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| Artist: Israel Kamakawiwo'ole
Label: Mountain Apple Company
Category: Music
List Price: $16.99
Buy New: $10.35
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Rating:  405 reviews
Sales Rank: 108
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 4.9 x 0.4
MPN: 5901
UPC: 761268590121
EAN: 0761268590121
ASIN: B00000JFG3
Release Date: September 1, 1993
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Shipping: International shipping available
Condition: Brand New and Factory Sealed Item Fast Shipping
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| Tracks:
| • | Hawai'i '78 introduction | | • | Ka Huila Wai | | • | 'Ama'ama | | • | Panini Pua Kea | | • | Take Me Home Country Road | | • | Kuhio Bay | | • | Ka Pua U'i | | • | White Sandy Beach of Hawai'i | | • | Henehene Kou 'Aka | | • | La 'Elima | | • | Pili Me Ka'u Manu | | • | Maui Hawaiian Sup'pa Man | | • | Kaulana Kawaihae | | • | Somewhere Over The Rainbow/What A Wonderful World | | • | Hawai'i '78 |
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| Editorial Reviews:
Amazon.com
To gauge the magnitude of Israel Kamakawiwo'ole's popularity in his native Hawaii, consider this: following his death in 1997 (at age 38, attributed to his profound obesity), Kamakawiwo'ole's body lay in state in the state capitol, only the second person to receive such an honor. Kamakawiwo'ole's appeal lies in his love for prestatehood, precondominium Hawaii and the expressiveness of his gently passionate voice, which can float through higher registers with an ease that brings Johnny Mathis to mind. Several selections ("Ka Pua U'i," "White Sandy Beach of Hawai'i," the sun-kissed "La 'Elima") feature Kamakawiwo'ole in a traditional mood, using only his ukulele to adorn the charm of his native lyricism. Others, such as the Jimmy Buffett-like "Maui Hawaiian Sup'pa Man" add playful contemporary touches that suit Kamakawiwo'ole's style. Most touching are the string-backed laments that open and close the album, "Hawai'i '78 Introduction" and "Hawai'i '78," initially a reflection on his father's death, later on the passing of Hawaii's native culture. Best known is his medley "Somewhere over the Rainbow/What a Wonderful World," which played over the closing credits of the film Meet Joe Black. --Terry Wood
Album Description
There's a smart balance of traditional Hawaiiana and contemporary tunes on this CD. There's heart-tugging warmth along with unexpected chuckles. The end result is a candid, honest reinforcement of his vocal breadth.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 400 more reviews...
Easy listening November 23, 2008
Linda Sabori (Akron, OH)
easy listening and his Over The Rainbow is the best - Z's voice soft and gentle
Facing Future November 22, 2008
Mr. J. Barratt (United Kingdom)
I had never heard of the late Israel Kamakawiwo'ole until the track "What A Wonderful World/ Over The Rainbow was recently played on the radio. This man's voice is truly amazing.
Rainbows November 16, 2008
Rainbow Girl (Woonsocket, RI USA)
I really enjoyed this CD. I bought it for the Over the Rainbow song and after listening to it, I enjoyed all the songs on it.
Facing future November 2, 2008
Peggy Bitney (Medford, Oregon)
The cd is awesome. The condition I received it in was not so good. the case was completely destroyed, I was surprised and thankful that the cd was unharmed. I would think the packaging would be a little more secure.
 Over the Rainbow November 1, 2008
Leslie Pettis (Ann Arbor, MI)
If you've ever wondered where that charming version of "Over The Rainbow" with only voice and ukulele comes from, this is it.
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