Sir, I grew up houlie on Oahu in the 60's-70's. This song was a mainstream tourism. It wasnt until I began to lose loved ones that I began to appreciate the meaning of this song. Frankly, I never heard it in English until the internet but, I always understood the meaning. A cherished Beamer sang this song at my mom's funeral and I will never look at the song the same again. Next time you sing this song, think of a lost loved one and you will have tears and standing ovations all around.
@gstylinboi808 Mahalo nui, buddy. I appreciate the comment, and am humbled. We all start somewhere, and practice will indeed get you where you want to be. Just takes time, and patience. :)
Mahalo. I do indeed think of loved ones - both alive and lost - when playing this mele. Glad you enjoyed it.
SlackkeyHaole 3 months ago
Sir, I grew up houlie on Oahu in the 60's-70's. This song was a mainstream tourism. It wasnt until I began to lose loved ones that I began to appreciate the meaning of this song. Frankly, I never heard it in English until the internet but, I always understood the meaning. A cherished Beamer sang this song at my mom's funeral and I will never look at the song the same again. Next time you sing this song, think of a lost loved one and you will have tears and standing ovations all around.
kelroost 3 months ago
Awesome Job! I wish I played like that.
gstylinboi808 10 months ago
@gstylinboi808 Mahalo nui, buddy. I appreciate the comment, and am humbled. We all start somewhere, and practice will indeed get you where you want to be. Just takes time, and patience. :)
SlackkeyHaole 10 months ago
Very beautiful. Well-played and vocals are very good. This is one of the world's most beautiful mele.
Me ke aloha,
Auntie Wanda
wjc1952 1 year ago
@wjc1952 Auntie, thanks again for the compliment. I always loved Brother Iz's live version, but Ms. Leed's English lyrics are lovely as well.
SlackkeyHaole 1 year ago