Stan walker -He Kākano Āhau | Reaction

[@celestelittek7360]

The lyric I am a warrior a survivor is about his ancestors who traveled the Pacific ocean to Aotearoa New Zealand, who fought land wars and died for him, and Stan like all modern indigenous people has survived and still battle historical trauma of colonization. This song celebrates the culture and people of his essence ❤

[@julierussell8876]

Forgive me if Y’all finally “got it”, but I am 5-6 of Stan Vids in and the last one was Don’t dream it’s over and you were admitting you didn’t know the significance of his stomach cancer and the removal of his stomach. So I will be blunt. In order to have depth of range, great breath control and such vibrato, you must have phenomenal diaphragm breath control, meaning you project the air power from your gut/stomach/diaphragm. When Stan had to have the entire thing removed, he had to learn from scratch how to. Eat, breathe and sing WITH breath control all over again without the organ that usually naturally delivers that. So now Stan does his historical normal delivery from a shallow short chest breath. Something he had to learn. Making him all the more a phenomenal performer ❤❤❤

[@katrogue9239]

He kākano āhau I ruia mai i Rangiātea And I can never be lost I am a seed, born of greatness Descended from a line of chiefs, He kākano āhau Ki hea rā āu e hītekiteki ana Ka mau tonu i āhau ōku tikanga Tōku reo, tōku oho-oho, Tōku reo, tōku māpihi maurea Tōku whakakai marihi My language is my strength, An ornament of grace, An ornament of grace Ka tū ana āhau, Ka ūhia au e ōku tīpuna My pride I will show That you may know who I am I am a warrior, a survivor He mōrehu āhau Ki hea rā āu e hītekiteki ana Ka mau tonu i āhau ōku tikanga Tōku reo, tōku oho-oho, Tōku reo, tōku māpihi maurea Tōku whakakai marihi My language is my strength, An ornament of grace, An ornament of grace, An ornament of grace, An ornament of grace

[@leahthompson8282]

Stan is an indigenous Maori from Aotearoa, NZ. He's also a dedicated, Christian

[@Dmar6n8]

Full English translation: I am a seed Scattered from Rangiatea And I will never be lost I am a see Born of Greatness Descended from a line of Chiefs I am a seed Chorus: Wherever I may roam I will hold fast to my traditions My language is my cherished possession My language is the object of my affection My precious adornment My language is my strength An ornament of grace Wherever I stand I am covered over by my ancestors My pride and I will show, that you may know, who I am I am a warrior a survivor From ancient times I am a survivor Repeat chorus End

[@oneness1_]

❤😊

[@tuhidavies2480]

Thank you for your reaction. Stan is Maori from NZ and is singing in his native language Maori (Te Reo). His vocal range is impeccable and you can feel his passion in every song. If you want to experience more of his amazing voice react to his cover of Ultralight Beam live with the Levites, New Light live with the Levites and a Stan original Inventing Myself live with the Levites, one his more underrated songs but one his best in my opinion.

[@audreyctau]

It's sad when people think he from Australia he's from aotearoa (New Zealand) he was bought up in Australia but is of Maori decent and we are so proud of Stan keeping our reo strong

[@brendamccord]

Stan is Maori from New Zealand , he lived in Australia for part of his childhood. He was born in NZ and is now back living here permanently. We are so proud of him and greatful he represents maori waiata on the world stage

[@InGameTheoryLoL]

Glad you enjoyed my recommendation, I listen to it a lot when I wake up, If I remember right he's from New Zealand. He kills it in UltraLight beam too.

[@reneerasul3347]

This is a great rendition but my favorite is the live one in front of an audience is like WOW! Are you aware? Sooo good! kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWWZo6mgZblphJY

[@misseep3503]

Looking forward to more of your Stan reaction ultra light beam amazing grace and more

[@dame313]

Coming soon!

[@laura_the_explorerrr]

I liked when he sang he kaknao ahu i am an ornament of grace i sang this at my school and even wrote it in are books hes the goat and best❤😊🎉

[@zybenson3367]

Ultralight beam bro. Best male vocal performance ever. So much soul in his voice. 😊

[@desireeperham7093]

I commented that too on another Stan post. It is the BEST male vocal performance I've ever heard. X

[@shazza160]

Even though us NZers are proud of Stan, we are proud that ALL children are now getting taught Maori at school.

[@Dmar6n8]

Rangiātea in New Zealand Māori culture and tradition, is considered to be simultaneously a physical place as well as a metaphysical place. Māori are very spiritual people and our customs and traditions are still a part of who we are today. The language once thought to have died out has been made official alongside the English and is now stronger than ever.

[@melaniethompson4645]

Alongside NZSL as well.

[@maryannesmith1392]

This is one of my fav songs of Stan’s. We have great respect for our culture and Stan down here. He is singing in our beautiful native language.

