Kaulana Na Pua

[@susanmiyashiro9258]

I listen to this everyday! What a powerful song about our Queen Lili'uokalani!

[@armandosierra7417]

This is the "Stone Eating" song of protest, which was written by Eleanor Prendergast in 1893. It is also known as Mele Aloha Aina, the "Patriot's Song" and is still popular in Hawaii today, although it is not clear how many non-Hawaiian speaking listeners are aware of the song's historical significance or the profound antipathy to U.S. annexation in its lyrics. Queen Lili'uokalani wanted to reverse the "Bayonet Constitution" that her brother, KIng Kalakaua, was forced to sign. In other words, she wanted to restore the voting rights to our Hawaiian people and to also restore power to the Hawaiian monarchy. In that process, she made many enemies, especially those who had political control and power. Many plantation owners, who were mostly haole, had political power at that time and that is how the Committee of Safety (13 members) was formed. The Committee of Safety forced the abdication of Queen Lili'uokalani. That is the historical background regarding this song. Any comments or questions are always welcomed. Armando Sierra

[@pattidomingo6994]

I love this mele abd a great reminder of how the Queen felt and fought for our independance. These are not taught in public schools today.

[@marnold2791]

How I found out that this was a protest song was when a group sang this song where each verse was followed by an English translation. Does anyone know the name of the group? It was very powerful!

[@BrandieBear1]

Thank you 💕

[@JustinAlani-in3lg]

You put it so eloquently.

[@hubertcrevels9843]

The members of the ‘Committee of Safety’ were descendants of the G.D missionaries from the U.S. They stole Hawaii from the islanders.

[@dorgana68]

I cannot comprehend who are the 343 people who dislike this heavenly hymn. I am Greek born and raised and proud to be one. But Hawai'i shook me to the core. Profoundly affected, humbled, and in love with that aina. I am not a Hawaiian, but I am a child of this earth, so there's love to and from any place I walk on. Mahalo 🙏🏻

[@tommyfindlay]

440 Ass holes

[@jeang3130]

oh how I agree with you, I too am not Hawaiian, but I love the people, they are true golden people and long may the Aloha spirit live.

[@MrHistory269]

Holy hell u are right how can anyone dislike this

[@isabasoom5052]

I also make mine your words! Mahalo!!!!

[@Itz_phanthom]

@Amy Dorgan I late,but thank you ^^ I am hawaiian 🌺 people like you are very nice ^^

[@LarryWestfall]

Having lived in Hawaii for over 20 years before retiring to Thailand, I can honestly say that this video made me want to pack my bags and fly back immediately. Absolutely beautiful.

[@armandosierra7417]

Hawaiian is such a beautiful language. I shake my head to think it was banned in school for a long period. I'm proud of my Hawaiian heritage and our Hawaiian language. Kaulana Nā Pua" is a Hawaiian patriotic song written by Eleanor Kekoaohiwaikalani Wright Prendergast in 1893 for members of the Royal Hawaiian Band who protested the overthrow of Queen Liliʻuokalani and the Hawaiian Kingdom.

[@dorisward6745]

I am learning Hawaiian language now with Duolingo and I absolutely love it. I love the language, the music, tradition. All of it, one day I hope to go there. Malama pono

[@clementdeguzman205]

As a native if the land. I am so Proud to be HAWAIIAN. Yes it is sad what happened to my people. However what was wrong is wrong. No changing that. Our ansestor ok left there knowledge behind fir us so we know the truth. By expression of our Hula and Mele keeps us close to our God 🙏. Mahalo to. All who enjoy our lifestyle and our people. Mahalo nui.

[@MrAxelLF]

I have listened to this song many times over the years, and finally realized that this was a great project of love for Hawaii.

[@LottiDotti76]

Hawaii was the first place I was stationed after I joined the Air Force. Best 3 years of my life. I loved it there. The food, people, music, culture etc. I made some life long friends there. I was there in 1997-1999 and I know I could go there now and have a place to stay without even having to ask. I am as haole as they come, but I could go to the west side of Oahu to Wianiai where I was told they don't like white people over there. After making friends with some of the local people, they took me over there to a beach party. I was nervous because of all the horror stories I heard. I was respectful and didn't act like a moron and was accepted like I lived there my whole life. I could go there right now and walk in like nothing I am sure. As long as you were respectful they would treat you like their own family. I loved it over there. I miss it so much.

[@LottiDotti76]

@annadecastro-uu7td was that comment meant for me? It makes no sense whatsoever.

[@marnold2791]

Any “no breaths” can be welcomed and accepted if they are humble not brash, soft spoken and not a loud mouth, generous and not a skinflint when invited to a home or party. For example, bring poke not potato chips!

[@marnold2791]

To annadecastro who says lottidotti’s comments make no sense whatsoever, please read the above comments. We locals understand it absolutely! Evidently, you’re not from Hawaii!

