|
Added: Apr 26, 2008
From: DanielaVideoProducti
Duration: 3:39
Music Video Tribute be sure to watch Iz tribute 'Hawaiian Like Me' http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p6JG9lzdGN0 download here http://www.myspace.com/danielavideo 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 reggae), Iz remains one of the major influences in Hawaiian music over the last 15 years. Israel's recording of "Over the Rainbow/What a Wonderful World" reached #12 on Billboard's Hot Digital Tracks chart the week of 1/31/04 (for the survey week ending 1/18/04), possibly due to its use in the Adam Sandler film 50 First Dates, and the Brad Pitt film Meet Joe Black. In 2006, a version of "Somewhere Over the Rainbow", in an arrangement based on Iz', was performed by The Worthless Peons in "My Way Home", the 100th episode of Scrubs, over the closing montage. A recording of the same song by Iz was used in the closing scenes of the final episode of Life on Mars (TV Series). It is also a featured song in the movie Finding Forrester. In 2002, the song was used to powerful effect in the closing scenes of Anthony Edwards' last appearance in ER as Dr. Mark Greene, in the episode "On the Beach". On week 8 of American Idol (season 7), Jason Castro performed his own version of this song except that he left out the "What a Wonderful World" line, but still gave credit to Israel for the song. DEATH: Throughout the later part of his life, Iz was obese and at one point carried 758 pounds (344 kg) on his 6 feet 2 inches (1.9 m) frame. He endured several hospitalizations and died of weight-related respiratory illness on June 26, 1997 at 12:18 am at the age of 38. The Hawaiʻi State Flag flew at half-staff on July 10, 1997, the day of Iz's funeral. His koa wood coffin lay in state at the Capitol building in Honolulu. He was the third person in Hawaiian history to be accorded this honor (the other two were Governor John A. Burns and Senator Spark Matsunaga) and the only non-politician. Over 10,000 people attended his funeral. Thousands of fans gathered and cheered as his ashes were scattered into the Pacific Ocean at Mākua Beach on July 12, 1997. On September 20, 2003, hundreds paid tribute to Iz as a 200-pound bronze bust of the revered singer was unveiled at the Waianae Neighborhood Community Center on O'ahu. The singer's widow, Marlene Kamakawiwo'ole, and sculptor Jan-Michelle Sawyer were present for the dedication ceremony.
Channel: Travel
Tags: israel kamakawiwo'ole over rainbow somewhere the
HLMads Says:
Jan 8, 2009 - Wow Mati, you should learn how to screw yourself you stupid. The man was a legend.
OvercomerFromFargoND Says:
Jan 8, 2009 - great version of a classic song
Ryzanz Says:
Jan 8, 2009 - Israel Kamakawiwo'ole was a legand so don't diss him he is way better than you haters
SirCrudNoodles Says:
Jan 8, 2009 - I love this song. His appearence surprised me though, but it kind of adds to the songs warmth.
gencomono51 Says:
Jan 8, 2009 - fuck you israel,..fuck juden
scoutyjoebro Says:
Jan 8, 2009 - I dont get it. Judy Garlands is soo much better. hes ok. but hers is the original. by like 70 years. the song was writen in the early 1930's
zunkfunkt Says:
Jan 8, 2009 - judy garland can go suck a left nut and OD on some sleeping pills right after.
toocoolnj321 Says:
Jan 8, 2009 - that is the best song did you know he died
wuillian42 Says:
Jan 8, 2009 - esta cancion es preciosa quisiera saber donde encuentro la letra traducida
closedsession1 Says:
Jan 9, 2009 - He's Hawaiian
Redkinglouie Says:
Jan 9, 2009 - this fat nigger loves sushi.
sk8rniunia1 Says:
Jan 9, 2009 - y r u saying that??
sk8rniunia1 Says:
Jan 9, 2009 - y r u saying that he was a wonderful guy
ballerific420 Says:
Jan 9, 2009 - Cant believe how hateful some of you people are...This man sang a beautiful song and all you can do is talk about his appearance...Sad to see how people act in this world...Well played for this man on this video i remember hearing this a couple years very nicely played...R.I.P my prayers go out to him...
phatmatt1176 Says:
Jan 9, 2009 - i hear what your saying... i never heard of this man or knew he did this song but its probobly the best imitation after judy garland ive ever heard makes my eyes water.
liriskarcha Says:
Jan 9, 2009 - i really love this version, is beautiful really i like!!!
Arival559 Says:
Jan 9, 2009 - DAMN SHUT UP JACKASS I HOPE U DIE!
ericthedead4 Says:
Jan 9, 2009 - from what I heard this guy died and your being and asshole seriously screw off.
pastacreed Says:
Jan 9, 2009 - touched my heart
tehxbeasty Says:
Jan 9, 2009 - Arival, your going to hell :|
mashafasha5 Says:
Jan 9, 2009 - another racist gringo... still eat your fucking shit of hamburgers. the real niggers are you, the wasps. meanwhile, kill yourself like columbine... porqué puta me hago el higado peor del que está... yo espero que se mueran ustedes por obesidad. arival y phatmatt -todo un programa...- e per che cazzo devo scrivere in inglese con della gente il cui 92% degli studenti non conosce nessun paese del nordafrica che si affaccia sul mediterraneo... RIP Kamakawiwo´ole, bellissima canzone
xcrymetyme39x Says:
Jan 9, 2009 - rofl!!!!
ballerific420 Says:
Jan 9, 2009 - Hey dude i agree with you but come on your just going to his lvl now im white and i forgive what you said but let him get whats coming to him in life...
ballerific420 Says:
Jan 9, 2009 - He will be judged one day by the man up stairs and then he will get what he stirred up...Lets remember racism will never stop till we stop judging people by the color of their skin and start by their actions in life we have way to much death on this earth and fighting as it is we must stay humble and keep peace alive before it kills us all..R.I.P Kam!
© Copyright Wordpress testsite • Powered by youtube • Tutti i diritti riservati. www.gerblog.com S.r.l.
Mati009 Says:
Jan 8, 2009 - He Was So Fat He Exploded Im not taking the mik ok im serouis