#stanwalker

Listen to Stan Walker here: lnk.to/StanWalker_Music
Buzzing to welcome our international education whānau from across Asia, to a virtual forum devoted to building on New Zealand’s international education linkages with waiata - alongside ‪@RiaHallNz‬, Ibanez Maeva and Ko Tāu Rourou, a government interagency kapa haka rōpu.
Waiata is one way we demonstrate New Zealand’s cultural value of Manākitanga.
From personal experience I know that international education is a powerful thing. It sparks innovation, challenges our thinking, and helps us all find common ground. It can be regenerative personally and also collectively. Much aroha, Education New Zealand.
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[@LynBailey7]

While I do not understand your Maori language, the beauty, emotion and brilliance of your performance gets the message through to me. Thank you for sharing it with the world. 👏❤️

[@charlottegrace2698]

❤️❤️

[@roxanneeeee9232]

He has an english version to this song called Bigger

[@roxannareneerantz638]

Yes!!

[@calebnewton1744]

My soul yearns to get back to our Aotearoa. I’ve been living in China with my wife and boys for almost 3 years, and because of COVID it’s almost impossible to return to my whanau right now. Hearing Stan’s music helps me bridge the gap and stay connected, and I look forward to the day where once more I can recharge and connect to my roots. I love and miss you dearly my home, my people, my whenua. Kia aroha tatou katoa, Kia arohaina. ⚜️

[@ndog37]

NZ is stink as bru

[@karleys598]

I hope you get to go home soon

[@_xd_me6136]

Stay safe 🇳🇿🇮🇩

[@litisavailea526]

Hope u and ur whanau are able to return home Soon ❤Keep Safe Much Aroha all the way From Our Ataahua Land of the Long white cloud❤

[@sharontautari964]

I hope all is well with you and family pray that you will return home, our people always return it's in our blood

[@PRIMOCOBRA]

Your mum named you Stan, for this reason…you Stand out in Gods eyes…I can’t express how loved ur voice is….

[@kimberly-pn4ty]

Listening to him always gets me teary eyed… I don’t even understand it all but you can just feel the passion & pride! Love it

[@goforgood]

Same here

[@roxanneeeee9232]

He has an english version to this song called Bigger

[@tehyaorr528]

He has sung 2 of his songs in English and moari 👍

[@missylou2945]

Stan is one of the most underrated singers in the US. His voice is just spot on, his tone & his high notes are pitch perfect!! Liquid Gold! His song with his mom makes me cry every time I watch it. To see the bond he has with her is unbelievable. These songs on here, I don't need to know what they mean. They are still music to my soul!! His whole family is talented but I hear Stan & get emotional. I love you Stan from the US!!💗💗

[@bzylizzy]

The documentary with his battle with cancer helped my husband with his cancer fight, such an inspiration and his Mother is amazing.

[@ThatBrunette.]

I’m glad people not just from aotearoa are here but people from over sea’s like the us are listening and understanding what Maori language sounds like

[@amymitchell7542]

Kia ora ko Mareikura toku ingoa I fakarongo I te waiata Kapai to reo mahi❤

[@amymitchell7542]

Do you know Kylie

[@shazza160]

What the heck do mean underrated in the US.

[@tezh8253]

Amazing experience! It was a challenge to sing behind @Stan Walker and @RiaHallNZ and the gorgeous Ibanez without constantly getting chills because of their beautiful voices.

[@frasersgirl4383]

I’m going thru health issues and grieving my granddaughter. Listening to your songs after watching your documentary is bringing me so much peace. Thank you Stan……❤️💫❤️

[@des9323]

I love how the Māori have preserved their culture. I am South Sea and Aboriginal. One culture I lost and the other has been preserved a bit but I still feel a disconnect from it as the South Sea Islanders that were mixed do not recognise their Indigenous heritage. I am one of the few who do recognise it. I will learn what I can while I can. Culture is beautiful. 😊😊

[@THLLS-ej2tq]

Culture is the essence of life brother...

[@angelashort1331]

See how strong and productive the people become when their soul is connected with the origins of language . Just look at the Hebrew people ,and the contribution to the world they've made ,Their language keeps them strong and knitted together , When roots are strong ,the tree grows well . Ani Angela messenger AROHA NUI Endsoftheearth

[@MrRooXs]

We had to fight for our culture brother. You fight for yours too. Go hard.

