So sad! Israel "IZ" Kamakawiwoʻole - Somewhere Over The Rainbow Vocal Coach reaction and analysis

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Vocal Coach reacts to reaction to analyses analyzes analysis of breaks down Israel "IZ" Kamakawiwoʻole - Somewhere Over The Rainbow
Original Video without interruption: • OFFICIAL Somewhere ove...
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In this special episode, we explore the touching and unique history behind Israel Kamakawiwo'ole's iconic rendition of 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow.' Recorded spontaneously in a single take, this version highlights his gentle breath control and natural resonance, despite his lifelong breathing issues. We also delve into the cultural significance of the ukulele in Hawaiian music and Israel's early exposure to the genre. His voice, soft and warm, has left a lasting impact on listeners globally.
00:00 Introduction and Special Announcement
00:59 The Story Behind the Song
02:21 Analyzing the Vocal Technique
04:56 The Ukulele's Cultural Significance
05:26 Israel's Musical Journey
06:49 A Tribute to Israel Kamakawiwo'ole
Songwriter: Harold Arlen, Yip Harburg, Bob Thiele, George David Weiss
Genre: Hawaii, reggae, world
Origin: Honolulu, Territory of Hawaii
Performed by
Israel "IZ" Kamakawiwoʻole
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[@oscararzate7956]

🧜❤

[@SamuelDormitorio]

Thank you for this as an islander we really appreciate you keeping Bradda IZ memory alive. Much love!! Be blessed!!

[@jettechdonatkins]

We lost an angel when we lost IZ.

[@gocards6390]

he was a gift to the world

[@jerkwater407]

Iz lives

[@fireeatersexpress8475]

Iz's version gets me every time. My wife and I were stationed at Pearl Harbor for over 5 years and she loved this song. My Jennifer passed away almost 6 years ago to the day. My sister in law picked a nice rotation of appropriate songs at Jennifer's funeral to play before the service. She picked songs she thought embodied Jen. I didn't know what she picked but as I was walking around the various flower arrangements, I heard that ukulele play and absolutely lost it. This is a beautiful song by a beautiful soul and will always make me think of my beautiful wife. Thank you Beth.

[@adamskeans2515]

we played this song at my son's funeral. it makes me cry every time

[@fireeatersexpress8475]

@@adamskeans2515 I'm so sorry for your loss. I have a feeling that many of us have the same unfortunate bond.

[@adamskeans2515]

@@fireeatersexpress8475 he was a special needs child, nonverbal, but his greatest joy was when I played songs for him on KZbin, this was his favorite song.

[@huntingsynth]

Our world without IZ is scary but his light shines and gives us hope

[@ClanMcDuck]

Literally one of the most beautiful songs ever recorded. Brings tears to my eyes every time. A lovely song elevated by a beautiful voice.

[@fatcoyote2]

I have seen too many grown people tear up just listening to this man to not understand that he was special.

[@venomdust1]

Bradda IZ was a great person and singer. I live on Oahu but never got to meet him but at least 4 friends of mine Met him . Every single one said he was so down to earth and positive. One friend said it was like talking to a friend . In Hawaii IZ is still missed.

[@nadiauribe6202]

"Somewhere over the rainbow" is such a beautiful song by itself....but this version...this version is beyond great. It's gold.

[@Grizzlox]

I can't hear this without crying. Rest in Peace Iz... you left the world with a wonderful gift

[@86larsonrd]

Beth wears her compassion on her face so warmly....

[@uliwehner]

sometimes we wake up in the middle of the night knowing there is something we just have to do. He actually did it. Thank you.

[@thisisgonnabegoodiknowit9413]

I can only think of one explanation for why so many people tear up when they hear Iz' voice. He sang directly from the heart. When you listen, it takes you to your own heart. It's a soft, emotional place. Where we're all one.

[@adamskeans2515]

This was the favorite song of my special needs son, we played it at his funeral, it makes me cry every time

[@ericbnielsen]

His version of Somewhere Over the Rainbow/What a Wonderful World can take me from mad to normal it’s just that calming.

