Wedding Haka - Subtitled & translated

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  • Wedding Haka - Tika Tonu - Waimarama Putara c.1915
    Leader: Tika tonu!
    Everyone: U - e!
    Leader: Tika tonu!
    Everyone: U... e!
    Tika tonu atu ki a koe, e tama Hiki nei koe aku whakaaro, pakia!
    He hiki aha to hiki?
    He hiki roa to hiki?
    I a ha hā!
    E tama, te uaua ana
    E tama, te mārō
    Roa ina hoki ra
    Te tohe o te uaua na
    E tāu nei.
    Āna! Āna! Āna! Aue... Hī!
    Leader: (What is right is always right!)
    Everyone: (In - deed! )
    Leader: (What is right is always right!)
    Everyone: (Ah... yes! )
    (Be true to yourself, my son!)
    (My concerns have been raised about you, so pay attention!....)
    (What is this problem you are carrying?)
    (How long have you been carrying it for?)
    (Have you got that? Right, let's go on.)
    (So son, although it may be difficult for you )
    (and son, although it seems to be unyielding )
    (no matter how long you reflect on it )
    (the answer to the problem )
    (is here inside you.)
    (Indeed! Indeed! Indeed! Yes, indeed!)
    Origin:
    As far as is known, this haka was composed by Waimarama Puhara, a highly respected chief of the central Hawkes Bay area. Waimarama was born at Paki Paki in about 1875, the son of Urupene Puhara and Marata Herea, and he married Ngahiti Rautu in about 1900.
    Apparently he composed the haka in about 1914 as a message to his son Moana, who had been born in about 1899 and had been attending St Patrick's College, Silverstream. At the time Waimarama could see his son was having difficulties - something like a chip on his shoulder or some other intangible problem.
    Moana married Ngawini Cowan (Kawana) at Gladstone, near Masterton in January 1922. But tragically, he died only five months later.
    Usage:
    Young people are taught this haka as it contains an appropriate message for many adolescent males, particularly at that point in their lives where they are making the difficult transition into adulthood. The message of this haka is of challenge, struggle, perseverance and achievement. It is often used at events such as 21st birthdays and graduations. It is also used at tangi, to pay homage and respect to those who have guided young people through difficult times.
    Original Video: • Awesome HAKA at a wedd...
    Source: www.folksong.or...
    I do not own this video. I shortened it, added subtitles and translated it.

Komentáře • 3,2K

  • @hmgrffn19
    @hmgrffn19 Před 8 lety +11914

    I wish I lived in a culture where friends did this for one another and it was understood by all. Truly beautiful and meaningful..

    • @cherpylatina
      @cherpylatina Před 8 lety +174

      friends are the Family you chose. its never to late.

    • @ionacourtenay1988
      @ionacourtenay1988 Před 7 lety +79

      I live in a family like this one, even bigger, my spiritual family. Just ask from the heart and they will come

    • @Deanyomac
      @Deanyomac Před 7 lety +27

      Hector Griffin looks crazy but it's crazy I'd love to be apart of

    • @6angels451
      @6angels451 Před 7 lety +11

      Hector Griffin me too i wish i lived this lifestyle

    • @kinasandwich7624
      @kinasandwich7624 Před 7 lety +4

      Hector Griffin you might want to check out Epapa by Fiji concert in NZ

  • @monstercookiez11
    @monstercookiez11 Před 3 lety +2088

    As somebody who is not Samoan/Maori by blood I highly respect this tradition. Everytime I watch a Haka peformed I get chills through my skin. You don't have to understand the language, It's enough when your soul understands it. I hope this ritual stays alive!

    • @littleme3597
      @littleme3597 Před 2 lety +5

      It is a WAR.....DANCE. WAR.

    • @brandondavis8584
      @brandondavis8584 Před 2 lety +1

      And when your soul doesn’t understand it because you don’t understand what they’re saying or what are you doing and you’re laughing the hell out of those people who are making a fucking fool of themselves? What about that? I’m American by the way in case that wasn’t obvious enough.

    • @mushyroomLXIX
      @mushyroomLXIX Před 2 lety +50

      @@brandondavis8584 Then you move on because obviously you don’t connect with it, and that’s okay! No need to be disrespectful :) You will make a fool out of yourself by speaking that way about something you don’t understand.

    • @brandondavis8584
      @brandondavis8584 Před 2 lety

      @@mushyroomLXIX I have every right to speak about things I don’t understand. Don’t bother trying. because nothing will silence me.

    • @Jimgress
      @Jimgress Před 2 lety +50

      ​@@brandondavis8584 "because nothing will silence how ignorant and dismissive of things that are different than what I know"
      Well said. Peak American. Loud and incapable of hearing anyone above themselves.

  • @vinniel6756
    @vinniel6756 Před 4 lety +4520

    I started tearing up when the bride joined in. truly beautiful

    • @jacquelineholts4801
      @jacquelineholts4801 Před 4 lety +35

      Me too. Every time.

    • @jahdagod5563
      @jahdagod5563 Před 4 lety +6

      WOW...I DID TOO!!!

    • @ApparentlyMe
      @ApparentlyMe Před 4 lety +69

      I was thinking if it was weird that it made me emotional, and it wasn't even the bride. It's just so much intense emotion that it brought tears to my eyes.

    • @lindaperrin4756
      @lindaperrin4756 Před 4 lety +22

      Really? C'mon she looked crazy ! They all did. Be honest people. 😳

    • @ApparentlyMe
      @ApparentlyMe Před 4 lety +100

      @@lindaperrin4756 Found the xeno/neophobe

  • @lilbluemandowatchesstuff9612
    @lilbluemandowatchesstuff9612 Před 8 lety +2937

    That moment the groom takes his jacket off, and when both him and his bride join in, it gives me chills :3

    • @whatsinthebox5504
      @whatsinthebox5504 Před 6 lety +120

      That's when I lose it. He's joining her family and there sharing all this power and energy, it resonates through all of them. I wish them a long and happy life together

    • @jonseykingi7637
      @jonseykingi7637 Před 6 lety +104

      Rob, the groom actually has more Maori in him, than she does. His brother is the guy leading the haka

    • @whatsinthebox5504
      @whatsinthebox5504 Před 6 lety +14

      Thank you for filling me in.. I never would have guessed. It's still an amazing event. I love it.

