should buy a couple of downloads of Almost like Praying from iTunes so the grid in Puerto Rico can be rebuilt with 21st century tech / Not oil generators !

[@ericacal8287]

Military Colonel loiiio

[@FruityCHUNKZ46]

No

[@FLYVELOS]

As long as you help us!

[@JoseCruz-hb7uf]

fuck oil generators

[@gloriinher40s]

This song gets better and better every time I hear it.

[@labrujaharley]

Yes weap

[@katelyn9]

Ikr 😤❤

[@heatherjackson5901]

Praying for Puerto Rico from South Africa!

[@shem5902]

Heather Jackson thanks

[@emma-di5ly]

How did I only JUST find out this existed?! This has multiple of my favorite artists, especially Lin and Camila!

[@biancarusso5453]

to every artist and writer and technician (or whatever part you played) who made this, thank you. you guys deserve the world. and to all people affected the earthquake, you have all our prayers! god bless you all!

[@GodsChosen69]

earthquake?

[@biancarusso5453]

alfanso castro my bad I meant hurricane

[@pr_papichulo]

Maria harricane

[@koreecob]

I'm a girl from Puerto Rico and I passed the hurricane here. For the people that don't understand the lyrics, they're saying all of our "pueblos" and some areas that are very dear to us. My little island is very affected, but we boricuas are tougher than this. And this is an experience that will be in our hearts forever. VIVA PUERTO RICO 🇵🇷❤️💙

[@noemivelasquez4349]

Prismangel Sending my love from New Jersey ❤️🇵🇷

[@estherjohnson6019]

Thanks for helping me understand:) I'm learning Spanish now so I could pick up some of it. Praying for ya'll! All of you, in Puerto Rico or not, stay strong and trust God in the last days.

[@carolinaferrer2619]

Prismangel hola any puerorican that is dear is considered a friend to me i wish that anyone who was affected just letting know we will continue we will stand up 🇵🇷❤️🇵🇷

[@leinad8049]

Viva Puerto Rico amiga!!

[@tre5118]

1:28

[@rpicifica250]

I cried the first time I heard this song. They are all so talented and it's for such a good cause! ❤❤❤

[@hazysorrow]

So true! Jeez, this song is amazing.

[@hadibnd7997]

R Picifica

[@heidi375]

The coquis got to me tbh. I’ve been living in the States for about 3 months now. I really miss their beautiful singing.

[@abcefg8408]

R Picifica it that hetalia

[@rpicifica250]

Marygrace Pelekamoyo Yes

[@celiaevelyn]

esta cancion me toca el alma... y no soy puerta riqueña... es un bellisimo tema! gracias por compartir sus voces con el mundo!!! les pido, colaboren juntos y hagan mas temas asi!!!

[@BuildaBizwithLisa]

I feel the same! I ❤PR!

[@Amy-ln4lc]

I'm a simple person. I see Lin Manuel Miranda I click.

[@lilyg4126]

Pinkgirl4310 I clicked for Puerto Rico and Lin lol

[@noahq2130]

I'm not Puetro Rican, my 2 year old sister is, and the first time we listened to this song she jumped up from her coloring book and started dancing! It was adorable! We all love you Lin!!!!!!

[@TheLIPSABLE]

Hufflepuff Tulane it is in her adn 🇵🇷

[@victoriacazottes8725]

Hufflepuff Tulane did she yell "i am puerto lico, you are puerto lico, we are puerto lico" ? Because thats what lin's son did😂

[@Polopony20.]

awwww that's adorable!

[@yielenedizz]

victoria cazottes así mismo tienes la cabeza!!!! Cazottes grandes!!!

[@Acord718]

🇵🇷💪

[@universaltraveler1901]

Camilaaaaa OMG this song is amazing the vibe love it congrats to ALL the artists involved

[@Jadorelainie]

YASSSS! RUBECINTO!!

[@QuizBubble0]

All Singer Voice Nice

[@MelodyRed.]

My Spanish teacher in Highschool would play this song every day we had class on repeat for a good 3 months cause he loved the message it gave and he loved Lin’s work in general. I never got annoyed nor hated this song and it’s a song in my playlist :)

[@onceamoomoo829]

My family is still struggling in Puerto Rico but I still love listening to this song. They’re doing better then before(thank god) but it’s still hard for them. I love them and the beautiful island so much!

