Alex Aiono gets a warm welcome at Auckland airport

Alex Aiono's family surprised him at NZ International airport arrivals to welcome him home.
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[@evanshannon]

Watching the older lady in this, it’s clear how proud she is to see her culture’s traditions being carried on by the younger generations

[@novellacruce6128]

I kept waiting for her to jump in. That would have been so awesome

[@marckanthony3141]

Teared up

[@leodavid4118]

@@novellacruce6128 women are not allowed to do the Haka..

[@Kmmk467]

Leo David Incorrect.

[@novellacruce6128]

@@leodavid4118 Oh, I did not know that

[@averychance5456]

Not my culture. But please for love of God don't let this get old. Don't stop greeting love ones home this way. I love this, so beautiful 🌷🌷

[@asmongoldsmouth9839]

@@hisher255 You are ignorant and uneducated. This is an ancient cultural tradition and is practiced quite commonly still to this day. It's quite clear no one loves you more than offering easy gestures like a bit of money, or the use of their car or giving you a hug. None of which show love because none of them require effort or sacrifice.

[@eloraduntufuga5739]

His Her are u talking about yourself?

[@moichibb]

@@hisher255 aww someone doesnt know what culture is lmao

[@hisher255]

@@asmongoldsmouth9839 show me a recent video of your family doing this for you. They won't because you're not famous enough to get attention from.

[@sarush1204]

It's a war dance you ignore clown, why do you think we use it at the start of Rugby? To kill and overcome the enemy, not welcome them... peaceful? Are you blind?

[@mystysenchantedeats]

The fact that you can see their ancestors power rising up in them when they do this... makes me cry. I love the culture

[@kayhamilton8567]

I thought I was the only one 🥺🖤

[@dana0530]

This is exactly it! Beautifully said! Ancestors power rising up. I’m in tears every time I watch a Haka.

[@marciolucio4470]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@Chris89898]

Honestly I'm here crying feeling the love 🧡🧡

[@aieshaphillips7809]

I sure cry every time 😩

[@lovemy3babes17]

The lady who kicked off her shoes (her glorious voice), and grandma’s approval from the wings. The strength of the men. It brought tears to my eyes.

[@Mikepi75]

If my family doesn't pick me up at the airport everytime like this I don't want to go.

[@robertrivas8433]

😂😂

[@vanveenbussum6162]

Me neither! Mind you, I am a Dutch citizen and half Brazilian too, so I am not entitled to be receiveed in Amsterdam like that....I think this is totally cool!

[@sheepboi1823]

I’m Dying 😂😂😂

[@sheepboi1823]

Best comment ever

[@leeanneryda6051]

vanveenbussum so much respect. ❤️

[@makaylynnhughes7445]

There culture is everything. They're so loving. They definitely aren't ashamed of who they are

[@linkuxsnooks5256]

Definitely not ashamed

[@Mr_A1-37]

They should be

[@Neverforgethaiti]

Their not there. 🙂

[@orjazm1]

This is just one of our cultures. There are many.

[@connorwalker2297]

They have no reason to be ashamed

[@azariahhelland9580]

When that guy gave him that rod “Really?” The look of gratitude, respect, and love in his face for his family just melted my heart.

[@korahgrace5085]

it is called a Taiaha not a rod

[@ToastiestWaffle]

@@korahgrace5085Like he knew what it was called

[@magdalenabuenosilva]

​@@korahgrace5085 para los que no sabemos su nombre original el modo más respetuoso de mencionarlo es vara .

[@centraleccentric3519]

This is impressive. I don’t know why, but I have tear in my eyes. I’m impressed. They show their dignity and pride in what they are. It’s powerful.

[@kellybuoychannel2218]

Bruh i never realised alex was pacific islander, despite being far from his home, he never forgotten who he was and where he was raised, very culture bonded. Respect from a island raised boy

[@ngahuiakewley2024]

He’s maori

[@savaiianlad685]

Maori/Samoan

[@emelinelotulelei269]

I NEVERR KNEW THAT EITHER!!!

[@xHopshotx]

@@ngahuiakewley2024 We are an island in the Pacific and We as Maori are Polynesian so she is correct in saying Pacific Islander plus he's part Samoan.