    • @rachele.3229
      @rachele.3229 Před 5 lety +2

      @@jonseykingi7637 the man with the spear?

    • @kaddy2
      @kaddy2 Před 5 lety +15

      @@rachele.3229 its the man with the tag thing on his tie

  • @camiloiribarren1450
    @camiloiribarren1450 Před 8 lety +2886

    I appreciate the translation and it is true what the chant says, "no matter how much you reflect on it, the answer is within you"

    • @shizukagozen777
      @shizukagozen777 Před 6 lety +9

      Wonderful. :')

    • @humanbean1424
      @humanbean1424 Před 6 lety +11

      Camilo Iribarren Unless its a complicated math problem, than you better break out the calculator.

    • @SpinningSidekick
      @SpinningSidekick Před 6 lety +9

      "Who's the master?"
      "I am"

    • @FindingLights
      @FindingLights Před 5 lety +1

      @@SpinningSidekick shonuff lol

    • @garealemcgill6967
      @garealemcgill6967 Před 3 lety +3

      @@FindingLights Leroy is Bruce Lee Leroy and he got the glow ✨ 👏 #The Last Dragon🐉

  • @sweetbeeluvera1450
    @sweetbeeluvera1450 Před 4 lety +2314

    Who else gets emotional when seeing the haka performed?

    • @sweetbeeluvera1450
      @sweetbeeluvera1450 Před 4 lety +20

      @@dshew89d10 if you don't understand the culture please be nice with your comments! it's just shows how passionate she is for whatever she is saying while doing the haka

    • @leemackay8545
      @leemackay8545 Před 4 lety +38

      makes me bawl everysingle time, its a beautiful thing

    • @leemackay8545
      @leemackay8545 Před 4 lety

      @@dshew89d10 weak response from u, a weak man

    • @xbjrrtc
      @xbjrrtc Před 4 lety +8

      I cried a little

    • @gabrieldiozannie5147
      @gabrieldiozannie5147 Před 4 lety +7

      I cried seeing this video

  • @bailong329
    @bailong329 Před 8 lety +1811

    I will be honest the first time I saw this I thought the family was warning the groom not to mess around. Now that I see the translation I can see what makes it beautiful. Its like listening to fatherly advice about life. I am honored to have viewed this video. From a Cherokee to the Maori S'gi (Thank you). I hope I get a chance to go to New Zealand and learn how to do a Haka.

    • @kodathomas3897
      @kodathomas3897 Před 8 lety +6

      true bro you should go learn the haka

    • @monjier
      @monjier Před 8 lety +20

      Cheers. I also hope one day to experience your amazing culture, also. :)

    • @135Zeus
      @135Zeus Před 8 lety +9

      I saw some videos online that tell you how to do it. Apparently some kids in New Zealand learn it when they are in Kindergarten

    • @135Zeus
      @135Zeus Před 8 lety +48

      This one was written in the early 1900's from a Maori Chief to his son who was off at college and not feelling well (maybe homesick). The Kamate haka is the one performed by the All Blacks and written in the 1800's. I think there are a many different hakas.

    • @monjier
      @monjier Před 8 lety +51

      135Zeus a lot of maori families even have their own haka. at my high school there were different haka for each respective house. I was in grey house and we had our own haka, different to the other 3 houses

  • @davehazeldene4091
    @davehazeldene4091 Před 4 lety +3446

    This guy better not cheat on his wife because if he does he’s going to b in a whole world of pain 😱

  • @moonmoth2270
    @moonmoth2270 Před 4 lety +775

    1:16 The pure emotion in her face is everything.

    • @J14702
      @J14702 Před rokem +17

      It's beautiful because that's the men in her family accepting her new husband.

  • @daprince301
    @daprince301 Před 4 lety +775

    Not even gonna lie. I’ve been confused and going through a serious hardship and when I read the subtitles it brought tears to my eyes. Beautiful.

    • @Tony-hh3yc
      @Tony-hh3yc Před 4 lety +2

      I agree

    • @GreenZime
      @GreenZime Před 4 lety +6

      Kia kaha man, stay strong.

    • @ibnmianal-buna3176
      @ibnmianal-buna3176 Před 2 lety +1

      Salaam Alaikum Bro, keep fighting

    • @PuzzlingPrince
      @PuzzlingPrince Před rokem +7

      Same here man… I’ve seen it without subtitles and it was incredible, but with them? It really hit home. I know you posted this a long time ago, but I hope you’re doing better! Sending good energy.

    • @manunascimxnto
      @manunascimxnto Před rokem

      im going through the same

  • @jonhon
    @jonhon Před 4 lety +2729

    Yelling in unison with a bunch of other people must be therapeutic.

    • @cefrinaldi8060
      @cefrinaldi8060 Před 4 lety +54

      Cathartic at least.

    • @jonhon
      @jonhon Před 4 lety +86

      @@young_homie4292 Yes! I just thought, in addition to the traditional aspect, the act itself is spiritually fulfilling. There's a great sense of community, presently and ancestrally.

    • @Przepoczwarzenie
      @Przepoczwarzenie Před 4 lety +7

      Yeah, why we don't do that?

    • @runninginsept
      @runninginsept Před 4 lety +48

      I'm not a pacific islander and I've been fairly westernised such that English has become my first language. But my ethnic culture has an artform of choral singing and rhythmic clapping, which I used to participate in when I was younger.
      There's nothing like singing, clapping and drumming - loudly, in a group - to the same beat, shouting the same words and echoing the same intent. Everyone knows the story we're telling, and the music we're making.
      It's in those instances when you feel most at one with yourself, in tune with your people, and the least alone. Very therapeutic and very emotional ❤️🙏🏽😊

    • @n0wsinn
      @n0wsinn Před 4 lety +3

      @@runninginsept are you tuvaluan?

