Emotional First Reaction | Somewhere Over the Rainbow - IZ

Emotional First Reaction | Somewhere Over the Rainbow - IZ - Israel Kamakawiwoʻole |

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@ellenstrack6274 11 ай бұрын

They showed his Life service at the end of the video. In Hawaii you do not hace a funeral, you have a celebration of the life rhe person lived with the people he touched.

@nickforell1 11 ай бұрын

That’s a beautiful thing Ellen

@kingwacky184 4 ай бұрын

I also know close to 10 000 people attended, people from all over the world.

@dianebenker3072 11 ай бұрын

This song by the late IZ is often played at funeral and memorial services. Doesn't matter if I didn't even know the person who passed, I cry everytime!!

@nickforell1 11 ай бұрын

It’s a truly breathtaking rendition

@RobertJones-co5jb 10 ай бұрын

It was played at my Mom's funeral when she died also, but was by somebody else that was 42 years ago when I was just 12 and still makes me emotional when I think of it. s why

@atrinoisa 11 ай бұрын

Doesn't matter how many times I see this video or just hear the song, I cry my eyes out. This song already has memories attached for me and this rendition gets me every time. The funeral was beautiful and I love them celebrating his life. 💕

@nickforell1 11 ай бұрын

Yes, that was incredibly moving

@lorismith5195 11 ай бұрын

My daughter sang this for a middle school talent show. She made me cry. In a gym full of people. I worked on the west side of Oahu when we lived in HI. He had already passed away, but his spirit was present in the community and with the people. It’s a beautiful thing.

@nickforell1 11 ай бұрын

What a song to cover! I’m sure she has a great voice

@klown83 11 ай бұрын

Have only seen this video a thousand times but here I am crying again. Stupid onions.

@creativeminds_.__ 11 ай бұрын

This song with always emotionally touch people’s hearts whenever they hear it. Fun fact, this song, sung by the late Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwo’ole (ka-ma-ka-vi-vo-ole), was recorded in just one take, very early in the morning. May IZ fly high 🕊️

@dottieshields5918 11 ай бұрын

Such a beautiful rendition of this classic song. IZ died in 1997 at the age of 38. What a loss. I too cry every time I watch this video. ❤

@nickforell1 11 ай бұрын

Big loss and big voice

@Excanda 11 ай бұрын

@@nickforell1 and sadly big body as he died from being overweight. His lungs couldn't keep up. But I agree, beautiful voice.

@floco1438 11 ай бұрын

I grew up in a hawaiian household and IZ is someone I grew up listening to. This song was played at my mother's own life service.

@nickforell1 11 ай бұрын

It's quite remarkable!

@oldbutnotdead1 9 ай бұрын

He had a god given gift. It always breaks my heart that he had to say goodbye way, way to soon.

@coldspring624 3 ай бұрын

One of the beautiful things about this song ...be they tears of sorrow or tears of joy they are as sweet as honey.

@tricitymorte1 11 ай бұрын

The footage of the funeral at the end always gets me.

@nickforell1 11 ай бұрын

It’s quite moving :(

@sparkyfromel 5 ай бұрын

he rang his mate in the middle of the night and told him he had to record a song , went and did it in one take johnny Cash "Hurt " is despair , Izzi is peace both are the greatest "death is life ..life is death " songs

@darlenecronin242 11 ай бұрын

RIP Izzy ❤❤❤ beautiful song

@nickforell1 11 ай бұрын

Totally agree

@debbiethomasson2709 11 ай бұрын

The waves erasing his foot steps, his ukelele in the "jungle" alone, then bringing his ashes home...

@bethphillips9693 11 ай бұрын

HE was a beautiful soul with a huge heart. I've heard this version so many times and it always gets me emotional.

@jessicaleblanc-nh1yl 9 ай бұрын

He sent out spiritual calm & grace with this incredible piece. His passing was in 1997, however, with the creation that he did, he offered love & light to all of those who embrace this. Tears come each time I view or hear this. Thank you for sharing.

@GregoriousGregori9 3 ай бұрын

When IZ died, he was Laid in state a right Only given to the Hawaii Royal Family that was how much the entire nation loved him

@rSb.Benjaminz 11 ай бұрын

Such a beautiful voice. And I can tell this moved you. God bless homie 🤙🏼

@nickforell1 11 ай бұрын

Thanks my man. ❤️

@yoshithekid18 11 ай бұрын

I’ve listened to this song a million times and it always brings tears to me and hits me in the deepest parts of my heart.

