"Tautai E" - live jam session

[@user-ut9vi7fu8v]

Even though i dont understand the lyrics , its still really peaceful to listen

[@annastashasamu9370]

0:22 when the instruments came in and especially that guitar intro is chef's kiss. malo lava Te Vaka mo le musika malie.

[@rosebelajepkemei1769]

How I wish it had English subtitles.I love it anyway,much love from Kenya❤️❤️

[@tepolapereira3982]

My fav song 🥺🌴❤️ Tokelau 🇹🇰

[@freyatilly]

So glad you are still together, doing what is so natural to expressing your stories, feelings, longings connections and culture.

[@FitiavanaChannel]

Love it! I’ve been a fan of you guys since the Moana movie. We, the people from Madagascar, have certain commonalities with your people and culture i.e. music, language, your concept of God, life, death and more. The concept and meaning of this song sound almost close to a Malagasy song “Lemena” by Ifanihy . It’s unfortunately a sad one as it talks about a fisherman called Lemena who goes fishing alone with his canoe to provide for his village everyday. Then, one day he never came back, everybody at the village as usual is excitingly expecting him to come back, didn’t know he was gone, taken by the waves sadly.

[@misterbeans6064]

With the meagre resources of Tokelau survival was dependent on the Tautai's ability and skill. The Tautai assumed this responsibility to provide. His relationship to Tagaloa (god of the sea) was one of awe and respect. He asked permission of Tagaloa before, beginning and during a fishing expedition. He calls to him to give a sign. Tokelau language LYRICS TAUTAI E (Master Fisherman) Lyrics & Music - Opetaia Foa'i Fakatu ake Fakatu ake te launiu Ki oku tua Te faoa tautau atu ake faitau ake chorus: Tautai e tautai e Ke mau a tu tau hoe Tau tai e tautai e inafo kua lalaga mai Tautai e tautai e Ke mau atu tau hoe Tautai e tautai e Na kaiga amanaki mai Tautai “Kikila ake Tagaloa Tagaloa a lagi Kikila ake i kaumana o ika” Fishermen“Tautai e kua lau ki kakasi Atutaoa pa’ala he mahimahi Tautai e taofi atu te ulu ki mua Na ika ienei na sau lava mai lanamua” Tautia e translation Be steady Be steady with the launiu (fishing pole) Standing behind you Your fisherman with oars be strong Be steadfast to ensure the catch is good. chorus: Master fisherman Be sure of your rowing Master fisherman Inafo (fish) are willing Master fisherman Be steady at the rear Master fisherman The families are expecting Tautai“Look down on us Tagaloa(God of the sea) Look down on us with your blessings Give your permission that we may fish. Fishermen”Tautai e the Kakasi (type of fish) has taken Atutaoa (type of fish) Pa’ala (fish) & Mahimahi (fish) Tautai e hold the head to the fore all these fish have come down from long ago. © Spirit of Play Productions/Opetaia Foa'i

[@marcycherryphoenix]

Thank you so much. ✨✨✨

[@katherineraina7344]

Thank you so much 💕

[@hilderasch6288]

I feel the sand and the ocean of the pacific thank you

[@hghspdlwdrg]

Beautiful, I love your music and Olivia's too. I have been listening to you guys since I found Pate Pate on KZbin 10 years ago. Thank you from Virginia, USA.

[@jerrickpanapa4059]

good morning te vaka fam

[@dexterstanleytauvao]

My all-time favourite song by Te Vaka. Seki to see you recreate it like this! Alofaaga mai Siāmani, always makes me feel a little less homesick when I put these songs on ❤

[@ramonaridgewell]

Lovely rendition. One of my favorites. Thanks for sharing. Your music goes back twenty years for me, when we spent time traveling through the South Pacific.

[@TEXASUSA45]

I remember listening to yall back in college and yall's music really helped me with my studies.

[@thecongenital3035]

I've always loved this track 🥰🥰

[@Jiuhuashan]

Beautiful!

[@miss.tofilau]

CHILLS ALL OVER. 🌴

[@JamesFox1]

Thank You , , ,

[@purplewitchdragon8106]

Mat you have a beautiful smile and a fun light spirit. Need more your specialness in the world

[@kanealoha]

So smooth - thank you for sharing your music!

[@willyherrera2770]

Son bellisimos al oido y a la vista. Siento un idioma hermoso y una cultura maravillosa

[@eslshrader4100]

So beautiful. Still waiting for you to come back to Japan. Maybe I should go there instead.

[@morenita1292]

Glad to see you guys, thank you for sharing your talents. Blessings. 😌

[@anonymousincognito6539]

FOUND MY NEW LULLABYE. THANK YOU FOR YOUR MUSIC TE VAKA. P.S. I dont even understand the language but I can feel it.

[@maryv8408]

💚💚💚

[@elzlez4837]

Tautai eh🇹🇰 ke mau atu tau foe😔

[@waligitehkw2670]

Respect ✊ FROM Kanaky

[@lenikobrothers3454]

❤❤❤

[@KotaloTheTeam29]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@neilbrewer7302]

I remember when they only babies Opie

[@muhendisgozde1000]

❤️

[@unafogaseugaioane3152]

💜🎶🎙💖

[@imcyrahalasan]

I hope there's english subs ☺️

[@Feenas_little_helpers]

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