[@dawnezone8491]

Your comment..."He fill up the room Bro", so often on reaction videos that is said. Soo very true, a true Master of his instrument ♥ You get the Feels..arohanui ♥

[@robynandrews4384]

My favourite song Stan sings. Gives me chills everytime ❤️

[@donnabowen8445]

This song broke me down emotionally because I don't know where I come from or any of my heritage, I wish it had been different for my people. 😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢

[@leahthompson8282]

You need to check out Stan's song "Bigger." It's sooo, inspiring n just, plain cool.

[@dawnezone8491]

Take the time to find out..Kia kaha (be strong) ♥♥

[@karengoodwin6481]

Same

[@wlg685]

Look forward to more reactions to Stan and the Levites (pronounced Lee-Vites) love to see more of NZ music being recognised across the world 😍🖤

[@reneerasul3347]

Great reaction! Also check out his cover of Don't Dream It's Over from this same session. Then check him out keeping old school R&B alive on track 11 Never Be Alone on his most recent album, All In! And get this... Stan had to have his entire stomach removed due to cancer! He is gifted and blessed. ❤

[@cindipuia9547]

It's a Well Known Maori Waiata ( song) and it's about a seed being planted and being nourished

[@michelletewhata7768]

We appreciate talent growing up watching the masterminds of music. Your culture needs to be acknowledged for it. 98% of the genre created in the US and everywhere else in the world is a talent You's possess and own. There should be benefits for the creators of making the music industry wealthy. Thank you for acknowledging Stan Walker, what an awesome reaction. I never get sick of hearing his song, and always watching out for new reactions.

[@dawnezone8491]

Kia ora, nga mihi for your kind words..spread the news :D ♥

[@BabeyQJNZ31]

❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥shot our Stan you always done us so proud when you we're on Australia idol but you brought it back to us🇳🇿 🔥💕

[@orielehulley8589]

Maori is the native language of New Zealand. A voice like no other!

[@billyryland]

Love to hear and see a reaction at the points of significance, and yet giving appreciation to all aspects involved including the ones behind the mixing desk. A perfect combination of talent right here. As others have responded, he is a Maori and extremely proud humbly so, but with an all-inclusive heart. From the incomparable influence of Lord Jesus Christ this Brother love for all shows throughout his vocal output. Every note is saturated with sincerity, love for God and all His children and extremely blessed with if not the greatest voice on this planet at this time, he is definitely one of the top five in the world. Love your perfect reaction, in par with Travis....👍🎤🎼🎵🎶🎸🎹

[@GildaHessell]

Thank you for listening to this song too

[@RMe0t7]

I appreciate your reaction to our Stan the man

[@seluvaiafunaki5838]

Stan Walker was born in Melbourne , Australia. His parents are Maori native of New Zealand. He sang that song in hus native tongue Maori.

[@patn62]

He is singing in our native language of Aotearoa ( New Zealand ). Te Reo Maori

[@xstanadu]

STAN WALKER is a OUTSTANDING VOCALIST ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@maidznozoconnor4053]

Awesome reaction... Dont worry that you dont understand the words... you can feel it. Our maori music is very psychic and spiritual and from the soul.

[@bodybalanceU2]

Stan is Maori - the indigenous people of new zealand and stan has great love and respect for his culture and language and that is what you have been listening to - te reo maori

[@nikkil2580]

You gotta hear him do Kanye's Ultralight Beam. Talk about addictive!

[@dame313]

Did it

[@NikkiIli]

Stan is amazing have you heard his duet with Delta Goodrem Born to try

[@leahthompson8282]

Full translation in the comments.

[@Dmar6n8]

Full version in Te reo Māori: He Kakano āhau I ruia mai i Rangiatea E kore au e ngaro He kakano Mai i Rangiatea Mai nga Tīpuna Nga Rangatira He kakano ahau Chorus: Ki hea ra au e hītekiteki ana ka mau tonu I-ahau oku tikanga Toku reo toku ohooho, toku reo toku mapihi maurea, toku whakakai-marihi He reo rangatira He rakai ataahua Ka tū ana ahau Ka uhia au, e oku Tīpuna Ka tū toa tonu ahau Kia kite koutou I toku mana He mana toa No onamata He morehu ahau Repeat chorus End

[@irenepopata1736]

Fire that you said you don’t know what he’s saying but you know he’s spitting. Another lady that did a reaction to “don’t dream it’s over” said she could tell the lyrics meant more to him in the colour he gave to the song. She didn’t know what he was saying but she knew he was deep

[@Bree.breezie]

New zealand male version.of beyonce.. stan also opened for queen B. On her world tour several years ago.

[@thomasbeazley768]

He sings effortlessly

[@youtubemusic5210]

Kia Ora! (Hello) Stan is Maori from Aotearoa (New Zealand), he was singing in our native tongue Te Reo Maori.

[@koala5385]

Love your reaction! Love from New Zealand

[@PacificMoceans]

Absolutely ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ soulful ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@carmellitale-man8871]

Hi from NZ newsub Stan is the man we love him at hm purple rain is one version you will like

[@shanejohnston4329]

Maori, is the language. Stan is a Kiwi , New Zealander. But he went and won the Australian Competition. New Zealand is very small. To get exposure most artists try out Australia, if they are good enough. That is why he comes up as Australian.