@thomaslindelof3710 11 ай бұрын

May his soul be taken care of forever!!!!!💖

@karlkrump6634 11 ай бұрын

I only discovered Mr. Israel after he had already long been gone. What a voice and always a positive force.

@Jamesdylandean 10 ай бұрын

This song is a true emotional trip like few others. The scene at the end is his funeral, with his daughter dumping his ashes into the sea. It is a celebration of his life, though he was taken from us way to early!

@muriloninja 10 ай бұрын

I got married to this song many years ago! RIP Iz!

@lesaahrenstein6360 9 ай бұрын

I'm so glad you reacted to this video of Brother IZ, pronunciation (is). You did very good with his last name. This video has 3.7B views. He died at the age of 38 from complications of obesity. Israel is considered a national treasure Of Hawaii. The ceremony at the end is called a paddle out Here in San Diego when Passes away Water into the center. I have seen paddle out ceremonies here where a wreath Is tossed into The center. There were 10k attendees. Do you have no words to Explain what it is that you just witnessed In terms of art Which includes seeing means that there is no known word in the English language that you can think of That adequately expresses how you feel. This is 1 of the highest compliments that an artist can receive. I absolutely adored your reaction

@hannahmaebeaver9521 9 ай бұрын

Let me put it this way😊 Your hearing pure beauty. From a heart sending love to the ears. His voice reaches into our hearts & pulls on strings of love. Feel it?😊 Sharing love❤

@nickforell1 9 ай бұрын

Well said!

@IanF3 3 күн бұрын

simply a great farewell song sung by a great singer with health problems looking ahead to a life in heaven beyond his earthly problems. God bless us all.

@GinMae 5 ай бұрын

thanks, Nick! This almost always brings a few tears - "The Big Man" made this song his own by changing up the the rhythm & melody a bit... the voice of an angel - he is legendary in Hawaii... much missed.. very emotional when they return him to the sea... appreciate your reaction!

@mj95b 8 ай бұрын

I cry everytime- he was and is so very important he is to us Hawaiians. My daddy died before this version came out, but in Bruddah Iz I see my own daddy (another gentle giant). A hui hou - till we are together again.

@grimm_satisfaction1292 11 ай бұрын

I swear, I can and have listened to this song on loop for hours... 🥲

@beltorhamatich1496 8 күн бұрын

Я думал, что после исполнения Лучиано Паваротти песни Каррузо, меня сильнее ничего уже не может тронуть, но исполнение Исраелем Камакавиво'оле песен "Вслед за радугой", "Белый песок на пляже Гавайев" и "Эта прекрассная жизнь" по своему эмоциональному воздействию это космос! Немало этому способствует его несправедливо короткая жизнь и уход в мир душ из-за тяжёлой болезни. Не думал, что у почти 60-ти летнего не сентиментального мужчины исполнение песни может вызвать слезы, но это так. Покойся в Раю дорогой IZ и услаждай своим пением Бога, ангелов, чистые души и наслаждайся сам!!! Да удостоишься ты божественного света, светлый человек!

@rhondadananay2106 11 ай бұрын

Heard he was one of few people that had a state funeral,usually held for royalty and political figures!

@EsTodoPodcast 10 күн бұрын

This song always brings emotions out you didn't expect but still feel good that it did and it's also like a huge hug at the same time.

@rlhcat7662 11 ай бұрын

I first became aware of Iz's music when they played his version of the song at the end of the movie "50 First Dates". It was so beautiful and I was about to be married, so went to a couple music stores and found a copy of his CD "Facing Future", and I used this song during the beginning of our wedding ceremony. Quite a few people came up to me later and said "Who was that - it was beautiful!" All the songs on the CD are wonderful and I recommend you try and find it. Good Luck!

@jwichman9 11 ай бұрын

Big beautiful teddy bear!!

@leoblueyes 11 ай бұрын

He had a beautiful voice. So sad he has left us quite awhile ago.

@solinus83 10 ай бұрын

the most beautiful funeral I have ever seen

@SheriRoyston 11 ай бұрын

those last scenes with all those people on boats and in the water were his funeral and those ashes were his. Died too young.

@maikailoa808 Ай бұрын

Iz beauti music Lives on. R.I.P. brother ❤️🤙🏻

@user-ei3tp3pp3r 11 ай бұрын

Thanks Nick for the touching and insightful review. His voice in Hawaii 78 is moving too!

@nickforell1 11 ай бұрын

I appreciate that.

