First Time Reaction to Israel IZ Kamakawiwoʻole

First Time Reaction to Israel IZ Kamakawiwoʻole - Somewhere Over The Rainbow

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@sarahlynnie2000 Жыл бұрын

The end of that video was the funeral for Brother IZ. Those were his ashes they were releasing into the ocean. Beautiful man, beautiful voice, beautiful soul.

@michaelwduffy Жыл бұрын

Oh my that is so sad 😕

@lynderherberts2828 Жыл бұрын

That's true.

@lynderherberts2828 Жыл бұрын

I was going to tell you the same thing. In fact, this was the first video of Izzy that I saw many years ago.

@trevorcrook5753 Жыл бұрын

Died of a heart attack . Not that surprising

@Woolint 11 ай бұрын

@@trevorcrook5753it isnt suprising but it is heartbreaking for a man like that to leave us so soon.

@blazeoftherazgrizsquadron9306 Жыл бұрын

Best part about this song? The fact that he came in one time to the recording studio at 3 am and did this all in one take.

@Phili_Robbo Жыл бұрын

That footage of spreading his ashes, is the real meaning of a celebration of life.

@KajunMoo70 Жыл бұрын

The song is actually sung by Judy Garland in the Wizard of Oz movie although Iz has taken some creative liberties with the lyrics to make it his own. Sadly, Iz passed away in 1997 and the ending scenes in the video is of his ashes being returned to his beloved waters in Hawaii.

@namparaohara9060 Жыл бұрын

This was his funeral. There's a youtube video of him singing at a local function and talking to the youth about drugs, and then he sings a song his brother-in-law, I believe, wrote. That song is so amazing. Also, in that video, it shows a group he was previously with and had fallen out with coming on stage and embracing and singing together again. It's quite emotional. I didn't find IZ until he was already gone. I wish I had known of him before. Thanks for your review.

@deborahdean Жыл бұрын

Iz is still so loved here in Hawaii. Can't believe he's been gone for so long. I was lucky enough to see him when he was still with the Makaha Sons.

@ChicagoDB Жыл бұрын

Iz was a simple man…gifted singer/musician…a beloved “native son” in Hawaii…and this mashup/medley has well over 1 billion views…he touched so many.

@dagmar.6954 Жыл бұрын

Such a beautiful version of this song. So many people have recorded it over the years but I feel this is one of the best. Sadly Israel IZ Kamakawiwoʻole died at the age of 38 in 1997. "Somewhere Over The Rainbow" was written for the 1939 film "The Wizard Of Oz" & was sung by actress Judy Garland. Eva Cassidy also does a great version of this song.

@michaelwduffy Жыл бұрын

Oh wow this isn’t the original?? 🤯🤯

@katrinacash6393 Жыл бұрын

@@michaelwduffy The lyrics are not original but IZ created his own melody and made the song his own.

@cucamongaphilips Жыл бұрын

@@michaelwduffy Yeah, now I'm thinking that you desperately need to see The Wizard of Oz. As an old person, I firmly believe that no childhood is complete without at least one watching of that and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. lol

@Lamm139 Жыл бұрын

Judy Garland was only 16 when she played in the "Wizard of OZ". She had such a beautiful voice, too. I still love this beautiful old film.

@powbobs 10 ай бұрын

@@michaelwduffy You’ve never heard of “the Wizard of Oz?

@janettetippetts7942 Жыл бұрын

Iz was a beautiful soul and a loving, beautiful and talented young man. His music will live forever in the hearts and souls of all who knew him. From what I've heard, thousands attended his traditional Hawaiian funeral (the ending video as they put his ashes into the sea.

@trudywolfe2795 Жыл бұрын

Most beautifully sung song ever. He's captivating. ❤❤

@terri2494 Жыл бұрын

It’s my understanding that this recording was impromptu. He was winging it from memory and got the verses all jumbled together. That’s always driven me nuts but I still love this version. In a way it actually adds to the dreamlike quality of the song. I think I heard one or two other songs by him. (My sister’s fiancé is Hawaiian 🌺.) But this song was a monster big hit. It was used in many movies and TV shows, including a particularly poignant episode of “ER “. It’s a shame IZ didn’t stick around longer. From what others have said about him and from his peaceful rendition of this song he seems to have had a beautiful soul.

@debbiethomasson2709 Жыл бұрын

His ukulele by itself, the waves erasing his footsteps..

