So sad! Israel "IZ" Kamakawiwoʻole - Somewhere Over The Rainbow Vocal Coach reaction and analysis

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Vocal Coach reacts to reaction to analyses analyzes analysis of breaks down Israel "IZ" Kamakawiwoʻole - Somewhere Over The Rainbow
Original Video without interruption: • OFFICIAL Somewhere ove...
Check out Israel "IZ" Kamakawiwoʻole here: izhawaii.com
Israel "IZ" Kamakawiwoʻole, often simply known as IZ, was a legendary Hawaiian musician celebrated for his ethereal voice and heartfelt renditions of traditional Hawaiian songs. His iconic medley of "Somewhere Over the Rainbow/What a Wonderful World" has captivated audiences worldwide, becoming a timeless classic. Known for his unique blend of Hawaiian ukulele and contemporary influences, IZ's music embodies the spirit of aloha and the beauty of the Hawaiian islands. His soulful melodies and powerful messages of peace and love continue to resonate, making him an enduring symbol of Hawaiian culture and musical excellence.
Israel "IZ" Kamakawiwoʻole's rendition of "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" is an iconic and beloved version of the classic song, known for its soothing ukulele and IZ's soulful voice. This timeless track seamlessly blends "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" with "What a Wonderful World," creating a unique medley that has touched hearts worldwide. The song, often associated with IZ's gentle spirit and the beauty of Hawaii, has become a global anthem of hope and tranquility. Israel "IZ" Kamakawiwoʻole's "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" continues to inspire and uplift listeners, cementing his legacy as a Hawaiian music legend.
Songwriter: Harold Arlen, Yip Harburg, Bob Thiele, George David Weiss
Genre: Hawaii, reggae, world
Origin: Honolulu, Territory of Hawaii
Performed by
Israel "IZ" Kamakawiwoʻole
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@BethRoars Ай бұрын

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@oscararzate7956 Ай бұрын

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@SamuelDormitorio Ай бұрын

Thank you for this as an islander we really appreciate you keeping Bradda IZ memory alive. Much love!! Be blessed!!

@jettechdonatkins Ай бұрын

We lost an angel when we lost IZ.

@gocards6390 Ай бұрын

he was a gift to the world

@jerkwater407 8 күн бұрын

Iz lives

@fireeatersexpress8475 Ай бұрын

Iz's version gets me every time. My wife and I were stationed at Pearl Harbor for over 5 years and she loved this song. My Jennifer passed away almost 6 years ago to the day. My sister in law picked a nice rotation of appropriate songs at Jennifer's funeral to play before the service. She picked songs she thought embodied Jen. I didn't know what she picked but as I was walking around the various flower arrangements, I heard that ukulele play and absolutely lost it. This is a beautiful song by a beautiful soul and will always make me think of my beautiful wife. Thank you Beth.

@adamskeans2515 Ай бұрын

we played this song at my son's funeral. it makes me cry every time

@fireeatersexpress8475 Ай бұрын

@@adamskeans2515 I'm so sorry for your loss. I have a feeling that many of us have the same unfortunate bond.

@adamskeans2515 Ай бұрын

@@fireeatersexpress8475 he was a special needs child, nonverbal, but his greatest joy was when I played songs for him on KZfaq, this was his favorite song.

@huntingsynth Ай бұрын

Our world without IZ is scary but his light shines and gives us hope

@fatcoyote2 Ай бұрын

I have seen too many grown people tear up just listening to this man to not understand that he was special.

@ClanMcDuck Ай бұрын

Literally one of the most beautiful songs ever recorded. Brings tears to my eyes every time. A lovely song elevated by a beautiful voice.

@venomdust1 Ай бұрын

Bradda IZ was a great person and singer. I live on Oahu but never got to meet him but at least 4 friends of mine Met him . Every single one said he was so down to earth and positive. One friend said it was like talking to a friend . In Hawaii IZ is still missed.

@nadiauribe6202 Ай бұрын

"Somewhere over the rainbow" is such a beautiful song by itself....but this version...this version is beyond great. It's gold.

@Grizzlox Ай бұрын

I can't hear this without crying. Rest in Peace Iz... you left the world with a wonderful gift

@86larsonrd Ай бұрын

Beth wears her compassion on her face so warmly....

