A slight answer to your question about the expressions, our ancestors were warriors and within our culture through war, funerals, celebrations, etc these were displayed and still are! The widening of the eyes and sticking out of the tongue we call that “pukana” it’s to emphasise passion, power, fierceness, intimidation depending on what’s being sung or said, waving of the hands we called wiriwiri can have many meanings but I would say it symbolises the energy within us and our spirit, that’s not a full explanation but that’s just a quick insight I guess!
Protrusion of the toungue (known as pukana) also actually represented cannibalism in traditional times. In Maori culture When enemy tribes would haka to each other, they would Pukana (poke the tongue) to let the enemy know that when they would kill them they would eat them. They did this In order to steal their Mana aka power/energy. It was also considered to be the most disrespectful thing that you could do to your enemy…kill them, eat them, and steal their energy. But today we do it just as a cultural thing.
When Marley came here to Aotearoa NZ in 1979, Stan wasn't born but no doubt his parents were at the one n only Western Springs concert ❤️💛💚🔥 along with the tens of thousands of us and our Polynesian whānau (family) .... We had 2 defining protests here with the Māori Land March in 1975 and Bastion Point in 1977 to 78 and Bob was talkin revolution ✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾 ... and reggae beats are pretty similar to the way we play guitars and sing anyway so it is easy for us to play, there are many great reggae bands here as there are in Te-Moana-nui-a-Kiwa, the Pacific Ocean and Islands ... Stan is just a very humble Paboy doing what comes natural to him with his powerful pipes and his blessed talented whānau, hapū and iwi .... As Māori, we all trace our whakapapa (geneology) back to our mountain, river and lands (those that weren't stolen by colonial forces) and we stand on the shoulders of our illustrious tīpuna (ancestors) and their knowledge passed down through Te Reo Māori me onā tikanga, our cherished language and philosophies .... Our tīpuna fought and died for our future against all odds, the colonisers tried to get rid of us and failed and each generation continues the fight for our #ManaMotuhake, our right to self governance and for #ManaMokopuna, power to our generations to come .... Enjoy 😊 ....he poho kererū mātou ki a Stan me ōna pukenga mīharo rawa atu💓.... We are so proud of Stan, Karawhiua ki te ao e kare ... PS ... The weapons are real, the white patu the women hold are traditionally made from whale bone, the green patu made from our jade which we call Pounamu and the Taiaha carved from native trees ... They are deadly in the hands of those who know our martial arts, js ....
Hi there, wow thanks for such an insightful and complete comment! I appreciate the history and cool information. Will do more reaction soon so stay tuned..
Translation: Preamble: He uru kahika ki te wao - Like a grove of kahikatea trees in the forest He uru tangata ki te pā - The people stand united in the community Te matemateāone tētahi ki tētahi - Caring for one another Te whiri o ngā hononga o tētahi ki tētahi - Nurturing human connection
He Māori ahau - I am Māori Āke, ake - Forevermore He Tūhoe ahau - I am Tūhoe Mana Motuhake - Self-determined Tōku reo - My language He taketake - Is enduring He tuku iho - Inherited Kei wareware - Lest you forget Ko wai koe - Who you are Nā wai koe - Who you’re descended from Tō mana - Your legacy He rangatira - Is of nobility Ue - Push Mahuta mai rā - Rise up E tū e - Stand up Horahia - Spread it far and wide Me tuku e - Release Te reo Māori ki te ao - The Māori language into the world He kākano au - I am a seed I ruia mai - Who was sown I te kohu e - In the mist Whanake mai ai - Spring up Whanawhanaua - Multiply Te reanga hou - The new generation Kei tūpou - Raise your heads Kei wareware - Lest you forget Ko wai koe - Who you are Nā wai koe - Who you’re descended from Tō mana - Your legacy He rangatira - Is of nobility Ue - Push Mahuta mai rā - Rise up E tū e - Stand up Horahia - Spread it far and wide Me tuku e - Release Te reo Māori ki te ao - The Māori language into the world Moumou rawa mai - Wasted indeed Te kai a te rangatira - Our noble language would be E noho tahanga noa - Merely left idling Ko te reo he kāpura - The language like a flame Whakahika i te ahikā roa - Ignites the enduring fire O te whatumanawa - Of the soul He pākairiri nanaiore rā - It is armouring that shelters I te kōmata o te pitomata - Fostering true potential Tama tū tama ora - To take action is to live Tama noho tama mate - To hesitate is to die Mahuta, matika - Rise, arise Maranga mai rā - Be upright Ue - Push Mahuta mai rā - Rise up E tū e - Stand up Horahia - Spread it far and wide Me tuku e - Release Te reo Māori ki te ao - The Māori language into the world