[@kamilegier4730]

This song with the vocals of IZ make you feel young and free from the troubled world we live in, for a moment all is right

[@theghost6412]

Iz will always be remembered as a very special human being. Very much missed around the globe.

[@Lue_Jonin]

I really enjoyed your explanations of his voice and of course the backstory of his life. IZ rendition will always be my favorite .

[@randytaylor1406]

IZ has such an angelic voice. Thank you for reacting to such a beautiful song sung by a beautiful soul.

[@bkohatl]

A Gentle Soul GONE TOO SOON.

[@RaysDad]

This song makes me happy and sad at the same time.

[@AzDesertFoxx]

This song ALWAYS makes me teary eyed. It's SO beautiful! Thanks for listening to it.

[@falloutrains2641]

Whenever I listen to this one, I think of my grandmother. And I can't help but cry.

[@damonbryan7232]

IZ LIVES Gone but never forgotten We were only meant for his excellence for a short time but a long memory

[@carolmartin4413]

Some voices just make your heart love...and your soul? aw...we found it again. Honestly, Beth, I love your vocal explanations...but, on this one...I don't care...I just savor his vocal beauty. Aloha, IZ...❤💔

[@Iconoplastt]

This is such a beautiful song, RIP IZ

[@johnjaskolka7465]

Several years ago I was sitting with 3 of my young grandchildren listening to music they liked. They requested a cartoon song that reminded me of this song from Iz. The next song I played was this very video. I did not know that Israel had died...when the funeral came up on the video I started crying. They never asked why. To this day (literally this day watching your video) tears come when the funeral is shown. What a beautiful song, voice, and person. Aloha, mahalo Iz!

[@alapaticornell4391]

Great music great voice. Thank u brother IZ❤❤

[@aaroncoffman7267]

I found this song shortly before the birth of my first child, and it has been her lullaby ever since. IZ’s warmth and love will always live on with those willing to share it.

[@geoffbuck6890]

I played this at my darling wife’s funeral as we all left the crem. I still find this song brings tears to my eyes after 6 years…

[@Wizardofgosz]

This song is what I listen to when I need to smile with a good cry. I am a recording engineer, and the lore of this recording is that it was recorded on a 2-channel DAT machine. One track for Uke and one track for Izzy. I don't think any fancy mics were used. The lesson being performance ALWAYS trumps gear. This recording is P E R F E C T even though no $20K mics and preamps were used on it.

[@lifelover515]

Thank you Beth for sharing your wonderfiul insight once again into the mysteries of the human voice and RIP Izzy - he was a true force of nature.

[@jh7100]

Thank you for this one! Much appreciated.

[@PortaPooper]

This version always makes me emotional. I think its a combination of the message of the song, and knowing how loved he was by the people in his community.

[@mikedineen7857]

It makes me cry to Beth.

[@robertowensiii1567]

My mother who passed away on Christmas Day 2014 from Metastatic Colon Cancer at 83 loved this song, "Somewhere Over The Rainbow/What A Wonderful World"! The song is featured at the end of the 2004 movie "50 First Dates" starring Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore! 😊

[@johnway2699]

I've been waiting for you to react to this. I knew that it would make you simultaneously happy and sad (all the feels). I'm so glad you are helping to celebrate Iz!

[@markmclendon8621]

Iz immediately made heaven's symphonic choir

[@QuicknStraight]

I have listened to this and IZ' other works so many times. Such a beautiful voice and gone far too soon.

[@mikem597]

I may have commented on this review previously, but let me first say I always appreciate your thoughtful reviews, Beth. In this review, your facial expressions alone tell us what a touching and extraordinarily touching and timeless this recording is. Thank you.

[@Manotaur1]

I cry every damn time but I always feel better afterward. Iz heals the soul

[@jimmcgarry8466]

Oh, Beth.. the expressions on your face exemplify pretty much everyone's feelings about Isreal. You, like I probably wish I'd known him in some capacity. He was a lovely human being.

