FIRST TIME REACTING TO | Stan Walker "Don't Dream It's Over"

[@jeffwhiteside3475]

That would be the Maori language. We're rather proud of Stan Walker here in New Zealand, since he won Australian Idol in 2009. So yes, there IS a connection with our big brother, Australia. We have a friendly rivalry with Australia, but both countries are fiercely independent! The mastermind behind Crowded House is also a kiwi, like Stan, Neil Finn, new Zealand music royalty. Crowded house was a 3 person band, one from New Zealand, one Australian, one from the UK. They established their career in Australia.

[@lanaphillips8215]

He was born in Melbourne Australia but he whakapapa Māori. Te Arawa, Tūhoe, Ngāi Te Rangi and Ngāti Porou ❤

[@bodybalanceU2]

the original trio was neil from nz and paul and nick were/are australian - no UK person in the original trio

[@nikkil2580]

You need to find his live studio version of this. Its impeccable. His film clip for I Am is INSANELY GOOD and I cant stop watching it and Amazing Grace is beautiful. So many great choices with Stan

[@taua3645]

Watch his live studio recording. It's harmonies and sound are so pure

[@addienaacrew8030]

There was a time he thought that he might never sing after his stomach was removed because of the cancer that was present but thank god Stan was able to find his voice again. Stan has always used his voice as a tool to help uplift people, he sings from his heart and soul. Stan has written, sang and produced the song for a movie entitled’Origin’ it’s well worth checking out ‘I am’ (the official video) it was shot live in New Zealand by Stan and 2 of his other friends, it’s very impressive. Enjoy your reactions 👍

[@leuinangawaka309]

Don't dream it's over is Stans version of another New Zealand band who sings the original. The language in the song is the New Zealand indigenous people the Maori language. We love him too.

[@kittybluett8887]

@@ISBayHudsonok never heard of the Australian members of the band, Finn brothers yes, Tim and other family members joined the band later so they are a New Zealand band. You guys again trying to claim something of ours again.

[@ISBayHudson]

@@kittybluett8887 Neil Finn was the only NZ member of the original crowded house line up

[@kittybluett8887]

@@ISBayHudson so what, he was the only famous one until Tim joined and other family members. Never heard of the Aussie guys.

[@davidsmith8475]

Stan is an amazing singer, definately as said watch his live version from the studio as well as his I Am song.

[@KahuBishop]

He is Singing in The language of Māori and is from our beautiful homeland of Aotearoa(New Zealand) 🩵

[@simonryan8858]

He is singing in Maori, Stan was born in Melbourne Australia to NZ parents, grew up in Australia and won Australia Idol. He moved back to NZ and is a proud Maori New Zealander and strong advocate for his native people and culture . I am an Aussie and as proud of Stan as anyone our countries share a very close bond By the Way Happy Australia Day : )

[@honet8661]

Stan walker was born in New Zealand, and the language he is singing in is Te Reo Māori.

[@lindascott6902]

To be clear, New Zealanders born on Australian soil are NOT Australian citizens. Stan is a New Zealand citizen only, grew up in both countries, lives in New Zealand and is married to a fellow Kiwi. He competed in the Australian Idol as the NZ Idol show only ran from 2004 to 2006.

[@Tamati-zk1ok]

He was born in newzealand when he was 4 that's when he moved to Australia don't believe everything the internet says 😂

[@bodybalanceU2]

stan did not grow up in australia he was born there but grew up in nz - the maori/kiwi accent gives it away - if he grew up in Australia he would have had an aussie accent

[@maryannesmith1392]

You must listen to the song I AM, it’s for the movie origin. Co written by Stan and also the video to it done by him and his cousin. U will see the scenery of New Zealand and it will give u an insight of his culture . As a New Zealander we are proud of Stan and what he gives to his people.

[@Cbella82]

Stan was born in Melbourne and spent his life split between Australia and New Zealand. He’s Maori ❤

[@MK-oc4gt]

Fyi, Stan is Maori and Maori are indigenous to Aotearoa New Zealand. The language he is singing in is Maori.

[@kennedyyoung1911]

Girl this is the 3rd video Ive watched you reacting to Stan. You might be obsessed!

