At 3 a.m. one night in 1988, Hawaiian singer Israel Kamakawiwo'ole called a local studio and said he needed to record something right then and there. He pleaded with the engineer: "Please, can I come in? I have an idea."
Then, in a single take, Kamakawiwo'ole recorded the iconic version of "Somewhere Over The Rainbow" that would soon touch countless people across the globe. The recording, featuring just Kamakawiwo'ole's voice and ukulele, seemed to captivate everyone who heard it in a way that was utterly unforgettable.
Even after Kamakawiwo'ole died in 1997 at just 38 years old, his haunting music and his short yet inspiring life have continued to have a profound effect on people the world over.
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Feel free to reply to any comment by clicking the "Reply" button.Yes, that is a lesson in going with the inspiration when it comes, not waiting. Iz knew his health was failing and his time was limited and lucky for all of us, he made the most of it. I still remember where I was when I saw the headline with news of his death.
Julie808
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Jan 16, 2022
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Became an iconic version of the song …so sad he’s no longer making such beautiful music for us all.
Marionville
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Jan 16, 2022
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This always brings tears to my eyes. He was a good human.
Redheadedgammy
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Jan 15, 2022
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Great song! There was rather a lot of him. I pity the pall bearers.
rogerbenham
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Jan 15, 2022
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I have heard this, & it's a beautiful job of it.
Lilac-JadeCanada
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