[@jpnz6791]

Kia kaha tonu Des. Keep going Des. Your ancestor's will be so proud of your journey. They will be standing with you. Sending love from Aotearoa.

[@wellychick1]

It's a blessing you that you recognise it in a world where lots of culture/ language/identity has been lost amidst colonisation. Your ancestors live through you and will continue to live through your children. It's not too late to learn stories, songs, prayers and incorporate even a few words/vocabulary into your life such as greetings, names of food, colours, objects etc and teach your children too. It doesn't matter if you are the only one in your community who tries to do it or if people say it has no use now so why bother. You just do what you can, with what you have, wherever you are. If you leave this world having instilled that same love and pride in the hearts of your children, then you have done your job and your culture will never, ever be "lost". Kia kaha, Des (be strong) 💗

[@kengwal35]

I still don’t know why Stan, but you bring this Aussie grandpa to tears so often! I had just regained dry eyes at the end of the first song when the first few bars of the second song brought me undone all over again. Your joy, commitment and pride in who you are deserves an enormous hug from us all!

[@coloba06]

Beautiful to see, hear a man with an amazing instrument singing in his mother tongue, what an honour. Stan you are a true inspiration, your life is a testament to your whanau. Thank you for blessing us with your gift and inspiring us to be true to ourselves and our roots. And big ups to your aunty and niece! oh and the choir :)

[@arenautapora2026]

ARE TAPORA ALL BLACKS IN YOUR HEAD TO BE THE FIRST TO KNOW THAT 🤔 IS ONE OF THE BEST 👌 IN all of this and I have been very busy with my job that will last long time and Came out with the same thing as we can see what we want

[@donnasumrall9968]

Once again I hear you sing in your beautiful language which indeed is your ornament of grace. Love these songs so much. Don’t ever let them die…SING ON!!!

[@Chryslers1]

He Kakano Ahau was composed by my brother Hohepa Tamehana.. this is sung beautiful. I respect everyone singing this song in this video. It's just beautiful 💟💟💟💟

[@siobhanlawson6426]

A song of the soul and ancestry. So heart felt 💓 'Dia dhuit' means hello in Irish 🇮🇪☘

[@hineharrison4309]

My lord, the choir were fantastic... Love it...

[@michelleskelly3496]

Literally bawling my eyes out. So beautiful ❤️❤️❤️ I’m so glad we all still have you Stan

[@carolannanderson6281]

A truly incredible staunch, proud young man who has endured so much. Your talent is so appreciated Stan

[@melanieliston4034]

Thank you Stan for the songs. You not only speak for the Maoris when u sing, you speak for all indigenous ppl around the world. That 2nd song u sang speaks for the murder of over 200 indigenous children in Canada and another 700 in another residential school. They tried to kill our culture our languages....they tried to bury us but what they didn't know is we are seeds! Love ya Stan, keep doing what u do. Be blessed! 🙂💕 from a Navajo to a Maori...ahééhéé ( thank you) 🙏

[@joebovovitch7803]

Umm ive known that song all my life its not stans song ... 1st time ive heard that its connected to such a tragedy

[@melanieliston4034]

@@joebovovitch7803 I know its not stans song. But it's the meaning of the song and we all know every indigenous songs are related to tragedy. Please! Don't chime in here with negativity. Go ruin someone's day 🙄

[@jazminemarks6372]

@@joebovovitch7803 fluck right off .. you heard it how many times and know nothing about it? Go on you sound delusional. I’m Māori and can say we all own the song dude!!! Get it right

[@BlueAsphodel370]

@melanie liston triggered much. Can't you just appreciate the waiata without tagging unnecessary political points? Guess not

[@melanieliston4034]

@@BlueAsphodel370 run along kid! No one is talking politics! Bye!

[@carol2sweets928]

I don't know he is saying but this is beyond beautiful. Thank you Stan love from Ireland x

[@blu4758]

Hey Stan I am so proud of you & you make me feel proud being Maori ..Chur Chur

[@BanquetNZ]

Stan, anything you sing is the soundtrack of (this part) of my life. Your voice is my home.

[@mandykal]

He definitely put a mark on the globe and represented his own culture. Kudos from CT. USA..

