I'm an Aussie bloke through and through, watching these performances moved me to tears, the emotion, spirit, passion and power from these amazing people is still so moving. Much respect and love to our brothers and sisters in the NZ. Except when it's world cup time, you understand :)
Chur brother top comment, thanks on behalf of all Māori also yes we understand somewhat, we just don’t know what it’s like to lose as often as you guys 😂
I am South African born, now a New Zealand citizen for close to 20 years. I found the haka an immense spiritual experience. If you are privileged to be part of a event where a haka is performed you will feel the power and emotion. Respect.
I agree with you anaru it's cool when outsiders get to look in only thing I dont agree with is that list I actually hate it when a title of a video says greatest haka and then It comes up with a video of the all blacks butchering it... you wanna see a good haka ..here are some names of some professional kapa haka groups who the people in the groups live for our culture and would never show a diluted version of them selves (authenticity only) #te waka huia #te pikikotuku #te rangiura o wairarapa #whangara mai Tawhiti
When my time comes I'd rather be sent off by a haka than a prayer any day! The deep primal energy you feel just watching them perform is truly awesome to behold! RESPECT!!!
@@violetkumarina3699 the doctrine of discovery was used to subdue all the heathens worldwide, indoctrinate and most cases killed and that included Maori oh and christianise
My husband loves rugby and as I don't watch any sport in general I always make a run to watch the Haka, it's so moving, traditional, primal. Words cannot explain it, I just love it. And I was born in Greece! Not sure what draws me to watch it perhaps the tradition and the meaning behind it that just moves me. And for anyone who hanse been to NZ, it's truly breathtaking, once people can travel again it's my next trip.
Right! I understand you completely! It’s almost something primal in me that comes out when I see the warriors perform haka. It would be amazing to see it in person as well, for sure my next trip is to New Zealand once this is all over. It’s very much a bucket list performance for me so hopefully one day soon!
The lady in the wedding video her name is Aaliyah Armstrong and she is one of my mates and I am proud to say that she was in every way proud of her husband friends family and her filter on her very special wedding day :)))
Wow that’s remarkable! Shoutout to her for allowing this to be filmed and shared with me and everyone else, I get the chills everytime I watch that one and can only imagine what it was like for her on her special day!
Kia ora Kurtyflo. I never comment on youtube, but I want to say how much I respect your integrity and eloquence. It's clearly a case of a man who knows danger and comradeship responding to it. The haka, depending on circumstances, is always a challenge but is also a mark of deep respect and an expression of belonging. Good on you, mate. Simon from NZ
Ah thank you Simon I appreciate your support! The deep respect is what draws me to this because you have to have a healthy respect for your enemy whether in battle or not and how deep rooted the culture is as a whole is soo captivating. Thank you from America.
My commander was maori when I was stationed in ft hood. We would practice the Hakka every Friday for PT. When we received marching orders in 04 to go to Baghdad, Comanche Troop, first of the seventh cavalry preformed it for the 1 Cav commander as we left for our destiny. We preformed it as well in Baghdad on several occasions. Mostly before our most dangerous missions.
Seeing a Haka on a screen is one thing. . Seeing it in the flesh is a COMPLETELY other level. It will send shivers down your spine, raise goosebumps on your body and overwhelm you with the charged emotion that pours out. Once seen up close you will never forget it. . Thoroughly reccommend it as a life experience.
I hadn't seen a comment mentioning it so I just thought I'd let you know that many Polynesians share cultural & linguistic similarities. So Jason Momoa is from Hawaii but the traditional name for Hawaiians is Kānaka Maoli and the language they speak is 'ōlelo Hawai'i. In te reo Māori our word for speaking/talking is korero and 'korero Māori' is a pretty common phrase for speaking te reo. We use an R in place of an L but many poly nations use the L instead. Like in Samoa the number 2 is lua but in te reo it's rua. Anyway, awesome video! Really enjoyed and appreciated your interest in our culture 😁
Spent a large portion of my childhood living in christchurch nz. played rugby for years makes me buzz with adrénaline even today years after the fact i just wana grab a ball and have a run
Sounds like you were living the dream at a young age! Must have been awesome growing up and playin rugby in New Zealand, shouts to you! I get that same feeling when I think about basketball and growing up playin in the driveway!
History states that Romney the Desert Fox stated to Hitler, "if you want me to Win you this War, give me One Maori Battalion"... and I'll get it done...
@@h8evil685 yep that's a famous quote from Rommel, and it varies depending on who you talk to. There's a version that quotes him as saying "If I'd had one division of Māori, I would have taken the canal in a week. If I'd had three, I'd have taken Baghdad."
The Maori Battalion featured in the battle of 42nd street in Crete. Out of ammo along with other NZ and commonwealth battalions they fixed bayonets. The Maori battalion started a haka. The leader without his traditional patu (greenstone or bone flat bladed club) would jump out of cover and do the haka in full view of the Germans waving a Bren gun magazine. He would jump Down out Of sight to reappear elsewhere and continue. It’s not known which unit started the bayonet charge but no doubt they were all whipped into a frenzy by the haka. When the charge came the Germans intimidated by the haka ran. I seem to recall of that charge the commonwealth forces only lost two or three men? The charge was the one of the few victories they had in Crete before they were forced to retreat and be evacuated to Egypt. My wife’s grandfather served in the Maori Battalion in Africa. Despite the fierce warrior spirit He came home Damaged. He died before I came along. I would have loved to have met him.
Kiwi here. Quite fascinating to watch your reaction, as a soldier, to the haka. This was used as a kind of tool by Maori warriors to get the adrenaline going before battle. It brought down the "red mist" of fury and made them invincible in battle. They are invoking the wrath of Tumatuenga, (Tu) the God of War when they do the haka. Literally, bringing down the wrath of Tu. I see it called to you.