[@soliaoelua4043]

We islanders will never forget our culture roots 🙌

[@ajackson2571]

Sister in the corner felt the spirit. She has to come out of her shoes. Sooooooo beautiful

[@Tanya-er5yl]

But where she went, she disappeared in thin air. At 2:12 she can be seen. Follow her after that she disappeared.

[@labae8728]

Tanya she just got blocked by the woman lolol

[@diaz1990miguel]

Where did she go?

[@shino8854]

@@Tanya-er5yl Damn she did disappear 😱

[@MrSra24]

Because it's inappropriate to do this Haka with the men. Women got their own Haka.....

[@jeremysipes5594]

this isn't even my heritage and I get goosebumps and tears watching these.... i love it!!!!!

[@chelseah4652]

Over the past four-ish years, I sometimes come back to watch this and it doesn’t hesitate to make me cry.

[@deepkleenclogbusters1145]

🙋‍♂

[@user-ti6sc7sy7g]

В живую увидишь, захочешь покакать

[@hannahharris6509]

Someone said “this is cute” baby this is more than cute this is powerful

[@tautuaom]

Thanks for the nice comment

[@hannahharris6509]

nesian 94 your welcome 😊

[@dol4507]

Exactly!!!

[@miles2341]

KKK - CottonPicker stfu bitch

[@hannahharris6509]

KKK - CottonPicker you’re right it does make us happy! 😉

[@kayz1553]

The old lady on the side watching, so proud of her sons and grandchildren.

[@jptheincridiblerb]

It tears me down

[@launabanauna8958]

I tear up, when I see this.

[@jayzapata1]

Every time I see one of these I start to get emotional, I feel sadness, pride and happiness all at the same time. Why, if I don’t even know what’s being said and it’s not even my culture. All I know is I’d love to be part of one one day. #BucketList

[@LauraS1]

I want to be welcomed back home like this. Talk about family love, respect, and devotion. I also loved the random woman who was so moved that she joined in with full force partway through the haka.

[@BIGGGBUGGG]

Only in New Zealand can you walk into an airport with a spear. Love it

[@HeySojo]

🤣🤣🤣

[@waimaramapuhara3013]

It's called a Taiaha, it's a ceremonial taonga (treasure). Most in NZ know some Māori ceremony/performance is going down when you see one of them.

[@jazzingirl]

@@waimaramapuhara3013 ya but it's still a weapon in an airport

[@deld.f.paraelmundo1685]

Not a spear but ok cool comment

[@ShoeDealer]

Try the big island and Maui

[@Bre.995]

I love how they don’t care where they are. They take their tradition everywhere. & gran looked so proud. Love to see it❤️

[@naveedmughal5396]

Aspirations

[@hiutin]

That NZ airport , they get used to it

[@cyfskid]

Goodluck trying to stop it

[@kevinrenderos1081]

hey hello look if true Real Where is she the woman Bag White color if she looks Real paranormal terror wooow my god LOOCK LOOCK

[@RHY5IE]

bruh theyre in new zealand

[@tortillasarenotbiceps7622]

OMG! This made me unreal emotional, especially when the woman started chanting. Fully grown man crying over something he doesn't understand, but feels a sense of love and unity.

[@mkkaur8271]

This is my first time watching this type of dance. Why did I get so emotional 😭?

[@natr2351]

the thing that's the best to me is the random lady passenger who joins in on the haka welcoming him.

[@Ballaholic0]

Nat R that’s his sister

[@MrFuckFuckShit]

For real

[@gillynzg.7444]

You have to understand even if she wasn’t his sister tribal affiliations would allow or make you want to support the group.

[@MrFuckFuckShit]

Lisa M Gibson agree, I’d do that if I know how lol

[@559ksut]

Thats not some random lady you fucking loser. Your obviously white with no idea what or who your ancestors were. We still stick to OUR traditions and we know where we come from.

[@M0urning_D0v3]

0:38 Look at her, she looks like she's got tears welling in her eyes from how proud she is.

