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By His Wounds We are Healed -L Briggs (Translation by Keao NeSmith) By his wounds we are healed Hou ia oia I ola kakou By his wounds we are healed Hou ia oia I ola Kakou Jesus is the lamb (Son) of God Iesu Hipa Keiki a Ke Akua By his wounds we are healed Hou ia oia I ola kakou Oh Lord, You’re Beautiful -K.Green (Translation by Keao NeSmith) Oh Lord, you’re beautiful E Kahaku He nani oe Your face is all I seek Huli mau no wau ia oe For when your eyes are on this child He mau kou maka maluna o’u Your grace abounds to me. Pahola ko’u aloha ‘O ‘Oe ‘Io -Luke Morgan Written by very good friend from Aotearoa (Translated in to Hawaiian by Mary Boyd and Moses Crabbe) 'O ‘Oe ‘Io e makualani You are Supreme Heavenly Father ‘O ‘Oe ’Io ka waiola You are ‘Io the living water ‘O ’Oe ‘Io E kumuola You are ‘Io the source of life Ka mea hana i na mea apau The one who has made all things E ku’u haku, ka mauna ki’eki’e My only Master, my high mountain ‘O ‘Oe ‘Io You are ‘Io Iesu me ke Kanaka Wai Wai -J.K. Almeida Ma ke alahele ʻo Iesû Along the road Jesus I hālāwai aku ai met with Me ke kanaka ʻōpio hanohano a distinguished young man Kaulana i ka waiwai who was known for his wealth Pane mai e ka ʻōpio The young man said ʻE kuʻu Haku maikaʻi My good Lord He aha hoʻi kaʻu e hana aku ai What must I do I loaʻa e ke ola mau? To gain eternal life? Hui: E hāʻawi, e hāʻawi lilo Give, give away all I kou mau waiwai of your possessions Huli a hahai mai iaʻu Then come and follow me I loaʻa e ke ola mau ia ʻoe In order for you to gain eternal life Ekolu Mea Nui -Robert Nawahine Telling the story of 1 Corinthians 13, the greatest is ALOHA. ʻEkolu mea nui ma ka honua Three important things in the world ʻO manaʻoʻiʻo, ka manaʻolana Faith, hope A me ke aloha ke aloha ka i ʻoi aʻe And love, love is the greatest Pōmaikaʻi nā mea a pau And everything is blessed Pōmaikaʻi nā mea a pau And everything is blessed E nā mākua nā keiki O parents, children Nā mamo a Iuda me ʻEpelaima Descendants of Judah, and Ephraim E paʻa ka manaʻo i ka pono i ʻoi aʻe Think always that righteousness is best Pōmaikaʻi nā mea a pau And everything is blessed Pōmaikaʻi nā mea a pau And everything is blessed Aloha Kaua (Wedding song) -K.Kahiapo I wrote this for my wife’s sister, for her wedding. Here we are today, with promises to be made In the presence of the Almighty To start the planting of, the growth of our new love This is a time for new beginnings Chorus: A promise to to love and cherish each other In sickness and in health let there be joy Soft words lead to peace, contention will cease Aloha Kaua Sometimes a sacrifice, without thinking twice Turn away the crowd to be together Laugh till there’s no end, like being the best of friends Let the happy times be forever
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"Kawaiola" (Living Water).... A compilation of original, traditiional and Hawaiian inspirational music. Produced by Kawika Kahiapo, the album contains tracks newly recorded and engineered by Chris Lau at his Rhythm and Roots Recording studio, and tracks previously recorded by Pierre Grill at Rendezvous Recording Studio and released on Kahiapo’s “Alana” and “One Heart, One Voice” albums. Guest artists include Jesse Rivera (backup vocals on “Aloha Kaua”), Kelly Boy De Lima (backup vocals on “Glorify Thy Name/Come Oh Lord”), Leon Siu (slack key guitar on “Amazing Grace”),and Kumu Hula Chinky Mahoe doing the opening chant and ‘ōlelo (Hawaiian language) scripture reading on “Pule”. Cover art by Patrick Ching, Hawai'i's Nature Artist: www.patrickchingart.com
