Hush now, O beautiful little town
Your tears turned greens to brown
The raging monster left like a thief,
Leaving us immeasurable grief.
Hush now, there’s no one to blame
It’s not your fault, not our shame.
She’s still there naïve, perfect coned
Its might and splendor never conned.
Hush now, for the sun has shone
With hands fused, you’re not alone.
No more horror, face your fear
You’re stronger now, so dear.
Hush now, My beloved hometown
While you’re weak, faith so down.
Life goes on He’ll show us how
Devoid of bliss, it’s just for now.
Hush, hush, hush…
(*Daraga literally means "beautiful maiden" in Bikol dialect)