[@K3YAR1]

Ik I’m late but she looked so proud🥺😭

[@kenzieleigh4628]

Stop I’m gonna cry

[@Drakkofire]

Even I am proud and it’s not even my culture, even though I felt the connection, that’s really something

[@gabrielgimenez245]

Para aquellos que no entienden,son danzas tradicionales de la cultura Maorí,sus danzas pueden significar muchas cosas dependiendo del contexto,en este caso es una danza de bienvenida,pero tmbn danzaban en las guerras para intimidar a sus oponentes,o incluso danzan en funerales,fiestas y tmbn en bodas para celebrar la unión de su gente,a la danza la llaman Haka y es simplemente espectacular como pueden transmitir tanto con estas costumbre,son una maravilla de Gente y Cultura

[@kayyjayy5422]

Yes you are right. Nice

[@skey_vr5181]

Se dieron cuenta de la chica de sweter que se pega a hacer el ritual y como luego desaparece de la nada? Nunca se ve pasar y cuando los parientes se quitan nunca aparece la de sweter detrás 🤯🤯🤯🤯😱

[@mariarosariaiafelice4669]

❤️❤️❤️

[@joaquinmauriciopadillavill3937]

Y si

[@jonasbarboza1337]

Vídeo sensacional!

[@yamidelacroix6729]

This. This is how you welcome someone. I feel the emotion man.

[@solokom]

1st Stage: Guys doing the Haka as a greeting: Very cool. 2nd Stage seeing their friend's reaction: Awesome!! 3rd Stage: some random woman in the back takes off her shoes and joins the dance with full force: I LOSE MY SHIT! 💚

[@daltonsband]

When the Haka HITS hard! You gotta hit back! Lol

[@RoseStarr]

I noticed that too! Like at first the lady was filming then next thing I see she passed her phone off and joined in

[@jessepaea7683]

I lost my shit there too.

[@tortillasarenotbiceps7622]

Made me friggin cry. Geez.

[@ramonlopez6053]

I noticed that too..

[@Neenerella333]

I've been to NZ a couple times. The Haka is a regular airport occurrance. Saying goodbye to relatives going abroad to school or coming back from a job. Feels super cozy and a privilege to witness.

[@m0neel0ve24]

This touches my heart despite not knowing what is being said. This is truly beautiful. A tradition I hope never dies. 💜

[@sugaringcozy]

i get goosebumps and cry every time i watch people do the haka. so much spirit and passion and love. 🥺❤️

[@matthewrice1226]

I think what gets me with the Haka is that the women are just as passionate about their culture. And I love it. I think it is 100% amazing.

[@lrmitcz7825]

Matthew Rice so like there were no men passionate? hmm

[@rosiefoulston1635]

xDarKhiD they said “just as passionate” as the men lol

[@dio8286]

@@metrono19 What do you mean?

[@dio8286]

@@metrono19 Could I have an example.

[@dio8286]

@@metrono19 Yes sadly I once was a cringy weeabo, but just because I admired someone else's culture doesn't mean I didn't like my own.

[@biitemyswagg1]

The fact the other person joined in shows how rich their culture is ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@loganpuruperi]

shes actually Alexs cousin not a just random person lol

[@biitemyswagg1]

@@loganpuruperi ohh ok, I thought she was a stranger who just so happen to know the dance lol

[@bianca031295]

It's actually quiet normally for someone to just hear a haka and to automatically start joining in if you either know the person it is being performed for 🥰

[@bianca031295]

@@MrSra24 my dude? are you from New Zealand? are you in fact, Maori? or part Maori? This haka is LEAD by a man, but CAN be performed WITH women in it. She didn't shade away because it was inappropriate, she moved because men lead haka not the wahine UNLESS it is an all female haka.

[@MrSra24]

@@bianca031295 Ok, tell me more about it. I shouldn't mention her shading away, I assumed it was. (my bad) Btw, why are you asking about my etnicity? Your last name isn't even Maori my sister.....