"Kawaiola" Lyrics and stories:
Iesu No Ke Kahuhipa (Savior Like a Shepherd Lead Us) -D.Thrupp/W.Bradbury Iesu no ke Kahuhipa Savior, like a shepherd lead us Kahuhipa maika`i e Much we need Thy tender care Eia makou ka `ohana In Thy pleasant pastures feed us Ke ho`olohe a hahai For our use thy folds prepare E aloha, e aloha Blessed Jesus, Blessed Jesus Alaka`i a hanai mai Thou has brought us thine we are E aloha, e aloha Blessed Jesus, Blessed Jesus Alaka`i a hanai mai Thou has brought us thine we are Ka`i malie `ia makou la We are thine, do thou befriend us Ma na kahawai maika`i Be the guardian of our way Ma na kula uliuli Keep thy flock from sin defend us Kahi malu e malu ai Seek us when we go astray E aloha, e aloha Blessed Jesus, Blessed Jesus Kia`i a ho`omalu mai Hear, o hear us when we pray E aloha, e aloha Blessed Jesus, Blessed Jesus Kia`i a ho`omalu mai Hear, o hear us when we pray Mai ho`oku`u i kou `ohana Early let us seek thy favor `O `auwana io i`a ne`i Early let us do thy will Ma na wahi ho`ohihia Blessed Lord and only Savior Ma na waonahele e With thy love our bosoms fill E aloha, e aloha Blessed Jesus, Blessed Jesus Ho`opa`a makou pa maika`i Thou has loved us love us still E aloha, e aloha Blessed Jesus, Blessed Jesus Ho`opa`a makou pa maika`i Thou has loved us love us still Father to Son -Brian Doerkson We both have sons with Autism. With permission from Brian, I did this on behalf of my autistic son, Jeremiah. The deeper message (kauna) is God’s love for us. (Translation by Keao NeSmith) Son, you are my treasure, son Love beyond measure fills my heart for you My son, I want to be your friend to walk close beside you till all time will end And every song you hear Pa’e mai ka leo Will whisper that my love is near I halia mai he olu Golden notes and melodies He leo pa aheahe Touching you in harmony Naue i ka pumehana Son, your life is precious, son You need to know this truth will never die My son, whenever you feel afraid When shadowy twilight falls across your way And every song you hear will whisper that my love is near Golden notes and melodies Touching you in harmony More Love, More Power/ Awesome God -J. Del Hierro/ R. Mullins (Translation by Keao NeSmith) More love, more power Keu mau, Mana nui, More of You in my life O oe mau me a’u More love, more power Keu mau, Mana nui, More of You in my life. O oe mau me a’u I will worship You with all of my heart Ho’omana wau ia ‘oe me ku’u pu’uwai And I will worship You with all of my mind Ho’omana wau ia ‘oe me ku’u mana’o And I will worship You with all of my strength Ho’omana wau ia ‘oe me ku’u ikaika For you are my Lord O ‘Oe no ka haku Our God is an awesome God Kamaha’o ke Akua He reigns from heaven above Pa mai kona mana e With wisdom power and love Keu kona aloha Our God is an awesome God Kamaha’o ke Akua Glorify thy name/Come o Lord -D,Adkins/J. Hayford (Translation by Keao NeSmith) Father we love you E Ka makua we worship and adore you Ke ho’ole’a nei au Glorify your name in all the earth Piha Ke ao nei i kou nani Glorify your name Piha ke ao nei Glorify your name Piha ke ao nei Glorify your name in all the earth Piha ke ao nei i kou nani Come O Lord and overflow us with Your love Mai e kahaku e ‘ume mai me kealoha Come O Lord and overflow us with Your love Mai e kahaku e ‘ume mai me kealoha For we bring our hearts like vessels Hi’i mai nei makou To the ever flowing stream I ka hue ukuhi ai Come O Lord and overflow us with Your Mai e kahaku e ume mai me kealoha Pule -K. Kahiapo (Translation by Keao NeSmith) Iesu maika’i kou inoa O lord how excellent you are Kou nani kou Ki’eki’e Your glory, your majesty He pono a hemolele Your righteousness and truth a’ole lua ou Cannot be compared Mililani Ia Iehova Blessed be the Lord A mau loa, amene Forever more, amen
