Iam Tongi Made the World Cry, Now He's Here to Save It. (We Don't Deserve Him, But Aren't You Glad H
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- Please enjoy this very educational video essay from a true academic gangsta.
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Hi, I am really sorry for my pronunciation of…pretty much everything. I did a lot of research, and it turns out there are people on the internet just making up pronunciations 😅 Next time I do a video like this I will be sure to find someone local to help me do it right.
Thank you for watching and please be sure to go support the hero of today’s essay - Iam Tongi 🎉 @officialiamtongi
I appreciate you doing the extensive research and I thank you for acknowledging the beauty and more importantly the continuous struggles we live through in Hawaii. “Priced out of paradise” pretty much explains it. In my opinion, your pronunciation of words and names came closer than many. Mahalo nui 🙏🏾🤙🏽
Oh wow, Thank you Henry 🙏
I found out so much as a researched IZ and Iam that I couldn't leave anything out. When I saw that Priced Out of Paradise wasn't just a slogan, I thought it was important for mainland vacationers to learn the truth 😞 even if it hurts. I appreciate your kind words and acceptance, and that you took time out to watch my video. 🌺 Mahalo
Do not apologize for your pronunciation as you did just perfectly. Believe it or not, the okina’s (‘) and kahako’s (ā) are actually part of the Hawaiian alphabet, meaning ITS THAT IMPORTANT and you said pronounced the words like Ha’aha’a and Lōkahi correctly 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽Mahalo for taking the time out to learn our culture and history❤️ Aloha Nui
Thank you for doing your due diligence in researching it 😢❤
Hi Grace C (I love your name! 😊)
Thank you for leaving a comment and sharing your appreciation. Sending you much love!
Grace
Perfect content !! Keep it up
Thank you so much for watching, I really appreciate you!
Great research! Impactful content🫶🏽🌺Mahalo from Hawaii🌋
Thank you so much for watching! I appreciate you leaving a comment Ma Mi 🙏 Mahalo 🌺
Being part Hawaiian myself, I can honestly say you did a remarkable job here with this mini documentary! Thank you so much for embracing our culture, SUBSCRIBED 🤙🏽❤️💯
Wow, thank you so much, Collin 🙏 I really appreciate your support!
I loved your video , being from makaha Hawaii, and left for the military I didn’t know what I had until I left the island. I loved your video ❤❤❤❤❤ we need more aloha in times like this… aloha sistah ❤❤❤❤
Aloha Kaeo 🌺 I lived in Las Vegas for a few years and met a lot of people from Hawaii who said the same thing! I appreciate you watching my video, peace to you ✌️
@@GSSG__official I will continue to support your channel!!! Alive and positive vibes
Oh wow, I really love your video. Mahalo and Faafetai.❤
Thank you so much, Gloria! I appreciate you taking the time to view this video 🖤
I'm 54, for the first time in my life I balled like a baby listening to someone sing. He pretty much made me human once again, I'm raising two boys alone, and I couldnt Imagine leaving them . Iam is so young , He was meant to be up there changing the world. with that kind of power he could help us all and make the world an equal place of living and striving for everyone. We need Iam today, We need Iam to help us all become human . To start caring for each-other as Iam was cared for from all the world on that very first audition.
Hi JM, I totally resonate with that. I tend to be a bit of an emotional crybaby, but it has to really tug at my heartstrings. There is something about Iam that just gets to me every time he sings or talks about his father.
"We need Iam to help us all become human" - that is exactly what I hoped people would learn from my video. Sounds like you already understand the power and importance of being human, of caring for those around us like humanity was always supposed to. I really appreciate you being here. Thank you for your comment and for taking the time to check out my video. 💜
Great video and beautiful presentation. This video has done a amazing job of opening eyes and giving knowledge. Thank you.
When I started to learn more about Hawaii after researching Bruddah IZ, I felt it was really important to share all this with the world. American schools don't teach us any of this! Thank you for watching, I really appreciate you taking the time to watch my video 🙏 Blessings to you Teau
Mahalo for the production of this video! The fact that you sought to find the WHY alone is amazing. The way that you explained ALOHA was phenomenal.
We say in Hawaii, “LIVE ALOHA”. Iam Tongi embodies every bit of ALOHA.
