Amazonian music is also joining in the expressions of affection surrounding Pope Leo XIV’s visit to Peru. The iconic group Juaneco y su Combo has presented "Welcome to Pope Leo XIV" ("Bienvenida al Papa León XIV"), a song dedicated to the Holy Father on the occasion of his arrival in Pucallpa, the capital of the Ucayali region.
The track captures the sentiments of the local inhabitants, who await the pontiff with displays of faith, joy, and hope. Through its lyrics, the group highlights the unity of the people and conveys a message of love, fraternity, and peace.
"Beloved Pucallpa, blessed land; the people come together to offer a welcome," goes one of the verses in the composition, which also includes a prayer for the well-being of all, and for peace and love to prevail throughout society.
Staying true to their musical identity, Juaneco y su Combo have crafted a piece that bridges the traditional sounds of the Amazon with an event of great significance to the people of Ucayali.
The song bears the unmistakable signature of a group that is deeply woven into the musical heritage of this region. Juan Pezo, the group’s musical director, noted that they are extremely excited about the Holy Father’s visit, and have therefore sought to contribute a message of reconciliation and peace through music.
"This music was created, above all, to welcome the Pope, who is traveling throughout South America. The message is one of returning to reconciliation among peoples—that we may be brothers and sisters and convey a message of love, just as the Holy Father does," Pezo told TV Perú.
The music video for "Welcome to Pope Leo XIV" was produced by Interactiva Music and is now available on their YouTube channel.
Pope Leo XIV’s visit to Pucallpa includes a meeting with missionaries and representatives of Amazonian peoples at the Malecón Puerto Callao, where he will deliver an address.
Afterward, the Holy Father will preside over a Mass at the Ucayali Regional Sports Complex, where he will deliver a homily.
Song: "Welcome to Pope Leo XIV"
Beloved Pucallpa, blessed land—peoples come together to offer a welcome, for the Pope arrives, bringing a message of love and hope to our society.
Together, we pray for our brothers and sisters; may there be peace and love, for through your kindness, you illuminate the life of our Lord, our Heavenly Father.
Hear my song, hear my voice—I sing it to you from the bottom of my heart.
My dear Father in heaven, I ask you on bended knee: please, listen to my song.
Hear my song, hear my voice—I sing it to you from the bottom of my heart.
My dear Father in heaven, I ask you on bended knee: please, listen to my song.
(repeat)
Hear my song, hear my voice—I sing it to you from the bottom of my heart.
My dear Father in heaven, I ask you on bended knee: please, listen to my song.
Hear my song, hear my voice—I sing it to you from the bottom of my heart. My dear Father, who art in heaven, I ask You on bended knee: hear my song.
This is dedicated to You by Juaneco y su Combo—an Amazonian identity.
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Published: 11/15/2026