🌈 Israel Kamakawiwo'ole ➖ 'Over The Rainbow' & 'What A Wonderful World' Medley ➖ 1993 🌈
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Published 2013-05-08
0:00 - Opening
0:37 - Over the rainbow
2:15 - What a wonderful world
3:48 - Over the rainbow
4:37 - Closing
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ENG ► Israel 'IZ' Kamakawiwo'ole (Oahu, 20 May 1959 - Honolulu, 26 June 1997) was an American singer and musician native of Hawaii. It is also known by the pseudonyms Bruddah Iz, or Bradda IZ, or simply IZ.
■ He became famous in 1993 with the release of the record 'Facing Future' containing the medley of the songs 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow' (which was written in 1939 by Harold Arlen with lyrics by EY Harburg, played by Judy Garland and inserted in the column score for the film 'The Wizard of Oz') and 'What a Wonderful World' (standard brought to success by Louis Armstrong) executed in a version with just the ukulele accompaniment, played by the same Kamakawiwo'ole.
This song was included on the soundtracks of several films.
In the latter part of his life, Israel 'IZ' Kamakawiwo'ole suffered from a severe form of obesity, coming to weigh 340 kg being tall 188 cm., which was even more out the contrast between the size of his body and the tiny ukulele played by him.
He died from respiratory problems on 26 June 1997 at the age of 38 years. The whole day, the Hawaiian flag was at half-mast. His body was exposed to the Capitol Building in Honolulu, where more than 10,000 people paid tribute to him.
■ His ashes - as you can see in the video - were scattered in the ocean at Makua Beach.
Iz was nicknamed 'The Good Giant' by his admirers. It is also remembered as being one of the last full-blooded Hawaiians: always smiling and optimistic about him was particularly appreciated the love he felt for his land and his people.
🌈 ITA ► Israel "IZ" Kamakawiwo'ole (Oahu, 20 maggio 1959 - Honolulu, 26 giugno 1997) è stato un cantante e musicista statunitense nativo delle Hawaii. Conosciuto con gli pseudonimi di Bruddah Iz, o Bradda IZ, oppure IZ.
■ È divenuto famoso nel 1993 con la pubblicazione dell'album discografico "Facing Future" contenente il medley delle canzoni "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" e "What a Wonderful World", eseguito in una versione con l'accompagnamento all'ukulele, suonato dallo stesso Kamakawiwo'ole.
"IZ" è morto per problemi respiratori il 26 giugno 1997 all'età di 38 anni. Le sue ceneri - come si vede nel video - furono sparse nell'oceano a Makua Beach.
Iz è stato soprannominato "Gigante buono" dai suoi ammiratori. È ricordato anche per essere stato tra gli ultimi purosangue hawaiani: sempre sorridente e ottimista, di lui fu particolarmente apprezzato l'amore che nutriva per la sua terra
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All Comments (21)
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I lost my wife of 44 years last year, she spent 27 days in the hospital. at the end she was pretty much unconscious but I would put my phone by her ear and play this song and some times get a little smile out of her.
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Played this at my son's funeral 6 years ago, he was 28, today is his birthday.
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I am 6 months pregnant and I play/ sing this to my daughter almost every night. I feel her kick every time. I can’t wait to continue to play this beautiful song to her after she’s born🥲🥰💓
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Where have I been, I am 64 and just hearing this young man's music. I cry everytime I am blown away, I play his music daily and I was sadden when I realized he passed. Well young man you are awesome and I am sorry you had to leave us so early...blessings to his family and I am so sorry, his talent is beyond measure...❤🙏😊🌈🌺🌼
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My dear husband passed away on July 9, 2023. Right before he passed he said he heard this song and it relaxed him. He said he knew now why I loved the song. He passed away a day and half after telling me this. This was the only song I played at his funeral. 😭 We were together almost 35 years and had 7 Children.
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His 61st birthday is tomorrow. He passed away at age 38. I wish Israel Kamakawiwoʻole a happy birthday, because he’s still around in spirit.
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May you RIP my friend. Thanks for the beautiful music while you were with us.
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He passed away the same year I came to Hawaii at a military spouse..I didn't understand the impact this wonderful soul had on Hawaiian music..his beautiful voice will never die..God rest his soul in heaven..as we are all on our final journey in life..let's all love and not hate each other..God bless everyone..amen..life is precious I lost an aunt here in GA only 72 years young just a few weeks ago...life is precious..don't waste time being angry..forget the past..and just be happy amen
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He is not dead he is somewhere over the rainbow 🌈❤️ This man was not fat he was just full of love Still listening to this in 2020. Great voice. Who else agrees
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Played this at my son's funeral, July 19th 2020. Joshua was 30 yrs, 11months and two meeks old. Today is my birthday and I'm so sad, my heart shattered that day...this is one of the firsts I've been dreading.. Can't stop living , but don't know how to really ..live without him. Need a miracle ❣ I love you joshie. stay beautiful.
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This song has such heart and soul. Makes me wish I could go over the Rainbow. Kuddos to the singer for his lovely voice.
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Louis Armstrong "what a wonderful world" i love this song si much!. Yes, we need a peaceful, lovely and wonderful World!🙏⭐👍❤️👍.
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My daughter and I came to Maui because we heard IZ sing this song. It drew us to Hawaii. My daughter died 7 months ago of cancer. She was placed in the Pacific Ocean. Thank you IZ for bringing us here!
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I lost my wife after 103 days to leukemia. We played this at her service. I still cry when I hear this.
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I'm pregnant with a surprise 4th child. I play this for him every day. My dad and my sister know how to play this on the ukulele so I'm hoping he recognizes it once he's born❤
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My beautiful son Aaron played this lovely song for me a few years ago when my incredibly loving parents and best friend and brother had all just passed on. It touched my heart very deeply then that my young man was so touched by it, that he recognised and knew too that it would make me smile with gratitude for what we had in our very missed family members... There is no better blessing in this world than the true and genuine love some of us are so fortunate to share with others and our family... I wish that for everyone.. And may this special artist and musician rest in piece knowing he gave the world something very unique and special when he gave us this song. God bless Israel and his family always ..
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My husband loved this version of 'Over the Rainbow" Listening always makes me cry and hope that they're both in a better place.
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Im reading comments of people saying they're still listening to this song in 2023. This song is not one that will ever be forgotten and will be played year around. Listened to this song a few days ago and it made smile and cry. Smile because it takes me back to the islands while im fighting traffic or just having a bad day. Crying because this song just does that to you. Its just a beautiful song sang by a beautiful soul. Have a beautiful day everyone 🥰🥰
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My wife passed away December the last year en she love this song. I MISS YOU GOSHA. 😢
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An angel sent from God. Thank you Israel, you are deeply missed. Your voice was magic.