  • @erruhh
    @erruhh Před 4 lety +419

    I cried watching this video without the translation and now I’m sobbing seeing what they’re saying. How beautiful is this culture.

    • @SeaJayAudit
      @SeaJayAudit Před rokem +6

      You're tapping into deep ancestral energies.
      The ancient souls feel it at the innermost core of their being.

  • @ashcroitt7982
    @ashcroitt7982 Před 4 lety +1021

    So on another episode of "why is this in my recommended but I enjoyed it anyways"

  • @professorfinesser4322
    @professorfinesser4322 Před 7 lety +477

    the lyrics are so gentle even though its delivery is strong

  • @tammyl1646
    @tammyl1646 Před 4 lety +180

    It's almost like the spirits of the ancients are with them. Chills on my arms!

    • @haylesholistictouch
      @haylesholistictouch Před 2 lety +10

      I feel that too. Ancestral energy. Chills and weird emotions I've never felt before. Intensity that's beautiful and ancient.

    • @georgewilliamsiii4677
      @georgewilliamsiii4677 Před 10 měsíci +2

      Every beat of their chest and legs and everytime they help a neighbor. The ancestors are with us in how we live in this life.

  • @needfood4279
    @needfood4279 Před 7 lety +1975

    Im not one to cry fast, but i spilled 2 or 3 tears watching this. the lyrics are so beautiful and the raw emotion the haka conveys makes me feel so strong. i was so touched by this, i always get so hyped when i watch sports teams haka. You New Zealanders are so lucky, what a culture blast.

    • @ThisSilentG
      @ThisSilentG Před 6 lety +1

      oof idk south america, parts of china and us, and actually there are alot of countries that give it a run for its money

    • @ariefnafly8062
      @ariefnafly8062 Před 6 lety

      Same

    • @CJPDX
      @CJPDX Před 6 lety +3

      Hektor Nullvier I had the same response, it's truly beautiful and so meaningful.

    • @diversifiedplural6294
      @diversifiedplural6294 Před 6 lety +6

      Hektor Nullvier me too. Knowing the translation made it even more tearjerking than the first time I saw it

    • @IHateHandleNames
      @IHateHandleNames Před 6 lety +15

      Same, plus there's something about warrior cultures that really resonates with me. I can't explain it, but being a fighting-obsessed lunatic myself I find those expressions of unbridled warrior spirit very moving.

  • @johncelcius2976
    @johncelcius2976 Před 4 lety +346

    Why am I watching this before going to bed... now I'm so freaking pumped up i won't fall asleep untill next friday!

  • @darrengreen6341
    @darrengreen6341 Před rokem +15

    Im Celtic origin. I love the passion its very raw and natural. Celtic ways are almost lost. I will alwas try to keep your ways going. I speak english welsh and some cornish. Now i will learn your language to Pass on too. Xxx very great vidio

    • @SeaJayAudit
      @SeaJayAudit Před 6 měsíci +1

      Wales has some of the oldest souls on the planet. Glad to have found another one! Iechyd Da

  • @camille9632
    @camille9632 Před 8 lety +1192

    This is deep. Beautiful and well done. I'd seriously be crying my eyes out. It's incredibly overwhelming. She is truly surrounded by love.

    • @woodyblu3636
      @woodyblu3636 Před 8 lety

      ill do u a haka all in lols

    • @adelecanning5278
      @adelecanning5278 Před 7 lety +1

      Camille Acevedo I did cry my eyes out.. awesome. it puts shivers down the spine

    • @Pickwow
      @Pickwow Před 7 lety

      Can someone explain what this is? I want to know

    • @adelecanning5278
      @adelecanning5278 Před 7 lety

      The haka!!! I think it's a war dance from new Zealand or Australia

    • @MrCinghialotto
      @MrCinghialotto Před 7 lety +4

      i was just thinking the same thing, tears flow down of my eyes...it's so touching ...

  • @alienlickwid
    @alienlickwid Před 7 lety +219

    Such a visceral expression of what it is to be human. I'm quite ignorant on this subject, but it seems that he Maori people have managed to stay true to their culture and yet not exclude others from it. As a as rugby player (growing up in Ireland) I always looked forward to seeing the All Blacks play just to see the Haka. It's fantastic to see it in this context. Puts a lump in my throat every time I watch it and I hope the young couple are very happy together for the rest of their days.

    • @mikaylabansie9512
      @mikaylabansie9512 Před 5 lety +5

      @ako tairi
      as an immigrant in Canada, your history gives me hope that our government will make proper amends with my Indigenous bros& sisters. Ty for sharing your truths 🙂

  • @emmasingle757
    @emmasingle757 Před 4 lety +59

    I am not Maori, but hearing this gave me a deep sense of understanding with the meaning of a haka, and what it means to them. Gave me goosebumps and my mouth was wide open till the end.

  • @ckvlzlvxch
    @ckvlzlvxch Před 7 lety +909

    There's something about this that just makes me weep. Maybe, it's the raw emotion that the haka conveys so well. Maybe, it's the spirit of unity and brotherhood. Maybe, it's the occasion - a celebration of love. Maybe, it's the image created in my mind of a whole lifetime of happiness with these people supporting the couple the whole way through. Maybe, it's the way the groom and bride join in too. Maybe, it's the beautiful, inspiring lyrics. Maybe, it's the enlightenment on the beauty of Maori culture. Maybe, it's all these things rolled up into one. Still, I cry.

    • @andreivisinoiu6449
      @andreivisinoiu6449 Před 7 lety +10

      ana, ana, aue HI!!

    • @iqbalsinghsangha9410
      @iqbalsinghsangha9410 Před 7 lety +2

      Wuhoo i agree with u.

    • @jhtb2794
      @jhtb2794 Před 7 lety +25

      The haka is full of "mana" - the energy from one's soul and that is what is directly effecting you. It's performed under utmost respect and acts kind of like a vow that you will be truthful with your words and that you are proud in the occasion. These men are giving every ounce of their being. It has a resonant effect on anybody who bares witness, not just those who it's intended for.