[@RMe0t7]

What Stan makes you feel in Maori language is called Wairua or spirit

[@lubrim01]

Māori..❤❤❤

[@anikaforster5306]

God almost gave Stan wings, till he remembered he'd already given him mutant lungs and an angelic voice to share with the world. And I for one am so grateful to be able to experience his talent.

[@bernadettekupenga3958]

Kia ora (hi, hello, or thank you in Maaori) The language is in Maaori the native tongue of New Zealand. When he sings in Maaori he's translating in English.

[@Bree.breezie]

He is( maori). The native people of new zealand.. he also spent alot of time growing up n australia.

[@kemgreen3306]

He is Maori from New Zealand....have you ever seen a rugby game and the Haka chant is done at the beginning of every game they play?

[@PacificMoceans]

Spiritually riveting ❤

[@imanihaidara2994]

He is from New Zealand and he is Māori the indigenous of New Zealand.

[@caitlinstockman1747]

This language is Maori, its the langauge of the native people of New Zealand. This song talks about holding fast to the language which is the centre of our culture. He's Maori from Nz

[@caitlinstockman1747]

During the colonisation of our country, our ancestors were beaten for speaking our native language and this song was written during the revival era when we started to reclaim our language. Its now an anthem for our people ❤️

[@crystaldavis9308]

He is not from Australia. He is Māori from New Zealand all though he did win Australian idol. He is a son of Aotearoa

[@moarijoewana]

Please react to, Amazing Grace - Stan Walker live with the Levites...

[@denisetewhata2513]

Maori language is Stans native language and he's from New Zealand, he won the Australian Idol 2009

[@Dmar6n8]

Te reo Māori Native Official language of New Zealand alongside of English. This song is all about our language and so much more

[@georginahemi-wharekawa1395]

He is Maori, First Nations of New Zealand. Hes singing in Maori his native tongue..

[@janetlewis8848]

Hes from New Zealand, hes singing in indigenous Maori language

[@cillahogg3427]

He lived in Oz but and that is a big BUT he is from Aotearoa, New Zealand and is Maori

[@meagi6116]

NZ Maori people sings everywhere at parties, church, funerals, government house, toilet, night clubs, school, bus, picnic, etc...once they see a guitar its all out singing😂

[@barbannco]

Hes a new Zealander and the language is Maori

[@CarmellitaLeman]

Born in aussie hes Māori from new Zealand

[@elahhale9057]

Thank you ❤

[@deannanewman1539]

You can Google Translate the lyrics Māori to English. Beautiful song!

[@trishaihi3537]

He is from New Zealand.

[@kiwakokiri735]

Te Reo Rangatira - aka - the "Maori" language. It's an official language of Aotearoa, New Zealand 🇳🇿

[@georgenohokau9322]

Māori bro

[@EvalaniMailou]

Maori from New Zealand

[@sarahkawe]

MĀORI!!!!!

[@pamelatana7965]

Hes from New Zealand. Maaoŕi descent

[@RMe0t7]

No he’s from New Zealand 🇳🇿

[@Godgamer2k230]

Thats our language of Aotearoa/NZ bro, Maori

[@esther-e6s9y]

The language is Naori NZ from the lowlands NuZealand 🎺🎺🎺🎺🔥❤️

[@BabeyQJNZ31]

And I'm assuming you're a pakeha that doesn't know how to respect other cultures the way you saying just disrespectful

[@BanzGz]

Māori language original founders of New Zealand before the yt men stole it from us

[@kohimoana]

Te Reo Maori is the Indigenous language of AOTEAROA- NEW ZEALAND

[@1conjure]

Maori - Aotearoa/New Zealand's Native Language

[@babettewitika5494]

He is a Maori descendant from Aotea-roimata-roa aka New Zealand

[@GildaHessell]

It's the Maori language from New Zealand

[@edplumridge-ee9qr]

It's Maori the native language of New Zealand

[@trishaihi3537]

Maori language from New Zealand.

[@pamelatana7965]

Maaori NZ

[@shaririki7343]

He tangata whenua o Aotearoa he Maori ia

[@nenalake9901]

He a New Zealander(Maori)

[@cindipuia9547]

He's Maori from New Zealand

[@jaayenuggs4861]

Language: Te Reo Maori. Teh-Reh-Or-Mouldy. Roll the R's lol

[@dianemariehawkins998]

Good? Be descriptive! The spirit is within them!

[@nikik1325]

PLEASE REACT TO ANOTHER PLEASE 🙏

[@bernadettekupenga3958]

Maaori we whakapapa(geneology) to Atua (God).

[@tinabradley9417]

He’s not Australian he’s Maori lols

[@honahwikeepa2115]

Chur bro. Long Line of Chief's is us.

[@alameinmarsh]

New Zealand Maori Language.

[@evelynwhite9332]

Maori language braah

[@waijadeandrews7450]

Maori

[@tarewapaetai7057]

He was born in Australia but he is Maori from New Zealand

[@pampam7]

Was he born in Australia, always thought he was home born and came to Australia. Interesting