[@selenamiller3813]

This brought me to tears, seeing and hearing them all celebrate their culture, honoring it and eachother. It was very beautiful❤️

[@maribelriosperez3941]

Siempre que lo veo lloro. Que pasión, orgullo y amor por su cultura! 20/10

[@5iveb1]

1:25 the girl onna side is giving me chills, her voice is powerful

[@saintbanana]

Sis was all in! Love this

[@angeldsouza777]

Yup, you could literally see that her ❤️ just *felt* it! So beautiful 😍

[@leafii.]

There always is one or more.

[@brazyhands]

She was a spirit if yu keep watching she’ll disappear

[@trevorphilips3133]

Naah. Her voice ruins the whole testosterone drive.

[@51UM]

So jealous of this culture. So much raw power and emotion. Guy's shirt at 2:20 says it all.

[@wordtoyaz]

….that’s a Kendrick Lamar album tee sweetheart lol. But yes. Damn 😂

[@kevinrenderos1081]

hey hello look if true Real Where is she the woman Bag White color if she looks Real paranormal terror wooow my god LOOCK LOOCK

[@mgwsalmon]

I’m not even Maori but this dance brings me tears, what a powerful culture.

[@DaughterOfTheMostHighGod1111]

Everytime i watch these videos I get so emotional. Straight water head😪😪😪😪😪😪😪

[@briannadickson8117]

I love that the lady could not help herself

[@milenyalmeida3150]

I'm here like her

[@taytzuleong5584]

The girl performing the HAKA along with the men was truly amazing. The emotional and powerful war cry just resonates with the people all around you. I wished I was a New Zealander and a local, I would gladly join the HAKA as well to give respect to the person along with his family.

[@v_rico]

polynesian*

[@clarkisaac3599]

And she disappeared

[@MegaLittlelizzy]

v_rico New Zealanders are Maori or Pakeha. polynesian people come from the polynesian islands i thought

[@KrisParkz]

lizzy carmine You are correct, however Maori are also Polynesian, as New Zealand is an island within the Polynesian Triangle. However, I have no idea why the person commented “polynesian” as it wasn’t necessary:)

[@MegaLittlelizzy]

@@KrisParkz Would that mean I am Polynesian although im not Maori but a born and bred New Zealander? surely not hahah!

[@hunter2k222]

I don’t know why I feel so emotional watching this. Do I know what is going on? No. But can I see the beauty, the culture, the pride and the bond? Yes. And that is something I can relate to

[@TopWorld-po6tx]

🤢🤮

[@joy.thesloth]

Even me i break to tears learning about different traditions around the world this ones the most eye catching

[@fireuser11]

When the lady chimed in at 1:20......DAMN 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥💗💗💗💗💗🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@jachinwilliams2479]

me and my cat just watched this and he just turned into a lion. This is super dope!

[@tbroad72]

Haha!!! Love that!

[@marcoalejandro3028]

Loved it!

[@that1weirdo24oof9]

Bro no clue why i cried but I did

[@ashleymadge2259]

Favorite comment of the day

[@phinaandsean]

Jachin Williams that is some funny ass shit LMFAO literally

[@heideburg]

If my family picked me up from the airport doing anything like this in arabic, were dead.

[@kung-fuhustle5755]

Abdullah Davis that’s insane, as I always say. Thx god for the u.k,

[@Rumidaan]

JAJAJJAJAJAJAJAJA.

[@buddypidco9053]

That shit is very funny!! But true🤪

[@TheGradient1190]

Same Although I would give everything to see my fam bust out with a Lelelelelelelele

[@jjocker55]

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA OML

[@neiltf1173]

I'm so happy I was born and raised in Aotearoa NZ, even though I'm of Samoan descent, Aotearoa NZ, allowed all cultures to practice their cultures publicly and our cousins the Mana whenua (indigenous Maori) showed us how to practice our own cultures, in today's society with pride. Haka Tautoko like this was seen almost every week growing up and remember I'm NZ born Samoan. We would see this happen at polyfest (annual polynesian cultural festival, held all around NZ), tangi (funerals), graduations, birthdays, and as you see here at welcomes and farewells. I also have Maori inlaws and many Maori cousins in my 'Aiga (family) so we attended their events too at the Marae. Praise love and thanks to Maori and their inclusivity of culture and being proud of who you are!

