One of the most enduring and popular of the 'place name' songs. Andy Cummings, a respected and well-loved composer and musician, wrote this song while in Lansing, Michigan on tour with The Paradise Islands revue. 'It was a cold and foggy night in November 1938 and we were walking back to our hotel from the theatre. I thought of Waikiki with its rolling surf, warm sunshine, palm trees, and...'
Michi - I must have somehow missed this back when you posted it. I love this song, and how how wonderfully she sang this. And the hula is so great, as well. It never fails to give me chicken skin when I hear this mele.
Me ke aloha,
Auntie Wanda
wjc1952 2 years ago