@thisisgonnabegoodiknowit9413 23 күн бұрын

I can only think of one explanation for why so many people tear up when they hear Iz' voice. He sang directly from the heart. When you listen, it takes you to your own heart. It's a soft, emotional place. Where we're all one.

@adamskeans2515 Ай бұрын

This was the favorite song of my special needs son, we played it at his funeral, it makes me cry every time

@ericbnielsen Ай бұрын

His version of Somewhere Over the Rainbow/What a Wonderful World can take me from mad to normal it’s just that calming.

@uliwehner Ай бұрын

sometimes we wake up in the middle of the night knowing there is something we just have to do. He actually did it. Thank you.

@kamilegier4730 Ай бұрын

This song with the vocals of IZ make you feel young and free from the troubled world we live in, for a moment all is right

@bkohatl Ай бұрын

A Gentle Soul GONE TOO SOON.

@theghost6412 Ай бұрын

Iz will always be remembered as a very special human being. Very much missed around the globe.

@RaysDad Ай бұрын

This song makes me happy and sad at the same time.

@damonbryan7232 Ай бұрын

IZ LIVES Gone but never forgotten We were only meant for his excellence for a short time but a long memory

@randytaylor1406 Ай бұрын

IZ has such an angelic voice. Thank you for reacting to such a beautiful song sung by a beautiful soul.

@alapaticornell4391 Ай бұрын

Great music great voice. Thank u brother IZ❤❤

@Iconoplastt Ай бұрын

This is such a beautiful song, RIP IZ

@carolmartin4413 Ай бұрын

Some voices just make your heart love...and your soul? aw...we found it again. Honestly, Beth, I love your vocal explanations...but, on this one...I don't care...I just savor his vocal beauty. Aloha, IZ...❤💔

@Wizardofgosz Ай бұрын

This song is what I listen to when I need to smile with a good cry. I am a recording engineer, and the lore of this recording is that it was recorded on a 2-channel DAT machine. One track for Uke and one track for Izzy. I don't think any fancy mics were used. The lesson being performance ALWAYS trumps gear. This recording is P E R F E C T even though no $20K mics and preamps were used on it.

@AzDesertFoxx Ай бұрын

This song ALWAYS makes me teary eyed. It's SO beautiful! Thanks for listening to it.

@markmclendon8621 Ай бұрын

Iz immediately made heaven's symphonic choir

@geoffbuck6890 Ай бұрын

I played this at my darling wife’s funeral as we all left the crem. I still find this song brings tears to my eyes after 6 years…

@Lue_Jonin 11 күн бұрын

I really enjoyed your explanations of his voice and of course the backstory of his life. IZ rendition will always be my favorite .

@robertowensiii1567 Ай бұрын

My mother who passed away on Christmas Day 2014 from Metastatic Colon Cancer at 83 loved this song, "Somewhere Over The Rainbow/What A Wonderful World"! The song is featured at the end of the 2004 movie "50 First Dates" starring Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore! 😊

@aaroncoffman7267 Ай бұрын

I found this song shortly before the birth of my first child, and it has been her lullaby ever since. IZ’s warmth and love will always live on with those willing to share it.

@mikedineen7857 Ай бұрын

It makes me cry to Beth.

@johnjaskolka7465 Ай бұрын

Several years ago I was sitting with 3 of my young grandchildren listening to music they liked. They requested a cartoon song that reminded me of this song from Iz. The next song I played was this very video. I did not know that Israel had died...when the funeral came up on the video I started crying. They never asked why. To this day (literally this day watching your video) tears come when the funeral is shown. What a beautiful song, voice, and person. Aloha, mahalo Iz!

@PortaPooper Ай бұрын

This version always makes me emotional. I think its a combination of the message of the song, and knowing how loved he was by the people in his community.

@QuicknStraight Ай бұрын

I have listened to this and IZ' other works so many times. Such a beautiful voice and gone far too soon.

@Manotaur1 Ай бұрын

I cry every damn time but I always feel better afterward. Iz heals the soul

@jh7100 Ай бұрын

Thank you for this one! Much appreciated.

@lifelover515 Ай бұрын

Thank you Beth for sharing your wonderfiul insight once again into the mysteries of the human voice and RIP Izzy - he was a true force of nature.

@jimmcgarry8466 Ай бұрын

Oh, Beth.. the expressions on your face exemplify pretty much everyone's feelings about Isreal. You, like I probably wish I'd known him in some capacity. He was a lovely human being.