[@Artari]

rest in peace Palani Vaughan...we lost two beloved musicians from Hawaii this year and featured in this video... the other Ernie Cruz Jr. your music will live on ♡ aloha

[@gabe1377]

Their spirits live on through their beautiful voices and message they have left behind. I'm not Hawaiian so pardon my ignorance...at the beginning is that the Hawaiian Flag Chant being recited by the children? I've heard it once before and thought I recognized it. Such a beautiful statement and may the younger generation keep alive such a beautiful culture!

[@allenmartin9375]

And now Roland Cazimero...three great musicians in to short a time...Aloha and RIP

[@1124chichi]

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[@auntiebobbolink]

Miss all those who have left us too soon. Want to add...Kumu Hula Palani Kahala. Mahalo and aloha, Palani. 💖

[@zlatkokovach7862]

Those who die in the fight for freedom live forever. May Hawaii be free! My my homeland of Macedonia also be free!

[@bodo_travel]

It’s 2023 and I keep coming back to this. I miss home. This brought tears to my eyes.❤

[@kajathekid]

As a norwegian who live far far away from Hawai'i I feel at some point I lived on the hawaiian islands in my past life. Been to O'ahu twice and both times I felt "I'm home now". Thank you so much for the video. I can play it over and over again. Aloha

[@MrHonification]

Yes!

[@teripalakiko526]

Lemuria

[@nd4804]

My heart is heavy with love for all that is beautiful in these people who sing for the Islands. May we find the grace to listen with equal passion and understanding.

[@paalani27]

Very difficult to listen to this mele without getting emotional. Don’t truly know why but it does. Just feel it tugging at my naʻau with deep ferocity. Aloha ʻĀina, aloha ʻōiwi, aloha ka ʻĪo.

[@auntiebobbolink]

I got emotional reading your reply. Hawaiian music touches the heart and soul, and this mele in particular. Many thanks to the haku mele and artists who articulate it.

[@rayemedeiros6386]

I feel it too this song is I feel is of protest. Me pukiki original ohana since 1879.

[@drfutato]

I every time and I don’t know why and can’t explain or understand the emotion.

[@kalaoahaole]

Cause every Koa, every point of a'a, every lapping wave along the sacred shores has been crying sine 1893 #itwasatuesday

[@chanceram]

I got emotional the first time seeing this and now again as I rekindle with this song while listening to a Na Hoku Hanohano 2022 playlist. Must be in my blood (maternal grandma was pure Hawaiian)!🤙🏽

[@oliviacasino8888]

It’s 2024…thank you, Hawaii for your welcoming arms during many, many visits over the years. I love and respect your Islands, your heritage, your culture and the blessings you have given to others. Beautiful people, beautiful islands. Sharing your world made my life so, so much richer in that I think your music is what still quiets my soul.

[@yolandacoyaso1044]

Hawaii born and raised, left 4 years ago to be with my childhood sweetheart who is also Hawaii born and raised. In our senior years have a dream of returning to the Aina our home land, our roots. Our dreams will happen for we are in progress. Aloha from the heart

[@FawknHayn2986]

To all us kanakas living in the states and listening to this in 2021 and missing home. I feel your pain my kanakas.

[@diverhi]

I first heard this song during my honeymoon trip in Kauai in 1997, this mele stuck in my heart. It is so beautiful and well put together. I am not a Hawaiian, but I can feel the Hawaiian people's love for their beautiful land and the frustration with what have been taken away from them. I love Hawaiian musics and hula.

[@larryakiyama37]

I’m not Hawaiian but love this song.

[@bethfurry7461]

I visited Hawaii in 1985. The second I stepped off the plane I could sense the warm, peaceful ambiance. It happened to be the week of the Kamahameha music contest, and played from every t.v. and radio on the island. Sooo beautiful. Thank you, Hawaii. Unforgettable!

[@KahunaGuru]

WHEN WE WERE YNG WE WERE FORBIDDEN TO SPEAK HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE ,,,, WHAT WE SPOKE WE SPOKE AT HOME . A BIG MAHALO TO THOSE THAT HAVE KEPT IT ALIVE KAMEHAMEHA SCHOOL HAS DONE SO MUCH TO PRESERVE OUR HERITAGE THE KINGDOM OF HAWAII ALWAYS REMAINS IN THE HEART

[@marnold2791]

Speaking of Kamehameha, kudos to the kumu hula of Iolani School. I saw the Kane perform at Hawaii Theater. He did an outstanding job of teaching hula to the mainly Asian kane. This is a reminder that they are all keiki o ka aina! (Children of the land). They are all preserving the traditions of Hawaii for generations to come!

[@johngarcia8869]

I think I was Hawaiian in another life, this song is so beautiful !! I can play this song over and over and it just makes me feel good inside, Just my true thoughts

[@gelibby1]

A HUGE WOW from Canada! Love everything about the Hawaiian Islands and her native people!