Melanie Crispin thanks! The “Red Mist” of fury sounds powerful just saying it, I can imagine being able to take part in the Haka and feeling it move thru you. it definitely called me seeing it in person and continues to, everytime I watch the Haka I get chills. I hope to travel out and be able to see the real thing one day!
i believe this was for a well respected teacher whom demonstrated through his years in the front ranks of young boys lives .. that there is a place for each and every one of them young men in the front ranks of their own adult male lives. Kia kaha Matua!
Yes if coarse, your country, your people, your culture is one I have so much respect for and yes you’re right, the size of the fight in the dog not the size of the dog in the fight, I agree!
The all blacks vs the aussies start shows showing them each doing their Trible stands and performance are so impowering and amazing every single time i watch it
As a new Zealander and seeing the emotion in your face re the HAKA and wanting to know more about it is awesome to see and feel the mana of the people KIA KAHA bro hope that you get to come to nz and see and All Black rugby game
The energy that these bring, its so different. Yes it is some extreme energy with intense emotions, but they always bring me so much excitement and some of the ones i´ve watched worked me up quite a lot, even to the point at which i did shed some tears. I´m so glad to have learned about it.
"The Haka"...Its very much summed up as.......Take your place....hold that space. i love that even though youre not Maori or from New Zealand....You get it :-) Awesome upload!!! Thank you
I love watching the haka, I watched Jona lumie funeral haka. It brings tears to my eyes watching the respect that the Maori people have for each other,
That funeral haka is definitely number 1, followed by the wedding. I would never put an All Blacks haka over that funeral haka. That funeral haka and the respect shown is on another level. You absolutely know the ground was shaking.
Just to give you a little background into a few of those Haka's you watched...No.5 was given to Maori UFC fighter Mark Hunt before one of his fights inside the octagon (you can see him standing there on the right of the cage) and number 3 was from the funeral of Jonah Lomu, a real All-Black legend who passed away at the age of only 41 (I think). They're all so emotional and there are plenty of other Haka's on TH-cam to watch and get chills from. They never cease to get my goosebumps going! Incidentally, the last one was before a match with the English (in white). The English team got into a little trouble for seeming not to pay the All-Blacks enough respect, but as an Englishman myself, I can assure you and the world, nothing was further from our intention. Our love and respect for the Maori nation needs no qualification.
I love watching Haka. I started Polynesian dancing at the age of 4. The first time I saw a Haka performed, I was terrified, excited, and mezmorized all at the same time. At 4, I started learning the basic rhythms in Maori dances. By 5 years old, I was performing solo dances with 4 poi balls. I loved it so much. Sometimes I get so lost in that culture that I find myself wishing it were mine. But alas, I am not. I am a half Native American, born and raised in Oregon. My own culture is lost on me, since my father didn't want us to have anything to do with the res. It was only after he died, that I am learning about my own culture. Heck I didn't even know for sure what tribe I'm supposed to belong to. I grew up thinking I was Polynesian. I even got into an argument with my teacher over it when I was 12! LOL. Anyway, I really enjoyed your reaction. I too am former military and have a deep love for this culture of the Maori people. Keep up the great work bro.
I like that New Zealand as a whole has embraced the Maori culture and Maori have shared their culture with the rest of New Zealand. As the first nation people of New Zealand, Maori have had to struggle since being colonised for the way New Zealand is now, however, there is still a way to go given the statistics that show for example that Maori are over-represented in prison statistics, poor health outcomes etc. However what encourages me is that these issues are recognised by the Government and most citizens, and, work continues to achieve true equality. If you want to see fierce heartfelt hakas check out videos of New Zealand Army personnel overseas. As a Kiwi overseas the haka makes me homesick and proud at the same time.
Bro thanks so much for that. The Haka from New Zealand is Moari and most well known throughout the world. Actually a lot of the Polynesians through out the Pacific have their own Hakas for their people which explains why Jason Mamoa also performs it. He is going back to his roots. Doing the Haka is a bit indescribable. Yes it has heaps of passion, but theres so much more to it like drawing on strength inside, connecting with your roots, culture and ancestors, its primal and spiritual, its respect and honor for your loved one or VIP, brave defiance to your adversaries ... and more. It is something else and sends chills down your spine. Even now, high schools perform their Hakas before their Rugby games. At my high school, you'd see a couple hundred students perform the haka at the same time once every year for our own competition and it was so loud, raw, powerful and mind blowing. Definitely unforgettable and a special treasure of our Culture. Kia Kaha e Kia Ora.
When you stood in respect to watch our Haka, I thought to myself, this is an honorable/spiritual man. You felt something huh.. You're welcome at my table any day soldier. Respect from Auckland, NZ. Kia Ora. 🙌🏾🇳🇿 (have you watched any NZ army hakas?)
Tiggy 2Timez respect! ✊ shout out to your amazing culture and heritage. You are always welcome at my table as well! I have a couple haka from the New Zealand Army on my channel
Always brings me to tears, and when i lived away from home and saw the Haka it made me incredibly homesick and the tears flowed big time. Happy to have been back home for 15yrs now, i love Aotearoa....Kia Kaha! everyone
Jason Momoa has tons of respect for the Haka. Temuera Morrison who is Maori plays his father in Aquaman. In the movie the greet each other with a hongi. A traditional greeting where they press noses and forehead. So Aquaman's dad is Maori.
Louie Ramirez dang! that’s soo lit! Recently That’s been one of my favorite movies so now for sure I gotta rewatch it under that context. Makes complete sense aquaman is Maori. Thanks for sharing that I would have never realized. 💯👍
Respect for appreciating the haka & its cultural significance to the Maori culture n people of New Zealand dude , maybe you where not brought up with it in ur culture, But there is no reason why u cannot use it to channel & encourage support & uplift ur spirit in ur self & others this is its true meaning brother respect 👍🏾🤙🏾
In the war moari being classed as less important were issued with fewer rounds, trapped in a dug out they ran out of bullets, the men dropped there weapons done a haka and charged the German lines, with no weapons other than knifes the Germans surrendered, this his how powerful our people are no retreat
The funeral one, was a teacher at a boys school. The All Blacks are not the only team to do this. The Samoans do, and Fiji. The England squad stood toe to toe one year with them and it erupted BIG TIME. England won that game. A rule was brought in because of that - the opposition cannot step over the halfway line before the first whistle. Also, there is a female call back to the Haka.
