Remembering "IZ" Israel Kamakawiwo'ole June 26th, 1997

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Aloha gang,
SPECIAL REPORT Israel Kamakawiwo'ole!
* Today June 26th 2015 marks the 18th year since Hawaii's most notable musician "Israel Kamakawiwo'ole" passed away June 26, 1997.
Born "Israel Ka‘ano‘i Kamakawiwo'ole" May 20, 1959. I still alive today, Israel would now be 56 years old. Israel was the third child born of parents "Evangeline Keale Kamakawiwo‘ole" and husband "Henry Kaleialoha Naniwa Kamakawiwo'ole" on the island of Oahu at Kuakini Hospital May 20, 1959.
Uploaded on my recent KZfaq channel is the video that tells the story of this tragic time in Hawaiian history recorded in 1997.
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Aloha,
Boda - KFH

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@mattnobrega6621 4 жыл бұрын

I first discovered bruddah IZ when I for landed on kaneohe bay oahu. I was stationed there while I was in the marine corps. I loved it instantly. Once I left I took him home with me to the east coast of Massachusetts where I still live. My dream is to move back to oahu where I left my soul. It's where I really belong. IZ helped me to realize that. Mahalo big bruddah! \m/

@dawnmccormick9387 4 жыл бұрын

I discovered Iz a year ago. Without realizing who I was listening to, I had heard his music before. My son also suffers from obesity which no one understands and everyone ridicules with out understanding the causes. So Iz is my hero because he can be a role model and a beacon for people like my son who are made to feel "less than" by people who cruel and unfeeling. He will always live on.

@dawnmichele6847 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Dawn. My name is Dawn too. I've never had that problem. But I have had other problems with many struggle's and been judged by people who had NO COMPASSION, JUST JUDGING ME FOR thing's I could not control. But I know that as long as the Lord 🙏 love's me I will live pain free and home at LAST 🙏🙏🙏🙏🕊️

@bunkaboo72 3 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful heart and soul ❤️😍🥰 Some Where over the rainbow 🌈 will b played @ my cremation!! ❤️

@deann86 7 жыл бұрын

Lived in Makaha as a small kid in the 70s and the Sons use to sing in the bar my older sister worked at. I remember running around in the bar and watching them sing. Good memories. The bar was on the second floor and they had to reinforce the floor for the guys. Big guys big talent. Big aloha.

@deboorahcasey6061 3 жыл бұрын

He was beautiful ❤️❤️💕

@renatediel7739 Жыл бұрын

Ein Trost für alle, die IZ und seine Musik auch so lieben wie ich, wir werden ihn im Himmel treffen.

@Victor-yh1ek 3 жыл бұрын

First time I heard your music was in 2003 when I first discovered the ukulele and bought me one , but I was sad you were gone but you left us with your beautiful gift all your music and your Aloha , my kids know about you and so are my grandkids , and will teach them to play ukulele with your beautiful songs , GOD BLESS YOU BROTHER IZ 🙏🙏

@rhondaholland719 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful voice. So sad he’s gone but heaven needed another angel to sing 💕. Peace and love IZ

@freedomospeech8180 4 жыл бұрын

The guy said towards the end of this video that hearing IZ music live is where you felt his love. I can feel his love in his music and I’ve never met that man. He would had been five years older then me. It will reach future generations as long as there is recording of him. God bless you IZ I love you and your beautiful words of compassion and love.

@blprom 7 жыл бұрын

I spent yesterday (June 26th) driving around with the top down listening to IZ's music. I kept looking up and smiling with a tear in my eye. Mahalo(nui loa) Israel Kamakawiwo`ole !!!

@fredibockover1750 8 жыл бұрын

my prince. 19 years and still thinking of you

@joannekeryger7909 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your beautiful music IZ. Your music will live in the hearts of all who loved you and those who never knew you. Your music makes me smile and weep at the same time.

@carolmclean7867 5 жыл бұрын

Amazing soul heven sent voice thank you so blessed hearing his songs somewhere over the rain now is his and Judy Garland song

@deeohgee4574 4 жыл бұрын

Never heard IZ before he went to sing for God, but cannot bear a day without hearing him...