    • @kamilive1254
      @kamilive1254 Před 7 lety +20

      Same here! It touches my soul, something hidden deep...So powerful!

    • @MrDobrano
      @MrDobrano Před 7 lety +2

      Haka is called a Dance War

  • @Iprsmrk
    @Iprsmrk Před 6 lety +111

    I am so jealous...not only was it beautiful, it makes me long for my own culture that is lost. What a lovely tribute to the bride and groom.

  • @whitegirlsaremykryptonite5779

    When your girlfriend invites you over for dinner and you find out she has 7 brothers and 10 male cousins.

    • @putihpink2336
      @putihpink2336 Před 4 lety +13

      I laugh so much reading this...remembering last night i brought my boyfriend over for my dad's birthday. I have a very small dad with stern face... 1 martial artist brother that own dojos (he's very famous for having pupils around the world, that even his pupils became famous masters too), 1 huge 189cm 160kg brother that looks like a gangster with tatts all over his body, 1 very handsome brother that's arrogant af... mom died early and it's only us. When i brought my bf over my house is packed with my dad, brothers, 2 uncle, and 4 scary looking male cousins... maybe this is what he feels when he entered my house 😂😂😂

    • @whitegirlsaremykryptonite5779
      @whitegirlsaremykryptonite5779 Před 4 lety +11

      putih pink yea he was nervous af! Trust me!!! You didn’t notice but you’re boyfriend was sweating like a fountain 😂😂😂😂

    • @leboangmlandu6425
      @leboangmlandu6425 Před 3 lety +1

      @@whitegirlsaremykryptonite5779 yesss sirr 🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @cindydzolani8050
      @cindydzolani8050 Před 3 lety +4

      "and the couple lived for another seventy years in marital bliss, because of the things the husband witnessed that night..."

    • @Dang3rMouSe
      @Dang3rMouSe Před 3 lety +7

      Back when I was young & dating I met many families, fathers, brothers & cousins. But one I will NEVER forget...
      I came to pick her up & instantly became nervous as hell. This man, her father, unbeknownst to me was a Navy Seal (back b4 they became well known) & was there hanging out drinking w/ some of his team members watching a game. He & his buddies were tattooed up, built like a brick shit houses men among men. I had dealt w/ a few overly aggressive fathers b4 but this was different.
      He approached me, looked me square in the eyes, smiled & firmly shook my hand as we introduced ourselves to each other. He put his hand on my shoulder & guided me into an adjacent room where we were alone. He looked straight into my eyes & said "I can tell you're a good kid so there is one thing you must know. I love my daughter. As long as she comes home happy, I'm happy. I know I can trust you with this."
      I said "yes sir" & he proceeded to pull out money to hand it to me. I told him there was no need as I was working full time while a senior in HS & that I had plenty to cover for the 2 of us. He said "no son, take it & make sure she has a wonderful evening," so I did.
      I was so taken back & impressed with his incredible presence, his love for his daughter, his personal confidence & the confidence & trust he had in me that I made it my duty to ensure she had the greatest evening of her night & that I was the best gentleman I could be. At one point during dinner she jokingly asked if I'd rather date her father cause I started telling her that she had the coolest most amazing dad I've ever met, lol.
      He left such an impression on me that I swore to myself I'll emulate him once I became a father & if I had a daughter I'd take the same approach.
      And here I am now w/ a daughter who's almost a teenager...🙂

  • @Anonymous--Troll
    @Anonymous--Troll Před 4 lety +3011

    My shift before we open up McDonald’s

    • @keychain3039
      @keychain3039 Před 4 lety +36

      Truly an underrated comment😂

    • @realfresh8524
      @realfresh8524 Před 4 lety +7

      Nice doggo

    • @christopher8576
      @christopher8576 Před 4 lety +8

      hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahhaahaha.

    • @ViceVersace
      @ViceVersace Před 4 lety +18

      The costumers of McDonald's after they had their lunch

    • @supreme2544
      @supreme2544 Před 4 lety +2

      HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA

  • @kjw51687
    @kjw51687 Před 4 lety +289

    I'm sorry every time I see this in my feed, I have to click on, and every time it sends chills down my spine this is absolutely awesome.

  • @m.dawoodtopala9293
    @m.dawoodtopala9293 Před 4 lety +42

    Subtitles: the answer is in ur heart, son
    Performance: let's invade the world, son

  • @negrodamus67
    @negrodamus67 Před 4 lety +174

    Seeing the translation makes this even more heartfelt

  • @4teemarie
    @4teemarie Před 8 lety +181

    My grandson was watching a cartoon about Haka dance, so I remembered this video and showed him and now he wants to visit New Zealand. This is so emotional, when I first watched it I cried, it's so beautiful and spiritual. I teared up when I played it for my grandson.

    • @monjier
      @monjier Před 8 lety +4

      it's amazing how one can feel so emotional about a haka even though the words may not be understood. When you perform a haka to its fullest extent it makes you want to cry because you are releasing great amounts of emotion. You can feel anger, sadness and happiness all at the same time. It's quite amazing.

    • @catk1490
      @catk1490 Před 8 lety +1

      Kia ora! Start saving and we will see you soon!

    • @4teemarie
      @4teemarie Před 8 lety

      +Cat K Yes 😊

    • @4teemarie
      @4teemarie Před 8 lety

      +Trance Kowhai yes when I first seen it I was feel with emotions.

    • @Randyke51
      @Randyke51 Před 8 lety +2

      I cried too, it's so beautiful

  • @marlkalone7361
    @marlkalone7361 Před 4 lety +231

    (Cheats on his wife)
    "Why do I suddenly hear people chanting outside?"

  • @christiandevera9832
    @christiandevera9832 Před 8 lety +577

    Their ancestors must be proud !

    • @hopehall7211
      @hopehall7211 Před 6 lety +19

      one two ummm this a traditional chant they do for weddings in that culture too. Sighhh just ignorance...

