Somewhere over the Rainbow Israel IZ Kamakawiwoʻole Reaction
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"Braddah Iz" was a legend in his own time. He died in 1997 at 38 years of age. The day of his funeral, the Hawaii state flag flew at half-staff and his coffin lay in state at the capitol building in Honolulu. At the time, he was the only non-government official to be accorded this honor. Ten thousand people attended his funeral.
Sacred Atheist come down I’m sure you’ll love it here
Actually Gabby Pahinui also was given the same treatment when he died in 1980. Both were beloved Hawaiian musicians.
This may be my favorite version of this song. Rest in peace IZ
It's the only version that I like...so lovely
afreed
Just gives you that peaceful feeling.
Try ohio players otr. cant get nuff
Mark Cain Your Friend in the Car Business No doubt bro
Being Hawaiian, I was amazed at how this song spread so far and is so well-known and loved today, internationally. Iz was well-known locally, of course, but I never expected that this much greater fame would happen. How wonderful that it did.
50 first dates brought it back in the 2000s and it just stuck.
He was a wonderful man
He was an angel
Still singing to us with the angels, far above the rooftops; still touching lives through his gift to all of us.
I believe that most of the footage was his funeral.. they loved him that much..
My wife attended 😭😭😭
Yes, they scatter his ashes at the end. Sad he died but he had a lovely singing voice...
@@SkinnyVinnyLive Aww,,it'll be something she'll never forget. Quite moving...
If I remember correctly they loved him enough to bury him a state hero
kami243n yes it was.
Best version of the song ever. I lived in Hawaii for 6 years. This man was well loved
IZ is an inspiration and was loved by all. I was at Makua when they spread his ashes from the Hokule'a. Cars stopped along the 2 lane road leading to Ka'ena bringing traffic to a stand-still. Hundreds of people were wading in the water and hundreds more were on land. A procession of big rigs blew and held their horns echoing through the valley while his ashes were placed into the ocean making it sound as if the State of Hawaii was crying . . . it's a moment I will never forget. An incredible celebration of life for an incredible man!!
I love this version, he has such an amazing voice. RIP IZ
I was hoping you would listen to IZ. Beautiful song, they played it at his funeral. For a big man, he's got such a gentle voice. That was his sister pouring his ashes into the ocean. He passed at a rather young age due to obesity. The original Somewhere Over the Rainbow, is an entirely different song. I love IZ's version. I have listened to this song one day all day long. Do you have FaceBook?
He did some ad libbing but mostly he just moved lyrics around.
He has the best version and one heck of a sad video RIP IZ!
Yeah, he had a gentle voice and the heart to match it. He died so young and the world is the lesser for it. When ever I here people try to claim being morbidly obese is perfectly healthy my response to them is, " oh? Iz, Big Pun and John Candy would like to disagree with you."
He had a heart condition that caused his obesity, that is what killed him. He is a legend on the Islands! You can do just about anything you want on the Islands! They are very hang loose people over there, But if you want to start a fight just talk shit about IZ!!
@@lunkerjunkiestv186 Umm....NO! Heart conditions do not cause obesity, exactly the opposite. Don't spread fake medical opinions.
Beautiful song sung with a beautiful voice by a beautiful man with a big heart... R.I.P. IZ... peace
In all my days I never thought I'd hear a reaction to the IZ man , you are blowing my mind!
Frank Rios i didnt know he even passed away.. WOW.. R.I.H IZ he did a AWESOME job..
India Reacts also did a nice reaction to the IZ, this same song.
Ironically enough, this exact same version of the song is actually in another movie with Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore called 50 first dates.
Such a beautiful version of this song. His voice brings tears to my eyes every time I hear it. RIP Iz.
The world lost him way too soon. Beautiful voice and a beautiful person.
Most beautiful song and best version EVER! Thanks IZ and May you Rest In Peace. He left us with this joyful song to share, it always brings a smile to my face even in my darkest nights.
My brother. You just watched a Memorial to Brudda IZ. That was his funeral and the Hawaiian people saying goodbye... makes me cry every time.
Just for the record, IZ recorded that some at 3am at a studio that was closed. One take, one time. The full song is "Over the Rainbow-Wonderful Life" I think you could appreciate hearing the entire song.
Last year, when My Hero (aka my husband) was dying of cancer, this was one of my go-to songs. IZ sang this with the perfect combination of wistfulness and hope. With his voice, I think the song takes wing and lifts into the sky.
Rest in peace, IZ.
Amen
Mahalo for viewing this. May you be filled with Aloha spirit, Ty
IZ is still adored 20 years later. The celebration returning his ashes to the ocean makes me cry every time. I never saw him, but today I live on his island and have the fortune of walking past some of the scenery filmed for this video. I have read that his version of Somewhere Over the Rainbow is the most played of all versions.