Mahalo MAHALO Mahalo!!!! 🤙🏽🌺🌴
Hi Marlene 💜
Thank you for checking out my video. I never thought I would make something like this, but once I started to learn I felt like people needed to understand. I teared up reading about the spirit of aloha, just like when I would watch Iam perform. The world needs this young man and his beautiful soul more than ever before. I am grateful to you for watching, hope you have a beautiful weekend! Mahalo 🌺
Aloha Erma 🌺 Mahalo for watching and leaving me a kind comment 🙏
Amazing and well done this video . Aloha to you keep spreading the love
Aloha to you Jj 🌺 Thank you for watching 🙏
I love Iam. I think he’s the Bob Marley of Hawaii. He makes me cry every time I hear him. I hope he doesn’t change. Love his heart and his music.
I've noticed a lot of people say the same thing and I think that might be why I love him so much. Bob Marley is one of my favorite singers ever and the reason I fell in love with reggae.
To hear Iam bring the Island flair to all his covers makes the songs so much better 😆 I would rather hear his version than the original singer.
I don't think he will change... he's always loved to share good music and as long as he has a chance to do just that, I believe his good upbringing will serve him well. Thanks for your comment!
WOW, well done!!! I am Hawaiian 🌸born & raised and appreciate your video :) Tasteful, informational, factual & respectful ~ mahalo 🙏🏼 Iam Tongi is truly a LIGHT✨in this broken world 🌎 Mahalo Iam, Mahalo Ke Akua 💗
Chanda, I am so grateful you took the time to watch this. The most important things I wanted to do with this video is learn about Iam's culture, share the beautiful spirit of Aloha, and make people aware of how much bigger he is than just another American Idol winner.. I didn't even think more than a few people would see this, so thank you for understanding what I was trying to do and leaving me such a kind comment. Mahalo from Florida sis 🌺
Wow I just watched your video for the second time. You’ve hammered the nail on the head with the fights and struggles of the Hawaiian people. I don’t know anything about you, where your from or your background, all I know is that your much more then a video producer and a artist, YOU ARE A GENIUS AND A SCOLAR!!!…
Wow, B Wild! Thank you for taking the time to watch AGAIN 🙏 Your kind words really mean so much to me, I am humbled today. Mahalo 🌺
@@GSSG__official if you’re ever in Hawaii please let me know, I’ll be your Hawaii Ohana and show you and your Ohana the none tourist aspect of Hawaii. Hawaii and it’s people needs someone like you to open the eyes of others/ the nation.
@@GSSG__official You probably already know this, however if you want to feel the real Island vibe, on the July 1st and 2nd Iam will be performing in a live concert, again at Turtle Bay on the north shore of Oahu.
WOW. This was excellent. Im Tongan and a community organizer in Pacific Islander community in the U.S., you didn't tremendous research in covering so many important aspects providing context on our experiences reflected through Iam. Thank you for taking the time to learn and share here.
Thank you for understanding what I was hoping to show the world Alisi. As I did my research, I believed this context was necessary to help people understand how important Iam could be for bringing change to Hawaii and our world. Wishing you great success and praying for the communities you serve. 🙏 Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment and watch my video 💜
This is awesome! Thank you for helping the rest of the world and the mainland (continental US) learn about Hawaii’s history as we know it is only taught here in Hawaii and not on the mainland. Which then most from the mainland only think of Hawaii as only a tourist destination and are not sensitive to the culture.
Calvin, thank you for your comment. This was exactly the purpose of my video. I spent almost 20 years in school and never once heard of a Hawaiian Monarchy 😔 Westerners have issues respecting the cultures of the islands they visit, and I feel it is much worse for Hawai'i since they see it as a part of the US. I hope this video reaches many, because it changed the way I see Hawaii (and other 'tourist destinations') as a whole.
I never really had much interest in visiting because it seemed like a really far flight to go to the beach. (I live in Florida, beaches are everywhere.) Now, I feel like it is totally worth a visit just to learn about the culture and be surrounded by people who are true to their history. I hope I can make some friends there to have the opportunity to stay local, as I'm not really into all the tourist stuff...especially after what I've learned smh
Hoping there will be more like you who are open to learning and spreading the awareness. With the respect that you have already showed, guarantee you will make friends with us locals fast and the way it works here in Hawaii we will totally be excited to show you the local culture here.
Grace, big mahalos for this beautiful piece!! You did a phoenominal job 🤙🏾 You shed light not only on the great Iam, but the history of Hawaii and the struggles us locals have gone through and continue to go through, and you did it so eloquently and respectfully. Mahalo again for this. You've made me a forever fan of yours!!