[@thomasresendez6491]

May both of your families have God to help them through the struggles

[@sofiasearcy8131]

Royal Queen same girl. at least (most) families are doing much better.

[@mrdeadpool2685]

Same my family ain't doing gud

[@TheRusherBro]

I hope it is much better now

[@hiEste]

PUERTO RICO SE LEVANTA 🇵🇷🙏🏻

[@QuizBubble0]

All Singer Voice Nice

[@rosekerr8680]

100% will go to Puerto Rico! You must not be paying attention...another troll????

[@scottsterkowitz2981]

+Rose Kerr I found several articles to back up that thought tradingeconomics.com/puerto-rico/corruption-index would be one

[@elitehero6652]

Andre Knowledge357 yeah, no thanks to the United States they send billions of dollars every year

[@imerflores1167]

Asi sera!

[@JibaraSoyOfficial]

Devastating hurricane María changed my life. The event itself was the most scariest day of my life, but what was hard was what's coming next from the disaster. No light, no water, scarce food, no gas, no signal, no communications. I didn't hear anything of my mom until 14 days. We have been working since day 1 with unkwnown people of the community from asking them what they need house by house, to logging trees in the middle of the street, sharing meals even if it was a granola bar. Everyone go out and help each other. But not every place in the island has been so lucky. Hearing the stories of everyone make you so grateful for life and conciouss. Some cities have been literally isolated because the street was gone by the floodings and the landslides. People over there that lost it all have been struggling with cocconut water to survive. The unavaiability of Diesel for hospitals is making people die. Recently people are starting to get sick and 2 are dead from Leptospirosis for drinking water at a river. It only takes time until the hunger and the scarcity of clean water make people sick and weak. My aunt yesterday got me in a flight, because now I don't have where to live, no money, lost my job and my school semester until January 2018.

[@v4l17]

JibaraSoy Bless you fight through this horrible time if I wasn't young and in the control of my parents still I would be there donating my time and money to help people like you in this troubling time but my thoughts are with you and everyone suffering from this terrible tragedy

[@izzierose2]

I'm so sorry you have to have Trump as your president during such a terrible time. Just know the rest of the world has got your back and is doing everything possible to get you through this. Sending love x

[@SplotPublishing]

Keep being strong. You can get through this. Much love. Hold the people you love close. Not everyone is a Trump supporter. Try to let that bolster you up. I am wishing better for you soon.

[@max-playlist]

JibaraSoy I have never heard a story from someone who has experienced the hurricane and I must say, stay strong, there is s whole life waiting for you and people who love you, don't give up, you are an amazing and beautiful human being who didn't deserve to experience this!

[@heidi375]

I’m so sorry you have to go through something like that. My step-brother is currently the only family I have over there (I moved to Miami only 3 months ago). I have yet to hear from him, but I’m staying hopeful! Please know that you and the island are in my prayers! Que Dios te bendiga, Boricua! Mantente fuerte!

[@Saucepv897]

Rita Moreno. From west side story is also in this. Wanted to point it out because the song references the musical itself by using lyrics from "Maria"

[@tamdale4954]

I have loved JLo for 20years and seeing Camila amongst her company and Gloria Estefan is swelling my heart beyond words. Latinx power coming through for their people 💪

[@tamdale4954]

Pia Escobar And what a 🔥🔥 it is

[@jskdndbfldmdld3571]

I love JLo

[@cesarprado2268]

Beautiful song. Mexico 🇲🇽 esta contigo Puerto Rico 🇵🇷

[@NovaQuinn_007]

And Puerto Rico with Mexico 😍😘

[@kevintorres9928]

Cesar Prado gracias y que Viva Mexico tambien.

[@ManuelGuzman067]

Cesar Prado si mexico y puerto rico unidos

[@jessicalee3546]

Cesar Prado Estamos con ustedes tambien. Que Dios te cuide.