[@markhagerman1837]

One of the sweetest recordings ever. Still gives me chills after all these years.

[@alanwood4968]

Beautiful he has a lovely delivery.

[@GaryNoone-jz3mq]

I was determined not to cry. Stand stoic. But then, I started reading all the comments and now my eyes are filled with tears 😢 'By Iz, and thankyou.❤

[@tr_vmi4844]

I got married in Hawaii, and this was my wedding song. I LOVE this song…such a special place in my heart. Thanks for reviewing this!!

[@nwboarder253]

Very rare that someone outside HI knows as much as you do. Kudos to you for doing your homework. An excellent review.

[@BethRoars]

I appreciate that!

[@TheNathanEverest]

Been awhile but am loving the new pop up video style your videos have taken on keep it up 😊

[@bninem1397]

Art Bell used to play this sometimes during his outro breaks years ago

[@subversivelysurreal3645]

Beautiful ❤️✌🏽

[@scyldscefing3913]

That was lovely.

[@deborahdean]

I live in Hawaii and have heard this song many, many times. It still brings tears to my eyes. Rest well Bruddah Iz.

[@WindsurfMaui]

A beautiful man. Thank you for doing this review.

[@retiredarchitect3462]

so wonderful

[@fmkswedish]

best version of all times. made him immortal!

[@RebHawkins54]

Excellent choice Beth.

[@SgtSplatter782]

I remember growing up on Oahu and IZ would do school shows when his health was better. He had a soul and heart that was bigger than he was.

[@BC-ui9yt]

I first heard this driving to visit a friend in the mid/late 90s. One of those "Sunday morning easy listening" shows on classic rock stations. And from that moment, this has been the only version of the song for me.

[@jaredvc7120]

Gracias por reaccionar a esta bella canción y la maravillosa interpretación de Israel.

[@imzadi76.2]

This song, just amazing. And I am one of those that always thinks of the ER episode. It was also a big hit in Germany 15 years ago.

[@sandilar]

Love Beth Roars!!!

[@RoGueNavy]

Iz!!!

[@8815snooky]

Beautiful……..

[@shaneeslick]

G'day Beth, This version while being really simple is so Beautiful & sooooo emotional giving hope for better things, along with Kermit singing Rainbow Connection no matter how bad things seem these songs just make the world a better place 👨🏽🐸🥰

[@RobertoSantana61]

I never liked this song, until I heard IZ sing it. He also does an amazing cover of "What A Wonderful World".

[@ThistleAndSea]

Love Iz. Such beautiful singing. Thank you for sharing this one, Beth. 😊

[@dougel4709]

This made me day!!! I'm so happy to see that one of my favorite analysts took a listen to Iz!!!

[@FFVison]

I really like his version of this song where he has it as a medley of Somewhere Over The Rainbow and then goes into What A Wonderful World and then back into Somewhere Over The Rainbow. Fantastic performance.

[@ChicagoDB]

The song really came to public attention when it was featured in Sean Connery’s 2000 film, “Finding Forrester”.

[@drakoreyes5889]

This song is... the very beautifull❤

[@WaterBug46]

Always brings tears. Dad was stationed there. I grew up surfing. IZ is so close to ocean folks hearts. His voice is water for the soul, just washing over you and healing the hurt.

[@johnhmaloney]

Such a beautiful rendition of a classic. I’ve always loved how he played with the melody and made it his own, while staying very true to the emotion of the original. And, of course, I’m a big fan of the simple arrangement.

[@TheRevFireman630]

I first heard this song at the ending of the movie "Fnding Forrster." The movie stars such greats as Sean Connery, Rob Brown, Busta Rhymes, and Matt Damon. Ever since then, I seem to hear the song everywhere. It's a beautiful ending to the movie, as this song is playing. As an aside, if you've never seen the movie "Finding Forrester" I highly recommended. It's a great, underrated movie!