[@rosenicolenkou197]

Much love from Africa

[@precisionrelaxation9707]

I'm a 36 year old man and never cry... that hard me in tears for real

[@epictitle]

Imagine just coming home for the holidays and your entire family just starts chanting, screaming, and stomping to greet you. What a way to be welcomed home!! Honestly sounds awesome.

[@arushipandey7922]

when the camera turned and i saw that he was also doing it with them, i immediately starting crying. i love this so much

[@glennis3]

A beautiful moment and we must keep Maori, Native American, and all culturies alive by teaching them in schools to make our little darling aware that WASPS are not alone on this planet Earth.

[@321verykind]

Traditions cannot be forgotten. Always need to be carried to next generations.

[@2bsure]

I watched this about 6 times today. I am in awe of this cultural ritual. So much respect for other customs and traditions especially when handed down through generations. Beautiful!! ❤️👏🏿🙏🏿

[@pakimatoh419]

I can imagine a Karen calling the cops for them being “too loud”

[@laetitia5127]

hahahahahahaha

[@-angelina9601]

The cops would literally join them

[@pakimatoh419]

@@chrissim4115 im literally apart of that culture and MANY kids are Maori but are brought up without knowing the haka. There a only a couple million people who can speak.

[@waimaramapuhara3013]

@@pakimatoh419 "couple million" 😂 you reckon, there isn't even ONE million Māori lol. Almost everyone knows of the haka in nz regardless of Māori or not.

[@shaeeee1156]

- Angelina frrr

[@MrsCeanna13]

Not going to lie I just cried the entire time. This is completely beautiful. I personally don't know the cultural or what is taking place but I can see the heritage love and strength. Thank you for sharing this with me.

[@stormofwizdom]

So glad to know that I am not the only one.....I get so emotional watching this......

[@ChivasKimber]

Same here smh

[@cristianpizano922]

Add me to that list

[@MrsCeanna13]

@@stormofwizdom I swear you can feel the spiritual element and history in everything they are doing so I cannot help but cry because it reminds me of my home and culture.

[@MrsCeanna13]

@@ChivasKimber Big facts lol

[@mrsjoeyfamous]

This is the most beautiful display of culture, love, tradition and family honor i have ever witnessed ❤

[@smena1226]

I get so emotional watching, even though I am completely oblivious to the meaning or what they are saying. The passion they exude gets me every time. I absolutely love this.

[@namcord]

explicit evidence of how much stronger non-verbal communication is than verbal communication. I'm from Serbia and I didn't understand a word but cried. so powerful and beautiful, the incredible joy of living

[@jennyperrio4887]

Exactly right I didn't understand a word either ,but it hit my heart It would be an honour to be greeted in such a wonderful way Take care of yourself Jenny Guernsey Channel Islands xx

[@jasminemendez69]

I really wished i had this in my culture. This is so beautiful.

[@elijahmate9315]

Jasmin Mendez this isn’t in my culture but I still love to do the haka in its traditional way

[@jeeploggernz2289]

I can give you some lol

[@reignske]

Even if it isnt yours, you are still welcome to practice and participate, we are very accepting here in New Zealand

[@legendary4570]

Hamish Martin ahhh i get it, you just can’t accept other people’s culture and you refuse to try and accept it. All good, just move along bud!

[@br0l0g]

@Hamish Martin Do you not know how america won the world wars? I bet youre brown but wanna be white so bad. Thats sad. Youre pathetic and im not reading your reply so sulk in your own misery 😂

[@OrderOfTheDragan1429]

Now that’s a welcome home.

[@anabolic330]

This is amazing, and I swear when the lady joined in I was in tears..

[@tntsgreek1180]

I don’t know why I’m so emotional. This is what you call power immense energy. Being Greek we have many dances but this right here tops everything! I’m going to learn this one day!!!

[@almareyes2192]

Right the energy in this its captivating ❤❤❤ makes me wonder why tf I'm in America😭

[@ella7604]

Because when you preform the haka you are calling on your ancestors to join you. The feeling you get is all their energy and emotion and spirit calling you

[@Sungirl430]

I was wondering why I cry every time I see these awesome warriors videos. WOW!!