[@luz1673]

Gloria and Ednita’s parts always make me tear up theyre so wonderful

[@Tinkers484]

I'm not even Puerto Rican and this gives me CHILLS and I'm near tears

[@anmarymichel]

weve been through alot.. but we stand strong always!!❤️🇵🇷

[@Tinkers484]

@@anmarymichel damn right you do! :)

[@SamxWorldo]

And it’s still happening because of the earthquakes and they’re still suffering from the hurricane😭😭 we can still get through this mi isla bella te amo Puerto Rico 🇵🇷

[@diamonddrp]

3:04 THAT PASSION ANTHONY SHOWS. MY GOD HOW BEAUTIFUL

[@thememegirl4145]

Ikr? XD

[@minyrar7107]

He is singing “viva Puerto Rico”

[@sharina5917]

Republica Dominicana is with our brothers and sisters in Puerto Rico! God bless your beautiful country!🇩🇴🇵🇷🇩🇴🇵🇷🇩🇴🇵🇷🇩🇴🇵🇷

[@aidasantiago464]

FriedWaffle I'm to🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷 PURTEO RICO TE AMO!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@anonymous-eb3yn]

🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴

[@mommygarcia9137]

Prayers to MEXICO & PUERTO RICO !!!! Latinos United !!!

[@ashleyfritch4872]

Mommy Garcia what about Houston And Florida are they not important

[@mommygarcia9137]

Ashleycrazybubbles girl don't get your panties in a bunch !! Yes they are important & I sent my best wishes along with a small donation !! A few days after it happened !!

[@HokageZebra]

Ashleycrazybubbles not really

[@crisp-y2478]

Ashleycrazybubbles I don’t know you ask me, cause the USA hasn’t been doing shit for Puerto Rico, but has been helping Houston and Florida. Don’t be a hypocrite cause these artists are supporting where THEY came from.

[@tucktuckcassady802]

ramen noodle PR was given special treatment compared to Florida and Texas. The military and FEMA responded more quickly to PR than to any other state or territory. It still took one or two days for the response to occur from Harvey down in Texas, so why is PR complaining? When trump said that they (PR) were throwing the budget a little off track, he wasn’t lying. Not only is the USNS Comfort coming down, after you guys had several large naval ships and dozens of helicopters answer the call, but it costs quite a bit to operate. PR is even lucky they are a US territory, or given their debt ($79 billion, a lot considering it’s a territory and their budget is fairly low), low economy status and other factors. So stfu, stop complaining, and you get what you get.

[@CorgiInc]

When you can only understand the worlds~ *"It's almost like praying"* *"Puerto Rico"* But you still love the song 😂💞

[@Dumb_slug12]

He’s naming every city in Puerto Rico, so it’s not necessarily in Spanish, it’s just the names like “San Lorenzo y San German, mi viejo San Juan” there’s not that many Spanish, just names

[@arielinwonderland2509]

#Lin2020 Lin has my vote. (I'm italian but I don't care...) LIN HAS MY VOTE

[@arielinwonderland2509]

· nik.hamilton · Sir, he knows what to do in a trench Ingenuitive and fluent in French, I mean *sorry I had to*

[@meowww.3]

LIN HAS BELIEVES TRUMP HAS NONE! #hamiltrash

[@alexac4293]

LIN FOR PRESIDENT

[@meowww.3]

LINNNNNNNNNPLZZZRUNFORPREZZZZ

[@kiiera]

IF YOU WERE TO ASK ME WHO I WOULD PROMOTE LIN-MANUEL HAS MY VOTE

[@batgirlrules2295]

LIN WHY DO YOU KEEP MAKING ME CRY WITH YOUR BRILLIANT MIND OML

[@komore]

batgirlrules2 same

[@runeehossain9647]

I don't understand the song, but despite the language barrier I love it either way because it's for a great cause and it's beautiful

[@incomments2864]

Runee Hossain they are listing the names of each town in Puerto Rico and adding beautiful lyrics to it while they rap.

[@cutiefacemcbeauty8399]

Jess In Comments It's still beautiful. People in PR can see that we're coming together to help them rebuild.

[@AnonYMouse-ky4sg]

Runee Hossain Most of it would be how it's said in English.

[@marynewton7162]

They are singing the names of the Puerto Rico towns trashed by the hurricane , done to the music from West Side Story / ' Maria' - " Say it soft & it's almost like praying" .

[@atoosas]

Runee Hossain It’s ok. Some music doesn’t require an understanding of language. I love Arabic music and some Turkish music, but I don’t understand a word of either language.