He Touched Me -Bill Gaither Shackled by a heavy burden Neath a load of guilt and shame Then the hand of Jesus touched me And now I am no longer the same He touched me, oh he touched me And all the joy that floods my soul Something happened and now I know He touched me and made me whole Since I met this blessed savior Since he cleansed and made me whole I will never cease to praise him I’ll shout it while eternity rolls First Christmas -K.Kahiapo The time of year has come When every man woman and child Should remember what took place long ago This is where it all began The perfect gift to all The Christ child came for you and me Christmas, Oh Christmas Lets not forget why we rejoice Jesus, Oh Jesus Emmanuel God with us A savior to the world In a manger he was born A humble stable is where he lay From far and wide they came To see the newborn king With heavenly hosts began to sing Messiah, Deliverer Let all declare with one great voice Jesus, Oh Jesus Emmanuel, God with us Christmas, Oh Christmas Let’s not forget why we rejoice Jesus, Oh Jesus Was born to us on Christmas day Was born to us on Christmas day Was born to us on Christmas day I Left It All With Jesus/ Hawai’i Aloha -E.Willis/J. Mcgranahan/L. Lyons “Hawai’i Aloha” is so well-known and dear to Hawaiians, but few know that it was inspired by an old hymn, “I left it All With Jesus.” It is these two songs that compose this medley. Oh I left it all with Jesus long ago All my sins I brought him and my woe When by faith I saw him bleeding on the tree Heard his still small whisper tis for thee From my weary heart the burden rolled away Happy day! Happy day! From my weary heart the burden rolled away Happy day! Happy day! Happy day! Happy day! E hau’oli e na opio Hawai’i nei Oil e! oli e! Mai na ahe ahe makani E pa mai nei Mau ke aloha no Hawai’i Mau ke aloha no Hawai’i E Hawai’i aloha e
"Ku'u 'Aina Aloha" (My beloved land)… My mana'o (thoughts), slack key, and passion through music. Kawika's desire is to continue to perpetuate ki ho'alu (slack key guitar style), Hawaiian music, and aloha for our 'aina through his music. Kuʻu ʻAina Aloha is a mix of four original songs, three others for which he composed the music, and five cover songs, Kahiapo’s devotion to and love of Hawaiʻi and its people, land, waters, and culture are evident in his lyrics; his velvety voice painting a picture in English and Hawaiian of both his home and his passions. Kuʻu ʻAina Aloha was produced by Kahiapo. Chris Lau of Rhythm and Roots co-produced and engineered the album. Guest artists include: Chris Lau (bass); Nick Olds (percussion); Greg Sardinha (steel guitar); and LT Smooth (guitar). In addition to vocals, Kahiapo plays guitar, ʻukulele, cuatro, bass,
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and percussion. One of the album’s original songs, “Waimanalo,” composed about the place Kawika calls home, was performed on “Let’s Play Music! Slack Key with Cyril Pahinui & Friends” - a PBS TV special dedicated to the memory of Gabby "Pops" Pahinui. The song is also being aired on Hawaiian Airlines flights.