    • @hamish6109
      @hamish6109 Před 6 lety +21

      Haka is not just a war cry. From Te Ara: The Encyclopedia of New Zealand :
      "Contrary to popular belief, haka is not only a war dance. There are many different types of haka, each appropriate for a different occasion. According to haka and Māori-language expert Tīmoti Kāretu, the haka provides a platform for its composer to ‘vent his spleen, to sing someone’s praises, to welcome his guests, to open a new meeting house or dining hall, to pay his respects to the dead, to honour his ancestors, to teach his traditions to the succeeding generations.’1 What each of these variants has in common is the mauri (life force) that permeates every aspect of the art. Haka draws on the performers’ spirits as well as their thoughts"

    • @ryan.s3992
      @ryan.s3992 Před 6 lety +3

      one two it is a wedding thing also

    • @navimana
      @navimana Před 6 lety +2

      one two Haka are not only meant for wars, they can be meant for many different occasions, weddings included. Hõha much

    • @jovanhensverg7701
      @jovanhensverg7701 Před 6 lety

      Great response! :)

  • @Mystakaphoros
    @Mystakaphoros Před 5 lety +118

    this is so goddamned wholesome, I love it
    like for the aesthetic to be so scary and for the words to be so kind
    thank you, the Maori people, for teaching us all something beautiful

  • @Quantum36911
    @Quantum36911 Před 4 lety +14

    When the bride started crying I lost it. I get chills every time I see the haka, but this just made me cry with so much respect at the honor and pride of the Maori people. Most beautiful expression of being alive, what it means to be human.

  • @VileBill3
    @VileBill3 Před 7 lety +19

    I had no idea that the chant was so deep. I had always thought it was a simple presentation of strength or ferocity. But seeing what is actually being chanted was really powerful. That was deeply moving.

  • @livewithvigor488
    @livewithvigor488 Před 4 lety +36

    I re-watch this every couple of months. gives me chills EVERY time.

  • @gam4616
    @gam4616 Před 4 lety +27

    I can’t stop watching 1:20 her expression she looked sad and happy at the same time lol

  • @nicolosalvadoretti2095
    @nicolosalvadoretti2095 Před 6 lety +79

    Beautiful. The answer is in you , in your body. Full of deep spiritual meaning. Great expression of power and truth . It made me cry

  • @kinglouie1545
    @kinglouie1545 Před 4 lety +101

    That groom will never disrespect his lady in any shape or form after seeing all of this

    • @sixer5136
      @sixer5136 Před 4 lety +2

      Haha says who you shut up to u simp

    • @AshTheGamerIsAwesome
      @AshTheGamerIsAwesome Před 4 lety +1

      six er L

    • @zoazede2098
      @zoazede2098 Před 3 lety +2

      Actually, the groom and his family are very Maori, and they did and prepare the haka, the bride herself said that he's more Maori than her XDDDD

  • @khairkhalid6198
    @khairkhalid6198 Před 3 lety +8

    I got married recently and decided to revisit this video. It's the thing I need to bring my spirit to fulfill my deed as a husband. Haka is a good spirit bringer. I wished I had this at my ceremony. Thank you, New Zealand.
    Love from Malaysia.

    • @RS54321
      @RS54321 Před 9 měsíci

      What spirits is it bringing?

  • @anaquot
    @anaquot Před 7 lety +122

    I recognize the emotions in that woman's face. It's the same emotions I feel when I listen to the drumming and singing of Anishinaabe peoples.
    It's the connection to our land and ancestors and relatives

    • @frybreadndizhnikaaz3314
      @frybreadndizhnikaaz3314 Před 5 lety

      i know my parents were maried traditionally it was beautiful and i think of it often

    • @chrisnewby5713
      @chrisnewby5713 Před 4 lety

      Fuck off, you were conquered

    • @yungsloth420
      @yungsloth420 Před 4 lety +4

      La flama Blanca fuck off, you’re a hater on the internet

    • @cgonthebeat3741
      @cgonthebeat3741 Před 4 lety

      @@chrisnewby5713 Almost everyone has been conquered at some point. If you're not Ethiopian or Thai please shut the fuck up.

    • @bendover2684
      @bendover2684 Před 4 lety

      You are all racist

  • @guitartrumpetflute
    @guitartrumpetflute Před 4 lety +34

    I went to Rotorua a few years ago and I was amazed at the Maori culture. I love how it is still so alive and people are so proud

  • @herher733
    @herher733 Před 4 lety +41

    THE ANCESTORS SPEAK💛....

  • @pugzlea
    @pugzlea Před 7 lety +10

    I have probably watched this video 100 times or more. The emotion, the message and the beautiful culture is absolutely overwhelming in a mighty way. I could only have wished to be born of such a beautiful and loving and moving place like this. I'm more and more amazed everytime I watch this... SO POWERFUL...

  • @leticiatech
    @leticiatech Před 8 lety +33

    Wow... I've been watching the video of the wedding without translation over and over because I just love to watch it for some reason..
    And now, knowing what they are actually saying.. It's amazing.
    It seriously touches my heart in a weird but yet real way

  • @KingOfTheBeyond23
    @KingOfTheBeyond23 Před 4 lety +6

    I'm Argentinean and I always get adrenaline rush when I see this, being in sport matches or just beautiful events like this. Amazing and truly admirable.

  • @denisepratt6364
    @denisepratt6364 Před 7 lety +14

    There is a movie called WHALE RIDER that is fantastic. One of the young ones in the front (cheek puffer) looks like one of the actors from it. Love to hear these people are keeping the traditions alive.

  • @chipots3507
    @chipots3507 Před 8 lety +31

    to tell you the truth I don't actually know what HAKA means until this video appeared on msn Australia page. I clicked on it cuz I was bored. it was only a 4 minute video yet I cried like a baby. I didn't understand what they said and I really had no idea what this dance meant. But I cried anyway. their passion made this dance so beautiful.