[@lynette8177]

Love a man who is connected with his culture, family, the land and the ocean... definitely a very wise spiritual man x after everything you have been through, the power of your identity has helped you on your journey... you are inspirational x

[@THLLS-ej2tq]

Stan is the very essence of our Maori people, strong, vibrant, and full of "AROHA" (love). Sing about it loud and proud my brother. Let all of humanity know who we are. Whaea Ria Hall, love your music e hoa.

[@lindacleveland1289]

Stan , I only discovered you today, beautiful song 👌🌹🇬🇧

[@ruby1037]

Welcome to his fan club

[@shazza160]

Then you need to understand his journey. How their family left NZ for Australia with child protection and family violence issues. They entered Stan in nationwide Talent Quest which he won. And haven’t looked back.

[@wrappedinloveboutique]

Even the background singers are in Awe 😍 Beautiful vocals Stan 🤍

[@airashiitheempress5798]

Awww I love you Stan beautiful songs and heart felt absolutely stunning make us all proud to be Polynesian much love my Maori family thank you for all you do and laying the foundation for all of us and the next generation. Your leadership and talents are inspiring and marvelous to witness God bless you always

[@ForceOfPhoenixx]

I don’t understand the lyrics, but my heart does. I’m in tears. You’re marvelous Stan. God bless you and your family.

[@StanWalkerAotearoa]

Thank YOU , Stan

[@reghill7251]

I came to one of your shows in Rooty Hill Sydney when my friends Rutu and Dean Watson we're doing security for you and you we're amazing then wow this is next level!!! 👏👏so so proud of how far you've come Stan god bless y'all...

[@jacquesdisles9833]

I used to listen to that kind of songs like this when I'm feeling down, it comforts me a lot. And I'm feeling okay now. I'm from Fiji of Rotuman native, but I don't speak my own mother tongue, but I learn French as a hobby. So to speak, I want to sing Stan's songs in French. So Stan, thank you for cheering me up. Vinaka vakalevu and merci beaucoup. Love from Fiji. 😀😀😀🙌🇫🇯

[@vivienarmstrong7268]

What a walking miracle he is thank you LORD. Michael Bluble said of his voice kissed by GOD. Tena koe Stan. Watched from Sydney Australia. July 2021.

[@rechoice9010]

I love songs in Te Reo. Sounds so much better.

[@bellateriini9506]

O Lord Jesus, what a sound. So explosive, so sweet, sooo full of your spirit Lord, and sung by your very own servants. Wow, yes wow indeed. Just soak in these songs people "ka rongo i te wairua o ngā waiata", ataahua rawa.

[@michaeltawopi4480]

God bless you in your family. I'm very inspired by your songs.

[@Oldenuff2nobeder]

I always cry @ the end of the Aotearoha song. And thank you to the Maori people for being so generous to allow the caucasians into your choir to sing along. I totally get it, I want to be included in all that lyrical beauty and melodic passion too. As for Ibanez, it is just so great that she keeps on showing up to help deliver this song. Her part @the end is pure sweetness. Thank you Stan, for sharing the gift of your powerful, amazing voice with us!

[@magee113]

Magnificent!!! The more I listen to Stan's music, the further my heart and soul just SOAR!!!💚💙💜💛

[@paulinemartinbarrell3277]

Thank you Stan for using your God-given gifts to spread the message of self-realisation, cultural pride & freedom that serves to unite the world we’re moving into!

[@BettyR-iz8ro]

❤🇳🇿🌿

[@klhoward4845]

I’ve loved Stan Walker as an artist since Australian Idol and I’m reminded again, by this video, of all the reasons why! He is so soulful and rich with life love culture and heritage and it shows in his voice and performance!

[@angelashort1331]

Amen! Ani Angela messenger AROHA NUI Endsoftheearth

[@sabinetheveniau543]

Je suis fan malgré mes 57 ans!!! Vous chantez avec votre cœur et cela ce ressent, vous pourriez étre mon fils et je serais si fier car au delà du chanteur il y a la personne et vous êtes une belle personne, merci à vous de apporter du bonheur

[@tulipesauiluma4125]

What a wonderful voices and a man who really love for his people and wanted his language and culture to keep it up and remember to keep it up and love you GOD BLESS 💖💖😚💗😘😚💗💗💗😘💝

[@fionahart45]

Outstanding performance Such great love an energy from u all Love from Australia 🇦🇺

[@drivenbythechills]

I mean how can you be bored of his voice, this guy was born & born & born & born again to sing for the world. Such an incredible soul, loving the niece & the whole group behind :) so lovely to hear maoris singing in their tongue

[@rhonalome1462]

You sound just as good live! Love all your music Stan, God bless you!

