Mele Kalikimaka - The Petersens (LIVE)

[@Liz.Newton]

*LYRICS - Mele Kalikimaka* ------------ Mele Kalikimaka is the thing to say On a bright Hawaiian Christmas Day That's the island greeting that we send to you From the land where palm trees sway Here we know that Christmas will be green and bright The sun will shine by day and all the stars at night Mele Kalikimaka is Hawaii's way To say Merry Christmas to you Mele Kalikimaka is the thing to say On a bright Hawaiian Christmas Day That's the island greeting that we send to you From the land where palm trees sway Here we know that Christmas will be green and bright The sun will shine by day and all the stars at night Mele Kalikimaka is Hawaii's way To say Merry Christmas to you Mele Kalikimaka is the thing to say On a bright Hawaiian Christmas Day (Hawaiian Christmas Day) That's the island greeting that we send to you From the land where palm trees sway (Palm trees sway) Here we know that Christmas will be green and bright (Oh so green and bright) The sun will shine by day and all the stars at night (Ahh-h-h) Mele Kalikimaka is Hawaii's way To say Merry Christmas A very Merry Christmas A very very Merry Merry Christmas to you Album: Christmas with the Petersens 🎄✨

[@josegenaroriveraloanzon]

Thanks Liz, Mele Kalikimaka!

[@Sooch694]

Good Morning and Thank you Liz from snowing Illinois

[@Liz.Newton]

Listen to The Petersens’ Christmas playlist 🚂🎅🏻🌴 - kzbin.info/aero/PLi4OplF1xLPeIWdLWFeUE7pyE4plJOBgM

[@Sooch694]

@@Liz.Newton Liz thank you so much for that playlist. You know I can't think of Christmas without them now. A year ago it was "who are they?" Aren't we fortunate? Be well my friend.

[@Liz.Newton]

@@Sooch694 Snowy Illinois sounds lovely, especially with a Petersen soundtrack. Fingers crossed for a white Christmas!

[@johnswanson7942]

It's impossible to watch a Petersens video without feeling happier than you were before you watched it.

[@jonstefanik9400]

You're exactly right.

[@Henry-vu5sg]

Well put

[@mich8050]

That's why I'm mainlining their videos right now

[@renolemond638]

"A" Men !

[@RemosRemos900007]

That's so true they are a true gift to us!

[@blakem9109]

Katie always looks like she's having so much fun.

[@marty01957]

Makes me wonder how they get through anything, with her keeping them on their toes! :-)

[@juanlu3958]

I LOVE KATIE!

[@wardaddy10mtn3]

@@juanlu3958 Waiting for Emmett to propose to Katie!!!

[@juanlu3958]

@Wardaddy10Mtn NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@toddavis8151]

And Julianne always looks a bit uncomfortable

[@chrisozzy56]

Matt and the girls do their usual great job , but I often think we take Emmitt’s dobro playing too much for granted . He adds so much to their songs and ALWAYS does a stellar job and makes it look so effortlessly . Truly a fantastic musician !

[@reflectormate4814]

True. He is a master.

[@jonstefanik9400]

The Petersens are very fortunate to hire Emmett and his dobro, not to mention his vocal talent.

[@brovatucka]

The Petersens make every day Christmas for me. No joke. I love Christmas. I love the Petersens. The algorithm will have my back . Every day.

[@imtherealone.6268]

You know, I have to say, the Petersens are the one group helping me get through this rough year and this year has been one roller coaster. Thank you guys and have a Merry Christmas.

[@elleohai]

i agree, theyre like comfort food for the ears and heart.

[@billcaruso7050]

I've never been a great fan of this song, but oh my gosh!... I am now! Great job by all of you!

[@adipsous]

Same here. I love them peeps.

[@adamp.7685]

FYI. Written by R. Alex Anderson in 1949. Made famous by Bing Crosby and the Andrew’s Sisters in 1950. The Petersens cover this song with the same lighthearted and upbeat happiness as those who made it famous. Great job Petersen Fam.

[@tonyd3433]

Yes they remind me of the Andrew Sisters with this song as well. I have one their vinyl albums and saw them featured in movies with Abbot and Costello. Very fond memories. 🙂

[@albertchin401]

Excellent rendition! Loved it

[@lloydlin7834]

Woah, even before Hawaii became admitted to the Union!