[@larryakiyama37]

This is my favorite Hawaiian song. It’s for real!!!!!!

[@larryakiyama37]

I’m a Waikiki Beachboy n worked with all old school Beachboys. We love Hawaiian music n lots of mana n. Common sense. Old school rules n always will.

[@larryakiyama37]

This song is from the heavens of akua.

[@joyce_wond1929]

Mahalo to those who made this video possible for all people to see and hear who we Hawaiian's are and what the future brings us to. We are alive we never was extinguish from our AINA. Imua Aloha

[@sharonlong555]

I'm Homesick for a visit to my Hawaiian friends!!! I'm so grateful for the Hawaiian visits we've had for 35 years!!!! You will never be the same person as you were before visiting the Islands!!!!! Sadly we may not be able to fly there again because of health issues!!! Asking for your continued prayers and Hawaiian support!!!! ALOHA A A A A TO ALL!!!!!

[@GerhardMCziep-ok9cp]

Hawai’i and it's beautiful people and music are one of God's gifts to mankind. And females are the treasures of the universe. God and all the Guardian Angels love to listen to your musics. It brings always big joy and happiness ❤😊 Awesome thanks, a friend from Germany, South...P. S.: Hawai’i belongs to the Hawai’ian people, not to the U. S.

[@Pinguin49]

Mahalo❤era meraviglioso ascoltare queste voci calde, gli strumenti allegri e la lingua così speciale e bellissima (anche se non ci ho capito niente). Aloha wau ia 'oe. 😊

[@tinasteele4437]

Why can’t we all have a purpose as great as this? God help us all strive for peace and happiness always. Be good to each other.. in Jesus name.. Amen.

[@MWeggy206]

My teacher showed us this video in my Hawaiian Studies class. It struck something in me and I can't stop listening to it now. There artistic and symbolic in every aspect of the song and the video. I love it. "Hawaii for Hawaiians" .

[@MWeggy206]

jzathey I agree with you. Part of me wishes something could be done now like what you had said also. Aloha from O'ahu to Nova Scotia!

[@christinecarlson4393]

@@MWeggy206 Me too!!! Aloha from Nine Mile Falls, Washington; River House Bed & Breakfast!!!!

[@judithwetzel6742]

I love it also but am Haole.....I grab my ukulele and join in when I can

[@auntiebobbolink]

Megan, I agree, "Hawai'i for Hawaiians", but please don't forget there are us malahini who don't fit in Anglo society either because we don't buy into the whole selfish schtick. Our souls need a peaceful place to rest also, even though we will never be kamaina.

[@jeang3130]

I love this, I too am not Hawaiian, but my heart was opened to the Aloha spirit and i am uplifted still by the beautiful language and music of the people. At this time of great suffering in the world I look to Hawaii and photos posted every day from a friend and it gives me peace.

[@ceciliagarrido2966]

Hermoso , precioso, fabuloso... amo Hawaii estoy enamorada de Honolulu es el paraíso en la tierra ❤...he ido 6 veces y espero el 2024 sea la séptima vez si dios así lo quiere.🌺

[@mrhkau1]

we, who have lost so much, still, have so much more. i am humbled...

[@eugenegauggel1000]

The Hawaiian spirit thrives now and always will.

[@susanmiyashiro9258]

I listen to this song everyday!!❤

[@andreawells7190]

Love the comments below wondering how folks could actually dislike this obviously joyful collaboration of voices. I don’t speak Hawaiian but know they sing of honoring the special place that is Hawaii and how preserving the music, cultures and traditions is imperative to maintaining this place where spirit oozes from the earth and the sea. The word AINA speaks not just of the land, but more to the spiritual connectivity, or symbiosis, of the land and it’s’ peoples. Personally, all I need to is to hear a little slack key guitar riff, the rhythm of the ipus, or the prayer-like chant announcing the hula story that will unfold and I am all thumbs up

[@jeanmargietacdol1933]

To everyone who Love's Hawaiian Music or if your in a Halua dance troop or even love Hawaii this is the video to watch TEN THUMBS UP from me.......!

[@linogalveias]

Aloha from a Portuguese admirer of the music and people of Hawai'i :)

[@DebBright-g8i]

What a few moments of joy hearing this beautiful music and seeing beautiful Hawaii

[@OperationHawaiiana]

thing is however, this is a song against US annexation

[@takein6882]

Can't believe how many of these legends have passed on. RIP Palani Vaughn, Ernie Cruz, and others. Thank you for recording this when you did. Mahalo! #FBI96743

[@Rachel-uu8cu]