[@viviennemcgreal7039]

And she's a pretty good singer too right

[@shellykokiri]

Aotearoa (New Zealand) in the house, not Australian he’s a Māori boy

[@petersanders3812]

Yea he's maori but he was born in aussie lol

[@Polynesianwahinemaori]

Lol True the only thing he doesn't consider himself Australian but I don't mind I'm just glad he's Māori​@@petersanders3812

[@bodybalanceU2]

except kiwis born on australian soil are not considered australian citizens as far as the aussie government is concerned - he has kiwi parents so is considered a kiwi but can apply for aussie citizenship he then is an aussie in the eyes of the aussie government - howard changed all the laws when it came to kiwis in Australia - also the nz government considers him a kiwi as his mother is a kiwi so citizenship of nz is automatic - also stan grew up in nz so he really isn't considered an aussie at all just physically born there and lived there a couple of year when he went on Australian idol

[@richardnraikaraika5507]

Im a Maori NZer. Our Stan is amazing live and love all of his music.. He will leave you in a pool of tears.❤ Just amazing.

[@munzy5865]

Yes you did induct him into the infamous PDC on your " Ultralight Beam " reaction. Stan is awesome

[@shanejohnston4329]

Stan is a New Zealander, He is Maori. He competed and won the Australian Version of a Talent show. Stan has been around a while but got really sick,.He recovered and although changed he has evolved.

[@TE19M]

He use to sing in a worship team. So that does explain how he sounds gospel singer. He’s def a soulful singer. And he’s Māori from NZ.

[@seluvaiafunaki5838]

He is Maori, native of New Zealand but he was born in Melbourne, Australia so they travel back n forth between Australia and New Zealand. He is singing on his native language (Maori).

[@lindascott6902]

Lovely Britt, if you’re interested in reacting to Stan again and also listen to vocals in Te Reo Maori, plus see some of our beautiful country and the Maori culture, you might want to consider his official video for “I Am”

[@jdw9397]

Yes-he does sing gospel. His Amazing Grace is AMAZING!

[@kenglasson2920]

Now as I said the other day, you need to see him do "I am" from the music for the movie "Origin"

[@terenasimons5247]

A crowded house classic written by our amazing song writer and singer Neil Finn. Crowded house is a mix of Aussies and kiwis in the band. Yeah I remember you doing a reaction to crowded house. Enjoy his other music!!!!

[@tmahue9541]

Hey girl ❤ thanks for this your reaction 🎉🎉 very beautiful

[@francesmarinapatarangawhik4702]

Hi Britt, Aroha the love of Stan. He is so humble...a powerful voice...Peace🤙☝️😌

[@khunjohn1054]

This was the Crowded House hit from way back

[@simianinc]

Yes. She reacted to The Crowded House version a couple of weeks back

[@annereidy7981]

This is a great CH song, don't mess with it!

[@rayjermyn4541]

totally agree with Nikki's comment below - the studio version with the background singers is very special

[@siouxzblu9790]

Miles Cyrus and Ariana Grande did a version of this song a few years ago which brought this song into the lime light in your country. It's a lovely version of an iconic Australasian song.

[@nvwcj22]

Correction, it's a New Zealand song! Crowded House is a NZ band.

[@arikiwilliams]

He's from New Zealand and singing in English and Maori(native New Zealand language) Also Crowded House is from New Zealand/Australia

[@tracicoxhead7509]

I am Maori Stan is speaking Te Reo Maori Stan is indigenous to Aotearoa (New Zealand)

[@carolinethompson6592]

You should watch his live version of this, it's out the gate ❤

[@sirjohn2248]

One of my all time favorites

[@Frank-rx8ch]

I like your curiosity. Born in Aus. Made in Aotearoa/NZ. Singing in Maori language. Maori do have that gospel voice singing in kapa haka and choirs through their church.

[@G4M30V3Rtwzla]

he is Maori Born in New Zealand spent his teens in Australia then came back to New Zealand that Language is the Maori language from New Zealand also known as Aotearoa and the band crowded house is an Australian Band formed with new Zealand and Australian Musicians

[@samoasilasila5782]

You need to react to AMAZING GRACE BY STAN WALKER YOU WILL THANK ME LATER!!!

[@kazza2024]

He is singing in Maori from New Zealand .Watch the live version. Crowded house is the original artist also from New Zealand.

[@chrisbarrett4098]

Chur my girl, Stan hails from Aotearoa (New Zealand) he is Maori the indigenous people of said country. He sings sometimes in Te Reo (Maori language) God bless ya laydee👍

[@jillmcfadzean5847]

Stan is a Kiwi & he's singing part of the song in Te Reo Maori.