@duelwing01 7 жыл бұрын

What a great man, he had a talent of spreading joy throughout people's life's

@roxannealexander8936 8 жыл бұрын

Iz was a special human being who will live in the hearts of many. His voice was heaven sent! Lucky the people who met and knew him. One day we will all enter th circle of life and rejoice in his music once again

@lorrainesaltmarsh2836 Жыл бұрын

He passed away on my 24th birthday. He had a voice of an angel. Over the rainbow is my favourite song he did.

@virginiaschulte4121 7 жыл бұрын

I just saw Israel for the 1st time on here, what a voice, he sings like an angel, just beautiful, I wish I would of heard of him when he was alive, beautiful, beautiful man, with the most awesome voice I've ever heard!!!!!!!!!

@loribrooks7273 4 жыл бұрын

He touched so many people. I listen to his voice all the way from Texas! I am so thankful to him for sharing his gift. 🙏

@althor76 7 жыл бұрын

I've known IZ's music since 2001, and it had a huge part in my falling in love with Hawai'i and with the 'Olelo Hawai'i. And still, I am drawn to tears when I watch this.

@paulamartinez8388 2 жыл бұрын

What an Amazing Man!!!! I just came across his videos, and I was So Enthralled with his voice!!! I'm just So Sorry he is no longer on this earth!! But, the heaven's gained a Beautiful man with the voice of an Angel!!! Rest In Peace!!! 🙏❤️

@twigberries7110 5 жыл бұрын

What a great voice and a God given talent to reach people in thair hearts.I just discovered him on KZfaq and what a joy, I get to at least get to hear what he left for us!

@abiroppo 5 жыл бұрын

My brother showed me IZ right before my brother died. Now the only way I can remember my brother is by seeing and hearing IZ sing. Thank you IZ for the gift you gave me.

@stunyon 3 жыл бұрын

I live in Australia and I am only discovering this man now may he Rest In Peace, I regret not knowing this mans music when I was younger. Thank you for sharing

@fabiolabarrera7631 4 жыл бұрын

Tenia una vos divina,aún que yo no entiendo su idioma ,me encantan sus canciones.

@mtndrew-xk8ti 8 жыл бұрын

BEAUTIFUL MAN, WHAT A VOICE.

@rockmatt9406 8 жыл бұрын

I just discovered this great guy today and im already crying to his songs

@ironwolf60 7 жыл бұрын

me too 2017

@merryl55 7 жыл бұрын

Yes, just discovered this guy recently too (didn't even know he was dead!)

@thejadeyeti298 7 жыл бұрын

Merryl Miziul I also found out he was dead.1 tear

@antonioespinoza777 7 жыл бұрын

I thought this was more recent. didn't know he sang over the rainbow soo long ago. he killed it, the is no second in competition

@user-ew2fx1tz6x 7 жыл бұрын

ハワイアン歌

@ekomarie 8 жыл бұрын

It has been 18 years .. OMG .. I only knew about his story only now .. My gosh where was I. Well, the reason is I just started playing Ukelele and I want to learn the song .. Somehwere Over The Rainbow - so I got curious hearing his version ....Oh my what a man! Then I checked on all the videos and here I am soaked in tears. Why o why ... he passed away too soon. Yes, his memory lives and as for me ... I just met him. One great super hero! .. I am so inspired now to play the Uke. ... Thank you Iz.

@eleanorefoxworth7314 4 жыл бұрын

Yes Iz did battle obesity, but I'm sure people understand his health was. Because of genitics, , most of his immediate family had the same problem. No fault of their own. But one thing for sure is his voice was as big as the entire universe. I love him because of his music and ha e me er met him. But I feel that I have been knowing him all my life. He brought so much joy to do many. Iz , I wish you have not left us. But I hope to see you in the new system that God promises. Luv you my h Iz.

@josieferraris2553 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing with us. Amazing person cherished by all that heard his music. Sorry for all the family tragedies of loss. Love you God bless

@robinwhite-bowles5049 7 жыл бұрын

angelic voice... God's gift to this world.

@elizabethschreffler3948 5 жыл бұрын

I always loved the song," Over The Rainbow" as a child I would sing this song. I visited the island many years before I heard of Iz. It wasn't until about 3 years ago I heard him sing for the first time. It wasn't just his Angelic voice which touched my heart and soul. It was his kind spirit and his love for his people.