[@TheRasmusgirl1]

I love the songs u did, especially the Aotearoa, it's makes me proud of being NZ citizen! ❤️

[@gardenia24sugarfoot.36]

Thank you Stan, Aunty n wee niece - Choral backing - absolutely gorgeous & sounds are perfect. Love the lyrics - the voices just lovely. kia kaha Stan & once again beautiful sounds.

[@mereanastevens7843]

Stunning performance. I also love the cultural diversity of the choir. Just magic.

[@carolclarke5839]

Can not wait till we can have live music again in Melbourne hope to see you soon Stan xxx

[@madalenacalleja1199]

Even though I don’t understand Māori I feel the pain and beauty of this handsome young singer what he has gone through . Beautiful !! God bless you and your family

[@samoan_fagogo_storytelling]

Respect to the culture and people. I find myself coming back every time to this song as a reminder of my ancestors and to gather that mana from them, when I listen to Stans voice. Faafetai

[@glennwilson465]

A stunning performance. Stan performs with immense passion, pride, and mana. He is a truly authentic advocate and role-model for Te Reo Maori and the legacy, pride, and heritage of this beautiful language. Makes you proud to be a Kiwi.

[@anaherakepa6170]

Beautiful ria an magnificent stan!

[@Yramdezil]

Love that community! Thank you for these cultural songs in your language! Stan you are amazing! Hug and kiss from New Caledonia ! Just stand to preserve our culture and tradition in the whole wild world! #PacificIslanders👌🏾

[@pippy68p65]

Wow whatva voice. He just gets better if thats possible. My mother use to say when you put your shoes on may they walk you in the right path to a great life. God bless her.

[@robertabray4890]

Beautiful thanks everyone good luck with your new album Stan love your passion.

[@cindycreateforlife]

A like button is not enough, we need a LOVE button! You were spared for a purpose Stan, stay real and beautiful inside and out!❤🇨🇦

[@djjjewelz]

beautiful Stan your voice is just everything!

[@rowenawilliams6868]

It's hard to use the gift God gives you. But you are blessed with your gift.

[@lionessleola7223]

This is song; this is music; this is grace; this is a testimony; this is bigger than Stan. How blessed is he to have been chosen to spread such love and knowledge through his voice. Amazing Grace how sweet it is.

[@TheRealMrCods]

Absolutely beautiful my Brother Stan 💖

[@rawiri9802]

I love you Stan your Aroha lights the path for our people and is inspirational to all peoples . May Atua continue to bless you and keep you in his care .

[@emc7405]

Beautiful. Amazing. So much love. You are truly a gift from God, Stan Walker. Thank you.

[@TinekaJasonPalmer]

Stan the wonderful man. Love Ria too.

[@daveopenz]

Nice Colab. Im in awe of your amazing voice and song writing bro.

[@lanaleilua9712]

Beautiful. Powerful. So much love ❤️💪🏽

[@LatinButterfly]

Very very beautiful!!! I can listen to you sing all day.

[@glenismilne4022]

Absolutely magical. Stan you have the most incredible voice. Beautiful ❤️

[@xstanadu]

Beautiful ~ Vocals are amazing and background choir ~ Your Auntie has a beautiful voice as well ~ your message of HOPE through your music is wonderful . Thank You , Mr Stan Walker ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@franciskenneth6789]

Stan you are just INCREDIBLE !!!

[@_xd_me6136]

Stan I’m in love with your songs I would sing them every day but I just can’t but I LOVE YOUR SONGS 😃

[@lulusuapopo9427]

Wow your voice is beautiful gives me goose bumps. So beautiful.