Kaulana nā pua Kaulana nā pua a‘o Hawai‘i Kūpa‘a ma hope o ka ‘āina Hiki ka ‘elele o ka loko ‘ino Palapala ‘ānunu me ka pakaha Pane mai Hawai‘i moku o Keawe Kōkua nā hono a‘o Pi‘ilani Kāko‘o mai Kaua‘i o Mano Pa‘apū me ke one o Kākuhihewa ‘A‘ole a‘e kau i ka pūlima Ma luna o ka pepa o ka ‘enemi Ho‘ohui ‘āina kū‘ai hewa I ka pono civila a‘o ke kānaka ‘A‘ole mākou a‘e minamina I ka pu‘u kālā o ke aupuni Ua lawa mākou i ka pōhaku I ka ‘ai kamaha‘o o ka ‘āina Ma hope mākou o Lili‘ulani A loa‘a e ka pono o ka ‘āina Ha‘ina ‘ia mai ana ka puana Ka po‘e i aloha i ka ‘āina

[@fatherthomas1575]

Thanks for the words, love too follow along. A displacard Mohawk. Se'kon

[@kali8085]

The english translation: Famous are the children of Hawai`i Ever loyal to the land When the evil-hearted messenger comes With his greedy document of extortion Hawaiʻi, land of Keawe answers Piʻilani's bays help Mano's Kauaʻi lends support And so do the sands of Kākuhihewa No one will fix a signature To the paper of the enemy With its sin of annexation And sale of native civil rights We do not value The government's sums of money We are satisfied with the stones Astonishing food of the land We back Liliʻulani Who has won the rights of the land *(She will be crowned again) Tell the story Of the people who love their land This song was written in 1893 in response to US Annexation of the Kingdom of Hawaii.

[@Atahitualove80]

Thanks so much

[@mitchokole7030]

@@kali8085 can you also translate and show lyrics of the upfront chant at beginning of video?

[@dhanalauhingoa3733]

I love it I’m doing it for May Day

[@Pandamokneeums]

LYRICS & the translation: Lyrics: Kaulana na pua a'o Famous are the children of Hawai'i - Hawai'i Kupa'a ma hope o ka 'aina - Ever loyal to the land Hiki mai ka 'elele o ka loko - When the evil-hearted messenger 'ino comesPalapala 'anunu me ka - With his greedy document of pakaha. - extortion. Pane mai Hawai'i moku o Keawe. - Hawai'i, land of Keawe answers. Kokua na Hono a'o Pi'ilani. - Pi'ilani's bays help. Kako'o mai Kaua'i o Mano, - Mano's Kauai lends support Pa'apu me ke one - And so do the sands of Kakuhihewa. - Kakuhihewa. 'A'ole 'a'e kau'i ka pulima - - No one will fix a signature Ma luna o ka pepa o ka 'enemi, - To the paper of the enemy Ho'ohui 'aina ku'ai hewa, - With its sin of annexation I ka pono sivila a'o ke kanaka. - And sale of native civil rights. 'A'ole makou a'e minamina - We do not value I ka pu'ukala a ke - The government's sums of aupuni. - money. Ua lawa makou i ka pohaku, - We are satisfied with the stones, I ka 'Ai kamaha'o o ka 'aina. - Astonishing food of the land. Ma hope makou o Lili'ulani - We back Lili'ulani A loa'a 'e ka pono a ka - Who has won the rights of the 'aina. - land. (A kau hou 'ia e ke kalaunu) - (She will be crowned again) Ha'ina 'ia mai ana ka puana - Tell the story Ka po'e i aloha i ka - Of the people who love their land

[@mitchiokole7715]

how about the first 45 seconds, what are they saying, can you also translate all the beginning, Mahalo!

[@sukireese9630]

Mahalo

[@laylanipakele7403]

Awesome it makes me so proud to be Hawaiian so much talented Hawaiians 👍🏽👍🏽

[@larryakiyama37]

Awesome n lots of aloha from the Waikiki Beachboys. Old school rules. Hawaiian all the way n we are keeping the legacy of Hawaiian culture. Beachboy Aki.

[@larryakiyama37]

Aloha n lots of love tu all the people who made this happen. Hawaii needs no aloha. Aki

[@ArwedGroenLiveAloha]

Aloha 🌺 from northern Germany. Mahalo nui nui nui loa for this amazing song and video. Aloha nui 😍🙏🌈

[@arneldecastro705]

Gg

[@MrKoga-ee1lv]

Whoever is producing Hawaiian music like this - you are making the music of my SOUL Mahalo nui loa

[@johnheeley9478]

I love this , can not stop thinking and humming this to myself and work in rainy London.

[@parisfrance852]

AHHHHHHHHH Enfin = Voilà le Titre de cette chanson là que Je cherchai depuis des années , que Je ne trouvai pas le Titre de cette magnifique chanson que J'adoreeeeee bcq , C rare que Je l'entendai à la radio , Je l'avais réentendu chez 1 amie proche lors de sa grandiose soirée d'anniv' chez elle à Pantin 93 en 2015 ou 2016 from FRANCE 🇫🇷 , Jusqu'à présent , J'ai perdu la trace de cette chanson là , et Voilà que par hasard sur KZbin chez moi sur Paris 75 from France 🇫🇷 , Je clique dessus et bammmm , en plein dedans , Superrrrrr 😀👍👍👍 , trop trop trop contente , merciiiiiii Seigneur de m'avoir guidé sur cette chanson que J'aimai tant Y a des années , Je la kiffe trop , mais Je veux écouté l'originale 😀🗼👍👏👏👏 = Mardi 04/02/2020/Paris 75 from France 🇫🇷 .