@girlsrule722 5 жыл бұрын

I fell in love with IZ he truly touched my Heart. Im from Michigan. He was a Angel then and now. Truly a Angel.

@boogeryang 7 жыл бұрын

IZ had real magic in his music. I can put his music on repeat and escape away from the world of work and stress and bills.

@Uschi4370 8 жыл бұрын

"I'll Always Love You Israel" ......

@missymason2377 7 жыл бұрын

beautiful spirit, amazing human being with great heart touching millions of people across the globe. There no room for war or negative words, feelings or thought. I am from writing from New Zealand.

@thomasbeaty3336 6 жыл бұрын

Iz is a wonder man and great great singer. Over the rainbow makes me cry. He will be missed but his music will last for ever in our hearts. God got a great angel.

@markwright2280 6 жыл бұрын

I love his music so much.... sounds like the voice of an angel... Kamakawiwo Ole... so hard to forget.

@Uschi4370 6 жыл бұрын

"The Almighty Has Long Forgiven Him His Shortcomings In His Short Live!" ... "His Good Deeds Outweigh Everything Else!" ... Never Forgotten ... Always Loved ... RIP ...

@arleneweiss4676 4 жыл бұрын

I first heard his voice on 50 firsts dates , the movie . I did not know he had passed away in 97 , his voice was and is still amazing and makes me cry because he is sooo beautiful . I just watched his documentry and cried thru it . he was an amazing musician and his voice amazing , one of a kind . I my love to you and family and Hawaiian .

@eddiefreeman360 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you IZ for showing me life can be good, music open hearts - love you Israel IZ Kamakawiwo'ole 🌺🌴

@audrygreck3853 Жыл бұрын

Such a beautiful talented man an angelic voice❤❤❤❤

@lunasky1819 5 жыл бұрын

You have now truly moved on to paradise, thank you so much for sharing with us the beauty of your music,lots of love your fans in eire,you have touched hearts all over the world

@m.mousetrapfenimore898 8 жыл бұрын

he had the mist beautiful voice thry music and thru the way he spoke,I will allways love his mudic ,my most favorite is over the rainbow,,,,,,And I am courious I thought I heard he has a child and was married a short time did his child get that wonderful voice and did he has a son or daughter and alloud to see that child ? if not his ex was a very cruel human being not to let hid child get to know him and carry on his or her fathers voice and music, so sad ,they say he was kind to children why not his own, RIP IZ and I hope ur voice comes thru ur child some day,RIP With the dolphins and may the rainboys lay on ur shoulders forever , RIPIZ 😞😭😥😪

@lety2522 6 жыл бұрын

Lo acabo de descubrir y marcó mi vida, veo un mundo maravilloso, un alma tan hermosa tan bello q trizteza I cry cry cry, xq la gente tan valiosa se va tan joven IZ Forever, I lava you

@lesliekendall5668 4 жыл бұрын

I lived in Hawaii when he passed and once took care of him at Queen's. Such a blessing. He was so sweet and only a small kine kalohe.

@estherg.915 6 жыл бұрын

I never knew who really sang this beautiful song til I researched it. Now he sings for God. Is still missed to this day. Thank you IZ for sharing your gift. ❤️❤️

@Justme-lx5oq 4 жыл бұрын

IZ...yu only have the voice God gave you, us and the world. OVER THE RAINBOW..got my heart, your smile and voice got my soul....R.I.P. I cried my eyes out...or pure beauty and love hearing your Over...song...now knowing that you are still riding our waves of our hearts in 2020 again...gives me chills

@anamariafernandez7209 2 жыл бұрын

Como cantaba con una Voz tan Bonita que no se podrá olvidar en la Vida 💕💕💕💕💕 Un legado para siempre en Todo el mundo 🌏🙏🥰🥰

@JonahKekona 4 жыл бұрын

My hearts still sore today that he's gone. His music and messages touched many hearts in Hawaii.

@dawnmichele6847 2 жыл бұрын

Jonah I'm from Carolina and it's not just a Hawaiian thing or Hawaiian tragedy . I am listening now and crying 😭 like a baby. He's beautiful and KNOWN ALL over the WORLD 🌈🌈👏👏😭😭🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🙏🙏🕯️🕯️🕯️💐

@dandixon4034 5 жыл бұрын

For a large person, you have to appreciate his venue to the rest of the world, I wish I could shake his hand he has more love than most people

@palomahealing5073 8 жыл бұрын

He was an Angel and he still is an Angel.

