Hawaii's 'American Idol' finalist Iam Tongi performs homecoming concert

Thousands gathered on Oahu's North Shore last night to celebrate Hawaii's "American Idol" finalist Iam Tongi. Here's a recap.
#HINews #HNN

[@nancy9891]

His guitar playing ability is amazing . His voice is remarkable!

[@omandy320]

Iam has it all to become the new American Idol 2023!!! supporting from the Philippines!

[@user-yt4ov2un2p]

I have never felt so strongly about a contestant on any show for all my years, like I do with Iam!! He deserves every blessing that God has for him!! He’s a beautiful soul and I can’t wait for him to win this year!! We are voting and supporting you young man!! 💯🤙🤙❤️🎶🎤🙏🙏👍👍🔥🔥🙌🙌🥰🥇🥇

[@jeffiid4011]

I have Grandkids older than I am and he may be the best American Idol ever .

[@JC-il5hh]

He looks so happy. No matter who wins, Iam will never be "priced out of paradise" again! He is going to have an amazing career.

[@Sandra-by9rq]

I love this young man I actually have grandchildren older than he has but he's a marvelous young man you can see the goodness in him and you can hear it in his voice I'm sure his father is looking down and he's proud that this young man is his son and his mother she's got to be bursting with pride also. He's a gentle soul with the voice of an angel and he deserves to win it all. Then perhaps he can return to his beloved Hawaii to live that would be wonderful and I'm sure his father would be so proud.

[@user-yt4ov2un2p]

Exactly!! Agree with you 💯💯💯👍👍🤙🤙🥰🥰🎶🥇🙏🏆🏆🎤🔥🔥

[@NaeNae62]

Go IAM!!! My daughter and 3 granddaughters came to see you at this concert last night! They had a blast! Wish I was there too!!! You've GOT this!!

[@annevogle]

I hope he wins ..he is so real..I am sure he will have a career..but he.deserves this win...if he doesn't I think we should protest loud..and clear..a petition on.line. please don't forget to vote for Iam.

[@marthalisk303]

Gotta' VOTE 4 IAM...gotta' VOTE!!!!

[@user-yt4ov2un2p]

Yessah 🤙💯💯💯🤙🤙🤙

[@marvlynisidore7877]

It's amazing to watch the transformation of Iam from his first performance to this one, his confidence, his stage presence, him just being in his element on the stage just awesome. Let's not assume he has this in the bag, please vote, vote vote folks. There are 3 voting platforms please use all.

[@nonondriessen]

He's Happy and Free again, feeling his Dad's presence.♡ " Doing what you love is Freedom. Loving what you do is Happiness "

[@kawehionalani]

Imagine all the visitors here on vacation that went to this concert. What a treat!

[@glennrosa234]

Bruh, 1 of not only the best days of my life , went w my nephews & grand neice& nephews early to kick it on th beach @ turtle bay , beautiful day swimming w turtles also on th beach by us , then after several hrs we walked to the concert im older was kinda tired but So worth it, best Concert event Ive been to ?& ive been to Choke , long story short the Event was so Satisfying i dont have the words its was more if a Feeling of Family ,Aloha & straight up, Good Vibes, i mean every body was Happy, pleasent, Generous such a great Example of what us Locals are supposed to Live Aloha which Every body did at this Beautiful & FREE history making Event that can be described by prob 1 of the strongest, powerful Olelo words which is "PONO" yees siir Malama Pono gang!👊🤟🏽👍🤙 🤙

[@jasonr4655]

Stuck on you, got this feeling deep down in my soul that you just can’t lose!!! Texas is on your side!!! Vote Tongi!!!!!!!!!

[@wa210]

Same here from Texas too. You go brah

[@ashpole59]

I hope people get the time difference . ET , PT. Hawaii needs to vote right time.

[@TennesseeYaya]

Tell me he’s not a performer! Go Iam!! THIS is what his concert looks like!!

[@Sapz7]

Look at all that ALOHA ❤ and MANA ❤ is so heartfelt proud to be a Polynesian Hawaii you all came thru for IAM🥰🤗🎉🎉🙏🏼

[@mariesal3558]

I wonder what he will sing for the finale ! I’m so excited !!!

[@sbsk2526]

Jack Johnson & Iam would make great music together!

[@user-yt4ov2un2p]

Gosh he looks soooo happy and in his element!! This warms my heart with fuzzies!! God bless him real good🥰🥰🥰🥇🥇🥇🏆🏆🏆🎤🎶🙌🙌🤙🤙🤙🤙❤️❤️❤️ Im tellin ya this is our winner!! Vote vote vote people!! I make my whole family vote for him and I vote for him. And we got hoodies T-shirts and also helped him to have this homecoming journey by donating!!🤙🤙❤️❤️🥇🥇🔥🔥💯💯🥰🥰👍👍🙌🙌🏆🏆🎶🎶🎤🎤🥇🥇

[@mariesal3558]

What a beautiful buttery silky voice ! Melts my heart

[@ashpole59]

Me too..❤❤❤

[@GayleHart-kt3zo]

Yes indeed. Do hope he tour's Australia

[@RayW....]

