The end of that video was the funeral for Brother IZ. Those were his ashes they were releasing into the ocean. Beautiful man, beautiful voice, beautiful soul.

Best part about this song? The fact that he came in one time to the recording studio at 3 am and did this all in one take.

The song is actually sung by Judy Garland in the Wizard of Oz movie although Iz has taken some creative liberties with the lyrics to make it his own. Sadly, Iz passed away in 1997 and the ending scenes in the video is of his ashes being returned to his beloved waters in Hawaii.

This was his funeral. There's a youtube video of him singing at a local function and talking to the youth about drugs, and then he sings a song his brother-in-law, I believe, wrote. That song is so amazing. Also, in that video, it shows a group he was previously with and had fallen out with coming on stage and embracing and singing together again. It's quite emotional. I didn't find IZ until he was already gone. I wish I had known of him before. Thanks for your review.

Iz is still so loved here in Hawaii. Can't believe he's been gone for so long. I was lucky enough to see him when he was still with the Makaha Sons.

Such a beautiful version of this song. So many people have recorded it over the years but I feel this is one of the best. Sadly Israel IZ Kamakawiwoʻole died at the age of 38 in 1997. "Somewhere Over The Rainbow" was written for the 1939 film "The Wizard Of Oz" & was sung by actress Judy Garland. Eva Cassidy also does a great version of this song.

Iz was a simple man…gifted singer/musician…a beloved “native son” in Hawaii…and this mashup/medley has well over 1 billion views…he touched so many.

Iz was a beautiful soul and a loving, beautiful and talented young man. His music will live forever in the hearts and souls of all who knew him. From what I've heard, thousands attended his traditional Hawaiian funeral (the ending video as they put his ashes into the sea.

That footage of spreading his ashes, is the real meaning of a celebration of life.

It’s my understanding that this recording was impromptu. He was winging it from memory and got the verses all jumbled together. That’s always driven me nuts but I still love this version. In a way it actually adds to the dreamlike quality of the song. I think I heard one or two other songs by him. (My sister’s fiancé is Hawaiian 🌺.) But this song was a monster big hit. It was used in many movies and TV shows, including a particularly poignant episode of “ER “. It’s a shame IZ didn’t stick around longer. From what others have said about him and from his peaceful rendition of this song he seems to have had a beautiful soul.

His ukulele by itself, the waves erasing his footsteps..

Most beautifully sung song ever. He's captivating. ❤❤

Need to check out Judy Garland singing this from 1939 The Wizard of Oz an iconic masterpiece and her signature song

Original sung by Judy Garland in the movie The Wizard of Oz 1939

RIP IZ! I have this version on my funeral song list just because it is so beautiful! A song I listen to every day is "Waterfall (whimsical) by country singer Dwight Yoakam. I've only seen one reactor post it on his channel! Should you post a reaction video be sure it is the Waterfall captured in The Live Room version! Love from Texas!!!

As a long time fan of IZ, all of his music is like this. It’s sweet and carefree, just beautiful and from what I’ve seen so was he. He passed away in 1997 at 38 years old and unfortunately I didn’t discover him until after he was gone. He lived his life in Honolulu, was a Hawaiian treasure. They flew the flags at half mass when he died. The end of this video was his funeral and I’ve watched it many times. His weight went up to 750 lbs before his death and one of the videos he made near the end of his life, was a message to young people, most of it in the Hawaiian language.

A true ukulele virtuoso. His ability to play was legendary.

I Grew up hearing the rendition of this song in local teen talent competitions. I had the absolute pleasure of hearing IZ's amazing rendition a few years ago. It was one of the heart tugging theme songs at the end of the movie "FINDING FORRESTER" - a fantastic watch btw! This cover is outstanding and so was IZ! 💕💕

Michael, Love is indeed the most powerful force in the Universes. I got so sick of this song and then I heard Izzy sing it, and the pure innocent human love and hope it makes people feel is magic. The gift he gave us, if we share it with others, we can change the world. This is my first time encountering you online. You are a good man like most people actually start out as. We can share the love with others. We can Think Globally, and Act Locally. We can make a difference. Never Give Up.

You're right, he was a beautiful human being.

This was a 1939 Judy Garland hit from the movie The Wizard of Oz. Israel's arrangement was a thing of beauty!

Fantastic voice.

Love love love him and you ❤

I’ve listened to this song and countless of other of IZ’s songs thousands of time and every time I get chills and goosebumps.

This song was in 50 First Dates with Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore

Somewhere Over the Rainbow was wrote in 1939 for the movie, The Wizard of Oz.