The origin of the art of pukana (facial expression), the wild distorting of the countenance and glaring eyes seen in posture dancing is said to be traced to the koukou or owl. A pukana helps to emphasise a point in a song or haka and demonstrate the performer's ferocity or passion. For women, (pūkana) involves opening their eyes wide and jutting out their chin. For men, (whetero) means widening the eyes and stretching out the tongue or baring the teeth.
Excellent comments and I like how utterly insightfully different your comments are. I’m Māori. I suggest you next look at I Am The Colour which is totally different again from what you’ve seen of Stan. It’s black and white (you’ll see why) and it’s ensemble and studio shot. So same but different. And the message...... well profound and personal. You’ll see ...❤
Thank you for your thoughtful review. It is worth noting that the journey that Stan and his team/family went through to reach the significant location in the video is truly remarkable. If you have the opportunity, I highly recommend watching the behind-the-scenes footage of the video production. ❤❤❤
Stan and his family didn't go through anything for that scenery.. It's literally his Marae (his tribes homestead) backyard. Very normal scenery here and normal journey for us.
I really enjoyed your reaction. Watching the making if this video, you see that the camera man was holding the camera up high for those zooming scenes. Also the trembling of the camera in the stomping scenes was all camera man skills.... This video was made in just two days.... Maori ingenuity is incredible. 💖💖💖
Stan walker will.grab you by the emotional nerve strings, an tie them in a knot until he's finished his song, then he'll untie your emotional nerves let you ponder on the song he just sang.. Every song he sings brings a new take, understanding an makes you think..?? So.very proud to be Maori..because of what Stan has done... Thru his lyrics, example, character, wairua...❤❤❤😉
Thanku for your reaction... our intense facial and serious action is a form of representing oneself with dignity, like a us marine or a soldier marching in parade, serious, your best intent representing u, your family, your tribe, your country, your race, high respect for other warriors women n men, children and our elderly, our culture at its purest.
Hii :) The fierce facial expressions, including bulging eyes and the sticking out of the tongue, performed by the Māori people during the haka are intended to intimidate. The haka is a traditional Māori posture dance that involves the entire body in vigorous rhythmic movements, which may include swaying, slapping of the chest and thighs, stamping, and gestures of stylized violence. These facial expressions are an integral part of the haka, which is accompanied by a chant. Originally, the haka was a war dance performed on the battlefield for two main reasons. Firstly, it served as a war cry to intimidate the opponent before combat. Secondly, it was a way to invoke the power of the ancestors to aid them in the upcoming battle. The aggressive facial expressions play a significant role in this display of strength and intimidation.
Hi there, thanks so much for the insightful comment and giving me a thorough explanation! I somewhat figured that was the intention of the expressions but for some reason on the video it seemed a bit odd to me to the point where I thought it was like a filter on their faces or something. I admire their unity and devotion to staying true to their culture.
The reason they are intense we are descendants of warriors, it's not all we are but it permeates our culture. The saying goes we were defeated by the pen never the sword or gun. Our ancestors were experts in the way of war Sun Tzu would have been proud.
