This rendition was spectacular especially because he was very sick and going through lung cancer...now that is what you call an entertainer, not those singers that use auto tune to cover up their voices...thank you uncle Willie for blessing us with your talents and giving us your music, laughter and fun memories...
We were there that evening sitting in the blue section in the back ground. Hawaii took a beating that night, but the highlight was Willy K rendition. Those who knew of him would know he performed outside the box. At first we were like “huh”, but then we were like heck yah you go brother! The speakers in the stadium were so clear and loud that it gave us chicken skin. RIP brother William Kahaialii. 🙏🏼
I was working at Aloha Stadium that day. I remember hearing this and thinking it was the best rendition of our national anthem I ever heard. It still is the best.
I’m a 50 year old ex fighter and gym rat, and I still choke up listening to this guy belt out the song. Truly an American treasure. Hats off brother, wherever you may be. 🇺🇸
He was one awesome ukulele player and how he made a song his own, one of greats has left the building. We will truly miss you Unco Willie K and say Hi to Braddah Iz, party cuz!
What a great artist and I have alway’s loved his voice and his music ever since my Dad introduced me to him! I remember seeing him perform in Honolulu. So sad to hear you are gone, R.I.P
2:33 Hawai’i Pono’i Hawai’i Pono’i nana I kou mo’i kalani ali’i ke ali’i Hui Makua lani’e kamehameha e Na kauva e pale meka i’e Verse 1) Hawaii ponoi nana in ali’i na pua muli kou na poki’i Hui Verse 2) Hawaii ponoi eka lauhuie ‘okau hana nui euie Hui
The tune for the Hawaii State Anthem originates from the British National Anthem "God Save the Queen" since they were the first people to have contact with Hawaiians.
That’s because you know nothing bvd wearer; sing from the heart . . . no yap from the lip, nasal drip 😅😂 If you know, you know. You, no can . . . potato man
You do not improvise with anyone's National Anthem and "make it your own" as singer's do when they take license with commercial tunes. This is disrespectful and ignorant, even though Willie K. did not mean to be. Not one single note was that of the American National Anthem. It was unrecognizable. How come Willie K does not do that with aHawaiian somgs--change every note?
lol Marvin Gaye did that back in the 80's and everyone loved it. Also in Hawai'i we hold a much greater respect twords our anthem Hawai'i Pono'i than to the Star Spangled Banner.
@@galaxykidM5 Which is exactly why Hawaii should secede from the United States and give up all ties and benefits--including and especially financial ties such as tourism. With a --prevalent--attitude like that, Hawaii doesn't deserve to be part of the United States.
The Greatest “National Anthem” ever sung, Master Willie K 🤙🏽
This rendition was spectacular especially because he was very sick and going through lung cancer...now that is what you call an entertainer, not those singers that use auto tune to cover up their voices...thank you uncle Willie for blessing us with your talents and giving us your music, laughter and fun memories...
OMG. I love this. Not many voices can make you feel exactly how they are feeling when they feel. But he nails it
The best National Anthem ever! Love this! RIP Willie K.
We were there that evening sitting in the blue section in the back ground. Hawaii took a beating that night, but the highlight was Willy K rendition. Those who knew of him would know he performed outside the box. At first we were like “huh”, but then we were like heck yah you go brother! The speakers in the stadium were so clear and loud that it gave us chicken skin. RIP brother William Kahaialii. 🙏🏼
I was working at Aloha Stadium that day. I remember hearing this and thinking it was the best rendition of our national anthem I ever heard. It still is the best.
I was at Aloha Stadium when he performed this rendition of the National Anthem. Love it. R.I.P Brother Willie K.
Rest in Aloha to this beautiful legend...😭🙏🏽🥺❤
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Willie was one of a kind - RIP
Dunno how much times I had watch this, but I still cry when I watch um. Uncle Willie is one Hawaiian Treasure. Rest in Aloha uncle Willie K.
Our Nation needs more Aloha right now!! Mahalo Willie K...
Aloha, Uncle Willie.
We were there . . . You were amazing . . . Rest in His peace and the Aloha of us who miss and love you ❤
Mahalo nui loa, Hawaiian ❤
Fabulous!! I usually don't like when folks mess with the Anthem but, this was something special. You, sir, are quite something!!!!!
Anna Pizzolato - I was thinking the same thing as I was watching & came to the comments to see if anyone else thought the same. 🤙
Agreed!!!! Anything less than this would've been uncivilized!!!
Rest in peace and aloha Uncle Willie K! You will always be on our hearts.
Rest easy Uncle 🥺❤️
Such a beautiful rendition
I absolutely love this rendition!! One of a kind 🤙🏼
What a legend! Rest in Love uncle Willie.
This version is STUNNING. Absolutely STUNNING.
The best rendition I’ve ever heard. You will be missed Willie K. Rip
Rest In Love uncle Wille K❤🙏
Brother Willie you got this, you enhanced this song so beautiful. Mahalo
Absolutely beautiful, brought tears to my eyes
We lost one of the best today... too sad... A Hui Hou Bruddah! A true Musicman Icon from Maui who crossed all genres.
How is this not on tiktok or instagram?? Represent Hawaii style!!