@nicolaleye6777 11 ай бұрын

This was played for my niece who was sadly born sleeping 🥺 brings me to tears every time 💔

@bazkeen 11 ай бұрын

Just beautiful. The best version of this that I have ever heard. R.I.P. Bruddah IZ

@rhondamurff9101 11 ай бұрын

To warm your heart after IZ's emotional performance watch all of Iam Tongi's entire journey on American Idol 2023!! You will love it!!❤

@PInnHeAd 5 ай бұрын

This song is so soothing yet even without seeing the video with his Life Service at the end it makes you somber, even if you only hear the lyrics for the first time, it makes you feel something that is deep down. But yeah it also soothes me so much because of how perfectly the ukulele and his singing fits together with the lyrics. One song i suggest you should react to is Sabaton: en livstid i krig live in gothenburg, and turn the subtitles on, also if you consider doing it, you can watch their historical video beforehand to learn what the song is about since Sabaton sings about historical events, people, heroes or happenings. Mostly in wartime, but they ALWAYS take the general soldiers side in the conflict, portraying them as people, no matter the side, condeming war but celebrate heroes or heroic deeds.

@debrajohnston3450 7 ай бұрын

He's over the rainbow now and happy

@Panpanpaja 11 ай бұрын

I always get goosebumps hearing this beautiful but sad song.😢❤

@tanithschneider3051 10 ай бұрын

It wasn’t sad. He made it hopeful and beautiful.

@lancecouture3452 2 ай бұрын

It's a such a beautiful love song.. made me cry and very touching song.. beautiful soul and place to live.. great reaction ❤️

@derek2593 9 ай бұрын

I lived in Hawaii ages 3 to 8. We saw Iz perform live multiple times, and even met him once. Super nice guy. We visited waimea falls one day, and he happened to be visiting at the same time. He sat at the diner we were dining at, across from us. The server pulled up an extra chair for him (he requires two). I miss the guy, but I feel priveledged to have seen him perform live on Oahu.

@eliasbarnes3710 10 ай бұрын

That voice grabs your soul.

@hotboytoy138 9 ай бұрын

EVERYTIME...EVERY SINGLE TIME....THAT REACTION...

@Dorloteelasouris 11 ай бұрын

this version is the original recorded in one night. the footage at the end of the clip is from his own state funeral.

@nickforell1 11 ай бұрын

So heartbreaking

@OsoOzeki3 10 ай бұрын

Sorry but this is NOT the original version, this is a remastered version for a compilation album. You can find the original recording in the album "facing future", mixed in 1993 I guess, and claimed as a one-take-song. You can find the story of this song very easily just google it.

@jonebert7716 10 ай бұрын

One of the most powerful singers of all time... rip iz u were a legend

@michaelabowden2052 5 ай бұрын

Bless him.. you just want to give him a cuddle RIP sweetheart.. but yes it makes me cry everytime. Xx

@kevincook4279 7 ай бұрын

Beautiful voice, beautiful song, beautiful reaction x

@leecarlson9713 10 ай бұрын

I cry each time, also. The first time I heard IZ’s rendition, I really didn’t like it, but his voice captivated me, so I would listen again and again, until I came to love this haunting version.

@vallee3140 11 ай бұрын

This is the best version ever, what a voice.

@nickforell1 11 ай бұрын

It was truly incredible

@marksterner7532 11 ай бұрын

You should also check out Iz performing a medley of "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" and "Wonderful World". Doubly moving!

@political-social 10 ай бұрын

I'm in tears right now 💙💚

@honestabe1940 10 ай бұрын

Tears of joy at the beauty everytime. Iz lives!

@Ingeniero503 9 ай бұрын

This is the best song I’ve ever heard on my life

@bilguana11 10 ай бұрын

His song introduced us to Hawai'ian music....six years after he passed. He has several studio albums and a live album, all amazing.

@DeborahAiles 9 ай бұрын

One of the movies they used this song in....Meet Joe Black. I found out about IZ not long before he died. This rendition always makes me cry. RIP IZ.

@inkoinfinity2 4 ай бұрын

Magical voice

@mioandleo139 8 ай бұрын

When I first heard it I nearly cried because 😢 it was just so beautiful

@sherylhenley1931 9 ай бұрын

Loved your reaction. You have a lovely, sensitive heart and soul.

@bethking7348 8 ай бұрын

I miss Hawaii and the locals, plus floating in the water and listening to the sand shift in the tide waves

@RobertJones-co5jb 10 ай бұрын

Honest reaction brother, brings memories back to me everytime I see it.