[@aliciacampbell5825]

I cry every time I watch one of these. So moving

[@ReinaFA2012]

@@Sungirl430 OMG.. ! ITS amazing powerful, you can feel that energy that make you cry..❤️😭

[@irainpalencia255]

New Zealand will always be a great nation for the respect they have for their culture, they preserve it, they foster it in their citizens and they practice it regardless of being native, black or white.

[@yairalonso8364]

New Zealand is a white country not Samoan

[@Esotericreation1618]

@@yairalonso8364 The fuck you on about AOTEAROA IS BLACK/BROWN until the colonist came an addeded them seleves to the mix either way we are a proud Islander country an never forget our roots TE HEI MAURI ORA!

[@moichibb]

@@yairalonso8364 completely not white. Idk what city you went to but we are culturally enriched and celebrate our pasifika culture 🥰 especially these past few decades

[@moichibb]

@@Esotericreation1618 👏👏👏 we had pur fair share of racism in our past (even now) but even the government cant destroy our pride, love and care for our culture.

[@almareyes2192]

@@yairalonso8364 I ain't gonna lie I thought the same but reality hit me 😅😅💯

[@laurel77strause]

It’s is sooo crazy how every time I see this dance I cry. It’s like I remember it from long long ago.

[@zvonimirgambiroza9187]

So emotional, so big spirital conection with family love you all. Croatia loves you

[@billyfowler8750]

I'm moving to New Zealand. That shit is badass. I love it.

[@jadabolinsky88]

A lot of the Pacific islands do it. Especially before rugby games

[@blackynk]

This is so powerful. Did anyone notice at 2:24 how after the Haka the man who was leading the Haka gives Alex the staff( sorry I’m not sure what it’s called) a sign of respect, and Alex looks up and says “forreal?” in disbelief and he says yeah. Such a beautiful moment! Being welcomed home by your family. Knowing your community is proud of you. There’s no better feeling.

[@KT-bh6tr]

I noticed that. Loved that part!

[@leafii.]

It’s a Taiaha. Lr in English a spear.

[@bricenotrapmusi4022]

En ese mismo momento... Desaparece la chica de atrás 😳

[@user-jj7pr2uv8b]

Absolutely beautiful mate ❤️

[@korahgrace5085]

it's called a Taiaha (t-y-u-h-u)

[@ishkamael9645]

That awkward “ whoo and clap” took me out 😂😂

[@munchey99508]

This is so powerful, so beautiful. I’m not sure exactly why this touches my heart the way it does but I’m grateful. Tears are cleansing, and I cry every time! Thank you for sharing your beautiful culture! ❤

[@garydawson7218]

Man this brotherhood brings tears to my eyes. The entire world can learn a lot from you and your people. May God bless you.

[@marisabel5500]

The Maori culture is seriously the coolest and most badass on this earth. So powerful

[@DG-me1mp]

Tradition, respect, humanity, love - amazed by it 👏

[@andreasantos9281]

Anos se passaram e ainda continuo completamente fascinada por essa cultura

[@franciscoeduardo9629]

qual cultura é?

[@andreasantos9281]

@@franciscoeduardo9629 são os Maori

[@mariadivinaasl]

Eu também tem uma força muito grande sobre está dança 😻

[@lelynncoley1726]

Absolutely love watching hakas. There's just so much emotion there and you can feel the energy. Wish I could see one in person one day!!!!

[@tanyakaiva7340]

Tuvalu so ng

[@tanyakaiva7340]

Tuvalu song

[@lordrumble7028]

I wholeheartedly agree!

[@TM-id5yy]

I really love this culture, how they respect themselves. Especially once they are done with it. They just place their heads against each other. It’s so cute and adorable but lovable as well.

[@abbeytabbystoys2481]

The hongi is not meant to be cute 😂 very warm and welcoming

[@LUREDADDY52]

The traditional Māori greeting, the hongi is performed by two people pressing their noses together; some include, at the same time, the touching of foreheads. The greeting is used at traditional meetings among Māori people, and at major ceremonies, such as a pōwhiri. It may be followed by a handshake. Wikipedia

[@woohooo7634]

LUREDADDY52 it’s done by all Polynesians lol

[@xHopshotx]

@@abbeytabbystoys2481 This person doesn't know what a hongi is just educate them on what it is.