@johnway2699 Ай бұрын

I've been waiting for you to react to this. I knew that it would make you simultaneously happy and sad (all the feels). I'm so glad you are helping to celebrate Iz!

@GaryNoone-jz3mq Ай бұрын

I was determined not to cry. Stand stoic. But then, I started reading all the comments and now my eyes are filled with tears 😢 'By Iz, and thankyou.❤

@deborahdean Ай бұрын

I live in Hawaii and have heard this song many, many times. It still brings tears to my eyes. Rest well Bruddah Iz.

@ChicagoDB 21 минут бұрын

The song really came to public attention when it was featured in Sean Connery’s 2000 film, “Finding Forrester”.

@markhagerman1837 Ай бұрын

One of the sweetest recordings ever. Still gives me chills after all these years.

@tr_vmi4844 Ай бұрын

I got married in Hawaii, and this was my wedding song. I LOVE this song…such a special place in my heart. Thanks for reviewing this!!

@subversivelysurreal3645 Ай бұрын

Beautiful ❤️✌🏽

@scyldscefing3913 Ай бұрын

That was lovely.

@retiredarchitect3462 Ай бұрын

so wonderful

@SgtSplatter782 Ай бұрын

I remember growing up on Oahu and IZ would do school shows when his health was better. He had a soul and heart that was bigger than he was.

@8815snooky Ай бұрын

Beautiful……..

@RoGueNavy Ай бұрын

Iz!!!

@fmkswedish Ай бұрын

best version of all times. made him immortal!

@RebHawkins54 Ай бұрын

Excellent choice Beth.

@WaterBug46 Ай бұрын

Always brings tears. Dad was stationed there. I grew up surfing. IZ is so close to ocean folks hearts. His voice is water for the soul, just washing over you and healing the hurt.

@BC-ui9yt 15 күн бұрын

I first heard this driving to visit a friend in the mid/late 90s. One of those "Sunday morning easy listening" shows on classic rock stations. And from that moment, this has been the only version of the song for me.

@imzadi76.2 Ай бұрын

This song, just amazing. And I am one of those that always thinks of the ER episode. It was also a big hit in Germany 15 years ago.

@WindsurfMaui Ай бұрын

A beautiful man. Thank you for doing this review.

@mikem597 Ай бұрын

I may have commented on this review previously, but let me first say I always appreciate your thoughtful reviews, Beth. In this review, your facial expressions alone tell us what a touching and extraordinarily touching and timeless this recording is. Thank you.

@skyraider1656 Ай бұрын

This is my favorite version of Over The Rainbow. It’s right up there with the version done in the 1950’s by the Dementions.

@alanwood4968 Ай бұрын

Beautiful he has a lovely delivery.

@jaredvc7120 Ай бұрын

Gracias por reaccionar a esta bella canción y la maravillosa interpretación de Israel.

@bninem1397 Ай бұрын

Art Bell used to play this sometimes during his outro breaks years ago

@TheNathanEverest 3 күн бұрын

Been awhile but am loving the new pop up video style your videos have taken on keep it up 😊

@joeltwinx3805 Ай бұрын

Very few songs can tear me up this is one of them

@charlierussell6577 Ай бұрын

I fell in love with this song the first time I heard it, probably 20-25 years ago. I had no idea who it was, but HAD to find out, and get more of them. I wound up with the album containing this version and it has been on 'heavy rotation' for me ever since. It always hits me waaay down deep and I usually 'dew up' in the corners of my eyes a little.

@user-vd2os2sf3e Ай бұрын

You made me still crying again!: Living in Munich/ London/NYC/ Milano... We have also a little house in KAWAI- met IZ there short before He died! Thanks Beth❤Good memorys!.

@sandilar Ай бұрын

Love Beth Roars!!!

@dougel4709 Ай бұрын

This made me day!!! I'm so happy to see that one of my favorite analysts took a listen to Iz!!!

@MisterItchy Ай бұрын

I am so happy that I learned of Brudda Iz. I wish I knew of him before his passing. Much love!

@ThistleAndSea Ай бұрын

Love Iz. Such beautiful singing. Thank you for sharing this one, Beth. 😊

@FFVison Ай бұрын

I really like his version of this song where he has it as a medley of Somewhere Over The Rainbow and then goes into What A Wonderful World and then back into Somewhere Over The Rainbow. Fantastic performance.