[@drygordspellweaver8761]

Bing really butchered the pronunciation tho

[@hyominhan9556]

Here we are in Korea. My daughter she is 2.7years old. She loves to listen this song. Especially she love Katie. She always mention her like mommy! that violin girl smiles!! My girl can even sing in English but she doesn’t know what means 🤣🤣

[@BigMikesGarage]

Matt's voice is so silky smooth, and the harmony from the sisters is just so perfect! Just beautiful!

[@popdetective1000]

My gosh....the joy on Katie’s face.....such a lovely young lady....sigh

[@icystrangers5482]

Katie has tremendous charisma, and she pulled off that dance with ease. I love that moment at 3:00 when Julianne seems to examine her sister for a split second, then freezes and stares fixedly at the middle distance! Meanwhile, Ellen can't help staring at Katie in disbelief while trying not to laugh. I think Matt must have got a signal from the camera man, "move aside, we're zooming in!" Great entertainment and leadership by senior sister.

[@gemmacasanova6804]

The dobro sounds amazing in this, Emmett!

[@karlbaake4140]

Hey, so this is 2 years old, but these guys never cease to amaze me- the song has a more than simple guitar chord phrasing and Hawaiian-polka-Irish tempo and lyric. No room for even little fowl-ups, yet they carry it off with typical aplomb, easily delivering a relaxed, smiling rendition- even the animated exuberance of the end credit outtake is adorable. I'm a bit bummed out by a couple aspects-of-life things, but this popped up after a couple other drive home video song plays and instantly I felt lightheartedly happy. "solid work from mom and Emmett" and all of 'em! Y'all keep up the good work! Love'ya! Karl 🤠

[@Peggysmusic]

Everything about this band is excellent. Musicianship, vocals, stage presence, the harmonies, and the arrangements. Not only that, but every one of them are stunningly beautiful/handsome!

[@matthewrose8976]

I love the little duet between Julianne and Emmett!

[@huskydogable]

The sibling harmony is fantastic!

[@toms6756]

Matt's vocal is perfection! Thank you for sharing your gift.

[@steelheart4148]

When the 3 ladies started to harmonize, they reminded me of the Andrews sisters. Nice job!

[@traenenimregen4638]

You are quite right - I was reminded on the song 'Rum And Coca-Cola'. Perhaps The Petersens should give it a try.

[@kerrymolloy5912]

very true ,well spotted

[@steelheart4148]

@@traenenimregen4638 Their versatility never fails to amaze me. With the right agent, they could be successful on a national scale.

[@jbro74]

@@traenenimregen4638 oh I'd love to hear them do that song.

[@tahoemike5828]

I had exactly the same thought. It would be interesting to hear them cover a few of their tunes.

[@rickrolinski177]

From Pittsburgh to Hilton Head to Branson; Mele Kalikiamaka and God Bless. Good show!

[@charleshowelljr451]

This will be my first Christmas without my mom, To see how this family enjoys each other brings back so many memories, keep making those memories, MERRY CHRISTMAS.....

[@patrickodonovan5066]

That was beautiful. Well done. Great to hear and see Matt sing--that guitar man has a voice. Katie, Emmett, Ellen, and Julieanne were brilliant and uplifting as well. I always get a kick out of watching mama bear in the background playing bass and watching her children glow. This band has been great medicine for me and my family.

[@timd7782]

So beautiful. what a very talented group of musicians. The sister's harmony is truly excellent. And great job by the standup bass player!

[@redrust3]

Born and raised in Hawaii. Petersens did an awesome job, as good as anyone locally was ever performed. At least in my 62 years. My adopted brother has a timeshare in Branson, so hopefully I’ll be staying with them one of these days and see the Petersens live!

[@fohpono8884]

Here in Hawaii, where the sun shines all day and palm trees sway, we dream of White Christmases just like the ones most Hawaiians have never known. Great rendition of Mele Kalikimaka that deserves a Hana Hou me Maika’i No!

[@marvinthemaniac7698]

Hana Hou me Maika'i No means "Do More" in Hawaiian.

[@jonstefanik9400]

This song was for you. Hawaiians that never get a White Christmas. It's still Christmas everywhere so don't feel left out. Mele Kalikimaka friend!