Rest in Love and Aloha Uncle Willie! :(
Ooh chicken skin when he sang Hawaii Pono e.. Love you uncle.
so amazing
you never know how much you miss someone until they are gone, much love Uncle Willie K
R.I.P 🙏🏽😔 been hearing this man on the radio since I was a youngin
I’m a 50 year old ex fighter and gym rat, and I still choke up listening to this guy belt out the song. Truly an American treasure. Hats off brother, wherever you may be. 🇺🇸
This was a great rendition of the National Anthem! RIP😢
He was one awesome ukulele player and how he made a song his own, one of greats has left the building. We will truly miss you Unco Willie K and say Hi to Braddah Iz, party cuz!
The most beautiful rendition i have ever heard!!❤️
Made me cry! RIP Braddah Willie!
Way to go Willie! Absolutely beautiful rendition! God bless you with your cancer battle and God bless America!!
Mahalo uncle , may you Rest In Peace and than you for all the memorable evenings at Dukes Canoe club! You will be missed braddah🤙🏽
Wish I got an opportunity to see this beautiful man perform. Love this!
Awesome rendition! Loved it
Legendary Singer✨
RIP Willie K. I’m from Alabama, and just thinking of him makes me miss Hawai’i. I’d do anything to go back.
😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊My soul is smiling.
Imua all Hawaii!!!!! Aloha to all our famous performers who have touched souls.....RIP!!!!
Amazing. Just amazing. RIP.
Such a talented musician, and an amazing tenor.
O-Holy Night will never sound so good to me, other than Pavorotti.
God rest his soul. I miss Willie and the Barefoot Natives so much.
If he performed this at the superbowl everybody be tripping out how good this is.best to ever do it
SPECTACULAR
Best version of all time.
What a great artist and I have alway’s loved his voice and his music ever since my Dad introduced me to him! I remember seeing him perform in Honolulu.
So sad to hear you are gone, R.I.P
awsome voice really like his version
God Bless Maui and Willie K
Rest In Peace Uncle Willie K 🙏🏽😭💙😞🤙🏽
God bless you Willie!
1st time to see this. & it’s truly beautiful. You can feel the oHana ! Mahalo Willie K !
We all love you! Willie K R.I.P and that was just amazing!!
Made me cry as much as Whitney’s version. Beautiful.
Hans down da friggin awsumest rendition ever sung god bless u 🤓😳🤙🤪😜😀😃😍😎🥴🙄😊😁
I was there... Tears in my eyes...
Wow!!!!
I miss Hawaii.. R. I. P.
Mahalo for your music RIP unko Willie 🤙🏾
Nani Mele Uncle Willie♥️🌺🌴🇺🇸
Beautiful rendition!
The Great Willie K!!!!!! Peace in Heaven......
Amazing
Willie K see yah in Heaven Bra soon. Maranatha
RIP there will never be another WIllie K
Nicely done!
I always find my way back to this video to listen to that beautiful rendition that would even make the most Anti-American cry with patriotism lol.
RIP uncle
Dedicated to Mazie Hirono. You don't know aloha until you know the truth of Willie and his faith, hope and love.
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RIP Uncle Willie.
R.I.L Uncle Willie 🙏🤙
2:33 Hawai’i Pono’i
Hawai’i Pono’i nana I kou mo’i kalani ali’i ke ali’i
Hui
Makua lani’e kamehameha e Na kauva e pale meka i’e
Verse 1)
Hawaii ponoi nana in ali’i na pua muli kou na poki’i
Hui
Verse 2)
Hawaii ponoi eka lauhuie ‘okau hana nui euie
Hui
YOU DID IT HWYN!
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Aloha Willie braddah RIP
Uncle Willie K.
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1:57 🥺❤️🔥🇺🇸
Namasté
Who are the 7 jerks that put thumbs down?
Hana Hou
Willie K's O Holy Night. Tis the season to check out one of his best! ruclips.net/video/vjcSUGKbCaA/видео.html
Chicken skin !!!! We love you willie!!!!
What was the Hawaiian song he sang at the end of the video?
Hawai'i Pono'i. Hawai'i state anthem.
The tune for the Hawaii State Anthem originates from the British National Anthem "God Save the Queen" since they were the first people to have contact with Hawaiians.
MEAN!
Hawaii lost a great one.
Never heard that song before, not our national anthem.
That’s because you know nothing bvd wearer; sing from the heart . . . no yap from the lip, nasal drip 😅😂
If you know, you know.
You, no can . . . potato man
You do not improvise with anyone's National Anthem and "make it your own" as singer's do when they take license with commercial tunes. This is disrespectful and ignorant, even though Willie K. did not mean to be. Not one single note was that of the American National Anthem. It was unrecognizable. How come Willie K does not do that with aHawaiian somgs--change every note?
Well he did, and it made your anthem mo betta.
Mahaoi haole 😤👊
lol Marvin Gaye did that back in the 80's and everyone loved it. Also in Hawai'i we hold a much greater respect twords our anthem Hawai'i Pono'i than to the Star Spangled Banner.
@@galaxykidM5 Which is exactly why Hawaii should secede from the United States and give up all ties and benefits--including and especially financial ties such as tourism. With a --prevalent--attitude like that, Hawaii doesn't deserve to be part of the United States.
@@christiewagner3995 "doesn't deserve to be part of the US" lol why you overthrow and annex us then if you dont want us?
@@christiewagner3995 your a fricking clown thank God u don't live in Hawaii clown
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