[@TheRasmusgirl1]

Stanny! ❤️ I love all ur songs/waiata U're singing!! I love the meaning of the song others I think should listen to listen! Such a valuable meaning.. sing out your voice for all to hear it!! Ur voice is beautiful as ur soul!! 🙏🏻❤️✌🏻Love you! Ur amazing!! ❤️🤗🤘🏻🤟🏻

[@nathaliepene2724]

Far out.!!! How have I not come across this channel sooner. I love everything about this

[@AyeMama]

Nice to see a mix of ethnicity and age in the choir. You did great! How hard it would be to back such powerful amazing singers that Stan and Ria are👌🏽

[@greengonzonz]

Love love love 💙💙💙

[@katelee9908]

Who on earth would want to give this a thumbs down?!?!....teach yourself about what this brilliant young man has endured and you might change your mind.

[@SadieSativa]

Such a spiritual experience listening to you Stan. Full body chills! Amazing performance by all ❤️ 😊

[@MmBeeA]

Young man, you have an awesome gift, thank you for sharing your passion baby boy…💝 and your pride

[@NE55IE]

Stellar performance as usual Stan, pity the choir didn't do your waiata justice by at least moving with the beat!

[@karolinw501]

The most talented artist ❤❤❤ perfection

[@deborahbuchanan3238]

So beautiful…listening again and filled with amazement, appreciation. ‘We are survivors’ song - no words can describe how much this resonates. Thank you so much! Many blessings to you.

[@Dan-ju2rn]

Hey Stan, I bought your book.. Just saying 😅 I'm not even Māori but feel so proud of you and how you represent our beautiful country in the reo.

[@Dan-ju2rn]

And can I ask if you can come out with more waiata in te reo. Can't get enough of it!!!!!

[@djbecket]

You touch my soul when you sing in your language Stan. ❤️

[@cherrydeleon9646]

Lovely comment. Great artist. He's like a good friend of mine in our first lives. (Smile) Peaches JAMAICA HARLEM 🍑 🇯🇲 NYC

[@nataliemarshall7158]

I did not understand any of the Māori but that was absolutely beautiful and gave me goosebumps all the same! And his Neice was gorgeous you could see she has been blessed with that musical gift too. Well done to all involved

[@maryannesmith1392]

Beautiful..I’m so proud to be a kiwi…thankyou

[@bumnut88]

always been a fan bro! would love to watch you live one time when all this craziness is over!

[@kirstymiller7094]

A sense of family. Stan. Your neice and Auntie. This touches my heart and makes me see we are all family. 🤗💖

[@kayer3374]

Goosebumps performance... Love your message and you’re the best Stan💕💕💕💕💕

[@charlottegrace2698]

Love All the songs Stan 💕💕💕💕💕😍

[@gailsiangco5599]

So proud of you Stan as you represent your Maori Culture ! Simply Beautiful !!!

[@highchiefsav]

Stan Walker 👏👏💯💯 ✊ Too deadly!! *MY LANGUAGE IS MY STRENGTH* ✊

[@lockyscully8051]

that little girl is the best singer there. that's what I call a little Stan WAlker😄👍

[@gregthompson9487]

Beautiful brother,who else is watching this November 2022

[@meg7088]

Waiata Ātaahua, enjoy that very much, peace & love to you & yours 🕊️💜

[@kiwinewz2042]

❤️whanau I don’t go to church. You are my Church. Since my brain injuries 18 year’s ago, I have not sung. I can’t remember lyrics, even songs I’ve written. (Punk, Hardcore bands) I’ve never busked since. I cannot remember Waiata. Singing in Kapa Haka. I’m not giving up. The joy with which you and your family sing has lifted me. Kia Kaha Arohanui

[@Excellentness]

Stan that was Awesome you know that your voice is like an Angels when you bring out the emotion in some one and tears roll down my face just listening 🎧 to you sing.what more can one ask for.thank you Stan walker. And thanks everyone

[@tanianigelwade8935]

I feel God speaking through you. Thank you so much. We're moari and don't understand much of our language.

[@johnbethell1952]

Smoothe vocals Stan, love this video

[@taarnacam5606]

I am a cook islander so this song is the world for me

[@navureilagiwaila6528]

Omg this is beautiful. Indigenous cultures are absolutely amazing. Thank you Maori brothers and sisters of Aotearoa. Love from Fiji.

[@ellasjourney4560]

Thank you for one of the most beautiful music Stan Walker.

[@johnfrance9092]

These songs fill my wairua tank. Yes Stan and crew I can reconnect to my roots in the Takitimus even though I am far away.

[@paultanewilliams1121]

Amazing songs for amazing singer, the best ever