Iam Tongi interview (2023) Hawaii American Idol
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- čas přidán 8. 09. 2024
- (Recorded February 21, 2023) Singer-songwriter Iam Tongi made his "American Idol" debut in the reality talent competition's Season 21 premiere episode or "Auditions Week". His song selection of James Blunt's "Monsters" and dedication of it to his late father Rodney Tongi brought "American Idol" judges Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan to tears (video link below to watch Iam's performance).
Our talk story has Iam Tongi remember that moment and also other times when music and family were filled with humble support and love :) [many, many thanks for finding and watching our talk story :) - / @kathywithak ]
*If you'd like to see all of Iam Tongi's "American Idol" Performances so far, I created a blog at 1059thewavefm.com/iamtongi Thank You!
00:16 what's new post-American Idol (debut) episode airing
00:48 Going to school in Hawai'i and life in Washington State
01:17 receiving "American Idol - Golden Ticket"
01:26 reaction from judges during Iam Tongi's "Monsters" performance
02:20 how did Iam choose James Blunt's "Monsters" for AI Auditon?
03:05 song ("Dreams") Iam co-wrote with sister (Cassandra) for her wedding
03:29 who in Iam's life helped (him) write and express through music
03:52 playing live music, in front of crowds ["Mike's Huli Huli Chicken" to "American Idol"]
04:38 learning ukulele from Miss Alison Faleolo
05:15 learning guitar from Mr. Fox/Faux and Uncle Manatau Tuifua
05:59 Iam Tongi's Mom (Lillie Tongi) created nickname "Iam"
06:25 Iam's shout out to family, friends
06:58 what's it like for Iam to spend time with other "American Idol" participants, staff
07:41 a few of the Hawai'i artists that inspire Iam Tongi [Josh Tatofi, Common Kings, Kapena...]
08:21 first song that Iam Tongi wanted to learn [Junior Maile "Counting Stars"]
Watch Iam's American Idol Season 21 audition: • Iam Tongi Makes The Ju...
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American Idol airs Sundays on ABC, abc.com and streaming on Hulu.
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It's time we the Pacific islander stand together and vote for this gentleman,c'mon let's do this
He seems to appreciate all music and people who carry kindness, caring! You can find/follow Iam Tongi (at)wtongi :) Thank you for watching/listening!
Am not a Pacific Islander but am standing with you!!!!love from Africa
Can only US, people vote?
This lady from East Coast Maine gives her full support to IAM!!! He’s just so sweet, loving, relatable, and shares his beautiful talents with the world. His song choices have been perfect.
Iam Tongi 💯
Destined to win
American Idol
Beautiful angelic voice
Stolen the hearts of
The world
Congrats Iam ❤ 🎶
I just voted all my 10s is on him love this kid
Backing you all the way from NZ IAM❤️🔥🔥🔥 such a soulful voice and beautiful personality ❤️
Wow! I hope Iam Tongi can feel the support from all around the world, so nice!
💯💯 Back Iam all the way from Australia! ❤️
U gettum Bradah Iam we voting for u from Missouri❤🎉🎉
The tears just flow. You are such a storyteller and a wonderful singer. You will go very far. Best of luck!
Much love and appreciation from Canada ❤❤❤
Smart producer because by advising Iam to sing that song, it brought the world together, in the agony of pain..
Emotional storytelling is pretty powerful :) thank you for watching/listening to our talk story! You can find Iam Tongi on most social (at)wtongi
This was a great interview, I hope Tongi wins, I always love an audition that makes me cry.
We've read folks have had multiple views and tearing up almost every time! Thank you for watching/listening to our chat and you can find Iam Tongi on most social @wtongi
I am so glad you posted this interview. Such great insight into Iam, he’s such a special artist!
Well Iam, Lionel said you would be fracturing souls and you have with your version of Monsters. Absolutely beautiful and touching. I have listened like 25 times and I bawl my eyes out every time. Best to you in your journey on AI and beyond.
Same here !
TO ALL OF US … LOVING HAWAII … when YOU feel led, let’s vote American Idol 2023 with All of Hawaii for Iam🙏🏼♥️😇🌺
Iam Tongi all the way❤
Find him on his socials @wtongi :) Thanks for watching/listening!
Team Iam 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Thank you for watching/listening to our chat! Find Iam Tongi with his (at)wtongi handle on most social
Poly’s are seriously gods people man
Wishing this young man with great success. Team Iam!!!