@GrapeWallsOfIre Ай бұрын

Thanks for discussing IZ! This song gets me every time.

@ChristianMeyer-jr1nv Ай бұрын

This song is full of emotions. Just a few seconds and I got tears in my eyes. Thanks Beth for the reaction

@shaneeslick Ай бұрын

G'day Beth, This version while being really simple is so Beautiful & sooooo emotional giving hope for better things, along with Kermit singing Rainbow Connection no matter how bad things seem these songs just make the world a better place 👨🏽🐸🥰

@Capydachi Ай бұрын

One of the most beautiful voices ever to exist. R.I.P. IZ

@liamfahey7836 Ай бұрын

Love his version. So beautiful. Brought the song into a new place. My wife and I play this often such a beautiful voice. Sad he’s no longer with us. 🎸🎸

@Rabestor Ай бұрын

Cant end this one without a drop in the eyes, especially if watching the video

@joshuakallenberger915 Ай бұрын

Always loved this version. I think the first time i heard it was on an episode of ER, when Dr. Green went to Hawai'i to die.

@geraldoribeirofilho Ай бұрын

Beautiful. Thank you.

@drakoreyes5889 Ай бұрын

This song is... the very beautifull❤

@jmacd8817 Ай бұрын

The first time i saw that vid, i was in tears. I get moist eyes every time i watch or listen.

@alexmartz9393 Ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing with us I love you forever and ever

@karlsmith2570 Ай бұрын

The pictures they'd shown of Iz in the traditional Hawaiian attire kinda made him look like Maui from "Moana"

@mst3knislesfan1 Ай бұрын

I first heard this song played during an episode of Aerial America on the Smithsonian Channel when they focused on the state of Hawaii. Absolutely fantastic. 🤙

@miltonslocum8957 Ай бұрын

Beth, I truly enjoyed your reaction and heartfelt comments to this beautiful song. No matter how many times I hear Iz's version of this classic I simply enjoy it. Thanks again for the reaction Beth!❤

@johnhmaloney Ай бұрын

Such a beautiful rendition of a classic. I’ve always loved how he played with the melody and made it his own, while staying very true to the emotion of the original. And, of course, I’m a big fan of the simple arrangement.

@TheRevFireman630 Ай бұрын

I first heard this song at the ending of the movie "Fnding Forrster." The movie stars such greats as Sean Connery, Rob Brown, Busta Rhymes, and Matt Damon. Ever since then, I seem to hear the song everywhere. It's a beautiful ending to the movie, as this song is playing. As an aside, if you've never seen the movie "Finding Forrester" I highly recommended. It's a great, underrated movie!

@keith6485 Ай бұрын

This was recorded in one and only one take after IZ called the studio owner in the middle of the night and said that he had a song he needed to record "right now." I'm sure glad that guy didn't tell him to wait until morning.

@Atroll_man Ай бұрын

Love the reaction. "Kaleohano" is one of my favorites sung by Bradda IZ, you have to check it out. I'll check out your album right now.

@MichaelPallada Ай бұрын

One of the most beautiful and peaceful songs ever!

@RobertoSantana61 Ай бұрын

I never liked this song, until I heard IZ sing it. He also does an amazing cover of "What A Wonderful World".

@jettechdonatkins Ай бұрын

I believe IZ was an angel sent down from heaven to be with us for a while.He was a gentle soul for sure.What a voice!

@margieguild519 Ай бұрын

Have known this song all my life, but this is without doubt the absolute best version. The first time I heard it I just fell in love with ths amazing voice❤

@majormajormajortom Ай бұрын

I love this version so much. I also love a cover of this version that was featured in the Scrubs TV series finale by The Blanks, aka Ted's in- show acapella group; makes me tear up every time

@customer9845 Ай бұрын

I have always loved IZ. Always picks me up when I am feeling down.

@kham1163 Ай бұрын

Check out Kaleohano live, shortly before his death at the 1996 Na Hoku Nohanohano awards. Seriously beautiful and inspirational. His original band mates join in and everyone is the building is in tears.

@Nastyn1nja808 Ай бұрын

im Ready once again for the tears

@GinMae Ай бұрын

Thanks, Beth.. the "big man" was amazing... wish I had known more of his work and that he had been with us longer.. what a voice! appreciate your reaction...