In NZ, every sporting club, cultural club, school etc has their own haka so you grow up immersed in a haka of some format. When you perform the haka you feel immense pride for what ever you are representing.
D McN just a footnote to that, all of the schools and teams etc. we’ve been involved with over the years, particularly with our son playing rugby, especially in Māori rep teams, there is a real emphasis on teaching them the meaning of every action and word that is spoken. This is why it holds so much power, it actually has meaning to them so they can perform it with the passion and respect it deserves.
As a Islander. From small Pacific Nations.... The Haka brings great joy and pride for us All Polynesian , Micronesian and Melanesian . Ka Mate Ka Mate 😝
Doesn't matter where you come from, if you want to be apart of our culture, we will back you, we will embrace you, we will lift you, you will be one of us, that's just how we roll
Like Jeeper said. Maori culture, if you seek it out, it will seek you out. It will embrace & adopt you. No lie, you will have whanau (family) here in Aotearoa-New Zealand. But that's not all, it will cause in you a deeper want for your own Whakapapa (heritage), just like it did for Mamoa. You will find you have two families, two places of belonging your birth heritage, and us your adoptive family. Kia ora brother
Greetings from NZ, yes, every All Blacks game they perform the haka. There is also other hakas perform, but are much rarer to see, its usually the "ka Mate" haka that the Abs do, but on special occasions a diiferent haka can be used. Nz isnt the only team to perform a "haka" Tonga and Samoa do too., Most pacific island nations big in rugby do a haka pre match. When NZ plays Tonga both will do a haka. Usually taken in turn, but sometimes opposing team might choose do perform it at the same time. Very interesting subject
I would pay a king’s ransom to watch dueling hakas performed at the same time! I bet that’s epic! Thanks for the knowledge as well! The “ka Mate” is elite!
36 years I lived in NZ and the New Zealand people are truly like no other, unlike most of the British empire the Maori culture has been embraced by non Maori New Zealanders. I am proud to be a New Zealander with a Maori heritage and proud of the New Zealand whanau (translation Family) no matter where you come from, when you come to NZ you become our whanau
You’re right there are no people on earth like the people of New Zealand and the Maori culture is very captivating and the fact that it’s such a strong part of the land to this day is also amazing, I hope I get a chance to visit even for a day it sounds like a truly remarkable place.
I live in Auckland and tend to date American girls. Every one I have taken to Eden Park to watch the All Black team, and the haka brings them to tears, every time.
Kia Ora from New Zealand as a man that has a girlfriend who is maori and has a connection to a tribe I feel privileged to be with such a beautiful wahine (woman) ,I learn alot
Awesome vid bro, living here in NZ and seeing different people of different nations react to the haka is awesome. Keep up the good work. If you get time, check out the haka video made by Beats, it has a great explanation and understanding of the haka and what it means to Aotearoa. Chur
The last Haka was led by Piri Weepu, #9. I would recommend you look for the Haka performed (on You Tube) by Auckland Grammar vs King College. Two Auckland schools, where the whole schools perform their Haka . Also there is a funeral Haka for a sniper, performed by his regiment I will try to find the link for you, but try ‘Army Haka at Waiouru. Kia Kaha broThevsoldiers Haka, can be found on NZ Defence Force, you tube site, just search NZ soldier funeral. The school Haka are on the Sky Sport NZ You Tube sire.
I think music is extremely important in keeping this world together. We all respond to the sound and the beat. Honestly doesn’t matter what language is used.
Was present to witness the NZ Blacksocks mens fastpitch team do their Haka when they were in Saskatoon for the world champs.it wa intense aZ! you can feel the wave of intense energy .Big time mana!
@@KurtyFloLive The fact that you thought it was done for a soldier who died for his country tells you exactly how beloved that teacher was by the thousands of students who sent him off in STYLE.
Teacher was little older than me, but I think it was James Crosswell www.tvnz.co.nz/one-news/new-zealand/watch-palmerston-north-boys-high-students-farewell-beloved-teacher-died-cancer-emotional-haka RIP mate
Being Scottish, i find there are many similarities between new zealanders and us(specifically during war periods spanning centuries) .have so much respect and love for the haka . Great reaction. 👏
Always makes me cry when I watch the funeral Haka especially these young men at school that are from all walks of life that stand side by side to perform tribute to their principle. The love and respect they have as each haka is performed from each party is a testament of our love for our culture.
The Number 3 Haka was a send off for a Deceased Headmaster at the School and the whole School took part as a way of sending off to the next world a muched Loved Headmaster.
Every game the All Blacks play, they perform a Haka. The captain chooses the Haka they will do, and chooses who will lead it.. it is used for war, funerals, weddings, birthdays, any special event... I left my beautiful country (N.Z) 35 years ago... but I hate missing any event with the Haka.
Having the haka performed to me and my team mates when playing Australian School Boys Cricket vs NZ and then Australian Schoolboys Football (soccer) was one of the 2 greatest moments of my sporting life. It gave me energy to watch it and i was with them while they were doing it. Its intimidating at first but if you cant be pumped after seeing it in front of you you dont deserve to be on the field !
Yes, He is a Native Hawaiian but proud of his Polynesian roots that connected to the other islands. He is of German, a bit of Native American and Irish from Mum.
As an Aussie we love our nz brothers and sisters. Want a good time? Go to a Maori backyard bbq (hunggi). They are the most welcoming, generous and fun-loving people on earth. We wish we had the Haka here but it is disrespectful to do so if you are not from nz.