  • @beverlyada
    @beverlyada Před 4 lety +11

    Every time, every time. I always end up crying when watching a Haka dance performance. It's just something about it and to see the subtitles, just beautiful! This was a good cry, much needed. Blessings!

  • @laurapepe8341
    @laurapepe8341 Před 7 lety +7

    I never understood what they were saying until now but even before then you can feel the raw emotion coming off everyone in that room. Something about the way those words sound, even without knowing what they meant, always still drew tears in my eyes because of the sincerity, the genuine care they have for these two, is beyond the comprehension of language. It was speaking to something more valuable than just understanding a language, it was speaking to something pure in the essence of humanity. Thank you for sharing this with the world.

    • @kinasandwich7624
      @kinasandwich7624 Před 6 lety

      Laura Burgos Wow that was Beautifully accurate and well said.

    • @kinasandwich7624
      @kinasandwich7624 Před 6 lety

      Look for "The Maori Gods book one". It maybe a myth to some, but to myself and most Maori it is our Whakapapa ( Genealogy ).

  • @Amadeo78
    @Amadeo78 Před 8 lety +30

    This is one of the greatest things I've ever seen...before I even saw a translation.

  • @diyingangel
    @diyingangel Před 4 lety +11

    Anybody with this tradition in their family, let's get married ;) honestly this is beautiful, and my understanding of this tradition is limited but you can feel by looking at the people performing it that its emotional and powerful. Truly beautiful.

  • @roguex9469
    @roguex9469 Před 7 lety +5

    Doesn't matter how many times I watch it, it still gives me shivers in a very good way. This is truly unbelievable.

  • @MillennialPanic
    @MillennialPanic Před 7 lety +12

    Coming from a different culture I can't fully understand the Haka but I find it inspiring and it brings tears to my eyes.

  • @bladerees5919
    @bladerees5919 Před 4 lety +24

    I wish my culture wasn’t shamed in the family. Maybe then I would’ve had some more knowledge in my Māori culture. Instead my English side decided to hide it. My ancestors would be happy to know the culture lives on

    • @zoazede2098
      @zoazede2098 Před 3 lety +1

      Poop and dishonor on your shameful and toxic family, you go proudly of your culture and ancestors, show your pride for them to everyone, learn about it and express yourself freely, you live for you, not your family.

    • @shankapa3182
      @shankapa3182 Před 3 lety

      Don't blame your family .. colonized cultures are made to feel this way and that assimilating is the "right" thing to do otherwise you're considered a savage. In reality they understand the intrinsic power in our culture and that in order to control us, they need to distance us from it - and that's how they do it. It's never too late to embrace your roots

    • @woodman2841
      @woodman2841 Před 3 lety

      The answer is inside you

  • @boricuatodabone
    @boricuatodabone Před 7 lety +409

    i would love to learn to do the haka and learn more of the Maori culture

    • @ed4030
      @ed4030 Před 7 lety

      Hiram Acosta !((4

    • @As-pj7ku
      @As-pj7ku Před 6 lety

      Hiram Acosta same here man

    • @anneliesemillard8791
      @anneliesemillard8791 Před 6 lety +4

      dude go to TE PAPA google it ok and this is what we do at almost any celebration in my family. Birthdays, weddings, funerals and even rugby also call us kiwis not nEw zEAlanders that is all

    • @yepok5120
      @yepok5120 Před 5 lety +12

      Come to NZ and learn. We welcome anyone that wants to learn our culture

    • @TheSupertitan53
      @TheSupertitan53 Před 5 lety +10

      C caymer whites have called us the same thing and go on to convey that same hatred to another culture? You sir are a bitch straight like that

  • @BabyGiant3
    @BabyGiant3 Před 8 lety +12

    watched it the first time and cried and didn't knew why. watched it the second time with the subtitles and understood why I cried and then cried some more.
    powerful msg for a struggling man

  • @PrimeSegmental
    @PrimeSegmental Před 4 lety +72

    As an African american in the USA.
    Im jealous.
    The lyrics is beautiful

    • @Urm0mz
      @Urm0mz Před 2 lety +5

      Why? We have stepping which is extremely important to our culture.
      We also have a huge subculture of high school and HBCU band programs that are above and beyond any random marching band....
      African Americans dont need to harken back to Africa everytime we see indigenous people and their traditions.
      We have our own. Love your own ancestors for crying out loud! Their traditions keep dying out because anti African sentiment has diminished the importance of our customs....perpetrated by our own people!
      Take a dance class
      Take a stepping class
      Take a course on AA history that isnt told through someone elses lenses. You will see the humanity you've clear been vying for

    • @JaejoongPrincess
      @JaejoongPrincess Před 2 lety

      What culture do we have other then hiphop/hood/ghetto culture, soul food and street wear?

    • @mrnalxdr6451
      @mrnalxdr6451 Před rokem +3

      @@JaejoongPrincess find where your ancesters are from in Africa and get to know that culture

    • @JaejoongPrincess
      @JaejoongPrincess Před rokem

      @@mrnalxdr6451 I've been trying but our family history stop at the mid 1800s. I do know I have Chactaw in me. I have been trying to know more about Chactaw and learn the language too.

    • @blancadesigns
      @blancadesigns Před rokem

      @@JaejoongPrincess eh, I can’t tell if you’re a race baiting troll or not, but if you happen to not be one, I pray you come to a point where you lose the anti black sentiments you seem to hold deeply within you and are able to find the beauty in where you come from. 💕

  • @justinleokennedy
    @justinleokennedy Před 7 lety +5

    The performance, on its own, is very moving, but the words make it so overwhelmingly powerful. What a hell of a thing to have done for you at a wedding! The kind of gift no amount of money can buy. The kind of gift that will sustain you when life is hard.