Written by Harold Arlen and E.Harburg

Happy EASTER and passover NC BEACH

You’ve heard the Judy Garland version before this would I hope. And from the most famous of movies. ? I know your young to know what order to hear songs. I forgive. 😉But this version is very pretty. And agreed this man had a heart. He wears it so obviously. What a joyful face. Beautiful sound. And this video is both beautiful and sad. Knowing it’s a kinda tribute. Wow. Melts my heart every time

This is one thing about social media that I love. Would have never heard of him if it wasn't for KZfaq.

It's a song about longing for the peace that comes after death.

Shaka. Mohola ❤❤❤❤❤

You NEED to watch The Wizard of Oz...no excuses please

The song is from the wizard of oz

IZ is Hawaiian 🌺 and you’ll love Hawaii if you like what you see. The islands is definitely paradise!

Thanks, Michael - a beautiful rendition by a beautiful person..(you know the original by Judy Garland in Wizard of Oz) - "the Big Man" made this classic his own by changing up the rhythm & melody just a bit... voice of an angel... very respected & legendary in his native Hawaii... this one brings emotions... the memorial at the end is fantastic.. as they return his ashes to the sea...

DUDE..This is from THE WIZARD OF OZ!!!!! Judy Garland was the first to sing this!!!!

Always chokes me up at the end.😢

Exactly my good man, it’s all about and in the soul 😎

Dolphins Followed his ashes. 💛💛💛💛💛💛

My fave version of this song 🎶🎵 I want a name like that!! 💚

Judy Garland, the first to record this song said it was the greatest song ever written.

This song is from the 1939 movie, Wizard of Oz. Originally sung by superstar Judy Garland. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/pb1ihL1osNvFqHU.html

His version of "Over the Rainbow " was scored in a few movies..Meet Joe Black..

His version is chill. I first heard his cover from the movie 50 First Dates.

He sung from the heart and soul he would give advice to the boys and young men listen to his song in this life and white sandy beach also check out the song called soul shine by the Allman brothers

This song was originally sang by Judy Garland from the Wizard Of Oz.

His full name is pronounced......Brotha Iz

It's a remix of over the 🌈 and What a wonderful World 🌎

Louis Armstrong - What A Wonderful World , Mind Your Own Business by Hank Jr. Willie Nelson, Reba McEntire, Reverend Ike & Tom Petty and Jim Croce - Time in a bottle.

He had a group called Makaha Sons of Niihau. go and listen to their music.

The Hellmans just discreetly hanging in the backround. 😂😂😂

React to nsync - pop mtv 2001. There's a surprise at the end.

Kamaka Vivo ole

heh, somewhere over the rainbow aka Judy Garland's piece in the Wizard of Oz.

I'm a little late to the party and recently subscribed to your channel! You asked our 3 favorite feel-good songs, so here's mine. THIS one of course, also: Michael Buble's kzfaq.info/get/bejne/pJZoral3sLmpoIU.html and kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jNeYdrSLxq6Yhqc.html (I like this version of it because I'm a trombone player, and the trombonist in this is really good!)

Mayo behind you ?????

This is indeed a beautiful rendition of a timeless song by a talented man with a sweet soul... just as you said. Now, I'd like to suggest another rendition of this song by another singer: Eva Cassidy. She's not super-famous, and her video only has 23 million views (a lot fewer than IZ's video), but in my personal opinion, it is the best performance of this song that I've ever found. I absolutely guarantee that you will be deeply moved. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/aNiUa7mc2bqcqI0.html (I gave up making suggestions/requests for song reactions a while ago, because no one ever took my suggestions and I got frustrated. But this one was irresistible, and I just had to request it. Fingers crossed.)

50th State of our Union...Hawai'i. 😅

Bro I was distracted by the mayonnaise in the background

The Polynesian people do not live in the Bahamas.

Shame he died such a talented singer

Could you do George Harrison - My Sweet Lord

Yes, this is a very good cover but you should still review the original from the 1939 classic movie The Wizard Of Oz!

What's up with the mayonnaise?

Duh

Not You-koo-lei-lee Its Ookoo-lei-lei

This is a beautiful version the only other one I like other than the 1939 one

I'm being respectful. It's nuts you don't know the wizard of Oz or the fact that people dumping ashes in the ocean might have meant he died. Goodness.

This song was in the Adam sandler and drew Barrymore film 50 first dates - I instantly loved it 🥰

Ты не понял, пока не понял что аврня нет в живых

A bit overweight?