[@elisabethgfoley]

This song was absolutely written for you guys. I love the little touch with the dobro on the word "sway."

[@deanchampion6777]

I grew up Mormon... big families... music,...etc. I'm... All of these children are all 40 years younger than me... but, I MUST say that the smile of that brunette violin playing girl just makes me smile. Thank you for making 12 months of covid solitary confinement more tolerable... These days just seeing a happy person... brings me happiness. It reminds me of happier days of yore [long ago]. At the moment... I've had a 100 - 105 degree fever for... I don't know, somewhere between 4-9 weeks - honestly, mostly been unconscious... but you all make me smile. ; ) So, God bless (I'm an atheist - but I respect), and thank you all for being so edifying, wholesome, happy, and wonderful.!!!! I wish you all the best.!! Stay safe and stay alive... Sorry... I think that I have to go unconscious again now.

[@singmysong1167]

Dean, I hope that you survived the last 2 weeks. And we were all born atheists, except for the gift of the measure of faith given by God, seek it and ask for it, friend.

[@ssmusiclover]

Katie is the name of the smiling violin player. Hope you feel better.

[@dreamer097]

2:45 that dobro slide really brought it home

[@gunnarbiker]

Happy Birthday Emmett and Merry Christmas to all of you!!

[@danterbo2392]

I love how it’s all acoustic

[@feg953]

So beautiful..I'm still smiling!

[@Jazzbeu55]

Heck, I would watch it again just to see Katie's smile. By the way, Matt's solo, the instrumental work, and the sister harmonies were all fabulous.

[@johnandsarahcooper6927]

Katie is so much fun. I love her dorky side 😆

[@radarohanys195]

Because of Corona I can't visit my parents for Christmas this year. It will be first time for me Christmas with no family. I hope your music and smile will help me a little to spend this time well. MERRY CHRISTMAS for Petersens and all people watching you!

[@truman42746]

My Christmas sprit is higher this crazy year than it's been in years and it's all because of the Petersens!! Great job Matt! The girls harmonies were great as usual and once again Emmett was exceptional!!!!

[@johandeveld2473]

They look so pure! Sound so pure! Fantastic! The lady on the background can be proud on her kids :)

[@libertyhillbilly4158]

Wish I could like it 20 times....reminds me of Christmas Vacation and makes me smile. Best version of this song I've ever heard and the happiness and joy this family puts in their music just makes me happy and appreciate the holiday season!!!!

[@AydinBalcik1]

You're a family of precious gems dears, shining on mother Earth! Love from Istanbul.

[@first2find]

The Petersen's are the "The Gift that keeps on giving". Thank you.

[@txlangster6276]

Vocals are great, but the smiles...beautiful.

[@Allen2]

Andrews Sisters (original with Bing,) Quebe Sisters (with Kacey Musgraves) and now Peterson Sisters with Matt. The song, from 1949-50, pre-dates the 1959 statehood of Hawaii. Great version for annual listening!

[@margaretcrossmusic27]

I can't help but smile listening to you all! Lovely harmonies, and the dobro really shines on this one! (I'm convinced any dislikes are from Scrooge and the Grinch. Just keep serving up the Christmas magic and they'll come around eventually!)

[@jnlaf]

Timing is everything...just took a break from the shop and found this. Made my day...Thank you, Very enjoyable..Now back to work..

[@larrystolzman9337]

I think Santa would say the same thing this time of the year!

[@jnlaf]

@@larrystolzman9337 HO HO, wow ( I mean OH wow) I never thought of that...That's funny..

[@larrystolzman9337]

@@jnlaf Glad you enjoyed my comment. Sorry I have to dash off. Mrs. has a cup of hot chocolate waiting for me. 🙂🙂🙂 Merry Christmas!

[@jnlaf]

@@larrystolzman9337 Marry Christmas..

[@adamp.7685]

Santa? Is this really you? 😳

[@luciaom9929]

This is my absolute favourite one from Matt! 🙂

[@pwlp789]

Greetings from England! It's a rare treat to watch you live.

[@docadams7099]

Some MIGHTY FINE playing and singing!

[@ildarsh6329]

Thank you, you are awesome. I hope that one day I will be able to watch you live. First time visiting America I will not go to New York or Las Vegas. I will go to Branson, no doubt.