Thank you teehulk 🙏 It was very important for me to help people understand more about how Iam got to where he is today. When I watched his homecoming videos, I totally understood why he is such a wonderful person. I am grateful to you for watching my video. Peace brotha ✌️
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Great video!!! Mahalo for sharing the expression of the people of Hawaii!!
Thank you Laura! I am grateful to you and glad you understood my purpose in creating this video 🌺 Mahalo 🌺
Thank you for sharing this! You did an amazing job! Sending love and hugs!
Thank you so much for taking the time to watch it, I really appreciate your support and kindness Lea 🙏
Ho’oponopono is also the Hawaiian way in which we solve conflict between each other. This should be a technique the world practices when looking for peace between each other ❤
I have heard of Ho’oponopono, but I just looked it up and WOW! How amazing. This is what I was trying to explain. Hawaii might just be another state to some people, but the more I learn about it, the more I see that Hawaiians are in a league of their own. Thank you for commenting and sharing this with me 💜
For a non polynesian, Hawaiian specifically, you did an astounding job. As a proud Samoan/Tongan here, I am loving your content and accurate mini bio you delivered in this video for Iam. Aloha and blessings up 🤙🏾🔥💯🙏🏾🇼🇸🇦🇸🇹🇴
Thank you so much, I really tried my best to represent him and the culture properly. I think I might have messed up a little bit on some pronunciations, but I’m hoping more people can learn about Hawaii and the work it took to get Iam to the top. Bless up to you sis 🙏🌺✨
I already know you put love and respect in this video. It’s the effort we never see in others to speak beautifully about our mana. Your pronunciations were spot on sis we feel your authentic love in it all. God bless you and you had already won my sub 🙏🏾🤙🏾💚🌸🌺💐🌈
😭😭 why am I crying ... sheesh 🙏
Mahalo ❤ you were so on point and we appreciate the embrace. Subscribed
Wow! Loved this! Just awesome. Loved that you did the research that most won't take the time to do. Appreciate you showing a brief history of our people and what they endured. Aloha will always win in the end. The world and most especially this country, needs this right now. Great job!
Thank you for leaving me a comment, Debra 💜 I am so grateful that you enjoyed the video and got the point I was trying to make. 🌺 Aloha is what the world needs right now 🙏
As a part Hawaiian thank you for show casing the diversity of Hawaii you have nailed many wrongs that went on in our humble island, but many of us who are still here have made adjustments in our daily lives just to live here and I wouldn’t change it. Music has always been part of lives of our people of all cultural background if you get invited to kamainas homes you would undoubtedly be mesmerized by seeing a ukulele or guitar ready to be played and serenaded by music and that is life.
Hi Lani, thank you for leaving a comment and checking out my video.
I thought it was so special when I heard that Iam used to take his guitar everywhere - even in school, where the teachers had to ask him to put it away haha 😆
To see him and his father in the home videos on his CZcams channel makes me believe you even more, and I pray one day I get invited into kamainas homes if I ever make it to Hawaii. 🌺
Ever since I made this video, I have no interest in participating in Westernized Hawaiian tourism. I want to support the locals and stay with locals, so hopefully I make some friends someday! 🙏
Praying for the local communities of Hawaii every day now 🌺 Bless up!
Iam Tongi you are truly The Ambassador of Aloha !!! Hold your head up high ! You will touch the hearts of so many and make us proud !!!
Amen to that Gail ✨
Very very impressed with your video which I found on the World Upside Right channel. Hawaii has a population of only 1.4 million and we are so very proud of any Hawaii-born person who achieves national celebrity--and I believe that we have more Hawaii-born talent per capita than any other state, from singers, actors, and athletes to even a President! The three Hawaii news channels will always mention anyone newsworthy who has a "Hawaii connection" and support or promote those who are deserving. Cheering on "one of our own" has been ingrained in us. Possibly it's because we're such a small population, but also due to our culture of aloha.
Thank you for recognizing Iam and our state.
P.S. I'm of Japanese ancestry and my father fought in WW2 in the 442nd regiment, another pride of Hawaii. 2:37
First - Thank you for letting me know how you found this video! I was really confused that CZcams showed it to anyone because my channel is so small 😅
Also, I have been listening to so much music from Hawaii all week and I am trying not to get upset that I'd never heard any of it before. So much good music tucked away on the island, I feel Iam will be a great person to bring more of it to light. Anything he sings, I'm listening to it!