Mark H I love your sentiment, it’s great. On the lighter side, there is a comedic haka for our Aussie neighbours, although a little hard to put in print, it starts with an Aussie swatting flies and ends with him patting his pockets for his non existent wallet when it’s his turn to shout... probably have to see it to enjoy it, but a little kiwi humour you might enjoy 😊.
When I was at the Hunggi I asked the chief if I could try a little bit of something, and he said "no, you can have a lot cuz!" and he served ME with a huge helping of the food. Their concept of community is completely opposite to the greedy heirarchical European version. In nz, everyone is taken care of. It's excellent.
I'm an Aussie bloke through and through, watching these performances moved me to tears, the emotion, spirit, passion and power from these amazing people is still so moving. Much respect and love to our brothers and sisters in the NZ. Except when it's world cup time, you understand :)
Sure do my brother love you guys
Thank Christ I was not the only one mate
Best comment I’ve ever reed
Bro... Always
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Chur brother top comment, thanks on behalf of all Māori also yes we understand somewhat, we just don’t know what it’s like to lose as often as you guys 😂
I am South African born, now a New Zealand citizen for close to 20 years. I found the haka an immense spiritual experience. If you are privileged to be part of a event where a haka is performed you will feel the power and emotion. Respect.
Proud to be a Maori and ARMY Veteran, thanks brother for this video. Brothers in Arms my bro.
Brother! Thank you for your service and much respect to your homeland and your culture! Brothers in Arms always bro!
@@KurtyFloLive Thanks brother, take care.
Even as an Aussie I love to watch the haka, very intense and good to see kiwis keep it after all them years and still going strong 💪 respect
me too my mum is a kiwi I love it
ANZACS all day
@@looking8030 🇦🇺 🇳🇿 🙏🏼 we are lucky and free ✌🏻
Thanks cuz, That’s love my bro 💯
Much respect Aussie
As a Maori I love the respect you have for my culture kia ora bro.
Anaru Emery thanks, you have an amazing culture and I have all the respect in the world for the Maori people. I’m glad you liked the video as well.
I am from Greece and i respect the maori culture
I agree with you anaru it's cool when outsiders get to look in only thing I dont agree with is that list I actually hate it when a title of a video says greatest haka and then It comes up with a video of the all blacks butchering it... you wanna see a good haka ..here are some names of some professional kapa haka groups who the people in the groups live for our culture and would never show a diluted version of them selves (authenticity only)
#te waka huia
#te pikikotuku
#te rangiura o wairarapa
#whangara mai Tawhiti
Hard ay my brother Anaru big respect to the bro chur brother keep it up
I know what you mean cuz
thanks
When my time comes I'd rather be sent off by a haka than a prayer any day! The deep primal energy you feel just watching them perform is truly awesome to behold! RESPECT!!!
100! well said! i feel the same way! Respect!
Bro, prayer always come before a haka, actually before anything in our Maori culture. Amene
@@violetkumarina3699 the doctrine of discovery was used to subdue all the heathens worldwide, indoctrinate and most cases killed and that included Maori oh and christianise
Really appreciate that you took the time to inform yourself about the meaning and history of the haka.
S hey thanks! I appreciate that, the history of the haka is the most important part and I’m glad I’m able to learn about the culture everyday.
I agree 100%, I've watched a lot of videos of people reacting to the Haka but never knowing what it means or how it originated.
My husband loves rugby and as I don't watch any sport in general I always make a run to watch the Haka, it's so moving, traditional, primal. Words cannot explain it, I just love it. And I was born in Greece! Not sure what draws me to watch it perhaps the tradition and the meaning behind it that just moves me. And for anyone who hanse been to NZ, it's truly breathtaking, once people can travel again it's my next trip.
Right! I understand you completely! It’s almost something primal in me that comes out when I see the warriors perform haka. It would be amazing to see it in person as well, for sure my next trip is to New Zealand once this is all over. It’s very much a bucket list performance for me so hopefully one day soon!
Go lovely girl I'm very proud to be able to represent my country and also had the opportunity to play with Johna Lomu
The lady in the wedding video her name is Aaliyah Armstrong and she is one of my mates and I am proud to say that she was in every way proud of her husband friends family and her filter on her very special wedding day :)))
Wow that’s remarkable! Shoutout to her for allowing this to be filmed and shared with me and everyone else, I get the chills everytime I watch that one and can only imagine what it was like for her on her special day!
Kia ora Kurtyflo. I never comment on youtube, but I want to say how much I respect your integrity and eloquence. It's clearly a case of a man who knows danger and comradeship responding to it. The haka, depending on circumstances, is always a challenge but is also a mark of deep respect and an expression of belonging. Good on you, mate. Simon from NZ
Ah thank you Simon I appreciate your support! The deep respect is what draws me to this because you have to have a healthy respect for your enemy whether in battle or not and how deep rooted the culture is as a whole is soo captivating. Thank you from America.
Sick video bro, the basketball Haka was amazing but the funeral Haka had me.... absolutely had me, fighting back the tears as I watch in awe.
My commander was maori when I was stationed in ft hood. We would practice the Hakka every Friday for PT. When we received marching orders in 04 to go to Baghdad, Comanche Troop, first of the seventh cavalry preformed it for the 1 Cav commander as we left for our destiny. We preformed it as well in Baghdad on several occasions. Mostly before our most dangerous missions.
Seeing a Haka on a screen is one thing. . Seeing it in the flesh is a COMPLETELY other level.
It will send shivers down your spine, raise goosebumps on your body and overwhelm you with the charged emotion that pours out.
Once seen up close you will never forget it. .
Thoroughly reccommend it as a life experience.