Nice analysis and reaction!!! Yes such an awesome song and amazing cinematography that captures NZ and our culture beautifully!!! Def right about unity in numbers and as a tribe!!! If you ever get to see a performance of a haka or waiata/song live,you will Definitely feel it!!!!
This is New Zealand’s culture, which kiwis respect. What you are seeing is the native people of New Zealand,the culture is deep into New Zealand. Stan is respected in New Zealand, he is a very kind person. His life hasn’t been easy, thought maybe you would research first before playing….. Stan not so long ago had cancer and now has no stomach. I have respect for the Maori culture down here. On this vid u are seeing our land of Aotearoa ( New Zealand) Māoris = warriors.
Please watch a documentary about New Zealand / Māori people 🙏🙏🙏 or Stan walkers life documentary 🙏🙏 you’ll have a better understanding of our culture for all your questions 🙏🙏✨ but for our expressions that is part of our culture ❤
Stan is working hard to grow his music, in a style that reflects a perfect fit and showcase of our culture, and identity as indigenous Māori New Zealanders. Not sure if that helps you or your listeners. The reggae style is another strong fit to our culture especially.
Welcome George the Cloud to Aotearoa (New Zealand) = Land Of The Long White Cloud There are many sides to Stan's music, like many other Kiwi artists. Take It Easy Choose ft Hamo Dell Don't Dream It's Over (Crowded House cover) New Light ... are just a few examples
@@GeorgeTheCloud Thanks George, not many outside NZ/Aussie/Wider Pacific comprehend my username Stan's is Proud of his Maori culture and chose to embrace it and walk his own path rather than follow the music industries well trodden production line of generic artists. His song "New Takeover" was written out of frustration of the negatelive stereotypes portrayed by media of Maori (and many other minority or indigenous cultures), showcasing their beauty, community spirit, strengths, power and diversity as a people instead. As they say "Variety is the spice of life", Many people want something different, not more of the same, Diversity breds originality, fostering interest in their uniqueness, broadening their knowledge and understanding leading to acceptance of other cultures.
No disrespect George Thank you and I withdraw my comment of saying boy, forgive my poor judgement please, again so sorry to you George, Kiwi support you
Colonisation 🙂 Resistance, Resilience, Defiance against the establishment. Stan is the Man!!!! We have lots of wonderful Māori artists here in Aotearoa, NZ.
Checkout this Video Next! th-cam.com/play/PLdMGcXjrHid6d6H0Qp8P3_EBVMJgvrEAM.html
A slight answer to your question about the expressions, our ancestors were warriors and within our culture through war, funerals, celebrations, etc these were displayed and still are! The widening of the eyes and sticking out of the tongue we call that “pukana” it’s to emphasise passion, power, fierceness, intimidation depending on what’s being sung or said, waving of the hands we called wiriwiri can have many meanings but I would say it symbolises the energy within us and our spirit, that’s not a full explanation but that’s just a quick insight I guess!
Hi Kay, thanks for the thorough explanation, really helps to learn more about the Maori! Stay tuned for more...
Protrusion of the toungue (known as pukana) also actually represented cannibalism in traditional times. In Maori culture When enemy tribes would haka to each other, they would Pukana (poke the tongue) to let the enemy know that when they would kill them they would eat them. They did this In order to steal their Mana aka power/energy. It was also considered to be the most disrespectful thing that you could do to your enemy…kill them, eat them, and steal their energy. But today we do it just as a cultural thing.