[@dharma_seeker]

Even before looking up the lyrics to this song, I found it moving and beautiful. After looking up the meaning of the words, I find myself overtaken with emotion esp. in light of the recent compounded tragedies of the fires in Maui. The words to this song are as resonant today as they were when they were first penned. It is my fervent hope that the people of Hawaii can one day soon have control over their homeland and that all the avaricious colonialists would be driven away.

[@udui1o173]

The people with the 178 thumbs down shame on you. Must not be Hawaiian or know of the Hawaiians struggle and pain as a people who were duped and cheated by the Haole businessmen. "Kaulana Na Pua" is our protest against the injustice. I love this rendition and talent of all the artists who participated. Mahalo! Nui Loa very much........

[@udui1o173]

Mahalo! so much for your understanding. Not many people in the United States know of this crime that the USA stole the Hawaiian Islands except for some members of the congress who know & some head of the Military who know well that all of this is proceeding in the International courts that the USA has no jurisdictions because Hawaii was a Kingdom with a monarchy who had treaties with the major powers of that time period. There is a book called "A Kingdom stolen"

[@Jordan-tt6cd]

Udui1o1 yes. this was not right. but you must understand this is how the world works. if that country is stronger, then they reign. survival of the fittest. even though it wasn't right, it was bound to happen anyway. you have to look on the positive side and think about how much amenities we wouldn't have right now that were provided to us from foreign countries. also we could've been taken over by a more oppressive country like Russia. then the Hawaiian culture would probably be totally dead. you have to be thankful for what we have. don't hold grudges against these "haole" people. the Hawaiian people were the same way as these westerners. they took each other over in battle. just not in as large of a scale

[@udui1o173]

I agree with you however the truth must always be told about how it happened. I myself having Caucasian ancestry can surely talk about it. I do understand that all countries have done this to their neighbors and to their own people. Remember the Pope in medieval times gave permission to Spain one of the world powers to take over the western hemisphere while Portugal take over the East. Because the Pope says so does it give them the right to do so and in the name of God? Many of the indigenous people of the world have suffered because of the imperialist attitude. The Ryukyu kingdom Okinawa has the same mirrored history as Hawaii when the Japanese overthrew their kingdom. Till today Hawaii has not solved the problem with the USA. Prof. Keanu Sai at the UH has gone to the Netherlands with others to have Hawaii's plight heard. So much more info. and things to learn.........

[@vincentesber7050]

Udui1o1 definition of haoles is "greed" , simple as that. Never liked them, never will.

[@vincentesber7050]

In addition, started w native Americans, drove them from plains n homes, put them in reservations. Damn u haoles.

[@iliahi2669]

WOW!!! I hardly ever say hewa, but having an ad for Na'i Aupuni before Kaulana Na Pua is the most HEWA! This song was written OPPOSING the Annexation of Hawaii to the United States. The great wrong that was done to our people and our Queen! My father Kihei Soli Niheu helped to revive this song in the 1970's during the protest of the mass evictions occuring all across the islands of Kanaka... one of the most notable in KALAMA VALLEY where Kamehameha Schools/Bishop Estate were party to the destruction and eviction of a farming community to create a middle class suburb. Although it became known as the birthplace of the Hawaiian Renaissance, it also has deep, deep roots in incredible injustice, where a few choose profit over community.

[@leilanilamour5173]

I’m not Native Hawaiian, but I grew up in beautiful Hawaii and this song…so meaningful and beautiful. I’m so homesick…I need to go home 🌺🥹🌺

[@danielagena]

Da best Hawaiian video I ever watched. KUDO’S to all who put this video together. Well done! 🫶Dan

[@ruthbourgeois1297]

As a born & raise Hawaiian, my heart & soul is full❤listening to this beautiful mele, that speaks of us! Mahalo Nui Loa for all involved in bringing our souls together ❤ & never to forget who we are as a sovereign people of this Aina! May our culture live on forever! Kupuna Pua Alapa-Bourgeois 😘❣

[@kalefernandez5820]

Beautifully done. I was born and raised in Honolulu. I now live in San Francisco and this rendition makes me sad and homesick. Thank you to all the performers (some I grew up listening to). You are all Great.