  • @HiltonJohani
    @HiltonJohani Před 8 lety +45

    wow, wow, wow - this is amazing. I just love Māori Culture. Have to visit New Zealand

  • @lollyholly3005
    @lollyholly3005 Před 4 lety +7

    I dont know if it is the physical expression, the symbol of unity, or pure passion but i nearly cried watching this. It makes me wish i belonged to a culture that had this kind of tradition and unity

  • @lilkitten317
    @lilkitten317 Před 8 lety +168

    This is so powerful and truly beautiful

  • @redartistic9406
    @redartistic9406 Před 8 lety +97

    I've seen this video before,but today it took so whole new meaning for me,as I sat a cried a hard cry. Today I sat and watched 7 years go by since my mother's passing, this video,gave me strength to keep on fighting thru life, as I miss those I've lost ,that meant so much to me....thank you,for translation, which takes it to a higher lever for me,even more...

    • @matthewmartinez4985
      @matthewmartinez4985 Před 7 lety

      redartistic dont be so dramatic over a video...cuz wtf does ur mom have to do w this

    • @willzi-am7816
      @willzi-am7816 Před 7 lety +4

      In Maoridom, we say Kia Kaha ehoa. Be strong, friend.

    • @marck4000
      @marck4000 Před 6 lety

      Lol i am sry but i gotta agree with u.

    • @ritamcintyre8203
      @ritamcintyre8203 Před 5 lety +1

      @@matthewmartinez4985 don't be a p***k

    • @mollysadler6495
      @mollysadler6495 Před 5 lety +1

      Matthew Martinez Your comments are wanted here. She is simply expressing a kind and real type of emotion that you are clearly too afraid to express yourself. It is lovely that she is healing and has found strength in our haka.

  • @Fortheloveoforthodoxing
    @Fortheloveoforthodoxing Před rokem +2

    The men of this culture are incredible and the strong masculine presence is absolutely breathtaking. The love, the reverence, respect.

  • @Kikz-1v1pinginit
    @Kikz-1v1pinginit Před 6 lety +7

    I'm Tongan but my wife iis maori and the love and respect i have for her and her culture is endless.

  • @XfussymistressX
    @XfussymistressX Před 4 lety +26

    I know haka only from youtube and it touches me deeply everytime.

  • @shy1000
    @shy1000 Před rokem +4

    Haka always has such an intense affect on me. I'm moved to tears everytime. The release and control of emotions is so incredible.

  • @dshw
    @dshw Před 8 lety +223

    Thank you for the translation!

    • @luewane22
      @luewane22 Před 5 lety

      Martin Rupprecht I second that...it was powerful without translation, but now knowing what’s being said takes it to another level of poignancy.

  • @MrMorpheus357
    @MrMorpheus357 Před 7 lety +4

    I litteraly started crying as I was watching this...
    Didnt even know what it meant, until i found this version with sub titles... I lost my dad almost 3 years ago...
    This stuff carries such power.

  • @nefertitei12
    @nefertitei12 Před 4 lety +7

    Thank you for posting this. I've been fascinated with the Maori since watching Whale Rider decades ago but have recently become fascinated with the Haka because I get SO emotional when I hear one. It's like I can see the souls of the people and I can HEAR their hearts when they're screaming, "Ana!Ana!Ana!" There's no pretense in it... Pure. So , yes, you guessed it... My neighbors are going to have to put up with me learning it! Lol 🙏♥️💯

  • @CC-zp7sn
    @CC-zp7sn Před 4 lety +19

    My brother had a really nice Haka at his wedding too 😌 so good when you’re in touch with your roots.

  • @cherylb2008
    @cherylb2008 Před 7 lety +7

    I'm impressed at the solidarity of the males giving old wisdom , in a chant. Timeless emotion.

  • @bread_girl_jane
    @bread_girl_jane Před rokem +7

    if you had no idea what the haka is, you’d never guess without the subtitles that this is actually a joyous celebration.

    • @creepysherlock8131
      @creepysherlock8131 Před 7 měsíci

      Well yeah.....the words in the song or whatever and the dance like thing they are doing have no relation at all. And Idk why it is joyous occasion thing even after reading the translation.
      What is right is always right. The answer is inside you.
      How does any of this mean "we're happy and we're celebrating, yay", I'll never understand 🫠

  • @chamorutaotaohaya427
    @chamorutaotaohaya427 Před 7 lety +4

    Coming from an entirely different culture, America, and pacific islander ethnicity, Chamorro, this still manage to bring me chills and admire in awe. This is truly a beautiful video to watch. This is a truly beautiful culture to witness.

  • @njlopezfa6514
    @njlopezfa6514 Před 8 lety +4

    i heard this before i read the translation and it was amazing, it great to see it in english so i know what they are saying. So many deep ties in culture and life. this literally encourages me to be a better person. thank you new zealand and the islands for your magnificent culture!

  • @joeaardvark9214
    @joeaardvark9214 Před 14 dny

    I love how the underlying theme of the Haka is self-reflection, doing the right thing, and knowing you have life's answers inside of yourself; but there's THAT much aggression and intensity to it. It's awesome.

  • @stinw.9226
    @stinw.9226 Před 5 lety +8

    This has some of the most intense energy and emotion I have ever seen. Absolutely beautiful.

  • @FirstOfHerName
    @FirstOfHerName Před 8 lety +5

    I'm so full of emotion right now and not sure which emotion is the most dominant. I love watching these and hope to one day experience this in person.

  • @dennisbrown2106
    @dennisbrown2106 Před 4 lety +4

    This is epic man. The emotion. The passion. The love. The power. The loyalty. I’m almost in tears watching this. It’s almost like they are saying “we’re family and we love you”!

  • @BriarMaeriSibyle
    @BriarMaeriSibyle Před 5 lety +5

    second time watching this and i started tearing up. it's beautiful, honestly. and the moment the bride and groom join in, it's amazing.

  • @saky228
    @saky228 Před 4 lety +12

    I am from Slovenia and this moved me to tears. Very powerful, well done.

  • @dayvancowgirl
    @dayvancowgirl Před 5 měsíci

    Sitting alone in my livingroom watching this video and crying. It never gets old. Glad to see how many others feel special things from this.