@elizabethfranco1284 Жыл бұрын

Need to check out Judy Garland singing this from 1939 The Wizard of Oz an iconic masterpiece and her signature song

@chrispeterson1989 Жыл бұрын

A true ukulele virtuoso. His ability to play was legendary.

@elizabethfranco1284 Жыл бұрын

Original sung by Judy Garland in the movie The Wizard of Oz 1939

@omalyn Жыл бұрын

As a long time fan of IZ, all of his music is like this. It’s sweet and carefree, just beautiful and from what I’ve seen so was he. He passed away in 1997 at 38 years old and unfortunately I didn’t discover him until after he was gone. He lived his life in Honolulu, was a Hawaiian treasure. They flew the flags at half mass when he died. The end of this video was his funeral and I’ve watched it many times. His weight went up to 750 lbs before his death and one of the videos he made near the end of his life, was a message to young people, most of it in the Hawaiian language.

@nicholasgalarza9346 Жыл бұрын

Love love love him and you ❤

@abiabi521 Жыл бұрын

I Grew up hearing the rendition of this song in local teen talent competitions. I had the absolute pleasure of hearing IZ's amazing rendition a few years ago. It was one of the heart tugging theme songs at the end of the movie "FINDING FORRESTER" - a fantastic watch btw! This cover is outstanding and so was IZ! 💕💕

@donnamoskowitz4978 Жыл бұрын

RIP IZ! I have this version on my funeral song list just because it is so beautiful! A song I listen to every day is "Waterfall (whimsical) by country singer Dwight Yoakam. I've only seen one reactor post it on his channel! Should you post a reaction video be sure it is the Waterfall captured in The Live Room version! Love from Texas!!!

@michaelwduffy Жыл бұрын

I’ll add that to my list thanks Donna !!! :)

@Lokahi-fo-life Жыл бұрын

I’ve listened to this song and countless of other of IZ’s songs thousands of time and every time I get chills and goosebumps.

@diannaspang51 Жыл бұрын

You're right, he was a beautiful human being.

@mrjeffob Жыл бұрын

Fantastic voice.

@wolfbear7 Жыл бұрын

Michael, Love is indeed the most powerful force in the Universes. I got so sick of this song and then I heard Izzy sing it, and the pure innocent human love and hope it makes people feel is magic. The gift he gave us, if we share it with others, we can change the world. This is my first time encountering you online. You are a good man like most people actually start out as. We can share the love with others. We can Think Globally, and Act Locally. We can make a difference. Never Give Up.

@nanettecormier8513 Жыл бұрын

This was a 1939 Judy Garland hit from the movie The Wizard of Oz. Israel's arrangement was a thing of beauty!

@patsyelias8732 7 ай бұрын

Somewhere Over the Rainbow was wrote in 1939 for the movie, The Wizard of Oz.

@Daemonlord444 Жыл бұрын

This song was in 50 First Dates with Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore

@KoolT Жыл бұрын

Happy EASTER and passover NC BEACH

@trumphatesyou Жыл бұрын

This is one thing about social media that I love. Would have never heard of him if it wasn't for KZbin.

@GinMae 4 ай бұрын

Thanks, Michael - a beautiful rendition by a beautiful person..(you know the original by Judy Garland in Wizard of Oz) - "the Big Man" made this classic his own by changing up the rhythm & melody just a bit... voice of an angel... very respected & legendary in his native Hawaii... this one brings emotions... the memorial at the end is fantastic.. as they return his ashes to the sea...

@kyrasharp7048 Жыл бұрын

Always chokes me up at the end.😢

@elizabethfranco1284 Жыл бұрын

Written by Harold Arlen and E.Harburg

@sendmedoge8939 3 ай бұрын

It's a song about longing for the peace that comes after death.

@KoolT Жыл бұрын

Shaka. Mohola ❤❤❤❤❤

@teresasakisat2516 Жыл бұрын

IZ is Hawaiian 🌺 and you’ll love Hawaii if you like what you see. The islands is definitely paradise!

@donnabrockable Жыл бұрын

You NEED to watch The Wizard of Oz...no excuses please

@Oddworld2024 Жыл бұрын

You’ve heard the Judy Garland version before this would I hope. And from the most famous of movies. ? I know your young to know what order to hear songs. I forgive. 😉But this version is very pretty. And agreed this man had a heart. He wears it so obviously. What a joyful face. Beautiful sound. And this video is both beautiful and sad. Knowing it’s a kinda tribute. Wow. Melts my heart every time

@michaelwduffy Жыл бұрын

Not yet someone told me to check that version out so doing that ASAP!! Thanks for suggestion Kevin! 😃

@KoolT Жыл бұрын

Dolphins Followed his ashes. 💛💛💛💛💛💛

@stevewalsh4850 Жыл бұрын

Exactly my good man, it’s all about and in the soul 😎

@nefersguy Жыл бұрын

Judy Garland, the first to record this song said it was the greatest song ever written.