[@sharonmedeiros9819]

The spirit of Aloha in this song and in these musicians is very strong and touches the hearts of people all over the world. Mahalo

[@NoelBarcelona]

I am from the Philippines and some of my relatives live and work in Hawai'i. I know the struggles and the pains for the islands were occupied, the natives are being driven out from their sacred lands, and their livelihood in peril because of unfair trade and corporate greed. Here in the Philippines, we suffer the same. We're being ruled by bureaucrats protecting only corporate interests and very much willing to sell every piece of property and natural resources to big conglomerates. My heart goes with you. Aloha!

[@UncleWillieK1]

THIS VIDEO WAS SENT TO MY EMAIL, AND JUST WATCHED IT...YES HAWAIIAN PRIDE COME FLOWING IN MOURNFUL AND JOYFUL TEARS ONLY BECAUSE WITH THIS MUCH BLESSINGS THAT "WE" HAVE AND CAN DO... THE KANAKA MAOLI KO PAE AINA IS STILL AND ALWAYS WILL BE THE LAST DISCUSSION ON THE AGENDA OF THE FEDERAL "COMPANY" JUST ASK THE 44 WHO DISLIKE THIS VIDEO!!!!

[@WesleyAnzai]

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[@wiseguygamer7593]

turn off caps lock

[@jktk648]

Miss u cousin `ohana male! Know u watching us and pule over us!

[@barbarashirland9078]

Amazing concept, filming, sound, direction, editing. SO well done. Thank you.

[@tropicaussie4572]

My passport says Australian, as I am proudly Australian born and bred. But I feel a deep connection to the Kanaka Maoli of Hawai'i as I have Polynesian blood running through my veins and I have visited Hawai'i four times so far --- all four main Islands . I'm only partial Polynesian heritage through a paternal grandmother however Polynesian/ Pacific Islander people are connected by blood , heritage , kinship and the waters of the Pacific . We are not separated by water , distance or politics , but connected by the ocean highways of the Pacific and a common Pacific culture ! 🇦🇺🗿🏝🌊🤙👊👊👊👊

[@tropicaussie4572]

The Kingdom of Hawai'i will always exist through the embodiment of the Kanaka Maoli ! 👌🏝🌊

[@teripalakiko526]

Lemuria

[@kfwahine]

This is a protest song in Hawai'i . It's lyrics have a kaona or hidden meaning. KAULANA NA PUA O HAWAI'I (Famous are the flowers of Hawai'i). The flowers are the people of Hawai'i. Beautiful video with the famous of Hawai'is singers & musicians . Show respect for the native peoples (including myself !) Nothing like TRUE ALOHA !! Kaleolani F.

[@arunurmi594]

I'm a Finnish guy who has recently truly discovered the Hawaiian language along with her music and immediately begun studying! : ) Thanks for clarifying about this wonderful song.

[@surferpam1]

All...RESPECT and LOVE.

[@surferpam1]

All...RESPECT and LOVE.

[@silviapaz7095]

I love Hawaiian music I am from Peru and I love the language to congratulation ❤❤😊

[@kahanalu1]

I am proud to say that have been a Hawaiian citizen of the World born and raised in Papaikou, Hawaii; and now fly fishing the mighty hundred mile long Kenai River on the Kenai Peninsula in the heart of Alaska where I have lived for the last twenty plus years . Kaulana Na Pua (or "the foreigners stole our Hawaiian land") is a reminder of that fact and is a favorite song of mine.

[@MoonglowAcres]

Thank you for this…it really uplifted my day. Wishing you all the best from the mainland. Warmest aloha🤙

[@garys-o8d]

What a wonderful combination of vocal talent in one video compiled for all to enjoy. Mahalo.

[@skipperson4077]

amazing video: great at-home talent done Hawaiian-style, beautiful shots. Perfect to have Palani Vaughan do lead vocal, this has been his song, so to speak, for a long time. Rare Sonny Lim vocal solo. Kani ka pila implies coming together in and in this case you have both the old ways ipu heke and other instruments and the new technology being used to bring people together. lokahi, kuleana, aloha a'ina

[@maakanaka9784]

374 thumbs down and Hawaii is still teaching you to find hope in yourself esteem

[@NativeAmerican10]

Tell it to them again ungrateful. People. Learn something in your life. This is a beautiful thing here. My gawd

[@shervellebergholz]

Oh, beautiful Hawai'i nei, how I love you!♡♡♡

[@halaszferncne8027]

Imadom öket hallgatni .nagyon jo azenejúk igazan kifejezi az èletörömüket köszöjúk mindnyajuknak ezt a csodas elöadast

[@RobertSJHu]

Mahalo to all of you who had a part in producing in this beloved song "Kaulana Na Pua." Do listen to your kupunas and heed their advice in keeping the native Hawaiian traditions and culture alive for future generations !!!! Am of Chinese ancestry and humbly appreciate the the kindness extended to me by the native Hawaiians here !!!!! Me ke aloha pumehana, Robert S.J. Hu September 24, 2020.

[@RobertSJHu]

I love this mele very much !!!!! Mahalo to all of you !!!!! May you have a better and safe 2021 !!!!! Robert Dec. 27, 2020 .