"Ku’u ‘Aina Aloha" Lyrics and stories... LAMALAMA KE KUKUI - Written by Iokepa DeSantos, as a chant, sharing enlightenment by Ke Akua. Music by Kawika Lamalama Ke Kukui (Welcoming Chant of Enlightenment) Na ‘Anakala ‘Iokepa De Santos, Lä 20 o Kēkēmapa M.H. 2006 Mālama ‘Āina This chant may be used to welcome ‘ohana and guests, or may be used to announce your arrival; sharing the enlightenment brought forth by Ke Akua. Nā kai ‘ewalu in the first verse is a poetic way to identify Hawai‘i, referring to the eight channels that are woven around the islands. In the second verse, kahe wai (flowing water) is symbolic of God’s love for us, as He showers us with His many blessings. The fourth verse identifies the arduous work and commitment in maintaining lōkahi while caring for the ‘āina and the kai, which both provide nourishment to all. These are the attributes of Mālama ‘Āina. The kualono (summit) in this verse symbolizes challenges and obstacles that are overcome in order to accomplish and maintain this delicate balance in nature, in which our ancestors believed that for every living being born to the ocean, so was a guardian was born on land. Thus, there is an abundance of plant and animal life amidst the various mountain ranges below as well as above sea level. Lamalama ke kukui o nā kai ‘ewalu, Enlightenment is displayed throughout Hawai‘i, Me he Lani Nui i ka ‘ōiwi ‘ōlino, ē. From Almighty God adorned with pure light. Ke kahe wai mai Ka ‘Iu Lani mai, The primary source being the Heavenly Host A hānai i nā ‘ohana kupa ‘āina, ē. Nurtured are the families native to this land. Ho‘oulu kaiāulu piha me ka pono, Communities are being strengthened justly, Mai Hawai‘i kua uli a i Ni‘ihau, ē. Between verdant Hawai‘i and Ni‘ihau. Ki‘eki‘e ke pi‘i i ke kualono, Ascension to the summit is achieved, O ka pō‘ai ‘ia pili me kai moana ē. That which co-exists within the ocean depths. Ha‘ina ka puana a i lohe ‘ia, Let the story be told of that which was heard, Lamalama ke kukui o nä kai ‘ewalu ë. Enlightenment is displayed throughout Hawai‘i. WAIMANALO - Lyrics and music by Kawika I was invited to be involved in a video shoot by Cyril Pahinui, featuring various artists in a back yard jam. After receiving his phone call, I wrote this song. As a resident of Waimanalo, it was easy to draw the word pictures to describe the beauty that surrounds us. There’s a place that I come from On the East side of paradise Where blue meets blue and the ocean and sky become one Where the Mountains and the sea They call out to me, come on over And the peaceful sound of the waves come rolling in Chorus: Waimanalo, No other place to be Waimanalo, Loved by all who come to see Ku’u wahi pana… Ku’u kulaiwi… Ku’u ‘aina aloha The Kupuna and the keiki Come and lay at Kaiona And the gentle breezes circle in as honu swim on by Visions of ancient days Takes me back to another time At Pahonu and Kaupo Ancestors came to know, this place so fine MOTHER EARTH - Lyrics and music by Kawika As a Board Member for Kokua Hawaii Foundation, I have had the opportunity to Emcee the Kokua Festival. One year while hosting Dave Matthews and Tim Reynolds, I was so inspired by their performance. Later that week I wrote this song to express my views regarding GMO. We can be the change. Educating our youth is key. What’s been going on Look what’s happening all around Time to make a Change Cause Change is what we need The earth was , Made to provide Don’t need no chemicals and lies Live naturally, No better place to be On Mother Earth How I love these islands And what the land can give to me Unforgotten generations And generations to be The vision of our young Will carry us along No time to waste, it’s all slipping away We gotta do what we can No DNA alteration It only causes complications Everybody knows GMO has got to go Warn every nation
KAULANA MAKAPU'U - Lyrics and music by Kawika As a resident of Waimanalo, I researched some information describing the history of the area of Kaupo, Pahonu, Kalapueo, Manana, Ka’ohika’ipu, Keanaokeakuapololi. As I gaze into the sunrise over Manana At Keanaokeakuapololi And the canopy of mist over Ka’ohika’ipu Sits above the waves that find their destiny Chorus: Kaulana o Makapu’u Kuahiwi Kukilkila ia Kaupo One look and you will find A place like no other kind Our little Heaven on earth Makapu’u At Kalapueo the wind swirls out to sea And finds it’s way down the slopes of Ka’iwi Na Kohola dancing playfully Out on the ocean blue Ke Akua made this place for Me and you 'AINA MOMONA - Written by 'Anuenue Punua/Music by Kawika This mo’olelo came to me via email from Anuenue Punua. She suggested I put music to it. This is an example