[@johnstorch5124]

Prior to his solo career, he performed with the Makaha Sons. They have some beautiful songs as well. You might be interested in Rusty Old Steampipes, Waimanalo Blues or my favorite medley Kumulipo / Pua Ana Ka Makani.

[@Rabestor]

Cant end this one without a drop in the eyes, especially if watching the video

[@joshuakallenberger915]

Always loved this version. I think the first time i heard it was on an episode of ER, when Dr. Green went to Hawai'i to die.

[@kham1163]

Check out Kaleohano live, shortly before his death at the 1996 Na Hoku Nohanohano awards. Seriously beautiful and inspirational. His original band mates join in and everyone is the building is in tears.

[@miltonslocum8957]

Beth, I truly enjoyed your reaction and heartfelt comments to this beautiful song. No matter how many times I hear Iz's version of this classic I simply enjoy it. Thanks again for the reaction Beth!❤

[@ChristianMeyer-jr1nv]

This song is full of emotions. Just a few seconds and I got tears in my eyes. Thanks Beth for the reaction

[@geraldoribeirofilho]

Beautiful. Thank you.

[@mst3knislesfan1]

I first heard this song played during an episode of Aerial America on the Smithsonian Channel when they focused on the state of Hawaii. Absolutely fantastic. 🤙

[@dters9]

Oh Dear...I am so happy that you found Bruddah Iz. He is a treasure to the Hawaiian people, and to those like me, who have Hawaiian roots. That Man/Voice touches Souls. BTW...The proper pronunciation of King Kamehameha is King Kuh-May-Uh May-Uh. Just sharing...Nothing more. Mahalo nui loa, and Aloha! Malama Pono Dear Wahine. 🤙😎😄

[@Nastyn1nja808]

im Ready once again for the tears

[@GrapeWallsOfIre]

Thanks for discussing IZ! This song gets me every time.

[@robincochran7369]

I would like to think that "somewhere over the rainbow" Israel IZ, Eva Cassidy and Judy Garland are harmonizing together on this song. IZ's version is so cheering and uplifting.

[@chrisllercorrea8129]

Muito emocionante sua reação a essa lendária canção. Abraços do Brasil.

[@joeltwinx3805]

Very few songs can tear me up this is one of them

[@karlsmith2570]

The pictures they'd shown of Iz in the traditional Hawaiian attire kinda made him look like Maui from "Moana"

[@majormajormajortom]

I love this version so much. I also love a cover of this version that was featured in the Scrubs TV series finale by The Blanks, aka Ted's in- show acapella group; makes me tear up every time

[@margieguild519]

Have known this song all my life, but this is without doubt the absolute best version. The first time I heard it I just fell in love with ths amazing voice❤

[@JudeAussie]

This is my favourite version of this song 🌈❤️

[@jmacd8817]

The first time i saw that vid, i was in tears. I get moist eyes every time i watch or listen.

[@Atroll_man]

Love the reaction. "Kaleohano" is one of my favorites sung by Bradda IZ, you have to check it out. I'll check out your album right now.

[@MichaelPallada]

One of the most beautiful and peaceful songs ever!

[@po5283]

Also have to recommend his version of the timeless classic, "What a Wonderful World".

[@rasmustapper9994]

This song has been with me for so long, it is just such a feel good song for me ! Dont know if you know MIKA crazy kelly, but that is one song i would LOVE to see you react to (: hands down best music reaction channel on youtube! Greetings from Finland (:

[@GinMae]

Thanks, Beth.. the "big man" was amazing... wish I had known more of his work and that he had been with us longer.. what a voice! appreciate your reaction...

[@craigmorris4083]

Oh Drew....I will always love you :)

[@Capydachi]

One of the most beautiful voices ever to exist. R.I.P. IZ

[@liamfahey7836]

Love his version. So beautiful. Brought the song into a new place. My wife and I play this often such a beautiful voice. Sad he’s no longer with us. 🎸🎸

[@alexmartz9393]

Thanks for sharing with us I love you forever and ever