@robertdegrazia9668 11 ай бұрын

It was his memorial . When I was in Maui , his music was played in pubs and got into him . Bought 2 of his CD'S there.

@janicesimmons5272 2 ай бұрын

Beautiful song!

@kimberlymachasic3022 11 ай бұрын

Such a wonderful human being, so sad. Makes me cry every time I hear him.❤

@RyanRichardsToby 9 ай бұрын

He also covers Louis Armstrong's "What a Wonderful World".

@scotty2307 9 ай бұрын

IZ was a truly beautiful soul, and he loved his life just as it was. I think that his large size was partly responsible for that amazing tone in his voice. Sadly, it was also his large size that took him away even as the world was falling in love with him.

@daave365 11 ай бұрын

He did the music and vocals collectively in one take

@robertdegrazia9668 11 ай бұрын

His passing was sad , such a talent. It was a favorite of my growing up . Judy Garland

@ImaCatMaia 9 ай бұрын

I'm extremely late to this, but heeyyy I'm here 😊 This song played during a photo montage at my oldest brother's memorial service. My "Brudder Timmy" passed away from testicular cancer when he was 37 years old. 🕯️🌈

@00mantara00 11 ай бұрын

This song hits in different ways for different people. Always the right way. :}

@infinityexplodealfay4239 10 ай бұрын

It’s real

@elbatejeda5081 11 ай бұрын

Love love this and it makes me cry every time!!❤

@1Listen2Learn 11 ай бұрын

You were kind of blind sided by that, but you pulled out an excellent reaction anyway. Well done. IZ is one of the angel voices I never get tired of listening to. Thank you.

@martinford2475 5 ай бұрын

i always cry

@user-ei3tp3pp3r 11 ай бұрын

Beautiful ❤

@nickforell1 11 ай бұрын

It really is

@bazkeen 11 ай бұрын

Everytime I hear this, I still get goosebumps Only the 3rd person to be laid in state at the capital building after his death. The other two were Government officials. A Hawaiian treasure

@nickforell1 11 ай бұрын

Wow what a massive honor.

@gorramdarthkhal5615 11 ай бұрын

He does a great version of Country Road.

@nickforell1 11 ай бұрын

Oh I’ll have to check that out

@tammyluce8474 11 ай бұрын

I’m crying now 😢

@nickforell1 11 ай бұрын

It’s a very emotional song!

@doughaviland1729 11 ай бұрын

It waa the outro song for the movie MEET JOE BLACK. Perfection!❤

@mapegatkinson92 9 ай бұрын

Angelic.

@jannekristinehubenettekris1601 11 ай бұрын

I allways play this one july 22 because of the terrorattack in Norway in 2011 and I lost my niece..

@nickforell1 11 ай бұрын

I’m so sorry to hear that :(

@patsyelias8732 10 ай бұрын

His "official" video on KZfaq has 1.4 Billion views

@candisalazar5383 11 ай бұрын

Aloha I am from Hawaii. Please listen to "In this Life" by Isreal Kamakawiwaole or as we say Braddah IZ. The song you just listened to sounds familiar because is was the song on 50 first dates at the end when she's on the boat and opens the window! I hope this helps! Just subscribed and now following you! Aloha❤

@mikeplott4817 11 ай бұрын

So Sad 😞

@linalu5881 11 ай бұрын

❤❤❤

@vincentvancraig Ай бұрын

❤

@MaryMoodymegumimom 11 ай бұрын

Classic... and, as much as I love Judy, my favorite version. I know you're starting to discover some of the amazing acapella and I wanted to recommend the Voice Play version of Valhalla Calling (originally by Miracle of Sound). Also, Home Free is a great group, too... their cover of Ring of Fire features Avi (PTX original Bass).

@beckyhansen3266 10 ай бұрын

He passed away June 26 1997

@herrunsinn774 11 ай бұрын

0:17 "He's Hawaiian... uh... from Hawaii." Apparently, that is opposed to the Hawaiians from Texas. It's so easy to confuse the two groups. 🤣

@judithkroening3257 11 ай бұрын

I think the last part of this video is his memorial service…

@jerrysabino9079 8 ай бұрын

I was able to lay a lei on his memorial

@emilyelser1779 11 ай бұрын

I found you from reacting to Taylor and stayed for everything else! if you can. please listen to Lola Montez- Volbeat! I saw you did another from them but this one is my favorite and you'll love breaking down lyrics if you like a bit of history!

@nickforell1 11 ай бұрын

Thank you! I’m so glad you’re enjoying Emily :)