I hadn't seen a comment mentioning it so I just thought I'd let you know that many Polynesians share cultural & linguistic similarities. So Jason Momoa is from Hawaii but the traditional name for Hawaiians is Kānaka Maoli and the language they speak is 'ōlelo Hawai'i. In te reo Māori our word for speaking/talking is korero and 'korero Māori' is a pretty common phrase for speaking te reo. We use an R in place of an L but many poly nations use the L instead. Like in Samoa the number 2 is lua but in te reo it's rua. Anyway, awesome video! Really enjoyed and appreciated your interest in our culture 😁
Spent a large portion of my childhood living in christchurch nz. played rugby for years makes me buzz with adrénaline even today years after the fact i just wana grab a ball and have a run
Sounds like you were living the dream at a young age! Must have been awesome growing up and playin rugby in New Zealand, shouts to you! I get that same feeling when I think about basketball and growing up playin in the driveway!
The Maori Battallion use to perform a haka before each battle during WW2 and were the highest decorated battallion during the War.
Batholamew Ryland wow I could imagine being there at that time! True warriors
History states that Romney the Desert Fox stated to Hitler, "if you want me to Win you this War, give me One Maori Battalion"... and I'll get it done...
@@h8evil685 yep that's a famous quote from Rommel, and it varies depending on who you talk to. There's a version that quotes him as saying "If I'd had one division of Māori, I would have taken the canal in a week. If I'd had three, I'd have taken Baghdad."
The Maori Battalion featured in the battle of 42nd street in Crete. Out of ammo along with other NZ and commonwealth battalions they fixed bayonets. The Maori battalion started a haka. The leader without his traditional patu (greenstone or bone flat bladed club) would jump out of cover and do the haka in full view of the Germans waving a Bren gun magazine. He would jump Down out Of sight to reappear elsewhere and continue. It’s not known which unit started the bayonet charge but no doubt they were all whipped into a frenzy by the haka. When the charge came the Germans intimidated by the haka ran. I seem to recall of that charge the commonwealth forces only lost two or three men? The charge was the one of the few victories they had in Crete before they were forced to retreat and be evacuated to Egypt. My wife’s grandfather served in the Maori Battalion in Africa. Despite the fierce warrior spirit He came home Damaged. He died before I came along. I would have loved to have met him.
@@AnticipatedDay We need to lobby NZ film makers to make a movie on the Maori Battalion
Kiwi here. Quite fascinating to watch your reaction, as a soldier, to the haka. This was used as a kind of tool by Maori warriors to get the adrenaline going before battle. It brought down the "red mist" of fury and made them invincible in battle. They are invoking the wrath of Tumatuenga, (Tu) the God of War when they do the haka. Literally, bringing down the wrath of Tu. I see it called to you.
Melanie Crispin thanks! The “Red Mist” of fury sounds powerful just saying it, I can imagine being able to take part in the Haka and feeling it move thru you. it definitely called me seeing it in person and continues to, everytime I watch the Haka I get chills. I hope to travel out and be able to see the real thing one day!
Kia Ora bro.. thank you for showing love for us Maori and all kiwis of Aotearoa’s New Zealand
Ahh thanks I appreciate that, all the respect in the world for you, the Maori culture, and everyone in New Zealand! Shout out to your great Land!
i believe this was for a well respected teacher whom demonstrated through his years in the front ranks of young boys lives .. that there is a place for each and every one of them young men in the front ranks of their own adult male lives. Kia kaha Matua!
The school is an all boys school located in Palmerston North, I can’t remember who the teacher was as you saw he was clearly loved by many.
I'm almost sure it was a school teacher and the teachers and all the boys honoured him the best way possible xxxxx
That school Hall Haka for the teacher got lots of respect here in SA, was a beautiful farewell to their teacher.
I can see you welling up, soldiers recognize soldiers. Death before dishonor. Thank you
yes it gets me either time lol
I love your Mana bro.
Thanks for putting our country out there.
Like you said.
We might be small but we are mighty!
Yes if coarse, your country, your people, your culture is one I have so much respect for and yes you’re right, the size of the fight in the dog not the size of the dog in the fight, I agree!
The all blacks vs the aussies start shows showing them each doing their Trible stands and performance are so impowering and amazing every single time i watch it
i totally agree 100!
Thanks for respecting our Culture and feeling it the way we do!
I appreciate that very much thanks.
As a new Zealander and seeing the emotion in your face re the HAKA and wanting to know more about it is awesome to see and feel the mana of the people KIA KAHA bro hope that you get to come to nz and see and All Black rugby game
Kia ora. Thanks bro for loving our tradition. As an serviceman like you, its humbling that you appreciate our proud New Zealand heritage.
Good on you for taking the time to understand it. I think you need a trip to NZ!
Number three was the principal of Palmerston North Boys High School, with his students performing their haka for him to send him off.
The energy that these bring, its so different. Yes it is some extreme energy with intense emotions, but they always bring me so much excitement and some of the ones i´ve watched worked me up quite a lot, even to the point at which i did shed some tears. I´m so glad to have learned about it.
"The Haka"...Its very much summed up as.......Take your place....hold that space. i love that even though youre not Maori or from New Zealand....You get it :-) Awesome upload!!! Thank you
Syndi thank you I appreciate your kind words.
I love watching the haka, I watched Jona lumie funeral haka. It brings tears to my eyes watching the respect that the Maori people have for each other,
Simply beautiful. May the creator of all things bless you...
God bless you bro with that knowledge with understanding into our Maori culture.
That funeral haka is definitely number 1, followed by the wedding. I would never put an All Blacks haka over that funeral haka. That funeral haka and the respect shown is on another level. You absolutely know the ground was shaking.