[@RobertSJHu]

Love this song and the spirit oa all native Hawaiians !!!! Dec. 28, 2020. Robert S. J. Hu

[@RobertSJHu]

Love this well-coordinated production statewide performance !!!!! Robert January 1, 2021 !!! Hauoli Makahiki Hou !!!

[@RobertSJHu]

Mahalo !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Robert January 24, 2021.

[@RobertSJHu]

Love this song !!!!!!!!!!!! Robert January 28, 2021.

[@brettogata4410]

I miss the old Hawaii, the locations I know! Born and raised but left in 1985, been back to work a few times but no can afford!

[@elisapetamalielegaoi7158]

Wow! Absolutely love it. Just Priceless.

[@damianosiani3467]

Oh, my God !...This singing drives me crazy !,....Melodies of Heaven !....You gave me the blessing of your land, my incredible Vanessa !...Hawaii, my dream !!!!!!....What....what have you done, to me, Vanessa with your islands and their magic ?....

[@catherinehiggins4476]

What Beautiful Voice, s you all have ❤❤❤

[@richardmorita3409]

Napua Grieg has the most beautiful voice singing the Hawaiian language…I watch this video over and over to listen to her.. nice to listen to all of our talented singers and musicians… a wonderful production of this song written in protest to the annexation

[@RobertSJHu]

So beautiful that this was a collaboration of all native Hawaiians from over the entire State of Hawaii. Remain true to your heritage. Me ke aloha pumehana, Robert S.J. Hu October 21, 2019

[@RobertSJHu]

It's so great to come back to this site to hear genuine Hawaiian music like this !!!! Of course this refers to the Queen's song asking her people to oppose Hawaii's annexation to the United States. August 21, 2020.

[@RobertSJHu]

Yes, just love this song and will always continue to hear you all singing it every day. Mahalo !!!! Robert Oct. 14, 2020.

[@RobertSJHu]

Love this song and its message !!!!!!!!!! Your aikane, Robert December 1, 2020.

[@cfonz21]

Mahalo nui loa to all our National Ohana for preserving the life the love and the longevity of our Aloha aina through the gift of the mele. Malama the Kuleana to keep it pono with all our Kapunas our na Akua and na Aumakuas gifting the breath of our beautiful Hawai’i. Aloha wua ia oe to all my Ohana.

[@黃銘昌-h5t]

I am Taiwanese .Those who are deeply moved by this song.

[@bronsonbrown3185]

My grandfather Elson "Bobo" Brown is in this video....everytime I think of him, I watch this video..I miss and love you papa....mahalo for the memories and love you gave us

[@GirlPoi03]

Love this beautiful video.😘 Mahalo nui loa for sharing along with the nani po’e and talent o ka pu’uwai along with their nani nui loa voices.👏🌺😘

[@rosellalampe4696]

I am honored to get this from your group for as a Hawaiian at birth till today , my love for Hawaii stands as Forever .. God bless all that has the ability to sing and enjoy Hawaii / with Love and Honor , I remain a Hawaiian at all times ,

[@beutilisious]

Maholo nui for this beautiful music we need project kuleana the world over the aina is in so much trouble

[@leepaman1]

Watching this video brought joy to my heart. Mahalo for bringing these awesome voices together and more importantly conveying such a profound message to our people. God bless you all!

[@stevenpicanso6801]

Sometimes, a lot of times, the music brings me back home; which brings tears to my eyes. Maika’i.

[@FranNatale]

I am Hawaiian at heart ever since visiting the islands in 1963 and learning to do Hula. One of my daughters moved to Kaua’i 45 years ago and now I have grandchildren and great grandchildren there. My Neice has a home in Maui and I have friends on Oahu and Hawaii Island. I am blessed to be able to spend many weeks there every year but I still have my home in San Diego. This music stirs me in my soul. It was one of the first hulas that I learned and I still do it today. I know several of the performers in this video and I love them all. Aloha Nui Loa🌺

[@yenrabd]

DITTO Kale! I'm now in Oregon and really miss the music, food, and the spirit of the islands. Hawaii is truly my home and it hurts everytime I go home and see how the islands are being ruined by greed and commercialism. I remember the day of statehood and how my family did not want it! I'm not racially Hawaiian but my heart and soul is! It's the only way of life I know and I love. I am slowly losing the "spirit of aloha" being away so long but, all it takes is a trip home to rejuvenate myself

[@evelyneelianegoutille4916]

Hawaï, my beautiful Hawaï 😍 ( french girl, 3 yrs and a half on Maui, praying to go back! ).

[@barbarasentel4749]

The haters can’t accept the truth of the song.

[@hareshkamdar7417]

Aloha! Greetings from King Kamehameha and me! Be happy. I am with you! - श्री कृष्ण 😊💐

[@Leih58]

LOVE IT! Mahalo nui to all the artists, the production team, and most of all the queen for the this lovely mele. 2 years of work, well done!