"more Hawaii-born talent per capita than any other state" WOW! You are so right!
Thank you so much for your comment and all this great information. I appreciate you taking the time to watch and hope you have a beautiful weekend 🙏 Mahalo 🌺
Well said!!!
Mahalo for taking the time to research, and make this wonderful video!!! Everything you shared about Hawaii, Aloha, the people, the struggles and the triumphs were so spot on. Mahalo for helping the world have a better understanding of who we are, where we come from and what ALOHA truly means. Iam is for sure a true Ambassador of Aloha❤
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Hi Shelby, I am so glad you found my video 😊 I did my best to represent Iam and Hawaii well! I pray more people come to understand the Spirit of Aloha as Iam begins to travel the world. Peace to you 🌺 Mahalo
Aloha, wow after just watching this video, like Iam Tongi, you’ve also touched my heart. The research you’ve done to create the art of this video’s story is the meaning of ALOHA. Thank you for show casing the culture and straggles of Hawaii. Your pronunciations of our Hawaiian word’s meant more and sank in even deeper then the meaning in itself, it was heart warming, all because you took the time to learn and do it correctly. You are a artist and a great story teller. Polynesians didn’t only use voice language to communicate, it also included body language such as Hula to express the emotions of the journey whatever it maybe. Again, thank you for this heart touching video!!!
B Wild, thank you so much for your kind words. It means a lot to me that you understand how much work went into making an informative, respectful, and entertaining video. Iam is an important voice in our culture now, and I truly believe the world needs to know where he comes from. Thank you so much for watching 🙏
The world will turn to Hawai'i as they search for world peace because Hawai'i has the key . . . And that key is Aloha!” ALOHA, a poem written by Hawai'i's treasured kupuna, Auntie Pilahi Paki
WOW! 😳 That just gave me chills. Thank you for sharing this, Sarah. You confirmed everything in this video with one beautiful line 🙏 Mahalo 🌺
Ohhhh @gracespace you have done this essay with lots of care, Aloha & well thought out research. Mahalo nui for sharing this with all of us! The Iam effect is just so wonderful! God bless & malama pono!
Alohaonalani 🌺 Thank you for understanding my vision for this video, I tried my best to keep it interesting and informative so more people could learn about things American schools never taught us. I am so grateful to you for watching. Mahalo 🌺 bless you!
Wow Grace! Tell it like it really is! You pronounced with no problem. You were clear as well as provided insight, and the backstory to the truth Hawaiians deal with. Iam has certainly opened the door that will bring interest to mainlanders to visit Hawai'i. While I don't think that was Iam's goal was to increase population of the Hawaiian Islands, but to share his music and the love of family, the Polynesian people and Hawai'i. We are in gratitude for this education video, and our love for Iam Tongi. Mahalo nui loa!
In Florida, we are always telling all the people who move here "We are full! Go home!" lol 😂 I don't think Iam was trying to get people to move to Hawai'i, but I do hope he follows in Bruddah IZs footsteps and does some activism in his own way.
Like me, he has some issues with ADHD and it can make it tough to speak up sometimes. I know he will find his voice soon, and I believe people will listen to him - especially people in his generation.
I pray more people learn about the origins of Hawai'i and the spirit of Aloha through videos like this one and Iam's story. 🙏 Dayna, mahalo for the comment and taking the time to check out my video 🌺
❤❤❤TEAM IAM TONGI ALWAYS ❤❤❤CHHHEEE WWWHHHHOOOO.
HE CERTAINLY MADE AN IMPACT IN OUR HEARTS
CHHHEEE WWWHHHHOOOO!!! I am so excited to celebrate with you! Iam has made such an impact in my life and I'm proud of Hawaii's first American Idol 💜 Thank you for leaving a comment, Ellen 🙏
Beautiful piece connecting Cultures, history and the mordern Aloha man, Congratulations!
Thank you so much for checking out my video Neil 🙏
I hit the loke button only because there was no love button. I agree we need Iam and we need to embrace the Hawaii culture as a way of healing
Amen to that Sheila! Thanks for the love, and thank you so much for leaving a comment 🙏
U are so right we need more iams there would be more love and respect and honer his only eighteen but he could show people how family’s and people Can love each other we love him so much
If the world were full of Iam's it would be a much better place! He is so young and that means he has so much potential to go far, I can't wait to see what happens as he begins putting out albums and doing big shows around the world. Love love love makes the world go round, and Iam is full of love. Thank you for your comment, Annie 💜
Idk there’s a soothing tone to his voice. Like it’s hertz has to be 432 or something because I am transported when I hear him sing. He literally resurrected American Idol single-handedly. I ate up every episode. Recorded the season and listen to his songs still. I bought his new single on iTunes. I bawled every time I saw his audition because I’m a daddy’s girl and I miss my dad. It’s that Iam factor that drew me in and to this day I’m still arguing with anyone who is negative towards him or his music. Makes me so protective and I never want to see him cry again.
