I don't know why people are fighting in comments about this song. This is a beautiful song sung by a beautiful man...How he looked is irrelevant because he had a beautiful soul...just love the music and be happy.
This dude had a true angel's voice. He was sent to earth by some greater power than all of us to prove the existence of angels. When you're an angel it doesn't matter what your physical body looks like, cos the profund impact your angelic qualities leave behind are way more important. Iz's life was short cos God (or whoever) only lends us the angels for a little while. Thank you Angel Iz.
he was a big man with a big heart!...he sang like an angel....and look how many people loved him!...all of you who posted comments about his size should be ashamed of yourselves!...wait till' you lose someone dear to you...it wont be so funny then!
Everytime I hear Israel sing this song, I smile. Such beauty and such love comes through it takes my soul far from all cares. He may not have been with us on this earth for long, but his spirit lives on! Namaste'
Watching the video of IZ brought tears to my eyes .It was very beautiful!Yesterday I ordered one of his cds.I cant wait to hear his other songs.Thank U IZ for being who u were as a kind and loving person. ❤❤❤❤❤😊
IZ. Bro, this little Scottish girl will Love you for ever. Thank you for the beautiful music. You are in my heart forever. Hawaiii is the most beautiful culture. On the planet. Love from Scotland,
because he dosnt just sing it he means it, the songs he chooses to sing are powerful. I wish I had half the hart he does/did. WOW what a soft beautiful soul. Commercial singers cant create what comes from the heart like Izy
And the reason he was large wasnt because it ran in the family or cuz he ate alot it is to hild his big heart and it was because he needed a place to hold all of the love he had for everyone and the care he gave to everyone so love him for his talent and his big heart and syop hating on him his is and alway will be better then you haters ever will!
***** he was Samoan. Samoans tend to be big people. I know this because 3 of my closest friends are Samoan. I also know they tend to become diabetic even when they're bone skinny. It's called genetic mutation. There's something in their DNA that isn't "normal" compared to most people.
When ever I listen to this wonderful version of 'OVER THE RAINBOW' , I can not help but think to myself, how amazing that such a big, big man, can have such a gentle, soft warm voice..... Brilliant song !
its the rare to hear someones voice and be calmed by it like a mother comforting a new born his voice is soothing and seems to tell you hey its gonna be ok .
This man's purpose in life was to remind people like sceptical me that something/someone greater than all of us is running this show ie. life. Iz's voice proves once and for all the existence of angels. I truly believe Iz was put on earth in this body for such a short time for a reason. The world had to hear this angel's voice and once enough of us had heard so that enough people believed, God (or whoever) took him back. Thank you Angel Iz.
OMG!!!!! One of Theeeeeeeeeeeeeee Most Beautifullll, sweet, calming, serene, mellow, touching song i have EVER heard in my Life!!! I Tear up just listening to this....so goddam beautiful! I could listen to this one day at the beach, just relaxing and keeping it irie in the Caribbean!! I am at a loss for words! What a masterpiece! RIP Angel Israel!!!
This is The version of this song, he took it to the place of the immortals, where he dwells now. Thank you man. it is artists like you the ones that really make music a living being. Gracias! te amo!
Je ne m'en lasse pas dommage qu'on connaisse cet artiste si tard! Il aurai mérité d'être plus connu, tant de douceur et une voix si belle! Paix à son âme et que la haut il continue à chanter
tears flow each time I think of Iz.....if you ever saw him; heard him, or worked together- you know......he was so amazingly wonderfully kind and spiritual..he is truly missed. Aloha, Ke Akua. And Kia Ora from New Zealand. Braddah IZ- you are loved here as well. And best wishes to John, Moon & Jerome.
Out of all the songs I've have listen to, This is the number one song that beats them all. Now I know he's in a better place not suffering no more and I know in heaven that he is still entertaining god and everyone up in heaven with his beautiful music. No one can never put him down. His legacy lives on through his music and his fans. We can only visit him in our hearts and in our dreams. R.I.P. Uncle IZ WE LOVE AND MISS YOU SO MUCH.
Thank you IZ. I just played this as we lowered my dad into his grave. He loved the song. The song is full of hope. Iz delivers it with full soul and joy. He lives. Thanks
He exuded such a joyous energy that it overcomes our prejudices--and makes us wonder why his weight doesn't affect us in the way it normally does. I cannot listen to his music without feeling joyous, peaceful, and grateful for his short time on this planet to bless us with his gifts.