[@shadowcollins4589]

This may sound weird but i have never been so proud to be Puerto Rican 🇵🇷

[@vexthedrummer]

And I can’t believe they listed all the cities of Puerto Rico in one song

[@ManuelGuzman067]

Ava Cintron impressive with the rhyming

[@mklbln7639]

THATS WHAT THEY WERE DOING? I THOUGHT THEY WERE SAYING WORDS

[@danigquinte9473]

si pero no fue muy creativo btw yo soy boricua

[@SourDoe]

It’s impressive not because there are 78 but because the made the song rhyme (nací y crecí allí)

[@danigquinte9473]

No puedo creer q a la gente le guste esto yo soy boricua pero es taaaaaan malo no hay ni un canto de creatividad

[@OfficialBarstarzz]

Viva Puerto Rico!

[@marielocklear9386]

OfficialBarstarzz

[@thomasresendez6491]

#VivaPuertoRico

[@angelicaquinones1128]

OfficialBarstarzz pr se levanta

[@thomasresendez6491]

Y a gualmente mente

[@Silvergordikuki]

I can't stop crying. It's just so beautiful. My Island. My lovely strong ravaged lsland. Thank you Lin, thank you Atlantic.

[@Felixpotter187]

I’m Puerto Rican this song is so beautiful ❤❤🔥🔥🔥🇵🇷🇵🇷

[@yomi4643]

Pray for Puerto Rico & the beautiful people of Puerto Rico ❤

[@raulbaez2022]

yomi gracias por tu comentario

[@gothiqdollie7594]

Thank you alot im from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 we are ok!

[@anthonymartinez7844]

Magnificent video. Amazing words. Power to those who respect all races. Viva Puerto Rico. Coming back stronger than before.

[@duncan922]

Iván Vasílievich IV de Rusia fuck you

[@marynewton7162]

ivan has been ousted - if it returns , just boot it out again .

[@boredonasunday]

Click the 3 dots and click report. Then report it for what it violates.

[@anerd9308]

well said! ALZA LA BANDERA LA BANDERE PUERTORIQUEÑA!

[@jenniferpagels8940]

Journey

[@Poundz978]

BEAUTIFUL!! It's almost like ...crying

[@ceresmary206]

Indeed it had me in tears and chills. Thank you Lin-Marinda you have my heart.

[@plozado226]

Thank you Lin and everyone on this song. Powerful and beautiful. It's wonderful to be a boriqua. Guanica and the whole island 🏝 stay strong in these difficult times. WE LOVE YOU PUERTO RICO

[@avedepasoplata4574]

Poundz978 almost like dying

[@weareallinthis3668]

Latinos are too resilient !!! Stay strong Caribbean Island of Puerto Rico.

[@traciehines935]

Love the West Side Story reference Lin! And it fits perfectly because Maria was Peurto Rican. This song is amazing and I love seeing people come together to celebrate where there are from and help the people still on the island!

[@ameliar5050]

Sorry but what reference lol

[@Msalazar2011]

@@ameliar5050 the refrain “say it soft and it’s almost like praying” is taken directly from the song “Maria” from the musical “West Side Story.” It’s ingenious actually, because the musical is about people from Puerto Rico living in New York, and Maria is also the name of the hurricane that devastated the island.

Paraguay is with you, Puerto Rico. ¡Sean fuertes! No se rindan. ❤

[@1brickrow]

Thanks brother from the noble land of Paraguay

[@elvarivera4818]

Marcos G. Díaz Thank you, PUERTO RICO SE LEVANTA

[@jeremynoe8799]