Hi there! I totally agree, his voice is so soothing 🎶 I’m so happy to see there are others who felt the same way I did every time I heard Iam sing! Thank you for taking the time to watch my video and leave me a comment.
Mahalo Grace for such an excellent piece covering Iam and Hawaii. You touched most if not all the challenges and struggles we Hawaiians face. You nailed it to the T.
Hi Uilani, I appreciate you taking the time to watch my video and leave a comment 🙏 Mahalo 🌺
Iam Tongi most definitely impacted the world exactly what the world needs right now so much love absolutely amazing ❤❤❤❤
Thank you for your comment Ruby, this is so true. We are blessed to have Iam in our midst 🙏
I was born and raised in Hawaii. Your video does a fantastic job of relating Iam Tongi's American Idol journey within the Hawaii/Hawaiian frame of reference. It is highly educational. And it concludes on a hopeful note. Well done! 🤙
P.S. I don't subscribe to many YT channels. However, I think your effort warrants my subscription. Subscribed!
1dash1 🙏 Thank you so much, I am glad you understood my vision for the video. I really enjoyed making it and I'm so happy you liked it. 🌺 Mahalo
I agree God has a purpose for iam and magen bringing togetherness of the nation and the world keep prayers up for them both they have a journey ahead of them both.
You and me both Val 🙏 Thank you for leaving me a comment 💜
Iam, you are my favorite " by far " i know you will become #1 AGT WINNER.❤❤❤ YOU. GOD BLESS YOU. YOU CHASED THE MONSTERS AWAY.❤❤❤❤
Iam is such a powerful performer. Is he going to be on America's Got Talent, too? I didn't even know that was allowed - how cool!?
This was awesome tita 👍🏼 loved it 🙌🏼
Thank you so much Adrian 🙏 I appreciate you leaving a comment and taking the time to watch my video.
You nailed it on this. Just reach out for help with olelo Hawaii. I knew you were mainlander with the pronunciation of Kamakawiwoole. Otherwise this is a beautiful testament for the Spirit of Aloha. Mahalo nui.
Thank you so much Victoria 🙏 I appreciate your advice, I will definitely keep that in mind. 🌺 Mahalo
Awesome content. Really appreciate the video.
Thank you so much for the love, I appreciate your comment 🙂
❤ Wow! I'm impressed with the knowledge of Hawaii culture and the Tongi Family (Ohana). Great Job. SUBSCRIBE !
Thank you so much for your comment. It took a lot of researching, I am so glad I got it right. 💜
Very well done! Thank you!
Thank you Marles 🙏 I appreciate your time and attention 💜
this is so beautiful and having feelings and emotions and being relate to others is a beautiful things, we all need to love one another.
I agree Roseanne ✨ We all could stand to be a little more empathetic. Sending lots of love and peace to you and yours 💜
Mahalo for taking the time to research and sharing the history of Hawai'i. Your pronunciation of Iam's name is beautiful. Keep up the great content...Mahalo Nui Loa!!!
@DaSole, Thank you so much for checking out my video and leaving me a kind comment.
@@GSSG__official ...one feedback Sis: Hawaiian is pronounced regular without the "V" sound. it is only pronounced when you say Hawai'i.
Native Hawaiians are referred to as Kanaka Ma'oli (Kah-nuh-kah Mah-Oh-Lee)
Mahalo nui loa for doing your homework and putting the truth out there regarding Hawaiʻiʻs past. Awesome!!!!!
I am very grateful for your comment and your time, Julia. Mahalo!
Excellently done. Even I from Hi. have learned a lot from this. Mahalo
Mahalo Conrad 🌺 I appreciate you watching and leaving a comment 🙏
Iam journey just starting mahalos for dis. God,Rodney and "IZ " are upstairs looking down and smiling. This World needs this. Love n Aloha spirit pride will spread all over this earth and no matter where we all come from black,white,pink,purple, yellow,red,green we all are one big Ohana Family. Amen Aloha 🙏 ke akua
Amen, this is such a beautiful sentiment Daniel 🙏 Mahalo 🌺 I appreciate you leaving this comment.