[@sarahsape]

I do not understand why 201 people would dislike this?!? Mahalo to all those who created this special mele and video. The meaning and emotions of this Mele are deeply seeded in my love for our Hawai’i.

[@eileencampos5680]

As a Portuguese- American woman, I am so fascinated to know that my Portuguese blood and heritage is in Hawaii :)! In Portuguese is Havai :). I love the Ukulele ( the Portuguese guitar ) :). I also love our name to Portuguese people in Hawaii "Pukiki". very cute! And oh yes! I found a fellow Portuguese singer in this video :). Congratulations to everyone singing! Love you all! I would definitely need to visit Hawaii :),

[@ndub826]

Proud Portuguese/Hawaiian.Correa is our family name, and my ancestors came from Madeira. Aloha from Hawaii. 🤙🏾

[@leikilimaile2565]

🌺🙆🏻Oh here I stay again! I just going loop dis buggah til my tv no work already🌺 Lol 😄, Mahalo again🙋🏻 🌺

[@ladykiri42]

All Kanaka Maoli are sooooo beautiful! Love them, love the song, too. ;)

[@jenswachter9803]

4:07 I've never been to Hawaii. Still, I get goosebumps after goosebumps and tears in my eyes. So beautiful. Unfortunately I don't understand the Hawaiian language.

[@temarikel8674]

So good. Almost perfect. Missing Bruddah Iz!

[@StevePascual]

I had the honor and privilege to meet and play ukulele with Leina'ala Kalama Heine. She was so gracious and full of Aloha! 🌺

[@Ohanahunt]

Remember Lili'u on November 17th - the centennial of her passing. I for one will fly her onipa'a flag and play this song along with Hawai'i Pono'i

[@eugenegauggel1000]

Lili'u must refer to Queen Lili'uokalani who was forced to abdicate in 1893 [?] and placed under house arrest where she spent the remaining years of her precious life. We will always remember her for writing so many beautiful songs including Aloha o'e......She represented the Hawaiian spirit in a time when politics eclipsed so much for them. Money and power by the haole capitalists, like Dole and Bishop and others overshadowed the Hawaiian culture and almost the spirit of the indigenous people there.

[@hectoralvarado9359]

People who dislike videos such as these are poor souls,fallen angels May God have mercy on them.

[@kalanihooya]

Awesome video, with a rare opportunity to bring together some of the outstanding artists of our Hawai'i Nei. Although I missed Amy, Led, and the Cazimero's on this video piece, it is truly a beautiful, and enjoyable work of art. Well done!!

[@tinasteele4437]

The most beautiful people on this earth. I feel so naturally draw to this .. God bless you all sincerely from the bottom of my heart.

[@lealavaamalo4836]

I enjoyed this video very much as it reminds the younger generation of the injustices suffered by the Hawaiians at the hands of greedy and racist white men. Hawaii mo Hawaiians I say. A protest song sung with passion by those who have lived and experienced the pain of colonisation and the bastardization of a culture.

[@monkayest93]

Good reminder where we come from. Let those who "dislike" shop ABC Store. Hawaiian music is to be listened with our heart & soul... ah that explains the dislikes! Mahalo from the 9th island.

[@staceycabral5660]

Caiyon Siwabessy - That is exactly how I feel. I used to belong to a halau. Dancing soothes my soul. I miss it very much. Have to get back to it.

[@aldiron8587]

Hoi, Siwabessy is a Moluccan name. Isn’t he?

[@MrKanak-ig2mq]

Stacey is your moms name Gail?

[@isabr3925]

Im not Hawaiian by being born there but i am Hawaiian deep in my heart - I know all the words of this song by heart. I got so chocked when i heard about Mr Vaughan and now Mr. Cruz....Gods are watchingfor them im sure! RIP

[@shaggybreeks]

Don't confuse the OVERTHROW of the Monarchy with the ANNEXATION! This song was written in protest of the OVERTHROW, several years before Annexation.

[@wesfreeman8112]

There was no treaty of annexation the process under international law that recognises the transfer of land/territory from one country to another nothing ratified so the Hawaiians have just cause when they say their land is occupied, i only hope i live to see the day when justice is delivered and the islands returned once more to its beautiful people - Mahalo nui Aloha

[@Avaldemon]

When Hawaii was "occupied" there were NO international laws. The only international "law" was "might is right".

[@KamenRider808]

Avaldemon That maybe true but Hawai'i made treaties with all countries including the US who broke the treaty

[@paulk.truemper7740]

never trust the american ever

[@KapaaRoots]

Joint Resolution is not Annexation.

[@ProximaCentauri88]

Lovely. I don't understand any word but I was moved. Great job my Austronesian brothers. Mabuhay! from the Philippines. 🌴

[@kuuipopakalolo8723]

Salamat Po 🌺🌺🌺Aloha🌺🌺🌺