  • @abdamit
    @abdamit Před 7 lety +16

    these Haka are so fucking epic, but the moment I saw the brid herself join in at 1:19, I cracked up laughing.

    • @10lbproductions69
      @10lbproductions69 Před 7 lety +11

      I had the exact opposite reaction, lol. Actually teared up a bit.

    • @raulmontanari4387
      @raulmontanari4387 Před 7 lety +18

      Look at how different we can be in our reactions... I broke in tears at that exact moment. :-)

    • @abdamit
      @abdamit Před 7 lety +6

      in concept, I understand why you people react rather emotional. it's fascinating how different cultures chape the emotions of a human.

  • @kenhz9132
    @kenhz9132 Před 8 lety +5

    i am obsessed with this video, never have i seen something so beautiful like this and i thank you for the translation. its crazy how i somewhat understood what was happening before having come across the translated video

  • @zarialynita9498
    @zarialynita9498 Před 4 lety +9

    Thatttttt .... was beautiful literally crying

    • @berniebernardmoore3412
      @berniebernardmoore3412 Před 3 lety

      @@hcasperson ummm. That's fucked up. Keep your shit to yourself. Do some research before putting your hangups on another culture.

  • @aznlad33
    @aznlad33 Před 8 lety +143

    oh the ignorance of some of the comments...why comment at all? ignorance to another's culture and what is being seen as a beautiful gift to the newly weds

    • @mobscene111
      @mobscene111 Před 8 lety +1

      Pride is ignorance...

    • @aloha_oe311
      @aloha_oe311 Před 6 lety +2

      The ignorant comments are from people with no culture. They hate seeing stuff like this because they wish they have some culture in them too ☺️

  • @nickhalden1851
    @nickhalden1851 Před 7 lety +152

    some ignorant ppl with say this looks horrid, stupid, etc..
    but hey... for me.. its really awesome! i saw the ppl very passionate and full of spirit when perform the haka..
    hats off to u guys and the maori culture :)

    • @Einherier1994
      @Einherier1994 Před 7 lety +2

      well while thats true, and i finde these hakas awesome too.
      i also finde some facial expressions quiet funny fom time to time^^" xD

    • @metalhed2892
      @metalhed2892 Před 7 lety +16

      Especially if you understand the meaning behind it. It's not just a war dance. It's about power, strength, and faith. Very emotional once the husband and wife join in.

    • @cskid61
      @cskid61 Před 6 lety

      made me cry

    • @mischadequeljoe4984
      @mischadequeljoe4984 Před 6 lety

      Nick Halden cancer

    • @kizombeiro8130
      @kizombeiro8130 Před 5 lety +2

      Its ok if people dont like our culture. Its cool that you do

  • @HaneefaTheHaneefa
    @HaneefaTheHaneefa Před 4 lety +4

    I love how it’s the women and men that express this type of strength it’s beautiful

  • @desireewinans8754
    @desireewinans8754 Před 7 lety +25

    this is so beautiful:) I wish we had a culture that was rich and respectful of old ways like this:) love it:)

    • @Qaiser89
      @Qaiser89 Před 6 lety

      Which country are you from?

  • @j0gatu
    @j0gatu Před 7 lety +8

    I'm so proud to be poly. I got goosebumps listening to this. Where ever we are we'll never forget who we are

  • @OneKind671
    @OneKind671 Před 4 lety +3

    This makes me appreciate that I'm from an Island that is very culture centered and family centered and that my people are proud of who they are and represent our culture to the fullest.

  • @myatezh
    @myatezh Před 7 lety +21

    Absolutely beautiful! So powerful and full of emotion that I can't help but weep when I watch it!

    • @ericvega9160
      @ericvega9160 Před 6 lety

      Rachel Myatezh i said the same thing about you,,sweet babe ;*

  • @sassyzen45
    @sassyzen45 Před 8 lety +26

    Beautiful. Never liked weddings but if I come across one that has a haka, I'd definitely change my mind.Much respect and love for the Maoris.

  • @BFD007
    @BFD007 Před 2 lety +2

    This makes me cry every time I watch it.
    The power you hear in whatever they are saying.
    It’s levels of how much they believe in each word.
    I’m sorry but immigrants tradition like this is why our world is so great

  • @holly3830
    @holly3830 Před 7 lety +38

    this makes me cry every time that i view it. happy life to the couple.

  • @luvhardcore21
    @luvhardcore21 Před 8 lety +21

    This is the only thing that has ever made me feel anything spiritual and on a faith driven level and it's not my culture and my ancestors have no association in it. Sigh* this is beautiful though what is said really hits close to home right now.

  • @louriewylde9293
    @louriewylde9293 Před 2 lety +5

    Wow. I'm a Scot living in Italy, and very unfamiliar with haka, yet this brought tears to my eyes.

  • @moniquep2089
    @moniquep2089 Před 6 lety +5

    wish I was blessed with a culture like this, always look at hakas for strength n guidance when I'm going through a hard time.

  • @yungmedusa
    @yungmedusa Před 6 lety +4

    One of the most beautiful displays of human spirit and harmony I have ever seen

  • @blacksocrates1
    @blacksocrates1 Před rokem +1

    It is like their ancestors created this to send a message of wisdom to future generations, the wisdom they have accrued so it can never be lost

  • @lonwabosibejele7738
    @lonwabosibejele7738 Před 8 lety +12

    I'm South African hey....and this is awesomeness beyond measurable!!!!
    But I'm still a springbok hey!!!

    • @RealmofGenghisKhan
      @RealmofGenghisKhan Před 7 lety

      what the hell has happened to your once powerful team?

    • @lonwabosibejele7738
      @lonwabosibejele7738 Před 7 lety +1

      New players coming in...not as quality as the old players who are retiring!..super rugby teams not supplying quality players and last but not least, the coach

    • @RealmofGenghisKhan
      @RealmofGenghisKhan Před 7 lety

      that quota system is killing you guys

    • @shaunlouis6818
      @shaunlouis6818 Před 6 lety

      lol Congrats on ur victory last week!