I lost my Mom just this year on June 6th. I sang this to her in Heaven on her birthday September 1st. Only Amazing Grace is a more beautiful song than this version of Somewhere Over The Rainbow. It makes me cry, but gives me hope. Love you Mom. I will see you soon.
I'm sorry.
I'm sorry for your loss. 🌹
It's my favorite too. My Gramma was in the movie when she was 17. I lost her June 9, 2007. Sorry to hear about your Mom.
Hit me in the eyes with some tears there Jim. condolences, my heart goes out to you.
God bless you, Jim.
And your mom.
IZ. Was. 37 years old when he passed in his sleep, due to respiratory issues... A very sad day for all that loved him❤️❤️❤️
This song is very special to me and holds very special memories. Thanks for playing
I have heard this many times but this made me cry. He was such a wonderfully talented guy and lost so early...
He was an ICON, and a beautiful man, we played this at the funeral for my boys grandfather.
RIP IZ.
this was my first time hearing this amazing man singing the song, after about a year of constantly seeing the song thumbnail in my suggested videos, and I'm glad I finally heard it. And after googling and reading the story of "IZ" it's really sad. Of course he was close to 600 pounds, so it's no surprise that he died so young, but still sad, that he was such a gentle giant, loved by so many people, With such a gifted voice. Only the good die young.
A legend in his timed. I loved IZ. He passed away at the age of 38 due to morbid obesity. I loved all his songs. The last part of the video is his memorial, he was the only non official to have the Hawaiian flag flown at half mast during his funeral. He had thousands to attend his memorial. He meant that much to the Hawaiian people. I miss his songs. His sister scattered his ashes. You don't look much over 30 now. IZ's rendition of Somewhere over the Rainbow, isn't anything like the original song.
The BEST version hands down! Rest In Peace IZ. Thank you for playing 💕
Who would have thought that after generations grew up listening to Judy's version Iz would gently take it as his own.
Wow you found IZ ! Hawaiis most loved son with a voice even more beautiful than the islands themselves...in the video when you see all of the people in the water and on the canoes that was the funeral celibration for IZ they paddled his ashes all the way around the island...you seemed to like what you heard so please react to Hawaii 78..white sandy beach.. Maui Hawaiian Superman or take me home....peace brother I think you will enjoy this man's music and I look forward to watching.....♡
I love all of his music..but my favorite one is Ahe Wela,,,Twinkle Twinkle...
Love and miss you Bruddah IZ !!!..RIP
This song was played at the end of the movie fifty first dates. Good movie.
Especially Hawaii 1978
A voice of an angel
IZ did a medley of Somewhere Over the Rainbow and What a Wonderful World. Definitely worth a listen.
definitely, that version is my favorite, the one he reacted to is my second.
i'm terminally ill and i can't listen to songs like this and watch a video like this without getting very emotional. it hurts. but it's a pain i never shirk from. there's no love without pain. this song sung by him is so special. however, my favourite version of it is by a little known scotsman called john martyn. he never became commercially successful and never tried to. his voice is strong, but calming. david gilmour [of pink floyd] thought he was far ahead of his time and his guitar work certainly was. it's often ethereal and calming, and just very unique. the love song 'small hours' is one of the most beautiful, haunting songs i've ever heard, and i've been listening to the likes of pink floyd and all the other rock bands, folk singers etc since the late 60s. check him out. i can't imagine many others recommending him to you; he wasn't well known outside of the Uk, but british rock artists all regard him very highly, to say the least. phil collins called him "one of the true greats"
So sorry for your diagnosis. Prayers.
rob allen ... I am so sorry Rob
Prayers 🙏
I'm so sorry :( you can contact me at ctangiiti @ hotmail . com if you ever just need someone to vent to
@@cmt89497 Hes gone :(
So sorry rob allen
Every time I hear this song I cry. I just can't help it. An angels voice and song. Thanks for playing this.
Wizard of Oz was always one of my favorite movies growing up. It was a big deal when it came on TV every year.
I have been in the music/radio business for 15+ years and there is nothing that gets to me more than an artist being true/simple and full of heart. Everytime I hear this version i ball my eyes out. SO beautiful.
This song always gets me really emotional almost crying or actually crying depending on my mood. Just look at the love his Hawaiian people have for him as they spread his ashes into the ocean water so beautiful
I listen to this at least once a week. I call it my Iz fix. Took him 15 min to record. Lovely man and voice. God blessed him!
Awesome! Thanks for turning me on to this version. I've heard this song hundreds of times and this may be my favorite. PS I like you. I'm subscribing.
What a beautiful voice, such talent. RIP IZ.
May he rest in peace!