Just to give you a little background into a few of those Haka's you watched...No.5 was given to Maori UFC fighter Mark Hunt before one of his fights inside the octagon (you can see him standing there on the right of the cage) and number 3 was from the funeral of Jonah Lomu, a real All-Black legend who passed away at the age of only 41 (I think). They're all so emotional and there are plenty of other Haka's on TH-cam to watch and get chills from. They never cease to get my goosebumps going! Incidentally, the last one was before a match with the English (in white). The English team got into a little trouble for seeming not to pay the All-Blacks enough respect, but as an Englishman myself, I can assure you and the world, nothing was further from our intention. Our love and respect for the Maori nation needs no qualification.
Hunt is not Maori but Samoan.
@@crashstitches79 Cheers.
Daym bro I've been away from home for too long now. Thank you for the reaction. Easy sub right here
Thanks I appreciate the support!
King's college 2016 haha was THE greatest Haka I have ever seen. The energy was OFF THE HOOK. Burned in mu brain forever
Really! I could only imagine, is there a video of it on the net somewhere I'd love to react to it as well!
@@KurtyFloLive yes sir, I will grab it for you.
@@KurtyFloLive just high school boys but powerful young warriors that put most kids to shame
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@@ruby-rose5729 thank you!
@@KurtyFloLive No worries mate 😉
I love watching Haka. I started Polynesian dancing at the age of 4. The first time I saw a Haka performed, I was terrified, excited, and mezmorized all at the same time. At 4, I started learning the basic rhythms in Maori dances. By 5 years old, I was performing solo dances with 4 poi balls. I loved it so much. Sometimes I get so lost in that culture that I find myself wishing it were mine. But alas, I am not. I am a half Native American, born and raised in Oregon. My own culture is lost on me, since my father didn't want us to have anything to do with the res. It was only after he died, that I am learning about my own culture. Heck I didn't even know for sure what tribe I'm supposed to belong to. I grew up thinking I was Polynesian. I even got into an argument with my teacher over it when I was 12! LOL. Anyway, I really enjoyed your reaction. I too am former military and have a deep love for this culture of the Maori people. Keep up the great work bro.
Kia ora brother
Nau mai haere mai. I definitely suggest coming to NZ when you have the chance and experiencing our beautiful culture and food In person.
Thanks! Yes one day soon I hope to be in New Zealand I am truly captivated by your land and culture and I can only imagine how amazing the food is!
@@KurtyFloLive A lot of seafood and our main attraction is a hangi which is like a roast but cooked in the ground so has a real smokey taste to it :),
@@tylahoc9271 whoa i love seafood but cooked in the ground roast is next level! I gotta try it
9:48 I believe this Haka was performed by Palmerston North Boys High School to send off a very respected teacher.
To perform a Haka to someone us the upmost love and respect to that person or people. It’s so moving and powerful.
Proud Maori and Thank You for the Love to a piece of our Cultural History of the Haka..
I love the haka. I'm an Aussie n I love watching it. 👍👍👍🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🦘🦘🦘
Same! I’m new to the Haka but it is truly aw-inspiring
I like that New Zealand as a whole has embraced the Maori culture and Maori have shared their culture with the rest of New Zealand. As the first nation people of New Zealand, Maori have had to struggle since being colonised for the way New Zealand is now, however, there is still a way to go given the statistics that show for example that Maori are over-represented in prison statistics, poor health outcomes etc. However what encourages me is that these issues are recognised by the Government and most citizens, and, work continues to achieve true equality. If you want to see fierce heartfelt hakas check out videos of New Zealand Army personnel overseas. As a Kiwi overseas the haka makes me homesick and proud at the same time.
Bro thanks so much for that. The Haka from New Zealand is Moari and most well known throughout the world. Actually a lot of the Polynesians through out the Pacific have their own Hakas for their people which explains why Jason Mamoa also performs it. He is going back to his roots. Doing the Haka is a bit indescribable. Yes it has heaps of passion, but theres so much more to it like drawing on strength inside, connecting with your roots, culture and ancestors, its primal and spiritual, its respect and honor for your loved one or VIP, brave defiance to your adversaries ... and more. It is something else and sends chills down your spine. Even now, high schools perform their Hakas before their Rugby games. At my high school, you'd see a couple hundred students perform the haka at the same time once every year for our own competition and it was so loud, raw, powerful and mind blowing. Definitely unforgettable and a special treasure of our Culture. Kia Kaha e Kia Ora.
When you stood in respect to watch our Haka, I thought to myself, this is an honorable/spiritual man. You felt something huh.. You're welcome at my table any day soldier.
Respect from Auckland, NZ. Kia Ora. 🙌🏾🇳🇿
(have you watched any NZ army hakas?)
Tiggy 2Timez respect! ✊ shout out to your amazing culture and heritage. You are always welcome at my table as well! I have a couple haka from the New Zealand Army on my channel
I love your passion and respect for the haka my friend, thanks.
Thank you. I really appreciate that
Numder 3 was a school farewell to their school Principal there are New Zealand Defence Force Haka well worth a look
thanks bro from NZ ;)
Thanks! shout out to you and all of New Zealand!
Always brings me to tears, and when i lived away from home and saw the Haka it made me incredibly homesick and the tears flowed big time. Happy to have been back home for 15yrs now, i love Aotearoa....Kia Kaha! everyone
Andree Maree ah it gets me every time! I get the chills I can imagine being in Aotearoa and watching the haka performance
Jason Momoa has tons of respect for the Haka. Temuera Morrison who is Maori plays his father in Aquaman. In the movie the greet each other with a hongi. A traditional greeting where they press noses and forehead. So Aquaman's dad is Maori.
Louie Ramirez dang! that’s soo lit! Recently That’s been one of my favorite movies so now for sure I gotta rewatch it under that context. Makes complete sense aquaman is Maori. Thanks for sharing that I would have never realized. 💯👍
Jason Momoa completed a artist haka. A spiritual one goes much deeper. Big difference. He would have been taught to honour the difference hopefully.
Aquaman's dad is also Boba Fett.