@merryl55 7 жыл бұрын

Definitely.

@elizabethschreffler3948 5 жыл бұрын

He will always be an Angel. His Angelic voice will forever touch those who hear him.

@toandmor1 3 жыл бұрын

He really could have been, the bible says we could be in the company of angels and not know it

@amywhite9972 7 жыл бұрын

IZ was a beautiful Man, inside and out. I just hate I never had the chance to know him... The younger generation has no idea what they missed out on... 😢

@eagleben9802 6 жыл бұрын

You and your song will always be remembered... You are my biggest inspiration IZ 😢😢😢

@dartagnantaft5918 8 жыл бұрын

what an awesome voice and an awesome MAN. Im a better man for having herd him sing.

@MariaMariaIIKKO 9 жыл бұрын

I cry, I cry, I cry ... IZ forever

@jerrykoziol7397 8 жыл бұрын

cry every day for a wonderful soul and in harmony we live

7 жыл бұрын

+Jerry Koziol IZ forever. I love IZ♡♡

@BetsyH 7 жыл бұрын

over the rainbow came to life with IZ, his wonderful voice like no other .

@lindaduarte91 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful Song Omg E Is a Angel 🌿💔R. I. P. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🌿🌷🌿

@franksobolewski4310 6 жыл бұрын

So sad i just heard his voice for the first time and it brought tears his voice is pure and beautiful as is he

@juanvives4537 2 жыл бұрын

Veliká ztráta. IZ bude žít věčně!

@carlmuller7291 7 жыл бұрын

From the first time I heard it, I loved it. Now I really want to visit Hawaii.

@edwardmattix1781 7 жыл бұрын

Rest In Peace. Will be Missed!

@phl.parody9140 7 жыл бұрын

I Discovered His Song "Somewhere Over The Rainbow" And It Is So Wonderful To Listen..

@josiesingleterry5916 5 жыл бұрын

Your profile picture is very misleading 😂👌

@juhaizadelosreyes6609 7 жыл бұрын

It's just really heart breaking to loose such a wonderful person like IZ KAMAWIWO O'LE.!!I Iplay his songs every day i'm so inspired by his songs n'music.Wish ,he's still alive so can still hear him sing LIVE!my family n'i love IZ KAMAWIWOO'LE.WE LOVE YOU IZ!!!

@janetjordan6177 8 жыл бұрын

Always in my heart baby...

@jaimecarter4402 4 жыл бұрын

His sweet voice lifts my heart.

@joannelezama2462 6 жыл бұрын

Only began listening to IZ a few weeks ago; what a beautiful voice! Love listening to his music. Joanne

@lovseashells 7 жыл бұрын

I just put it together today that the Disney Movie Moana is a tribute to him. Such a beautiful voice, his spirit lives on!

@BrianGuerrero999 5 жыл бұрын

In wat way?..

@MorningStarrs 5 жыл бұрын

Maui

@stevenjones4059 5 жыл бұрын

@@MorningStarrs I can see that they should've dedicated the movie to him

@hr9086 5 жыл бұрын

W R O N G.

@mariamama11 5 жыл бұрын

the hook is the same as his.

@pamelahamrick2024 4 жыл бұрын

I visited Hawaii in 2018 it was one of the most wonderful experiences i will remember while dinning i requested for over the rainbow song by israel tearful

@nancywelch1 6 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful life story. Thank you so very much for sharing.

@marydelbuono3700 7 жыл бұрын

We only knew Over the Rainbow...but he was much more... 20 years ago we lost another voice....God Bless...

@garrettjohnston5153 5 жыл бұрын

I never knew him but he's missed by me . A good man it seems but I liked him hearing him on a fm radio. He's great missed by me

@susannaeata1763 7 жыл бұрын

love his songs salt lake city. R.I.LOVE

@victorschabacker924 7 жыл бұрын

What a phenomenal soulful sound to his music. His voice moves me , fills my heart with joy, love and sadness. He will be missed by all who give him the time to enter there heart. Awesome talent!

@katherinegabriel1419 6 жыл бұрын

What a Beautiful. voice and Beautiful heart I still cry when listening.