I love being part of his biggest fans IAM IS SO AMAZING❤❤❤❤❤
I am so excited to be a part of this, too. I just found out Iam will be performing near me next month and I'm doing everything I can to find a way to see him LIVE. Wish me luck 😉
Isnt Seattle almost as expensive as living in Hawaii? I was born and raised in Hawaii myself, but moved to the 9th island, Las Vegas lol.
I know, right! I was thinking about that when I was doing the research.
In my work with homeless individuals in Florida, I learned that some people will stay in a bad spot or go to a place that isn’t much better if they have a “village” of sorts. Resources are really important, especially if you’re struggling. Maybe Rodney and Lillie were able to connect with family or friends out there, or got a good job? Maybe they moved to the outskirts of Seattle where it might be a little more affordable. 🤔
I used to live in Vegas in the years before the shooting. First by UNLV then in Centennial Hills… It was pretty cheap even by the strip, but moving up to the edge of the city was the best thing we did because it was so inexpensive. I wonder if Seattle has any cheaper spots like that?
I was first introduced to Hawaiian food in Vegas and I really hope I can go try some authentic foods on the island 🙏 Iam got me hungry for short ribs!
Thanks for the comment 🙏 stay cool in Vegas this summer 🥵
Not entirely. I think the only other areas in America that are just as expensive or more expensive than Hawaii, would probably be New York City and Miami Florida.
@@TheMixedPlateFrequency Hawaii is the 3rd most expensive place to live in the United States after Los Angeles and San Diego according to a recent U.S. News survey. Miami was 4th, and New York was the 11th most expensive place to live. Seattle is 13th on the list.
There are many places in Miami that fall outside of the 'fancy' areas (i.e. South Beach, Brickell, etc.), where prices are more reasonable. I think that same is probably true of most metros, so it's possible there are some places in Seattle that aren't nearly as bad as Hawaii.
For someone moving from the 3rd most expensive place to the 13th most expensive place, logic would say accommodations would still be more affordable in the latter.
I cried so much watching Ian Tongi tonight...and I haven't cried in YEARS. Not sure what's going on.
Maybe you’re experiencing a healthy release? They say crying can be healing. Hope you feel better soon 🙏
I feel your sentiments...
Thanks Brody 💜
You'd be an EXCELLENT Teacher 🌌🙏✨
Thank you so much for the compliment, I used to be a teacher ☺️ My kids always said I was firm but fair, I think I’ll look at my binder to admire some of the art they made me. Thank you for the reminder! I appreciate you taking the time to watch my video, hope you have a nice weekend 💜
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You know tongi I'm from the Philippine you made me cry when I here your song monster..
Iam is so special. A lot of people never heard Monsters before he performed it, and he has truly made it his own. I will always prefer Iam's version of this song (and others) now that I have heard his rendition. Thank you for your comment Clinto!
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Stay cool Ela! Bless up!
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May I suggest a first step, All new applications to do business in Hawaii must be joint owned by a Hawaii Native. All existing Business must apply for a License to operate or take on a 33/13 Hawaii Native partner. All proceeds to go toward a "Housing First Intervention Project. Start there.
Hi Herman, that is an excellent idea! I hope that is something that you or someone in Hawaii has in the works, it is so needed right now. Thank you for leaving a comment 🙏
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Grace, this is such a wonderful video essay. We are from Hawaii but now live in Washington state. We've been talking a lot about how much the world could use some of that aloha spirit and love what you said about it and the Hawaiian values.
You may enjoy a book by a friend of ours. It's called "Aloha State of Mind" by Leialoha Humpherys. In it, she shares several Hawaiian values and how to adopt them in our lives and carry and share aloha wherever we are. We had her on our podcast where she talked about some of her favorite values and it aligns so well with what you shared here.
Mahalo again for your wonderful video.
I'll be sure to check that out, thank you.
Its the talent , not that territory or what so ever .
Yes, Iam is very talented.
Foreign born? He's 100 percent American.
Hi Kelly, are you from Hawaii? Have you ever visited? If so, what was your experience like?
Hawaii because a state on August 21, 1959. Anyone born after that date is 100% American.
I am Proud to be An American in 2023!!
Catholic Standish, you mentioned in another comment that you left Hawaii in the 80s. Having lived there AND on the mainland, do you think Hawaii is exactly the same as the continental US?