I remember that third one. I was across the road doing shopping and when I came outside I just heard this powerful roaring. Goosebumps
I was hooked the first time I saw the Haka, be it at a wedding, funeral celebration, and done by the Army in New Zealand!
Same! The first time I watched it it moved me and I’ve been hooked since lol
Haka is a beautiful thing to watch
Respect for appreciating the haka & its cultural significance to the Maori culture n people of New Zealand dude , maybe you where not brought up with it in ur culture, But there is no reason why u cannot use it to channel & encourage support & uplift ur spirit in ur self & others this is its true meaning brother respect 👍🏾🤙🏾
thank you it really does speak to my soul everytime and i just want the world to experience it as well! Respect PT i appreciate you!
In the war moari being classed as less important were issued with fewer rounds, trapped in a dug out they ran out of bullets, the men dropped there weapons done a haka and charged the German lines, with no weapons other than knifes the Germans surrendered, this his how powerful our people are no retreat
Kane rafn2 wow! That’s powerful! It’s such a moving act that I see why it folded the Germans
The Maori Battalion went down in history for their bravery. They are still respected & thanked in Europe today.
In WW2 Rommel said "he would use the Australians to invade hell & the New Zealanders to hold it".
True, Maori are the backbone of the NZ Armed Services without a doubt
Chunuk bair, amazing last stand in ww1
you should see the one at the school in newzeeland where the headmaster retired and all the kids did a haka for him
The funeral one, was a teacher at a boys school.
The All Blacks are not the only team to do this. The Samoans do, and Fiji.
The England squad stood toe to toe one year with them and it erupted BIG TIME. England won that game. A rule was brought in because of that - the opposition cannot step over the halfway line before the first whistle.
Also, there is a female call back to the Haka.
The funeral one was at Palmerston North Boys High School
Hi new sub here from New Zealand, just popping in to say thank you for your reaction to our culture.
Thanks! I really appreciate your support! Shout out to you and your culture ya’ll are amazing!
In NZ, every sporting club, cultural club, school etc has their own haka so you grow up immersed in a haka of some format. When you perform the haka you feel immense pride for what ever you are representing.
th-cam.com/video/xN9mdv-4DJE/w-d-xo.html&feature=share For the Sipi tau (Tongan) Vs haka (NZ). Intense.
D McN just a footnote to that, all of the schools and teams etc. we’ve been involved with over the years, particularly with our son playing rugby, especially in Māori rep teams, there is a real emphasis on teaching them the meaning of every action and word that is spoken. This is why it holds so much power, it actually has meaning to them so they can perform it with the passion and respect it deserves.
As a Islander. From small Pacific Nations.... The Haka brings great joy and pride for us All Polynesian , Micronesian and Melanesian . Ka Mate Ka Mate 😝
The spontaneous hakas after the Christchurch have to be up there with the greatest. I'm a pakeha NZer & I relate strongly to Maori culture.
Doesn't matter where you come from, if you want to be apart of our culture, we will back you, we will embrace you, we will lift you, you will be one of us, that's just how we roll
💯 respect! I would love to be a part of such a powerful culture
Like Jeeper said. Maori culture, if you seek it out, it will seek you out. It will embrace & adopt you. No lie, you will have whanau (family) here in Aotearoa-New Zealand.
But that's not all, it will cause in you a deeper want for your own Whakapapa (heritage), just like it did for Mamoa. You will find you have two families, two places of belonging your birth heritage, and us your adoptive family.
Kia ora brother
@@warrenpoultney8215 Kia ora my bro
@@logger711 Kia ora bro, what you explained to our man Kflow, nailed it. Exactly how we roll.
@@warrenpoultney8215 it's in our DNA brother
There is a video on TH-cam where they translated the wedding Haka, just as it is is beautiful, but after seeing the translation i was in tears!!
Greetings from NZ, yes, every All Blacks game they perform the haka. There is also other hakas perform, but are much rarer to see, its usually the "ka Mate" haka that the Abs do, but on special occasions a diiferent haka can be used. Nz isnt the only team to perform a "haka" Tonga and Samoa do too., Most pacific island nations big in rugby do a haka pre match. When NZ plays Tonga both will do a haka. Usually taken in turn, but sometimes opposing team might choose do perform it at the same time. Very interesting subject
I would pay a king’s ransom to watch dueling hakas performed at the same time! I bet that’s epic! Thanks for the knowledge as well! The “ka Mate” is elite!
Respect for you sir, you did not understand the significance of the the haka but you showed due respect kudos to you.
36 years I lived in NZ and the New Zealand people are truly like no other, unlike most of the British empire the Maori culture has been embraced by non Maori New Zealanders. I am proud to be a New Zealander with a Maori heritage and proud of the New Zealand whanau (translation Family) no matter where you come from, when you come to NZ you become our whanau
You’re right there are no people on earth like the people of New Zealand and the Maori culture is very captivating and the fact that it’s such a strong part of the land to this day is also amazing, I hope I get a chance to visit even for a day it sounds like a truly remarkable place.
Everyone has that passion, doing this helps you find it.
No. 3 was school boys farewelling a beloved teacher.
Oh really! That’s powerful! may that teacher test in peace!
I live in Auckland and tend to date American girls. Every one I have taken to Eden Park to watch the All Black team, and the haka brings them to tears, every time.
Dam I didn’t expect him to speak Maori at the start😂 mad respect brother ✊🏽✊🏽✊🏽
Ahh thanks I appreciate it!
Ye bro! Good job bro!
Thank you for respecting my culture I get so angered when people make fun of it
All the respect in the world for your land and your culture. I apologize for the ignorance of others.
Kia Ora from New Zealand as a man that has a girlfriend who is maori and has a connection to a tribe I feel privileged to be with such a beautiful wahine (woman) ,I learn alot
Awesome vid bro, living here in NZ and seeing different people of different nations react to the haka is awesome. Keep up the good work. If you get time, check out the haka video made by Beats, it has a great explanation and understanding of the haka and what it means to Aotearoa. Chur
That wedding one always chokes me up. Not sure why, just love it.