@robertcarter3768 Жыл бұрын

DUDE..This is from THE WIZARD OF OZ!!!!! Judy Garland was the first to sing this!!!!

@chrispeterson1989 Жыл бұрын

The song is from the wizard of oz

@barbaracline9064 Жыл бұрын

This song is from the 1939 movie, Wizard of Oz. Originally sung by superstar Judy Garland. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pYiVgo1tgNqUrqM

@deegomez2089 Жыл бұрын

My fave version of this song 🎶🎵 I want a name like that!! 💚

@bonniearagon1332 Жыл бұрын

His version of "Over the Rainbow " was scored in a few movies..Meet Joe Black..

@kimtalley4496 Жыл бұрын

His version is chill. I first heard his cover from the movie 50 First Dates.

@novemberwallace7059 11 ай бұрын

He sung from the heart and soul he would give advice to the boys and young men listen to his song in this life and white sandy beach also check out the song called soul shine by the Allman brothers

@kimtalley4496 Жыл бұрын

This song was originally sang by Judy Garland from the Wizard Of Oz.

@Dalvina-vg1gk Жыл бұрын

It's a remix of over the 🌈 and What a wonderful World 🌎

@gcarap Жыл бұрын

His full name is pronounced......Brotha Iz

@mailecummings7731 Ай бұрын

He had a group called Makaha Sons of Niihau. go and listen to their music.

@Nastyn1nja808 5 ай бұрын

Kamaka Vivo ole

@lisab.8827 Жыл бұрын

Louis Armstrong - What A Wonderful World , Mind Your Own Business by Hank Jr. Willie Nelson, Reba McEntire, Reverend Ike & Tom Petty and Jim Croce - Time in a bottle.

@profanepersonality Жыл бұрын

The Hellmans just discreetly hanging in the backround. 😂😂😂

@AlexSR__ Жыл бұрын

React to nsync - pop mtv 2001. There's a surprise at the end.

@scottsmith3003 10 ай бұрын

I'm a little late to the party and recently subscribed to your channel! You asked our 3 favorite feel-good songs, so here's mine. THIS one of course, also: Michael Buble's kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGGbq3l8gLh4prM and kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKLLdISQlq1njNU (I like this version of it because I'm a trombone player, and the trombonist in this is really good!)

@trudywolfe2795 Жыл бұрын

Mayo behind you ?????

@christopherjunkins 10 ай бұрын

heh, somewhere over the rainbow aka Judy Garland's piece in the Wizard of Oz.

@joannevincent2035 Жыл бұрын

The Polynesian people do not live in the Bahamas.

@michaelwduffy Жыл бұрын

Oops sorry didn’t know 😅

@byronharano2391 10 ай бұрын

50th State of our Union...Hawai'i. 😅

@Musicmanrobert 10 ай бұрын

Shame he died such a talented singer

@talltulip Жыл бұрын

This is indeed a beautiful rendition of a timeless song by a talented man with a sweet soul... just as you said. Now, I'd like to suggest another rendition of this song by another singer: Eva Cassidy. She's not super-famous, and her video only has 23 million views (a lot fewer than IZ's video), but in my personal opinion, it is the best performance of this song that I've ever found. I absolutely guarantee that you will be deeply moved. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKPHaYmhqblrrrs (I gave up making suggestions/requests for song reactions a while ago, because no one ever took my suggestions and I got frustrated. But this one was irresistible, and I just had to request it. Fingers crossed.)

@PALAUAN_OT Жыл бұрын

Bro I was distracted by the mayonnaise in the background

@johnandrews3151 Жыл бұрын

Yes, this is a very good cover but you should still review the original from the 1939 classic movie The Wizard Of Oz!

@thoru4367 10 ай бұрын

Could you do George Harrison - My Sweet Lord

@trudywolfe2795 Ай бұрын

Duh

@philclark4368 9 ай бұрын

I'm being respectful. It's nuts you don't know the wizard of Oz or the fact that people dumping ashes in the ocean might have meant he died. Goodness.