Ka maka veevo olay
I'm sorry 😣
@gracespace Actually, I'd like to apologize for having kinda just blurted that out without "explaining" that that would be the correct pronunciation. It seems like you have put a lot of effort into your research of the subject, along with the correct pronunciation of the hawaiian words, themselves. So, my intention was to "assist" you with the pronunciation, not to shoot shoot the messenger. Aloha no!
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IAM TONGI Cannot "SAVE" The World. # IAM can/& Will BE Used BY GOD to REACH Broken & Lost People Through His GOD-GIVEN Talents .....FOR GOD'S GLORY & PURPOSES. # The LORD JESUS Alone IS The SAVIOR Of The WORLD. READ/STUDY The HOLY SCRIPTURES For TRUTH & To LEARN About GOD'S PLAN For HIS CREATION.
Hi Linda, I am a Messianic Jewish believer of The Way. I appreciate you sharing your perspective on Yeshua (the name means Salvation in Hebrew). Please keep in mind this is not a religious channel; in order to reach more people to allow Iam to share his message, I did not share my religious beliefs. Did you know Iam is a believer, too? He and his father Rodney shared a number of Christian songs on his CZcams channel, You should check it out. While Yeshua saved the world, I pray Iam can save us from ourselves to start. Be blessed and have peace, for we our saved regardless.
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Yes, he is a wonderful singer. Thank you for leaving me a comment, Joanette!
Hawaii was saved by the US. I’d love to hear from people today if Hawaii was taken control of by Japan instead. Not sure they would have the same stories to tell. I get why people are upset about martial law. I feel like we were close to that while Trump was in office. I think we are all still in jeopardy as long as anyone uses their feelings instead of rules or laws to rule a civilization. To many people have feelings that judge and criticize instead of evenly rule and help everyone.
Thank you for taking the time to leave me a comment.
KIA ORA (PRONOUNCED) KEY OR RAH/HELLO👋 😘 FROM DOWN HERE IN AOTEAROA/NEW ZEALAND (PRONOUNCED OW TEAR A RAW HA) I AM A PROUD POLYNESIAN BORN & BRED MAORI FROM HERE (PRONOUNCED MA OR REE) 😊
WE HAVE MANY SIMILAR WORDS 2 OUR POLYNESIAN HAWAIIAN FAMILY/WHANAU (PRONOUNCED, FAR NO)
THEY SAY "AL💙HA" WE SAY "AR❤️HA"
ALOHA/ R LOW HA
AROHA/ R ROAR HA
THIS WORD ALONE DOESN'T JUST MEAN "LO🩵E" 2 US, IT'S "HOLISTIC, HAS MEANING, IT'S SPIRITUAL, HEALING, SOULFUL, TRUTH, HONOUR, PRIDE & IS FELT WITHIN.
I WOULD LO💚E 2 THANK U PERSONALLY 4 SHARING THE TRUE ESSENCE OF WHAT AR🧡HA/AL💛HA IS AS SHOWN & FELT ALL THE WAY THRU UR VID😢😘
(SO HEARTFELT😢)
I AM (IAM😅) SO PROUD OF U THAT U HAVE TAUGHT NOT ONLY "ME" BUT "ALL THAT HAS STUMBLED ACROSS UR VID, SOMETHING THAT IN MY LIFETIME I'M (IAM😂) 53YRS) I WOULD NEVER HAVE KNOWN ABOUT OUR BROTHERLAND HAWAII & THE PAIN & SUFFERING THAT HAPPENED 2 "NGA TÃNGATA WHENUA O HAWAII/NATIVES OF HAWAII/NA TONGUE A TA OR HAWAII.
I WAS TAUGHT ABOUT SOME WHITE MAN SIR EDMUND HILLARY WHO CLIMBED MOUNT EVEREST (DIDN'T EVEN KNOW WHERE MT EVEREST WAS OR WHO HE WAS 😅) SIR GREY (WHO BROUGHT HIS MEN & SLAUGHTERED OUR PEOPLE & STOLE OUR LAND) & HEAPS MORE WHITES BUT NOTHING ABOUT MY OWN COUNTRY, & OUR PEOPLE & THE SUFFERING😢
I GOT ALOT OF AFTER SCHOOL DETENTION BECAUSE I PLAYED UP😅 REFUSING 2 LEARN ABOUT THESE FOREIGNERS 😅🤦♀️ (I WAS 13)
OUR COUNTRY OF 5000 PEOPLE (1900 NATIVE & 3100 NON NATIVE) HAVE BEEN GOING THRU OUR OWN SIMILARITIES/PAIN (2 THIS VERY DAY) 2 RECLAIM OUR LAND THAT WAS STOLEN FROM US OVER 200+ YRS AGO IT'S HARD😢 LIKE WITH MOST NATIVES AROUND THE WORLD.. (SO THANK U 😘)
IAM IS A BEAUTIFUL LOVING YOUNG MAN THAT WORE HIS HE💜RT ON HIS SLEEVE THRU EVERY PERFORMANCE HE DID.