[@michaelpuskas8484]

It is impossible not to love everything you guys do. Genres I love, genres I don't, and everything in between. Thanks so much for making music that always makes me smile.

[@adamp.7685]

Couldn't agree with you more

[@max917]

One of my favorite Christmas tunes performed by one of my favorite artists! Also OMG Katie is so cute at the end!! lol Love it!!

[@taylorvaughan2710]

Thank you for that wonderful rendition. Takes me back as I was raised in Kailua and sang that song every Christmas with my family. You all sing beautifully! And I always love to see mom in the back!!

[@eddiemahikoiii8051]

Hawaiian boy living in Cali saying a big MAHALO for spreading a little Christmas cheer, Hawaiian style!! A big bucket list to come and see you guys in Branson once COVID is a thing of the past...very much appreciate these remarkable KZbin videos sharing your amazing talents...from my friends and family to yours, wishing you a safe and blessed Merry Christmas! May you have a joyous holiday season!! God bless!!

[@juliaray8649]

Precious family, Mom and Dad did well. Merry Christmas!❤️🎄❤️

[@mikeknowles8017]

The look on the other girls faces while Katie is doing (some kind of) sign language in the outro is hilarious.

[@singmysong1167]

they look like they don't ever know what to expect from their sister, haha.

[@samsmith7901]

Love that dobro and mandolin combo.

[@PeterGregg]

Merry Christmas guys, gals, mom and dad. You guys are an official distributor of LOVE :) Thumbs up 👍👍👍

[@geoffosborne4720]

Very respectful version of the best Christmas song ever!

[@maxlimit18]

Matt's voice just keeps getting stronger. Well done.

[@familyallen57]

Thank you this rendition. Pure Gold. Matt has the perfect voice for this song, and the girls in support was perfect. And of course Emmett's dobro solo fit the mood just right. Your arrangements compliment every song you do! Just received our signed copy of the Christmas CD ..on the play stack immediately! Blessings and Peace from DownUnder!

[@KJWEBMEDIA]

Love the rythm and happiness it generates.

[@danbaldwin7106]

Wow I'm listening to Christmas music the first week of October 2021 ????? Only the Petersons could work that magic. TY

[@mattz8234]

Wow, it's lighthearted, bright and it has a kind art-decoey, 20s feel to it. Well done and thank you! The best outro ever!

[@jutakis]

Matt has such a beautiful voice and he has a charming understated presence.

[@Liz.Newton]

All your comments are so thoughtful, thank you for sharing 💛

[@FrankvdMuijsenberg]

Hi Julie, I agree with Liz, thoughtful and perceptive. Very nice.👍

[@mr68special]

Great song by a great family

[@timmschuch1576]

mein Ohrwurm 2021. Großartig! Danke.

[@jimr907]

We just returned home from Branson where we were privileged to see the Petersens twice. The videos and cds are great but nothing compares to seeing this wonderful group live! Every show just gets better and better. The Christmas album is their best yet. Merry Christmas to you all and can't wait to see you next year.

[@olddoc4430]

My day just got better. With love

[@jdscoco]

Fun song for this group. The interplay with the vocals and music was great!

[@buckgump1163]

I think you all could take any song and make great and Katie has the cutest smile

[@billyobong4469]

Best version if this song I've ever heard, the Petersens just nailed it! Bravo!!!

[@jbrownTrex]

One of my favorite songs 😊 Petersons do it outstanding, especially Katie

[@Mayso1]

One word....two syllables.....”Su-Perb”. Merry Christmas 🎄

[@markseelye8270]

Love the girls harmony on this one. Detecting a little Quebe Sisters. ❤️🤠

[@bobsternvogel5550]

Great work on the vocals and instruments, and I enjoyed seeing how much fun Katie and Ellen were having as they smiled in a way guaranteed to bring some sunshine into any viewer's life!

[@jazzgrubsmoor6007]

I can't help but notice that they did a good job of recreating Bing and the Andrews Sisters while adding their own Bluegrass touch to the arrangement.

[@Sooch694]

The Petersens made a Christmas classic their very own. Thank you for the cards. Katie is now the official Dancing Queen.

[@michaelhubbard1711]

My mama and mom always said that sisters was hard to beat in Harmony ..... guess they knew what they were talking about!!!!!! Fantastic job from all !! Thank y’all for this video ! Lead and mandolin and dobro spot on as well

[@dalesearcy5734]

I feel sorry for those that put a thumbs down for this talented band. Jealousy bust be a very hard thing to deal with.