When Marley came here to Aotearoa NZ in 1979, Stan wasn't born but no doubt his parents were at the one n only Western Springs concert ❤️💛💚🔥 along with the tens of thousands of us and our Polynesian whānau (family) .... We had 2 defining protests here with the Māori Land March in 1975 and Bastion Point in 1977 to 78 and Bob was talkin revolution ✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾 ... and reggae beats are pretty similar to the way we play guitars and sing anyway so it is easy for us to play, there are many great reggae bands here as there are in Te-Moana-nui-a-Kiwa, the Pacific Ocean and Islands ... Stan is just a very humble Paboy doing what comes natural to him with his powerful pipes and his blessed talented whānau, hapū and iwi .... As Māori, we all trace our whakapapa (geneology) back to our mountain, river and lands (those that weren't stolen by colonial forces) and we stand on the shoulders of our illustrious tīpuna (ancestors) and their knowledge passed down through Te Reo Māori me onā tikanga, our cherished language and philosophies .... Our tīpuna fought and died for our future against all odds, the colonisers tried to get rid of us and failed and each generation continues the fight for our #ManaMotuhake, our right to self governance and for #ManaMokopuna, power to our generations to come .... Enjoy 😊 ....he poho kererū mātou ki a Stan me ōna pukenga mīharo rawa atu💓.... We are so proud of Stan, Karawhiua ki te ao e kare ... PS ... The weapons are real, the white patu the women hold are traditionally made from whale bone, the green patu made from our jade which we call Pounamu and the Taiaha carved from native trees ... They are deadly in the hands of those who know our martial arts, js ....
Hi there, wow thanks for such an insightful and complete comment! I appreciate the history and cool information. Will do more reaction soon so stay tuned..
Translation:
Preamble:
He uru kahika ki te wao - Like a grove of kahikatea trees in the forest
He uru tangata ki te pā - The people stand united in the community
Te matemateāone tētahi ki tētahi - Caring for one another
Te whiri o ngā hononga o tētahi ki tētahi - Nurturing human connection
He Māori ahau - I am Māori
Āke, ake - Forevermore
He Tūhoe ahau - I am Tūhoe
Mana Motuhake - Self-determined
Tōku reo - My language
He taketake - Is enduring
He tuku iho - Inherited
Kei wareware - Lest you forget
Ko wai koe - Who you are
Nā wai koe - Who you’re descended from
Tō mana - Your legacy
He rangatira - Is of nobility
Ue - Push
Mahuta mai rā - Rise up
E tū e - Stand up
Horahia - Spread it far and wide
Me tuku e - Release
Te reo Māori ki te ao - The Māori language into the world
He kākano au - I am a seed
I ruia mai - Who was sown
I te kohu e - In the mist
Whanake mai ai - Spring up
Whanawhanaua - Multiply
Te reanga hou - The new generation
Kei tūpou - Raise your heads
Kei wareware - Lest you forget
Ko wai koe - Who you are
Nā wai koe - Who you’re descended from
Tō mana - Your legacy
He rangatira - Is of nobility
Ue - Push
Mahuta mai rā - Rise up
E tū e - Stand up
Horahia - Spread it far and wide
Me tuku e - Release
Te reo Māori ki te ao - The Māori language into the world
Moumou rawa mai - Wasted indeed
Te kai a te rangatira - Our noble language would be
E noho tahanga noa - Merely left idling
Ko te reo he kāpura - The language like a flame
Whakahika i te ahikā roa - Ignites the enduring fire
O te whatumanawa - Of the soul
He pākairiri nanaiore rā - It is armouring that shelters
I te kōmata o te pitomata - Fostering true potential
Tama tū tama ora - To take action is to live
Tama noho tama mate - To hesitate is to die
Mahuta, matika - Rise, arise
Maranga mai rā - Be upright
Ue - Push
Mahuta mai rā - Rise up
E tū e - Stand up
Horahia - Spread it far and wide
Me tuku e - Release
Te reo Māori ki te ao - The Māori language into the world
Thank you for the translation, really appreciate it!
The origin of the art of pukana (facial expression), the wild distorting of the countenance and glaring eyes seen in posture dancing is said to be traced to the koukou or owl. A pukana helps to emphasise a point in a song or haka and demonstrate the performer's ferocity or passion. For women, (pūkana) involves opening their eyes wide and jutting out their chin. For men, (whetero) means widening the eyes and stretching out the tongue or baring the teeth.
