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“SOMEWHERE OVER THE RAINBOW” Israel Kamakawiwo’ole TRIBUTE “Judy Garland”

SOMEWHERE OVER THE RAINBOW Israel Kamakawiwo’ole Tribute “Judy Garland” Israel “Iz” Kaʻanoʻi Kamakawiwoʻole (May 20, 1959 — June 26, 1997) (pronounced [ka-maka-vi-vo-ole]) was an Hawaiian musician. He became famous outside Hawaii when his album Facing Future was released in 1993 with his medley of “Over the Rainbow” and “What a Wonderful World”, which was subsequently featured in several films, television programs, and commercials. From childhood, his family called Israel by his Hawaiian middle name, Kaʻanoʻi, the “beloved one”. His name would later become the title name of his first solo album, Kaʻanoʻi, and also foretells the greatness of this “cherished one”. It is interesting to note here that part of his name, anoʻi, when simplified to noʻi may be a contraction of the Hawaiian word, nohi. Nohi means “bright-colored, vivid, as the rainbow” (see Hawaiian Dictionary, Pukui and Elbert). Nohi, rainbow, beloved one, and cherished one are powerful symbols in his life. Iz’s recording of the song “Somewhere Over The Rainbow” would become renowned throughout the world and continues to garner high acclaim. The song has come to be known as Izʻs “signature song”, the most renowned of all his songs. Kamakawiwo`ole was nicknamed “The Gentle Giant” by his admirers. He was described as always cheerful and positive, and he was best known for his love of the land and of the people of Hawaiʻi. Through his consummate ukulele playing and incorporation of other idioms (such as jazz and …

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Surfing Lessons

Checking out free surfing lessons at “Surf Day,” organized by One Love Ministries (onelove.org) and held every second Saturday each month. We were invited by Renee Iha (happyheartsmochi.com) and Sophie Weeder (sophielynette.wordpress.com). My daughter Katie, age 13, and middle son, Zac, age eight, spent a few minutes on the wave.

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Hawaii- Promise Rings & Other Things Original

MUST READ THIS: SOOooo, I’ve been sick with a Sinus infection for the past 2 days. Its killer, so I took medication for it and might have overdosed a little lastnight lol Said take 1, but I took 2, cuz I was really sick and my head was throbbing. I recorded this lastnight while it was still in effect lol Hope you enjoy. I wrote this song when I was 16. I wrote it for this girl that I honestly thought we were going to be together forever. I know, cliche and sounds dumb. But I’m sure some of you know what I’m talking about. Anyways, we’re not together anymore. These were real thoughts and feelings i wanted her to know how I felt. At one point in our relationship, she wanted to get Promise rings for us, and I told her no need, cuz I can trust her just like she trusts me. So in return, I wrote this song to her as my promise song, ring, what ever you want to call it. Even though we’re not together anymore, I put this video up for people that can relate to this song, not story, but song. STORY BEHIND SONG: Have you ever felt like the one your with is truly the one/ could be the one? Have you ever felt like you are truly lucky to be the girl/ guy that is dating/ going out with him/ her? Well, I did when I was in love. She was my first true love and I thought she was soo beautiful. I hope you like this song and can relate to it! FACEBOOK MUSIC PAGE: www.facebook.com MYSPACE MUSIC PAGE: www.myspace.com TWITTER PAGE: twitter.com REVERBNATION PAGE: www.reverbnation.com FORMSPRING …