[@amycuaresma]

If I had a family like this I'd go away just to come back agian!

[@StudentNurseMomFiance]

I’m American as hell and I don’t even understand the extent of this. But i cry every single time I watch one of these.

[@ahchbrabyn2830]

You are of another culture passed down from a generation. Do your research. Believe me! You will join the dots and see the manifestation restored to your belonging. "From Babylon to Timbuktu" A good book to read. Bless you and your search 🙏🏿 ❤

[@iffystill5554]

If you are Samoan Tongan Maori or of any Pacific culture you need to be proud, our fathers before us were proud strong warriors that travelled sea among sea with the stars as their map, I'm half Samoan and Tongan and was born in New Zealand as well so I am part NZ you can say, the blood of warriors thrive in our blood and veins brothers and sisters don't be ashamed of who we are.

[@chopsuey2716]

*Warriors

[@traviswatts4010]

I’m half Samoan sadly my other half is white..jk but I’ve heard many stories and trying to learn the culture on my own

[@iffystill5554]

@@traviswatts4010 you should be very proud of your poly side then cuz

[@zeddy2284]

@@traviswatts4010 whites do brilliant things too

[@neverthat8654]

I'm half naked and half awake, and I'm still proud of my neighbor's wife 😎

[@scottibrown3274]

I love how everyone in the airport just stopped what they were doing to watch this homecoming

[@georgeoommen9489]

What a wonderful culture

[@damscoplayaz]

This is so beautiful.. i love it when i see young people carry on the tradition of their ancestors

[@betelgezaa]

Nice. The boy was also performing haka. He cherishes his maori identity.

[@bianca031295]

Normally they join in so they don't have to do a haka back, or they join in to feel that connection

[@tlb796]

The young guy with the hat on backwards? Drew my attention. Beautiful. Emotional. Intense.

[@betelgezaa]

@@tlb796 he is handsome. I hope he will not end up with a girl ...-(

[@rosalynnn]

@@betelgezaa ..huh 👁️👄👁️

[@betelgezaa]

@@rosalynnn -)))

[@l.j.1417]

I've heard this variation of haka so many times that I can now identify when it's being said even though I don't speak the language. These always make me cry. I love the power of words.

[@shanelsmallfield6759]

Can u help translate the meaning of those words?

[@ms.gonzalez6721]

Which Haka is this. I've been trying to find out. I know Ka Mate when I hear it but I want to learn this as well

[@josezagogomes8085]

@@ms.gonzalez6721 Tika Tonu

[@bonnobomonkey]

It's not the power of only words, its the power of a bond u share together with the right spirited people. Even a group of vulnerable kids could be made STRONG and POWERFULL by performing such a cultural bond together

[@ceninmonreal9081]

very heartwarming. i could almost cry for such display of love, and cultural honors.more power to all.

[@samlay6049]

The lady to the side went from filming, to taking her shoes off and joining in, i LOVE this culture.

[@leepeffers9331]

I love seeing younger generations standing with the older generation. These people are strong because they can't be broken apart.

[@mayasyd]

ALEX DOING HAKA JUST MADE HIMSELF TEN TIMES HOTTER!!!!!!

[@VaanRavi]

You're so basic. Have some respect

[@inokerogoyawa]

@@VaanRavi hahahahahahaa Bruuuuh

[@lupeloera5846]

Sheikha Sumayyah i

[@TokyoDogz]

@@VaanRavi this was random af. I cant 😂😂

[@elle7791]

ASMR Crawler wow you really a disrespectful bitch huh

[@boatworxinc619]

Gives me goosebumps overtime hear the Haka. Yes , I was a rugby player from South Africa. Never lose your heritage. Never lose your culture and tradition . Keep the spirit within. Alex , You have the best mates anyone could wish for.

[@user-ic6pn2gc2l]

This brings tears to my eyes I love to see it I think I cry a little harder because I don’t have a culture it was erased it must be nice to have this type of love & support amongst one another.

