Passion - Listen (Original)

In 2007, I went to Ghana in West Africa.

My life was changed ever since I met the people of Ghana. I realized that alot of us, especially in the States, take life forgranted. We are extremely blessed with abundance of food, resources, and choices.

Then I go to Ghana, and some of these villages don't have the right medicines, barely any food, and lack of many things. But what I've realized is that they have a joy inside that isn't fueled by materialism or anything of that sort. The more you have in life, the more u want, the less you need God in your life.
In Ghana, because they have soooo little, they rely and trust in God for their survival and health. FAITH. A strong faith.

I will forever be grateful for what they've taught me through their living and their lives. I wanna go back to Ghana one day and learn more and help more and put my faith in action. God is doing great things in the lives of people there!

-Jeremy

p.s- the pictures were taken in Ghana back in 07 by my camera as well as my good friend, Beth's camera.

"Listen"
written/composed by Jeremy "Passion" Manongdo
inspired by the children of the Mampang School of the Deaf and Blind
written for David Manongdo (my younger brother with meningitis. He is deaf and cannot speak, walk, or talk)

Mama, you shoulda seen me today
Conversations with our hands
and smiles on our faces
Silly pictures, kodak moments for when I need it the most
Cuz once I fly away
I know my heart will stay right here
And I hope it never fades away

The sound of silence
The smile of a blind girl when she touches my hair
And realized that I had tears of joy rolling down my face
All i can sing is

chorus:
La, la, la, la , la, la, la, la
No better way to say it then
La, la, la, la , la, la, la, la

Papa, see this is more than words can say
But you would've been so proud
18 is just a number, cuz I became a man today
I realize that, we're not alone in this circumstance, no.
See Love is the answer
and through this will God be glorified, be glorified

The sound of silence
And a picture of David in my pocket
Made it easier to understand
You've held them in Your hands all this time
All i can sing is

Da Na Si Da Na a si
Da unya me na si (it means Thank Him, Thank the Lord)

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[NanaNaz100]

Thank u for going to ma country n allowing GOD to use u there!! GOD BLESS U!:)

[emekablue]

i'm from ghana.

this made me smileee

love ya passion(:

[FernyBuckets]

Looks like you got a lot of comments and I'll add to it. Mine is more of a question; I'm from Mamfe and saw you worked at the Mampang School of the Deaf and Blind ...is that a typo meaning Mampong? If so, which organization did you go with and have you had a chance to return yet?

[aloyzkie34]

this man is a true filipino..... you are doin good bro.. keep other smile wd your voice... Goodbless

[MzCutez1]

You went to my country? :O oh how I miss Ghana. but amazing song. :')

[brianxgarcia]

I've been dying to be able to do something like this. Idk how to start though. Wont let it stop me, I'll find a way. Amazing song!

[gemaima24]

great voice,nice face..and a good heart too?...oh man!your so hhmmm..hahha cant find a word to describe you!you're so great!oh by the way,may i know your nationality?are you a Filipino? ;)

[ashatay]

wooooooooooooooooow im happy u saw the beauty in my country x such a lovely song, very touchin, and ur twi was on point lol xx

[ladiiEnikii]

Your an PHENOMENAL human BEING. :)

[Bambay1125]

I remember the first time I saw this video and next thing you know it, I had tears running down my cheeks. Few days ago I introduced it to my friend and this song brought tears to her face. You are truly my inspiration. I have dreamed to go to another country and give back the way you did. This song/video keeps me encouraged and hope that one day I will be able to experience what you did.

[nhera3]

"...For when I am weak, then i am strong." 2 Corinthians 12:10

the people of Ghana exemplified this verse. the circumstances they are facing is making them STRONGER by FAITH.