Hi there, thanks for the insightful comment!
Il liked your in depth analysis. You should check out Stan's cover of ultralight beam
I appreciate it! Will add to the list, stay tuned...
Excellent comments and I like how utterly insightfully different your comments are. I’m Māori. I suggest you next look at I Am The Colour which is totally different again from what you’ve seen of Stan. It’s black and white (you’ll see why) and it’s ensemble and studio shot. So same but different. And the message...... well profound and personal. You’ll see ...❤
Hi Scott, glad you are enjoying the commentary! Thanks for the suggestion, will try to check it out soon, stay tuned!
@@GeorgeTheCloud nice for once there’s someone who brings tangential insights into reactions. Not the usual mock/shock/jock reactors
Thank you for your thoughtful review. It is worth noting that the journey that Stan and his team/family went through to reach the significant location in the video is truly remarkable. If you have the opportunity, I highly recommend watching the behind-the-scenes footage of the video production. ❤❤❤
Hi Betty, thanks for the support and additional info, will check it out soon!
Stan and his family didn't go through anything for that scenery.. It's literally his Marae (his tribes homestead) backyard. Very normal scenery here and normal journey for us.
I really enjoyed your reaction. Watching the making if this video, you see that the camera man was holding the camera up high for those zooming scenes. Also the trembling of the camera in the stomping scenes was all camera man skills.... This video was made in just two days.... Maori ingenuity is incredible. 💖💖💖
Hi there, thanks for the info! Will have to checkout the behind the scenes video for the little details.
Stan is Humble as bro!!! From the land of the long White Cloud !!!
I like that land!
Stan walker will.grab you by the emotional nerve strings, an tie them in a knot until he's finished his song, then he'll untie your emotional nerves let you ponder on the song he just sang..
Every song he sings brings a new take, understanding an makes you think..??
So.very proud to be Maori..because of what Stan has done...
Thru his lyrics, example, character, wairua...❤❤❤😉
Hi there, I agree and can't wait to check out more form him, stay tuned!
Thanku for your reaction... our intense facial and serious action is a form of representing oneself with dignity, like a us marine or a soldier marching in parade, serious, your best intent representing u, your family, your tribe, your country, your race, high respect for other warriors women n men, children and our elderly, our culture at its purest.
Hi there, thanks for your comment and explanation. Stay tuned for more!
Hii :) The fierce facial expressions, including bulging eyes and the sticking out of the tongue, performed by the Māori people during the haka are intended to intimidate. The haka is a traditional Māori posture dance that involves the entire body in vigorous rhythmic movements, which may include swaying, slapping of the chest and thighs, stamping, and gestures of stylized violence. These facial expressions are an integral part of the haka, which is accompanied by a chant. Originally, the haka was a war dance performed on the battlefield for two main reasons. Firstly, it served as a war cry to intimidate the opponent before combat. Secondly, it was a way to invoke the power of the ancestors to aid them in the upcoming battle. The aggressive facial expressions play a significant role in this display of strength and intimidation.
Hi there, thanks so much for the insightful comment and giving me a thorough explanation! I somewhat figured that was the intention of the expressions but for some reason on the video it seemed a bit odd to me to the point where I thought it was like a filter on their faces or something. I admire their unity and devotion to staying true to their culture.
@GeorgeTheCloud also, please react to amazing grace! Live by Stan Walker ! You'd be amazed 👏
During the 2nd world war the 28 Maori Battalion did a haka feared by their enemies. It indigenous pride in the face of adversary
The reason they are intense we are descendants of warriors, it's not all we are but it permeates our culture. The saying goes we were defeated by the pen never the sword or gun. Our ancestors were experts in the way of war Sun Tzu would have been proud.
Hi Richard, thanks for the explanation. Stay tuned for more videos!
