From the Haku Mele: Hauʻolimaikalani
Kamalei Kawaʻa - Mele Series • 1m 41s
"Within this song, you'll notice phrases and words that might seem familiar. It's an actual practice that we do to encompass more meaning into the song." In composing Hauʻolimaikalani, Kamalei explains how he incorporated other familiar expressions to bring more meaning to his song for his beloved wife, Hauʻolimaikalani.
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From the Haku Mele: Lei Pakalana
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