💯 it gets me everytime
Keep up the good work (and thank you for your service as well) ❤❤
The last Haka was led by Piri Weepu, #9. I would recommend you look for the Haka performed (on You Tube) by Auckland Grammar vs King College. Two Auckland schools, where the whole schools perform their Haka . Also there is a funeral Haka for a sniper, performed by his regiment I will try to find the link for you, but try ‘Army Haka at Waiouru. Kia Kaha broThevsoldiers Haka, can be found on NZ Defence Force, you tube site, just search NZ soldier funeral. The school Haka are on the Sky Sport NZ You Tube sire.
Ah thanks okay for sure I can check those out! I hope you find the sniper’s haka as well!
I was very surprised the military one wasn't on this list.
Much love and respect bro.
Thanks! I appreciate you!
Much love & respect from Taranaki Aotearoa New Zealand
I am a New Zealander I loved your reaction to the Haka It a powerful thing
I get very emotional seeing the haka because it was done at a mates funeral.
I think music is extremely important in keeping this world together. We all respond to the sound and the beat. Honestly doesn’t matter what language is used.
You communicate your reactions well, good video.
Infinite thanks! I’m working on it but I appreciate that very much.
Hans Zimmer's Time x The beauty and passion of the Haka = guaranteed tears
Loved the reaction to our culture our heritage
Thanks! I can’t wait to experience it firsthand
@@KurtyFloLive nau mai haere mai (come come your welcome!) its so nice to see if through someone else's eyes
the haka is not only a war dance but a sign of highest respect to anyone its given to. this bought a tear to my eye
....much aroha my man
Right! It is the ultimate respect before battle and it tugs at my heart strings every time
Was present to witness the NZ Blacksocks mens fastpitch team do their Haka when they were in Saskatoon for the world champs.it wa intense aZ! you can feel the wave of intense energy .Big time mana!
A rugby player I once met had a bumper sticker- Give Blood, Play Rugby
Now that’s the kind of bumper sticker I’d put on my Maybach
The third one was a teacher that passed and those were the kids
George Joyce thanks that one is amazing to watch!
@@KurtyFloLive The fact that you thought it was done for a soldier who died for his country tells you exactly how beloved that teacher was by the thousands of students who sent him off in STYLE.
Sai Namuduri yes! that’s was truly moving, he was truly loved by all his people and it shows
Teacher was little older than me, but I think it was James Crosswell www.tvnz.co.nz/one-news/new-zealand/watch-palmerston-north-boys-high-students-farewell-beloved-teacher-died-cancer-emotional-haka RIP mate
I cried the first time I watched that. Those young men showed such respect to their teacher.
Being Scottish, i find there are many similarities between new zealanders and us(specifically during war periods spanning centuries) .have so much respect and love for the haka . Great reaction. 👏
yeah agreed mate. so many scottish- i mean kiwi's living in the south island, who usually learn the haka at a young age
Always makes me cry when I watch the funeral Haka especially these young men at school that are from all walks of life that stand side by side to perform tribute to their principle. The love and respect they have as each haka is performed from each party is a testament of our love for our culture.
The Number 3 Haka was a send off for a Deceased Headmaster at the School and the whole School took part as a way of sending off to the next world a muched Loved Headmaster.
Kia Ora I enjoyed this.
Thanks I appreciate your support!
Every game the All Blacks play, they perform a Haka. The captain chooses the Haka they will do, and chooses who will lead it.. it is used for war, funerals, weddings, birthdays, any special event... I left my beautiful country (N.Z) 35 years ago... but I hate missing any event with the Haka.
Loved the wedding 🙏🏻👏🏼👏🏼
Same! 💯
I love this - keep up the good work ❤❤❤
An American General once said. If we are going to take Hell I'll have the Aussies and New Zealanders to take it....fearless soliders
Haha well said! I respect it! And absolutely fearless, you said it.
Actually, that was Erwin Rommel, the German general, and the quote was I'll have the Aussies take it and the Kiwis defend it.
Having the haka performed to me and my team mates when playing Australian School Boys Cricket vs NZ and then Australian Schoolboys Football (soccer) was one of the 2 greatest moments of my sporting life. It gave me energy to watch it and i was with them while they were doing it. Its intimidating at first but if you cant be pumped after seeing it in front of you you dont deserve to be on the field !
That would some visceral stuff to see in person at a ceremony of any kind
Jason Momoa is Hawaiian. Just proud of his Polynesian culture and a fan of Maori culture in particular.
Tiger Country oh that’s awesome, I wasn’t sure it that was him at first but that totally makes sense now.
Most Polynesian countries have an equivalent eg Tonga, Samoa
In hawaii I believe its called ha'a
@@Kodiak1234 Tongan war dance is killer (no pun intended).
Yes, He is a Native Hawaiian but proud of his Polynesian roots that connected to the other islands. He is of German, a bit of Native American and Irish from Mum.
As an Aussie we love our nz brothers and sisters. Want a good time? Go to a Maori backyard bbq (hunggi). They are the most welcoming, generous and fun-loving people on earth. We wish we had the Haka here but it is disrespectful to do so if you are not from nz.
Mark H I love your sentiment, it’s great. On the lighter side, there is a comedic haka for our Aussie neighbours, although a little hard to put in print, it starts with an Aussie swatting flies and ends with him patting his pockets for his non existent wallet when it’s his turn to shout... probably have to see it to enjoy it, but a little kiwi humour you might enjoy 😊.
Thanks Tania. Love to see it.
When I was at the Hunggi I asked the chief if I could try a little bit of something, and he said "no, you can have a lot cuz!" and he served ME with a huge helping of the food. Their concept of community is completely opposite to the greedy heirarchical European version. In nz, everyone is taken care of. It's excellent.