RIP IZ.....a beautiful spirit who had a special heavenly touch in his style.. he is now over the rainbow and I hope he finds it just as beutiful as we found his rendition of this classic
The original "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" was sung by a very young Judy Garland in her role of "Dorothy" in "The Wizard of OZ". My mates and I were having dinner in a restaurant on a cruise we took and the ship was heading home at the time when a rainbow suddenly appeared behind the ship. All the Americans began to sing this song and the people from all the other countries in the room quietly watched and smiled until we were finished. It is a most beloved song of hope for better times to come and in this awful time for the world it is quite poignant and moving.
My favorite version of this song Yaay. Pulls on my heart strings.
I think Iz has the most beautiful voice I've ever heard. Put that on again with head phones and close your eyes, lean in and listen close. It is exceptional.
My daughter & i used to dance hula to many songs of Bruddah Iz. Sadly he died a year prior to us becoming hula students. She passed away last summer, a month before her 31st birthday. I like to think that she is with him, dancing her heart out as he sings with that ethereal voice. Mahalo (thank you) for the stroll down memory lane - haven't heard this in many years. :-) oh,his last name is pronounced ka-ma-ka-vee-vo-o-lay Yes, Hawaiian names are a mouthful but beautiful none the less.
This has been my favorite version of this song ever since my fiance played it for me years ago. It's beautiful.
Love this video but more importantly, love your positivity! Your attitude and general vibe is so uplifting, Thank You!!
Thanks for watching.
I was introduced to this version years ago by Chicago radio personality Steve Dahl. Remarkable talent who died way to young. Thanks for sharing.
He’s Known as The Hawaiian Superman,
RIP Braddah IZ💯🤙🏽❤️🙏🏼
Best version of this song EVER!!! So beautiful, pure and simple!!! Love ya IZ R.I.H.!!!
every time I watch this video I get goosebumps and my eyes tear up. There is so much love in this it feels overwhelming
My favorite version of the song hands down ! Thank you for sharing it. I’ve heard Iz do it and it’s on my playlist. God bless you!!
Your face... soaking it in, letting the song wash over you, respect, appreciation... just perfect. Oh and your comments are pretty nice too. :-)
I discover some of the most beautiful songs through listening to your reactions. Thanks to all the subs and patrons and you, Ty for a very enjoyable experience many times over.
The Video was actually the People of Hawaii attending his funeral and the scattering of his ashes.He was loved by so many.RIP Big Man,No doubt singing on the other side of the Rainbow.Beautiful voice.
I would bawl like a baby when I would hear Iz blend "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" and "What a Wonderful World"! That combination was simply overwhelming, and I can't help but think that MRM would do so too if he would watch and react to that version.
Every one of his songs just makes you smile, they have such a positive calming energy. When I feel down for whatever reason listen to Bruddah Iz is like medicine. Some people have the abillity to transfer energy to make you feel better - he was certainly one of them.
This version always brings tears to my eyes! RIP big man!
Geez, I guess I should of search your reaction video library. I suggested it a few days back on your Patreon site. 🙂 But I'm so glad I came upon it here.
I love all versions of Over The Rainbow by IZ. My brother, and I lived on Maui, for 2 years when we were kids. And my daughter lived on Kauai, about 10 yrs ago. That's when she had his albums, and introduced me to his music. I fell in love with his soothing Hawaiian melodies.
There are other versions of OTR video that are a bit longer, for he incorporates bits of "What A Wonder World" into it, as well as more of his memorial after he passed of respiratory failure. IZ was know as a gentle soul, and the Islanders loved him so deeply, sincerely. What a beautiful, memorial. 💞
If you get a chance listen to his album "Facing Future"
IZ accepted Christ about 2 years before he passed. Now he truly is Over The Rainbow in Heaven. 😇 🙏
Iz had an ABSOLUTLY BEAUTIFUL Voice! This cover of what is Obviously a true American CLASSIC!
You see, ModRenMan, you listen to as well as Comment on a VERY WIDE range of music! You do an excellent Job SIR! PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE do continue with your overview of these many videos!
Judy Garland was a teenager when she first recorded this song and it showed off her incredible voice. This version by IZ is so soothing, makes one feel one with our Maker.
Pouring out his ashes at the end. Wonderful singer. Love this version of this song.
IZ, a beautiful soul with a beautiful voice, gone too soon. RIP sweet man. As the Queen song goes, "Only the good die young."
The first time I heard this song, I was watching the tv show ER. And it was the episode, where Dr. Green was dying of cancer. And his tv daughter had put the headphones on him, while this song was playing. And ever since it's been my favorite song. And every time I hear it, it brings me to tears!! It's such a beautiful song!!
I listen to his song at least twice a month, helps put a smile on my face.He was such a good soul and always smiling no matter what.
In Germany, the medley of IZ's version was often played on the radio. "Over the rainbow" from the Wizard of Oz and Louis Armstrongs's "What a wounderfull world" sung by IZ
A perfect combination, so beautiful .....
