Kaleohano, a name meaning the voice (of) authority and respect, is the title of a song written by Louis Moon Kauakahi.[1] The song has been performed by Israel Kamakawiwoʻole[2] and by the Mākaha Sons of Niʻihau.[3]
For the lyrics, and the English translation of the song, please visit reference #2.
- Kaleohano, as mentioned above, is a name that means the voice of authority and respect. The song was written as a tribute to Richard Kuakini “Piggy” Kaleohano, a musician and sound man who lived on Hawaiian homestead land in Keaukaha, and was a pillar of the native community there.
- Keaukaha means the passing current, and is referring to the homestead land in Hilo, Hawaiʻi.
- Mauna Kea means White Mountain and refers to a 13,796' dormant volcano on the island of Hawaiʻi. It is the highest point in the state of Hawai'i.
References
- ^ "ʻUkulele Strummer's Handbook". Archived from the original on 2007-05-06. Retrieved 2007-04-15.
- ^ IZ: The Man and his music
- ^ "ʻUkulele Strummer's Handbook". Archived from the original on 2007-05-06. Retrieved 2007-04-15.
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