[Lin-Manuel Miranda] Say it loud and there's music playing… Say it soft and it's almost like praying It's almost like praying It's almost like praying It's almost like praying It's almost like- [Luis Fonsi] Cabo Rojo, Corozal Naguabo, Guaynabo [Marc Anthony] San Lorenzo y San Germán San Sebastián, mi viejo San Juan [Camila Cabello, Anthony Ramos] Isabela, Maricao Fajardo, Dorado [Ednita Nazario, Gilberto Santa Rosa] Hormigueros, Humacao Luquillo, Hatillo [Ruben Blades, Juan Luis Guerra] Vega Alta, Vega Baja Toa Alta, Toa Baja, Mayagüez [Joell Ortiz, John Leguizamo, Lin-Manuel Miranda] Yes! [Ruben Blades, Juan Luis Guerra] Otra vez! [Joell Ortiz, John Leguizamo, Lin-Manuel Miranda] Yes! [Ruben Blades, Juan Luis Guerra] Aguadilla, Quebradillas Guayanilla, Juana Díaz Y Cayey, hey [Lin-Manuel Miranda] It's almost like praying It's almost like praying It's almost like praying [Ruben Blades, Jennifer Lopez] Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico… [Jennifer Lopez] Arecibo, Guánica Culebra, Las Piedras [Gilberto Santa Rosa] Orocovis, Guayama [Gilberto Santa Rosa, Rita Moreno] Gurabo, Maunabo [Ruben Blades, Dessa, Ana Villafañe] Aguas Buenas, Salinas Río Grande, Sabana Grande [Tommy Torres] Yabucoa, Florida [Jennifer Lopez, Gloria Estefan] Peñuelas, Santa Isabel [Pedro Capó, Tommy Torres] Naranjito, Barranquitas Carolina, Aibonito, Bayamón [Alex Lacamoire, Joell Ortiz, Lin-Manuel Miranda] Hey! [Pedro Capó, Tommy Torres] Rincón [Alex Lacamoire, Joell Ortiz, Lin-Manuel Miranda] Hey! [Pedro Capó, Tommy Torres] Barceloneta, Las Marías Comerío, Moca, Ponce, Manatí, Así [Lin-Manuel Miranda] It's almost like praying [Camila Cabello] Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico [Luis Fonsi] Boricua, Boricua, Puerto Rico [Fat Joe] Yo, Utuado, Aguada, Adjuntas y Caguas [PJ Sin Suela] Canóvanas, Cataño, Juncos y Lajas [Dessa] Jayuya, Villalba, Arroyo, te amo [Dessa, Fat Joe] La cueva de Camuy, los baños de Coamo [Gina Rodriguez] Trujillo Alto, Ceiba, Ciales La isla de Vieques, El grito de Lares [Joell Ortiz] Yauco [Gina Rodriguez] Cidra [Joell Ortiz] Añasco [Gina Rodriguez] Patillas [Joell Ortiz, Gina Rodriguez] Morovis, Loíza, lo hiciste [Marc Anthony, Luis Fonsi] Puerto Rico… [Dessa] Puerto Rico… [Juan Luis Guerra] Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico… [Ednita Nazario] Lai lo le lo le, le lo le lo lai… [Joell Ortiz] Puerto Rico! [Marc Anthony, Luis Fonsi] Puerto Rico… [Gilberto Santa Rosa] Puerto Rico, Borinquen Cien por treinta y cinco la isla completa Sí somos Boricua, ha, ahora que se sepa [Marc Anthony, Luis Fonsi] Puerto Rico… [Gloria Estefan] Puerto Rico [Rita Moreno] Así es [Gloria Estefan] Puerto Rico [Ruben Blades] Puerto Rico [Fat Joe] Puerto Rico! Ho! Ho! [Ruben Blades] Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico [Ednita Nazario] Tierra linda mía, yo te quiero [Camila Cabello] Oohhh [Marc Anthony, Luis Fonsi] Puerto Rico… [Lin-Manuel Miranda] And there's music, and there's music And there's music playing- [Camila Cabello] Puerto Rico [Marc Anthony] Ay, Puerto Rico, eh Mi Puerto Rico, ah [Anthony Ramos] Viva [Jennifer Lopez] Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico [Lin-Manuel Miranda] Say it soft and it's almost like praying

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Jeremy Noe Thanks you !

[@priincessary]

Jeremy Noe i knew Anthony was in this!

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Jeremy Noe Hey I'm trying to reach 20 subs and if u can sub ..ur the best and ur lit

[@PrincessDiacar]

Thank you Jeremy Noe, Great job!

[@musicalraven6078]

Love it

[@ladysagestrange6594]

I recognized so many people in this, even Lin's own father!! It's amazing! I see Anthony Ramos and John Leguizamo (Bruno!!)

[@snowwhitelua4789]

Rita moreno was also apart of it!!

[@kakalou3986]

When lin and Anthony hugged I cried... I miss the obc so much

[@Broadwayfan-rt6ip]

Ka Ka Lou SAME!😭😭😭😭

[@thememegirl4145]

SAME!

[@bigguy9001]

When do they hug

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