of the rich legacy that is passed down through generations. It takes us on a historical journey of the Natural beauty, Kuleana, restoration and malama of He’eia for future generations. Hanohano O He’eia i ka ua nui Magnificent is He’eia with it’s great rain Halaulani kaniko’o Mololani Halaulani, Kaniko’o, Mololani Kunihi Pali’uli o Ioleka’a Lush and prominently stands Ioleka’a Ka’a maila na wai ola o uka nei Providing life giving waters from above Hia’ai kamana’o o ka ‘aina wehi Thoughts delight of it’s verdant lands Manomano ke Kalo kanu o ka ‘aina Filled with Taro fields Akahi no a ike ke pua o ka Hau The flowering of the Hau has been seen Popohe mai nei au o Meheanu When in full bloom Meheanu swims Kia’i o loko na hana Kupuna Guarded are the works of our ancestors Loko i’a piha me ka ‘ai kamaha’o Piha pond filled with wondrous foods Kamaha’o o He’eia ka’u i ‘ike Woundrous is He’eia He ‘aina momona no na kau a kau An abundant land for lasting generations HUAKA'I HELE - Written by Keao NeSmith/Music by Kawika 10/10/91 My cousin, Keao NeSmith, wrote this and I put the music to it. Keao speaks of a trip he and a few friends took Island-hopping; soaking in the beauty and making indelible memories. He haili aloha e ka huaka’i hele I remember what a great time it was to go Island hopping Hele ka’apuni na moku o Hawai’i Touring the islands of Hawai’i Ku halehale na Kuahiwi How the mountains stand Pa i kalani ki’eki’e So tall and proud Mahalo ia ho’olehua ‘aina aloha Mahalo to Ho’olehua land that I love Aloha no ia wa piha hau’oli What a great time we had there Kau holo lio e hula le’a nei Horseback riding swaying as we went He walea mai ho’i kau We enjoyed ourselves so much Kau i ka lae a’o Hilo Hanakahi We arrived at the shores of Hilo Hanakahi Kahi mana’o nui a Pana’ewa ‘ea I remember Pana’ewa well I uka o Mauna Kea i’ikea We went up to Mauna Kea and saw Keao ‘opua o kalani The blanket of clouds that filled the sky Ho’i no i ka hono o Kakuhihewa We returned to the port of Kakuhihewa A’ohe wa poina i ka pili la But I shall never forget how close we became Alia au e pulale no Maleka I pause before I leave for the big country Ku mai he auwa’a he mahoa no A fleet stands before me, my traveling companions Ha’ina ka puana he haili aloha This is my story that I shall always remember Ka leo o kalani ka mea aloha The voice that guided us from heaven that I love so much A pau i ka puni i o Kuhio la That brought us all the way back to Kuhio Ku hale hale na kuahiwi The mountains stand so tall and proud WON BY ONE - Written by Kawika We all need to make a choice to reach out and lend a hand to those who are less fortunate, have physical, neurological, and personal struggles. One by one, we CAN change lives. Somewhere, someone in need, it’s up to you and me..... Look at this world we live in It’s time we all start giving A lending hand to help A brother on his way Take a look deep inside When will we realize Follow your heart and do What we all know is right Reach out and make a choice today Somewhere someone in need It’s up to you and me We can change another life Won by one Through all the hurt and pain There can be hope again All that it takes is just Someone to care for you Give a child a little love The stuff that dreams are made of Help to heal a broken heart And make another wish come true
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"Ho'omaluhia" To make a place of peace and tranquility....(through music) Hoʻomaluhia is primarily an instrumental slack key album and features seven original and five cover songs, including the instrumental version of Jack Johnson’s award-winning song “Constellations,” from Johnson’s double platinum “In Between Dreams” album. Johnson plays alongside Kahiapo on this track. Also on the album is “Moe’s Lullabye,” a song Kahiapo wrote for Johnson’s son, Moe. The one song with vocals is Kahiapo’s take on a cover of the classic “Koke’e” by his friend the late Dennis Kamakahi. Hoʻomaluhia was produced by Kahiapo and recorded over a period of ten years, beginning at the same time he was in the studio
recording the award-winning Kaukahi album, “Life in These Islands”. The album was recorded at Jack Johnson’s Mango Tree Studio, Rhythm and Roots Recording Studio, and Rendezvous Recording Studio. It was engineered by Chris Lau and Pierre Grill.
-Moe's Lullubye by Kawika -Koke'e by Dennis Kamakahi -Iesu no ke Kahuhipa by Thrupp/Bradbury -East Side Slack Key by Kawika -On the Edge by Kawika -Honu by Kawika -Constellations by Jack Johnson -Opihi Moemoe by Leonard Kwan -Kealohi by Kawika -Moon Rising by Kawika -Pukalani Hale by Kawika -Hawai'i Aloha, music by James McGranahan