Nice analysis and reaction!!! Yes such an awesome song and amazing cinematography that captures NZ and our culture beautifully!!! Def right about unity in numbers and as a tribe!!! If you ever get to see a performance of a haka or waiata/song live,you will Definitely feel it!!!!
Hi there, thanks for the support! Will check that one out in the future, stay tuned...
This is New Zealand’s culture, which kiwis respect. What you are seeing is the native people of New Zealand,the culture is deep into New Zealand. Stan is respected in New Zealand, he is a very kind person. His life hasn’t been easy, thought maybe you would research first before playing….. Stan not so long ago had cancer and now has no stomach. I have respect for the Maori culture down here. On this vid u are seeing our land of Aotearoa ( New Zealand) Māoris = warriors.
Hi Mary, thanks for the comment and info! Will be checking more from Stan for sure, stay tuned!
Please watch a documentary about New Zealand / Māori people 🙏🙏🙏 or Stan walkers life documentary 🙏🙏 you’ll have a better understanding of our culture for all your questions 🙏🙏✨ but for our expressions that is part of our culture ❤
👍yep
Ah ok gotcha, will try to get to the documentary time permitting!
Captivating voice
Truly, thanks for watching!
The tongue is to say I will eat you if you battle me. We were cannibals
Ah ok, thanks for the explanation!
Stan is working hard to grow his music, in a style that reflects a perfect fit and showcase of our culture, and identity as indigenous Māori New Zealanders. Not sure if that helps you or your listeners. The reggae style is another strong fit to our culture especially.
Thanks for the description, I appreciate it!
Welcome George the Cloud to Aotearoa (New Zealand) = Land Of The Long White Cloud
There are many sides to Stan's music, like many other Kiwi artists.
Take It Easy
Choose ft Hamo Dell
Don't Dream It's Over (Crowded House cover)
New Light
... are just a few examples
Hi there, thanks for the info, love the name! Will have to visit New Zealand someday. Stay tuned for more Stan...
@@GeorgeTheCloud Thanks George, not many outside NZ/Aussie/Wider Pacific comprehend my username
Stan's is Proud of his Maori culture and chose to embrace it and walk his own path rather than follow the music industries well trodden production line of generic artists. His song "New Takeover" was written out of frustration of the negatelive stereotypes portrayed by media of Maori (and many other minority or indigenous cultures), showcasing their beauty, community spirit, strengths, power and diversity as a people instead.
As they say "Variety is the spice of life", Many people want something different, not more of the same, Diversity breds originality, fostering interest in their uniqueness, broadening their knowledge and understanding leading to acceptance of other cultures.
Bro you need to do your research. The back ground is all real, it's the rest of the world in a box. Bro research Maori culture of Aotearoa nz
He did say that he liked that it is all real & Not AI or CGI ❤
Hi there, yeah I'm pretty sure I said one of the things I enjoyed most about the video was the fact that it was filmed in a real location.
th-cam.com/video/THY7aUOVjqc/w-d-xo.htmlsi=rEZEMKUPjHxmld2O
The making of this video
Hi there, will check it out, thanks for the link!
Kia ora ehoa ♥♥♥
Thanks for watching and your support!
It wasnt a drone btw
Ah ok gotcha
If you no your past it's obvious, don't loose your identity boy
I'll try to study the history!
No disrespect George
Thank you and I withdraw my comment of saying boy, forgive my poor judgement please, again so sorry to you George, Kiwi support you
Hey no worries!
Maori ki te Ao = Maori to the world ....Language, culture, people
Hi Liz, thanks for letting me know, Welcome to the Channel!
They're not faking the're masks but I'm not into anything like that
Ah ok, thanks for the comment. Stay tuned for more Olvia!
Colonisation 🙂 Resistance, Resilience, Defiance against the establishment. Stan is the Man!!!! We have lots of wonderful Māori artists here in Aotearoa, NZ.
Thanks for the comment!