[@wendyhodges7172]

I feel like I am back in a Pentecostal church. I love it!!!

[@Cons1]

Please react to both (Amazing Grace) & (Circle of life) 2x good covers from Stan 😎

[@katiesmalley9292]

i love watching you react to Stan songs ❤❤❤😂

[@lynnemclaughlan996]

Loved Stan’s magical voice since I heard him on Australian idol which he went on to win, he is as others have said is indigenous to Aotearoa (NZ) he is a wonderful young man, I admire him greatly for embracing his culture, hes a very humble man, he’s never forgotten who he is and where he came from, I believe he did grow up singing in church, I’ve read different versions of where he was born and where he grew up, I’ve read he was born in NZ but raised in Australia, I’ve read he was born in NZ and raised in Mt Maunganui Tauranga on the Marae, but went to Australia with his parents at a young age, I’ve read he was born in Melbourne, but as a kiwi am so proud of his achievements, he’s a fine young man, he lives back in Aotearoa now with his beautiful wife and two kids, and every song of his is beautiful, not a single one I don’t like, he can sing any song much better than the original 😍👍

[@louisegrant8784]

Yes have a watch of the studio version with the Levites its pretty special ❤

[@spritzalicious9937]

Thanks for your reaction! 😄Agree re the swag! There's a beautiful live studio performance of 'Don't Dream it's Over' available on Spotify: 'Don't Dream It's Over', Stan Walker - live with the Levites, 2020. It's also on KZbin. Stan is Maori - an indigenous person of New Zealand. Born in Australia and grew up both in NZ (on his ancestral land) and Australia. Now lives in NZ. Maori sounds a bit like Spanish - but there are way less consonants (no s, z, ch sounds etc.).

[@richiejordan8640]

Hi Brit, loving your reactions to Stan. Yes you've already inducted him into the Penny Dropper Club for "I am the Colour". If you loved this you'll love the Live Studio version. Check out Newlight too.

[@MereanaKarauna]

No way Hun! Hes ours - New Zealand MAORI! KIWI BOY THRU AND THRU!!!

[@electlady1955]

Crowded House is from NZ I love your reaction to Stan please listen to his studio version and with Isaiah Firebrace who is Indigenous of Australia

[@raheretewaharoa9280]

There is a version I would love for you to look at where he sings this song in a studio with the backup singers. You can really hear the vocals there

[@jdw9397]

Wait until you hear his Amazing Grace! And his new song I Am for the movie Origen is AMAZING! There is buzz about it being nominated for an Oscar!

[@sammatangi5109]

two songs that you will absolutely love of Stans is 1. choose and 2. Rua look for them you will love these songs

[@bodybalanceU2]

stan walker is a Maori from aotearoa/nz singing in his native language Maori

[@MrT67]

Christchurch, New Zealand, my home town.

[@TeresaTaakaTe-kaute-b1v]

HE'S SINGING IN HIS CULTURAL TONGUE TE REO MAORI

[@MereanaKarauna]

Sssssshh Hun and just ENJOY!!!

[@tamatirangiuaia140]

Would love if you reacted to the live studio version of this

[@tlodland1]

Nice voice, Britt. ❤️

[@NamesRissa]

React to How Great Thou Art by Stan Walker. The vocals from each of his family members is golden!

[@goldmanz4852]

Pregnancy Brain Frog lol.... funny lady, love it. And love the reaction...

[@Andrewgrace55]

Stan is the man born in *NEW ZEALAND* Is fully Maori.

[@MsHGH1]

Yes - you inducted him into the PDC last video! :)

[@j.a.8397]

@britreacts Please react to Emmylou Harris' Ballad of a Runaway Horse!!!!! Or anything else by her.

[@Dan-o1k]

You look fabulous Brit ❤

[@lesal.1373]

No matter who sings this song, it takes me to a Stephen King 1994 tv mini series The Stand, based on my favorite book.

[@valao3443]

He is Maori. Every time he sings in language that's the his mother tongue (Maori - first nations people of New Zealand)

[@akerrr__________________6610]

Wow absolutely marvellous “Allen Walker” 😂😂

[@F0RTY4]

When Stan said the word Whanau (Far - no) in his introduction, the meaning is Family, just to let you know, great reaction.