[@kinasandwich7624]

To others this is culture, but to Maori this is a way of life and living. We have many different nationalities who share our way of life.

[@madpatriot7464]

jeez, imagine having to fight with them back in the day! people probably chose the sharks!

[@ba-tobartc.6230]

lol yeah i would turn to there side... and start dancing with them

[@saffy_9967]

That’s what the Germans did in the world war 🤣

[@MadaraTutors1]

Emocionante

[@euridicesacramentomariani6953]

Realmente!

[@yovamaury3867]

Si y más emocionante la chica que desaparece en el minuto 2:18 justo cuando le da el abrazo

[@denisloco8663]

@@yovamaury3867 damnnnn bro

[@jjkkmoon7525]

@@yovamaury3867 what tuve que ver como 3 veces el video para ver si se había ido a otro lado la chica pero no 😲

[@ramirocasco5167]

Era una fastama

[@advamalstanly2928]

Wherever you're , just adore your culture.. that's were you belong.. no matter what..😘😘😘😘😘😘

[@HappyYankeeFan]

When the second girl in the black joins…man, I felt that!! It’s amazing! I get a little choked up every time I watch this video…So dope! 🥹

[@fab5vlogs492]

I love this!! I'm Pacific Islander myself, and I'm so humbled to see that culture doesn't fade away with fame. Don't forget your roots!!

[@mynamemyname7317]

Me to

[@ngahuiakewley2024]

He’s maori!!

[@theophanies7996]

@@ngahuiakewley2024 Maori/Samoan. Btw Aotearoa is an island in the Pacific and Maori are Polynesian.

[@HAMOEVACHEEHOOO]

@@ngahuiakewley2024 "Aiono" is a Samoan Name so he's half Samoan/Maori

[@Mr_A1-37]

This shit is stupid as fuck.

[@herbfrancis2844]

I actually cry every time I see this video, there’s so much emotion and love here 😭😭😭

[@MrsT1990]

Everytime I see one of these I get goosebumps and it feels my heart with joy 😍🤩❤️

[@Biotoze]

My favorite is the person by the wall. They are chill at first then can’t help the moment and takes their sandals off to join. And then sneaks away out of the camera at the end like they weren’t one of the loudest. That’s some real stuff. Literally takes over.

[@Ajay_Tirk]

And the best of this video is that.. When that other lady from out of nowhere joins them too for HAKA.. she was actually recording them.. So emotional when she joins the HAKA.. That made me believe how much HAKA is love for them..

[@novi_pacific_island]

This give me goosebumps. I realy like hakka dance. I love seeing people standing up and preserving their culture. I am from Bali, indonesia. Here, people Balinese also strong with their culture.Keep fighting, be strong and loving always Maori brothers

[@YoMagali_]

I have no idea what’s going on but this drove me to tears . The passion and focus radiating here is so beautiful. Amen to the Cultures around our shared world - and the continuation of passing these traditions along 💗

[@InitialRelic593]

Wow! Wow! Wow! Wow! That was epic! I love my adopted Whanau in Aotearoa! This was beautiful!

[@vl3525]

So POWERFUL, this was so beautiful! One word: CULTURE ✊🏾👏🏾

[@leeanneryda6051]

^ period.

[@Mr_A1-37]

One word...GAY

[@fantasy4261]

@@Mr_A1-37 one word....edgy 🤣🤣

[@sebastianzamora8651]

2:13 the girl with black hoodie just disappears

[@chinoaguas1631]

Wtf where did she go ?

[@summerlerma8000]

Wtf!!!!

[@JamjamVlogs]

Reduce the speed to then slowest you’ll see her walk away behind the head of the lady on the right

[@vs.lucifer3144]

Jam Jam still didn’t see her lol

[@vs.lucifer3144]

Jam Jam nvm see her 🤣

[@9395gb]

Love this haka. I love all the traditions from the Pacific, Africa and Asia. Amazing cultures and traditions. Alex Aiono got one of the best greetings from his family. :)

[@hanisenpai]

Who's cutting onions? So unabashed and fearless! I see their hearts on their sleeves. This is a welcome.