[@billyted123]

what a blessing, reminds me of my wife, it was her favorite song. Excellent!!

[@chazmichael7967]

I grew up with sign language as my second language and katie got it right 100% lol

[@georgeclark7208]

I was wondering if she was just goofing around or if it was legit. Thanks.

[@jonstefanik9400]

That was awesome.

[@dianneraphael8248]

Truly beautiful.....gave me goosebumps.The harmonies are glorious.

[@chadjohnson9208]

They are pure genius’s! Amazing !

[@briteness]

This was exactly what I needed to put me in the Christmas spirit in this bear of a year. Thank you!

[@majorkali8700]

WOW!! Matt your voice is so phenomenal in this song!! AWESOME job as usual Petersen's in taking a known song to a whole new level with your special group synergy!! Thank you Petersens!!

[@howarda.5017]

All of the musicians are wonderful! I'm not older, but I heard a version of this once. These young ladies sound like the Andrews Sisters back in the day! If the Petersen's Christmas music doesn't put a smile on your face perhaps you are a grumpy scrooge.

[@jimmystar6896]

To hear y'all singing makes my ears happy, and to see the love in your family makes my heart feel better, I love this family and their music, God Bless you all and Merry Christmas

[@Gage409]

This is one superlatively talented family. God bless and Merry Christmas ✝️🎄

[@BHiemisch]

Simply wonderful! It's so good to feel your joy. Matt's voice fits perfectly to the song, if he now says ""Ho ho ho", he can pass as Santa Claus. And the harmonies of Katie, Ellen and Julianne are always great anyway! Mele Kalikimaka or Merry Christmas to all from far away Germany 🤗🎄🙋‍♂️

[@buckhanan363]

Voices are grand, instrumental is great, and Emmett on the Dobro was fantastic. Thank you all.

[@hannalemusic]

This is absolutely lovely!! Matt’s solo was wonderful and the harmonies and of course the accompaniment! You guys are terrific 😍

[@johannakluver4460]

Love you…😃Greetings to the World from 🇩🇪🥂🎄

[@fusik6485]

I am not a big fan of music, but I discovered this band maybe 2 weeks ago, and watched a lot of videos. Wonderful music and lovely family. So for the first time in 15 years and maybe 4th time in my life, I paid for music when I bought an album on Amazon, and listened a lot on my 2 day drive from Eastern Europe to France through some beautiful wintry alpine passes. By the way, Merry Christmas is "Boldog Karácsonyt" in Hungarian, but I dont recommend to do cover with this :). Also, palm trees dont sway here, haha. Thanks for the music!

[@crtstom]

That is awesome!!! I'm from Hawaii and I love this. Great dobro work!

[@h54h52]

That lad's going to be a heartbreaker!

[@deedieducati2272]

Wow! For starters: this is one of my favorite Christmas songs! Secondly: One night on stage our bassist popped a string (ikr?) So to kill time I played "stump the band" with the audience. (They holler out a song, and I sing one line of the song) Well someone thought they could stump me and yelled "Mele Kalikemaka" and I started singing it. They were floored that I knew the song! (It's hard to stump a musician but it HAS happened) The bass string was replaced quickly and we carried on the set. Thirdly: YOU GUYS TOTALLY NAILED THIS SONG! Thank you from the bottom of my heart... ❤️ Dd

[@bdm1000]

I love this version. It really grows on you.

[@ulrichfriehe3459]

From abroad I wish the whole family and Emmett a mele kalikimata. Thanks for the wonderful music and stay safe.

[@irvsmith1101]

I just love your family AND Emmitt! You guys are awesome! Love Katie sharing her funny side! It is awesome when you guys share some of your personalities! Have a blessed Christmas and New Year!! Get it Mama!!

[@muncedev11]

Love Matt's voice! All of you together have such a great vibe, I love it!!

[@NS-pf2zc]

I can’t tell you how many smiles you guys have brought me this year!!! You all are absolute gold!

[@jked7463]

How come whenever I play a Peterson video, I end up smiling. Thank you for that in such upside down times.

[@shirosenshiesq]

Absolute Andrews Sisters energy here! You should definitely cover more of their tunes!