HE TRULY IS AN AMBASSADOR FOR HIS PEOPLE, HIS HOMELAND & ALL THOSE 20+ MILLION PEOPLE WHOSE HE💞RTS HE TOUCHED ALL OVA THIS WORLD THRU HIS AL🫶HA
1 THING I LO🧡ED ABOUT IAM? APART FROM SINGING EVERY SONG WITH EMOTIONS?
IS THAT HE DIDN'T TRY COPY ANY PAST OR PRESENT ARTISTS LIKE ALOT OF CONTESTANTS PAST & PRESENT DID/DO (COUNTRY, REGGAE, R&B, OPERA ETC) HE HAD HIS "OWN" ORIGINALITY, HIS OWN STYLE & MADE IT A GENRE THAT WE CAN ALL RELATE TO ( 🫶 U IAM & SO PROUD OF U😘🤙)
TH😘A😘NK U😘 SO HEAVENLY MUCH SISTA GRACE 4 THE AL❤HA/AR🖤HA & 4 EVERYTHING I'VE LEARNED FROM U.
❤️*🧡*💛*💚*💙*🩵*💜
I AM/IAM😅 NOW AN AVID SUBSCRIBER & FOLLOWER OF U & UR CHANNEL & HAVE SHARED THIS WITH MY FB WHANAU/FAMILY & NGA HOA/ & FRIENDS
🤙YESSAH!!🤙
AR🤍HA NUI KOE O TÕ NGAKAU ATAAHUA
🌬 🫴💋😘
(U HAVE SUCH A BIG BEAUTIFUL LOVING HEART😘) THANK U
Wow, thank you for teaching me all this, I love the pronunciations you added it was very helpful 🙏 I totally agree, Iam makes every song his own and I thoroughly enjoy his style! 🌺
I should do a video on the Maori people one day, maybe the origins of the Haka as that is where I first heard about the people. I cry every time I see one performed, and it saddens me that so many people lack the understanding of this powerful ceremonial dance. You have definitely brought more insight for me about your people, and I pray I get to experience that kind of love and authenticity in person one day. 🙏 Sending you many blessings, Luccille 💜 Thank you for your comments!
@@GSSG__official U R VERY WELCOME 😘 & IT WAS MY PLEASURE..
I WOULD 💙 2 C THE DAY THAT U MAKE A MINI DOCO ON OUR PEOPLE. STARTING WITH OUR HAKA. (U MAY HAVE SEEN IT? DURING IAM'S HOME COMING HIS SCHOOL MATES/FRIENDS/FAMILY WERE DOING THE HAKA 2 😆) IF 4 ANY REASON THAT U MAY NEED HELP WITH UR RESEARCH? PLEASE DON'T HESITATE TO CONTACT ME..
OHH PS: I MYSELF MUST APOLOGIZE FOR MY WORDINGS IN MY PREVIOUS COMMENTS 4 THOSE THAT MAY HAVE READ IT, THAT I AM "NOT" RACIST IN ANY WAY, SHAPE OR FORM.. THE TERMINOLOGY USED WAS USED AS PART OF MY HISTORY..
IT WAS USED JUST 2 SHOW THE IMPACT OF THE (WHAT WAS COINED "WHITES") & OUR PEOPLE
PRAY THAT MAKES SENSE 🙏
THANK U ONCE AGAIN SISTA
WARM REGARDS xx
LUCCILLE
Beautifully done! I took zero offense (you did well on the pronunciation) and I appreciate you so much for researching and *sharing. Aloha🤍
Aloha T A 🙏 Thank you so much for your kind words and understanding. I appreciate you taking the time to check out my video. Mahalo 🌺
right on gracespace..............................ano ai kealoha
Mahalo Maika, I appreciate you watching you my video and leaving me a comment 🙏