[@wayneturner3929]

Thank you for your informative comment👍

[@djfadez09]

That’s the New Zealand Māori language, I should know cause I live in New Zealand myself.

[@MadVill04]

Other throwback tracks you should check out are his cover of purple rain and his cover of superstar if you want to see what young stan sounded like

[@HayleyPamela22]

New Zealand girl. He’s maori and singing in maori 😊

[@rickpetersen1745]

Crowded House 1980s

[@lonoleneuoti2740]

check out his cover of this Crowded House hit with the Levites (doing the backings) in studio. Much clearer.

[@jamieallam8809]

Stan is a committed Christian definitely sang in the church

[@keithaheta-u9n]

If you're interested there is a documentary about his fight with stomach cancer that you can check out:)

[@southerlybreeze16]

Kia ora tuahine, (greetings sister), kai te tika tāu (you are right) he sung in the church. Kukarahia (google) He Māori ā ia (he is Māori), from Aotearoa or New Zealand, from the South Pacific, past Australia, down under, down under in the sticks. Katakata (Lol). Awsome listening to your comments. Oh yeah, Ko te reo Māori (the Māori language) is what he is singing in. Mauri Ora tuahine. Be well😃

[@faithturner7571]

Christchurch is in New Zealand South Island

[@maliaferraro915]

YOU NEED TO REACT TO HIS VERSION OF AMAZING GRACE!! Talk about taking you all the way to church ⛪️ Also, react to I AM, the video clip from the new Origin movie. 🔥🔥 He's from New Zealand and the language he is using Te Reo Maori

[@rastamango1169]

No your right he sang in church he attest to that at his AGT audition (or was it the voice). The Anointing can't be faked

[@strickystrickland5065]

He’s was born in Australia but he’s Maori indigenous to New Zealand

[@joshowen3195]

Should react to his studio version. And plus Lion King 🤚

[@cbobwhite5768]

Carol Burnett Show Outtake, "The Elephant Story". Explained by Vicki Lawrence(Mama). The cut that didn't make it to TV. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bF7LZoSoj5Z_g9U

[@hellurmoto3163]

You have a beautiful voice yourself Britt! 😍😍😍😍 He is singing in Te Reo Maori (native language) from our Aotearoa NZ 🇳🇿🤍 Can i recommend you react to “I AM” by Stan Walker please?

[@MereanaKarauna]

#BOOOM! Your NOT Wrong Darling!

[@raheretewaharoa9280]

I would also love if you could do a review on the I am song of his. You are the best review vocalist I ve seen support his work. I would also like to say that he nearly died of cancer

[@ARMY-MR]

Te Reo Māori - The Māori Language❤

[@rayveukiso2290]

Check out his "I am" soundtrack of new movie Origin 👌

[@als423]

❤❤❤❤

[@MereanaKarauna]

Maori Darling! MAORI which is our Native Language from New Zealand Honey!!!

[@Danieljohn1935]

Can you react to Guy Sebastian believer he is a australian singer,songwriter and a coach on the voice australia and won australian Idol in 2003

[@martinpauga8155]

React to Stan Walker song, called, Thank You tribute to his mom

[@martinpauga8155]

You’ll love it PS you might need tissue lol

[@GIsaacs]

Hahaha 😃 Maori from Aotearoa

[@RICARDO_7991]

We're still waiting for your reaction to his song I Am

[@doverhughes8054]

He singing in Te Reo Maori

[@scottishguard]

Original studio version, by the original band (Crowded House) is way better. I highly recommend it.

[@robfalwasser4200]

Stan walker is kiwi new Zealand 🇳🇿 Maori where the new Zealand all blacks rugby 🏉 team from

[@robfalwasser4200]

Crowded house is from New Zealand 🇳🇿 stan walker from New Zealand 🇳🇿 and the all blacks are from New Zealand.

[@hanabaker4524]

React to He Kakano Ahau - Stan Walker as well please! 🙏

[@stevennicholas3030]

It is Maori language. Hawaiian language have very similar words to maori

[@markrusden3651]

He’s Maori from Aotearoa

[@hmmmyeahnahdoh823]

That's how most Maori's sing. Stan just does it a tiny bit better😂.

[@tamatirangiuaia140]

Please also react to his cover of AMAZING GRACE

[@K1DFR3SH77]

React to his studio version of this song