We appreciate you watching/listening to Iam Tongi's interview with us! You can find/follow his official socials (at)wtongi :)
Such a wonderful Interview. Thank you gor giving us more about Iam. I will slways remember his performance and the emotion it ptlrovoked. Praying for your success Iam.... Mahalo WAVE Hawaii
We are grateful for Iam Tongi’s time to have a quick chat! As he said, his media requests have increased quite a bit - he was good natured, easy going and truly appreciates the support! Thanks for watching/listening and find his social @wtongi 👍🏼
Love your voice, you sing beautifully.I hope you win. Good luck.
Beautiful interview....
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Fantastic interview......both the interviewer and Iam Tongi 👌
Both beautiful Beautiful and so relevant. Thanks. Cape Town ❤️
I am talking to everyone about Iam Tongi. Much courage and Allll the best to You. 🙏 🤲
With his humble spirit there could be a while Movement: "I Am Tongi!" Meaning .. I am humble, kind and embody the Aloha Spirit" I don't have cable but I got a Hulu just to watch you, bebeh. 🌺 Keep your mana .. Stay Pono 🌺 your dad would be sooo so proud boy .
DDDDAAAAAAMMMMMMNNNNNN AWESOME INTERVIEW 🙏💯
hahaha thank you for watching/listening to our talk story with Iam Tongi! find his socials (at)wtongi :)
Great interview Kathy!! It's nearing 3 Million views. Wish you the best Iam Tongi
Thanks for viewing our talk story! He's so grateful for all the support, too!
This was extremely awesome ever heard this song but man this fits RIP to don and glen my father and father in law
You are great ❣️
Love it! Mahalo for this interview... And, all the best for Iam Tongi!
much appreciation to you for watching/listening to our chat! you can find Iam Tongi on all social @wtongi
Support from PNG 🇵🇬 Great interview
Thank you for watching/listening to our convo with Iam Tongi and you can find him on social @wtongi 👍🏼!
Great voice my man
thank you for watching/listening to our chat with Iam Tongi! remember to find him on social @wtongi
Rooting for you . Sparks Nevada
We appreciate you taking a moment to watch/listen to our interview! You can find Iam Tongi (at)wtongi on social, too :)
Hope he can come to New Zealand to do a concert...
We think Iam Tongi would like to travel and perform when it’s possible! Thank you for watching/listening to our talk story 🙌🏼🌺
Much ofas/love from Sydney, Australia❤❤
I bet he’d appreciate your support! Please find Iam Tongi on most social @wtongi 😃
I loved this interview ❤
Yessir
good youngman . tongi -
A pure Humbled young man God blessed the man with a great voice. I want to treat him with a banana fire roasted pig
Yessah he says! Yessahhh ma baddah!
hahaha he'd certainly appreciate this :) Thanks for listening/watching our chat and follow Iam Tongi on social @wtongi
Good interview, You remind me of my friend. He's long gone but we use to jam on the uke back in the days. Good luck on AI toko.. ofa atu.
Iam Tongi is a fan of almost all kinds of music, too! You can follow him @wtongi on most social 🎉! Thanks for watching/listening!
Iam,did James Blunt ever reached out to you?
Awesome 🤙
Thank you for watching/listening!
i like a song monster - tongi
Hope he can handle the stress from the competition!
Just from the footage so far, he and many of those in this season of "American Idol" are being looked after by their respective family and friends :) Seems like those behind the scenes also want each person to succeed, to have fun, to grow! Thanks for watching/listening to our talk and find/follow Iam Tongi (at)wtongi
HE SOUNDS LIKE IZ, ISRAEL KAMAKAWIWO'OLE
Wow! I bet Iam Tongi will appreciate your compliment and you can keep up with him on most social @wtongi :) thank you for watching/listening to our video!
Yes I feel Iz will approve
I think it is sad that he can't afford to live in his homeland...I hope that changes for him.
Congratulations for winning the igniter
Shoutout ms faleolo for teaching him how to play the uke
What about writing some "elevator" songs? I like IZ, but his songs are played too often (don't get mad, it's still good), and I wish to hear some new good ones.
RRFL!! CHEE HOOO!!
That there is your AI winner
We appreciate you taking a moment to watch/listen to our chat! Find Iam Tongi on all socials @wtongi :)
Producers doing their job🤣
Thanks for watching/listening to Iam Tongi share a bit! He makes a point to acknowledge the people who help him grow and that’s a great trait at every age 🙏🏼!
So what does 1 million views pay? Seriously
there's a youtube video for that :)
Decatur High school in Federal Way?? That's right across the street from me. Congrats.
Lived in Hawaii for 30 years with lots and lots of family still there. I absolutely love how he called out the cost of living that has been out of control and the state run into the ground by 40+ years of democrat policies.
We left for the same reason, Mililani has become over run with the homeless and crime.
I like that he makes the most out of wherever he and his family is at any given time :) Thank you for watching/listening to our talk story and you can find Iam Tongi (at)wtongi on most social!