Still humble....

[@susanamau5794]

Can't count how many times I'm watching this 😊❤

[@efurn7967]

amazing concert full of aloha!! Go Iam Tongi!

[@whooshkaboomie]

Have heard this kid sing Fijian Love songs with perfect pronunciation of the words which shows that he has an amazing ability to learn something different and then put his spin to it. Awesome talent. Good Luck Toko on your journey.....

[@kkevin58]

Background his success is pray his father in heaven.. God bless just 18 age young guys 안녕하세요.

[@betty-jeanfarr5570]

Iam your voice is outbof this world. I can't stop listing to you sing

[@andrewcox5108]

Your father will be so proud of you my brother just like me

[@glendaowens8153]

Besides a beautiful voice there is something about I'm that touches my heart.

[@leeannkostyniuk7111]

So rightly deserved I’m glad you got treated like that because you’ve worked really hard and you deserve it

[@sellysnyman294]

IAM TONGI, you are a STAR. You are made to sing it is so natural for you. I will buy your music for sure. Love love love you. My votes go to you ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ashpole59]

Get his new single NOW!!

[@superswiftest]

Hopes he win Idol , he deserved it really and for the Polynesian people of Hawaii

[@gottabesometime6632]

IAM....your voice is outstanding....THE WORLD LOVES YOU...and a wee secret WE IN NEW ZEALAND have the same incredible voices and have done for YEARS...PRINCE TUI TEKA, HOWARD MORRISON..and many many more. Problem then the world didnt know or have access to this incredible singers...NOW IT'S YOUR TIME TO SHINE IAM...and the next local maori guitar 🎸 🎸 I am at...I will raise my glass to you and the beautiful voices of yesteryear!!!

[@southaucklandpain9047]

💙

[@frontyardfoodwithgardenergray]

Iam there is a reason the whole world has fallen head over heals in love with you. The world needs the light, love, and joy you bring in spades so much right now. I detest AI bit have followed this whole season because of you. I love you and wish you abundance for a lifetime. Thank you for shining for us all. And please just always stay Iam Tongi!

[@khloriasagato5191]

Nothing but Love for you Iam all the best ❤❤

[@user-yt4ov2un2p]

He is so loved!! Awe🥰🥰🥰 What a treasure and blessing he is!! ❤️💯🤙🥰👍🏆🥇🙏🔥🙌🎶🎤

[@dadvsdiabetes4621]

I keep saying. Wether he wins the show or not he’s already got it all. Exposure and confidence was all he needed. Better to not be locked in on that American idol contract. Either way I’m rooting for ya to win Iam!

[@iris089]

He has to win. So Vote.

[@theresasears5968]

He's amazing

[@user-yt4ov2un2p]

Awe just beautiful🥰🥰❤️❤️🔥🔥🔥

[@maryparas1313]

#yessahblessah we lava you ❤❤❤

[@agnescarbonilla4642]

Go Iam❤ Lava u 🇵🇭 🇨🇦

[@lisacolon6278]

Tongi all your work with your dad !! payed off , you gain a lot of confidence with the help of the American idol, your voice is very pleasant ,I can't stop listening to your song , your going far in the music industry, best of luck, you are blessed Amen 🙏

[@mariaelenairizarry149]

❤🎉 it's nice to be home congratulation 😊 🙏💕💕🎉🎉

[@FilmandVideoFun]

I just started watching, and the winning vibe has already enveloped my soul. Congratulations and power to you and your follower$. To your family and friends, best wishes! What a wonderful season of Idol. Loved so many and sorry/sad those not faved like you. Looking forward to the finale! Stay true my friend.

[@betty-jeanfarr5570]

Iam, your are our Next IZ KAMAKAOKALANI. MAUI LOVES YOU. ALOHA... our next american idol😊😊😊❤❤❤

[@user-ld8yv9zh9m]

Iam voice always bring tears .OMG. this young lad deserves it. Go for it bro...

[@nazyaacob]

The phenomenon that is, Iam ... let's ride this journey with him! The Next American Idol!

[@kamakoa]

Cheehoohooo yessir let's go Iam cheehoohooo Yessah

[@kisalei]

Totally in his element❤TEAM TONGI🎉FTW🎉

[@cadesfamilytime1675]

Love ❤️ this

[@doloresespadillaespadilla1724]

Young Man congratulations 👍👏☝️☝️☝️😇🙏💕

[@pambonham9898]

This young man has a heart of gold He has a beautiful vioce and has has a beautiful soul.IamTongi.❤💐man he can sing anything they give him and puts a lot of soul in it .winner 20 -23❤🎉Pamela. Australia Melbourne 🇦🇺 ❤💐

[@sellysnyman294]

Iam I lava you ❤❤❤❤

[@fiestasmoonbeam6047]

Love you, Iam. Especially when you sang "Over the Rainbow." Sounded almost like the HI singer who sang & passed away. God bless you on your journey all the days of your life. I am a Southern California native & proud of it even if CA politics 😉 have ruined my Golden Gate State. I grew up learning the dance of "hula" that at 60, I still remember. Aloha and lots of DSNY magic hoping you have won tonight!