RIP IZ
So sad to find a voice and personality such as this and to find they are already gone. RIP IZ. Thanks RenaissanseMan for taking the time to listen to and show your reaction to songs you have never heard before and also give us a chance to find new inspirations.
I can never watch this without tearing up, I just feel such a sense of loss that he is no longer with us!!
Every time I see this video of IZ I can't stop getting all teared up.
And God bless you, Ty. Music is your ministry and you are reaching many people.
When Buddha Iz died,
He was given an honor which is usually given to only members of the Hawaiian Royal Family
He honestly was considered a National Treasure & He laid in state So that the people could come to pay their respects.
He was a truly unique & magical artist
50 First Dates Had the Israel Kama-kawiwo' ole version in it as well
R.I.P. Bradda IZ, thanks for the awesome music and joy you gave to us here in Hawaii \m/ Aloha
I've been waiting for someone to review this song. One of my favourites. Spreading his ashes while every one celebrates his life. Love it. He was so loved not just by his people but everyone touched by his music. Subscribed
W o W!! Just the fact that you're reacting to an IZ song... unbelievable!! Awesome reaction to a lovely rendition. Such a beautiful Celebration of Life ceremony with the Hokule'a providing his journey to his resting place in Makua... in the words of the Hawaiian Supa-Man himself... Suuuupee!! Rest In Love Braddah IZ🤙❤
Found you 2 days ago and love what you're doing.
One of my old friends lives in Hawaii, she married a GI over here in the 60s. She told me to watch it and it's so beautiful, even with the scattering of his ashes, what a bittersweet and loving send off. For such a big guy he has a soft sweet voice, l love his version.
He was the epitome of a Gentle Giant. I don't care how bad my day has been, as soon as I hear that sweet voice I immediately start to smile! You should listen to KISS "World without Heroes". If you ever need a good chuckle look up Jeanne Robertson "Don't send a man to the grocery store", she proves that you can be funny and NOT cuss every other word. LOL Hope you have a wonderful and blessed day!
RIP big guy, such a great video remembering him and his life. his ashes from boat at end is so touching.
He called a recording studio in the middle of the night and requested to record this song off the top of his head. They agreed and he recorded this in 1 take. Magic.
"IZ's music was first brought to my attention when this song/medley was played at the closing credits of the film:"Meet Joe Black"(Brad Pitt, Sir Anthony Hopkins).
In the video starting with the boats was his funeral, and that was the turnout to celebrate his life when they spread his ashes in the water. He was Hawaii's #1 beloved ambassador and his heart was far bigger than he was. Ukulele was his instrument, and his voice was his gift!
What a sweet sweet voice he has! ABSOLUTELY loved this! Thank you for making my day! God Bless MRM! May all your dreams and MRM families dreams come true! 💖🌈
A blessed Hawaiian Music legend and a treasured Hawaiian Musician....
I'm so happy you did this. My son bought a ukulele just for this reason.
Beautiful rendition of this song.
Oh I've heard this version many times but didn't know who sang it!!! Thank you so much for doing it!!! Now I can add it to my playlist!!!!😊
My late NZ friend Leilane got me to listen to this he was amazing I miss my friend Leilane and I play this often R.I.P both of you*((
IZ was a beautiful soul. Thanks for reviewing this song.
I love his voice ... soothing medicine for the soul
Iz has a magical voice. It just mesmerizes you.
Did you note how he blended in the beginning lyrics of Louis Armstrong's great single It's Wonderful World so seamlessly? BTW: The water ceremony at the end with all the people and boats celebrating are giving back to the ocean IZ's remains from that giant brown clay jar. Israel was an Hawaiian treasure and not fully appreciated until his passing. A true gentle giant with golden island honey for a voice.
Soooo glad you finally did this. 💗💗💗💗💗 all time fav list
he was a beautiful human being.....no matter how hard life is,I listen to this and I smile...every time.
Such pure sweet voice...sings this song like an 👼
Enjoyed his music when he was with the Makaha Sons of Niihau, enjoyed it when he went solo, my brother in-law was his percussionist...We all miss him dearly.....and Epic Voice gone to soon.
Thank You I needed This today .Been a long week
We miss you Braddah Iz! Hawaii is not the same without you... But atleast your left your legacy behind... We still get to hear your beautiful music! Fly With Angels!
Shania Twain also sung this song when she knew the Nashville people were in the audience! In Hilo Hawaii there are rainbows everyday!
Mahalo for sharing, love this version. Love from England 🙏🏻 🇬🇧
O gosh, this just got me crying. What a gorgeous voice and tribute.
Also, it brings me memories of Mark Greene too. Some will get that.
Such blessed & beautiful, heart-full simplicity.
Rest peacefully, always loved, never forgotten.
I adore this. Talk about making a song your own. It is so goooooddddd. Wow I have never seen this video. What a funeral service. They took his ashes out to the ocean. Beautiful.