@dimitrisdelis5929 8 жыл бұрын

His voice is company with the GOD.!!!

@dawnkirlin3468 4 жыл бұрын

Did he ever consider a stomach by pass it might have saved his life. Such a beautiful man and such beautiful.musiv

@dawnkirlin3468 4 жыл бұрын

@kevmichael2064 8 ай бұрын

Iz and the Makaha Sons are Greatest Hawaiian Band in the world 🌎... may they live on forever!!!

@ladykiri42 6 жыл бұрын

Mahalo for this presentation. We will never forget Iz, and I look forward to seeing him in heaven.

@cucar8363 5 жыл бұрын

Such a beautiful voice. 😍😍

@paulalowery7411 5 жыл бұрын

Wow! What a beautifully done tribute to this wonderful man....I am going to go and turn on Netflix and watch Moana right now. RIP Israel.

@janewaqa6010 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! IZ I pay my respects to you. Thank you for showing what it feel like to be happy and sad by your inspirational song "over the rainbow". Once I heard the song my heart just sunk😭😢 Why did he have to pass away😵💔💔💔💔. I hope you rest in peace and please continue to sing over the rainbow with the blue birds.🤧🤧

@mayweathermoney5191 5 жыл бұрын

We love you IZ.... always be in our hearts!

@thomasbeaty3336 6 жыл бұрын

I fist heard him on facebook a year or so ago. I can listen to over the rainbow over and over. His music is so calming. I want to by his CDs and dvds.

@antoinettewillis-wheeler4113 7 жыл бұрын

cant believe that it'll be 20 years this month since he past away

@missymason2377 7 жыл бұрын

love love love love love the nusic!

@calvinolson5168 4 жыл бұрын

WOW! Awesome, brings back memories of the old days!

@paxukulele 9 жыл бұрын

Mahalo for sharing this, Boda! Wish I could sing like Iz and play like Jake!

@MariaMariaIIKKO 9 жыл бұрын

And I wish I had known IZ in this life . Aloha

9 жыл бұрын

IZ forever. I Love IZ

@eddiefreeman360 8 жыл бұрын

+Inês Andrade E MAU LOA AKU "I WILL LIVE FOREVER - BRUDDAH IZ" 😊🌺🌴

8 жыл бұрын

Eddie Freeman Aloha. Para sempre IZ. A vóz mais linda que eu já ouvi na vida. Mahalo

@missymason2377 7 жыл бұрын

The Hawaaii the pople the music ...the art the love oh !!!! the love....

@marylovecountryliving 6 жыл бұрын

He may be gone from our sight but he will always be in our hearts. I love to listen to his songs.

@beutilisious 5 жыл бұрын

Mahalo for sharing this epic mele, IZ will never be forgotten Moali kuleana kanikapila Aloha aina.

@elvamclay4938 5 жыл бұрын

Love his music. Thank you

@zelisouza4914 Жыл бұрын

Ele é uma pessoa formidável pelas as atitudes dele com o povo dele❤👏👏

@g3_lden 6 жыл бұрын

My Best Friend R.I.P 😭 😚

@charleskellam1675 5 жыл бұрын

Iz was a good friend to me ! I had nothing but that never ween matter to him ! He never treated me differently ! Miss you Isreal !

@elizabethschreffler3948 5 жыл бұрын

I would have loved to meet him and know him. He was such a beautiful person.

@anamariafernandez7209 2 жыл бұрын

Con esa voz tan maravillosa nada ni Nadie podrá igualarse ATI y con esa Música 💕🙏🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸

@jaykumarsuthar1428 6 жыл бұрын

There's magic in his voice.. truly angelic...love you IZ

@KevinCruz-zp2ew 8 жыл бұрын

Learned about this man today. I'm only posting because he died on the day I was born.

@anamariafernandez7209 2 жыл бұрын

Una Voz única en el MUNDO y personalidad Arrolladora 🙏💞🙏

@teresatorres3760 6 жыл бұрын

There is more to beauty than what meets the eye this was a beautiful man.

@Earthy-Artist 2 жыл бұрын

Such a beautiful person.

@deanmary1969 5 жыл бұрын

Have Loved IZ the Human Being and Beloved Bradua and Musician Angels are Singing will FOREVER Love IZ...ol couple way down in TX ....Goodness Grace and Happiness.... Always jd