[@zaidagarcia8369]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤no words!!! Just love for this guy

[@karenheim1043]

Love Iam he is the best singer & so nice & sweet.

[@neca1216]

So beautiful that all the wonderful people's we love him❤🎙🎵🎶your album is beautiful I love it more more❤ God bless!

[@debbiebeaulieu6787]

We love you Iam ❤🎶⭐️

[@lawraleenahnee8848]

Love IAM TONGI. WHAT A BLESSINGS TO HAWAII HOME BOY

[@sollyscott3067]

I'm so happy for him 😊 good singer.good luck . keep up good work.god bless you and your family.u makes me happy.everyone watching u.❤😊

[@user-pq5be7kl7k]

I am so proud of this young man he’s only 18 I love him and l hope he wins

[@patreciabestudio6605]

Aim Tongi capture the people heart.❤Well done Aim.Mabuhay.😘👏🎉

[@topshelf6771]

I ❤ IAM!!! I PRAY THAT HE WINS. AI voters are good for choosing the wrong contestant. Either way I pray for Iam and his musical journey and wish him continued blessings!!!❤❤

[@user-pq5be7kl7k]

I love this kid

[@elenorsaafi9199]

Malo Iam I love it ‘Ofa atu 🫶

[@beatricescott7385]

A beautiful soul ❤❤❤

[@ryanb.472]

So much love.

[@eddiezorro1]

Looking Forward for his record deal. Loving it.

[@742Timbox]

You’re my favorite American idol ever Iam ever

[@paulhawaii2352]

awsome go win it for hawaii good luck hawaii

[@tagovailoajuniorandmichell9151]

Amazing he’s only 18! Still a baby in my book..hana hou IAM! Talofa, Aloha and Mālō lelei from Texas 🤙🤙

[@emmef7970]

Dang, I love Jack Johnson. Congrats Iam, wishing you all the best and much success.

[@johannalmt]

Happy happy happy

[@Sexy_ruati]

he's so sweet

[@amymcgahee7777]

We love you Iam Tongi ❤️

[@elfeira7677]

Lesssgggoo Iam #808 to da world❤❤

[@Minimumholloway]

Wow 😮

[@bonniemshriver2856]

THat cameraman that keeps walking behind is distracting, annoying..Love you Iam

[@zeeseei2450]

That’s probably American idols cameramen they have to capture it so they can edit for the show later.

[@agneskunibrown2991]

That's right Budda you go Laie always aloha and much love ❤❤

[@gracenightingale5163]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ very nice performer Ima

[@theresadevito3217]

YESSAH❗️😍🏝️💞

[@KZ-do7vo]

LOVE LOVE this gentle soul touching young man ❤️❤️❤️

[@johnrodrigues5136]

He's going to win it all

[@ivanabremond-gu5tn]

❤❤❤❤

[@coligs]

I am a new fan💖

[@Ybshy]

That’s one talented bruddah!🤙🏾

[@fj6763]

Tonga 🇹🇴 🇹🇴 ❤

[@topshelf6771]

HIS DAD WOULD BE SOOOO PROUD!!!😩😭😍

[@savunnplang8314]

I have to go to his concert.

[@andreaolinger816]

He is already a Winner in my opinion. Absolutely love and Cherish this young man ❤️🙏🏽❤️

[@lisalogan8587]

This bradda knows exactly what he's doing. Cheee hooo!!!! Sang bradda sing!

[@COCOCHI143]

Awesome. 🙂

[@Marshael1ManBandandMC]

Hawaii❤❤

[@veemashensky3456]

Congratulations Iam Tongi.

[@dppauldkhar1216]

Hi keep it up ❤❤❤🎉

[@GayleHart-kt3zo]

Magnificent Iam, ima huge fan from Victoria, Australia. Shame damm flags distraction filming. Much Love n Blessings to you.

[@ashpole59]

Vote vote vote dont assume Iam will win. He cant win if we dont vote!!!! 30x

[@d.j.7069]

Let's hope the country/teen girl vote doesn't outdo the Polynesian/Asian vote and make Colin the idol! He's good, but he's NO Iam Tongi. God bless Iam and all he is to our world.

[@ashpole59]

@@d.j.7069 yes its gonna be close. And Hawaii will have to get the time difference right. 🤘

[@d.j.7069]

@@ashpole59 Yes, they are smart ... I'm voting for Iam as many as I can from CA!

[@topshelf6771]

@@d.j.7069 OMG! Thank you for saying this as I have been saying this for YEARS!!! Most people (teenaged girls) don't vote based on talent but looks. 😮

[@DADEMANA]

yesir

[@gincycrisp6054]

Love it you are the next American I'm praying I know you will we love you iam

[@lisaderubio1709]

✨♥️✨

[@shirleysanford5935]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@nizzmo5]

iaorana from tahiti 🤙

[@craigfirestone5013]

I AM reminds me of Willie Spense. Hope he does well!😊🎉