Such a great voice and an emotional song. This is the BEST version of this song ever. RIP Israel. Everyone please ignore all the idiots making fat jokes. Don't reply to them and don't even thumb down their comments because that is what they want.
such beauty comes from this man. Absolute raw talent. You can tell by the way he sings and plays how much of a kind guy he is. RIP dude, such a character, such an impact on peoples life's. You deserve the best.
can't listen to this song without thinking of my home.HAWAII..this is the voice of the islands..the voice of "aloha".... cant listen to it without tearing up... no one will or can ever replace him..
You could see that he really felt the music as he played and sang...that's the kind of muscician you can respect. A good man and good music can unite people in ways nothing else can. The song is...amazing. If only everyone could listen to this, and music like it, we would all feel better and live better... It's too abd he died when I was so young. I would ahve loved to go to Hawaii someday to meet him. Just to say hi. Just to experience this beautiful music..
One of the most calming voices I have ever heard in my life, This version is with out a doubt the best and I will have it played when I die......R.I.P. IZ
I did not cry a tear when this man died. This amazing man who had touched so many people through his beautiful voice. Not one tear left my eye. But I smiled, for I knew that although an amazing man had passed on, I know his music will live on. I celebrate his life rather than mourn his death - And you should all do the same. R.I.P Bruddah Iz.
The best version of Somewhere over the rainbow that I've ever heard. What a great voice! It's so sad to know very late about Israel. It's impressive to see how many people loved him.
Eventually, a talented singer appears and makes a well known song his own. This is what Iz did, and every time I hear this beautiful song I'll think about him. Incredible!
Such a beautiful voice and shining personality is a gift from God to all of us. His life had meaning even in his death and for many generations to come. Happiness just flows from him.
WOW! I don't know when he passed away, but this is awesome! I mean this song speaks to me! I mean! I'm speechless! This song makes so much emotion rush through me like a stampede of Thunder beasts(Buffalo).I truly don't have a clue where the emotions come from. Yet I still listen to it. I honestly can't think of something to say because this song is sooo GOOD! Hay Chihuahua!
My god , the love I have for his song is impossible to express as is the the hatred and sorrow I feel when I hear this, ( it was played at my best friends funeral when he died at 12 years old )
Soy de Nicaragua, este Video esta Buenisimo y creo que es una de las canciones mas romanticas de todos los tiempos, Dios lo tenga en su reino. Felices !!!!
After my rant yesterday, I'd simply like to say that I'm totally having this as a song at my funeral, maybe as I'm being carried out or some such. This who weren't weeping before, will be crying like babies after this plays!
This is amazing. I cry most times I listen to it, it's my mom's favorite song. That such and artist can still amaze us more than a decade after his death! Look out Da Vinci! *smiles* Another great artist.
I wish I could have met him, he seems so soulful. This is the Coolest Over the rainbow version I have ever heard. God Bless his remaining friends & Family.
the first time i heard this song, i got a shiver down my spine and goosebumps, it makes you feel ralexed and makes you think if your loved ones. amazing song and an amazing guy. R.I.P IZ wish i knew you (L)
In the best thip that i Had I was going to 12 Apostolos(Australia)wth some friends and suddenly appeared a Cd on the car(it´was rented)then there was this amazing, fantastic song on cd. We hear several times. I listen this song I remember each moment and make me cry !! Still in Australia I saw the more beautiful rainbow ever! Thanks God For this kind of person and memories.
the first time I saw this video, I dreamt about it three times the night I saw it... in talking to my Elders, they said I found healing in it message... All My Relations...
You must be one of the best peoples in this crazy world!!! You make me cry when i listen your song... YOU IS THE BEST BEST BEST!!! BRAZIL lOVES YOU FRIEND R.I.P.
his funeral was such a joyous occasion. It's good to see that his music made so many people happy.
I don't know why people are fighting in comments about this song.
This is a beautiful song sung by a beautiful man...How he looked is irrelevant because he had a beautiful soul...just love the music and be happy.
Wonderful ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Perfect. Angel. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
What a man with more love than anyone could ever have for each other be good to each other and smile you are alive
chwila zapomnienia o całym świecie i wszystkich problemach słuchając tej piosenki! po prostu odlatuje daleko :)
XD jakiś Izrael śpiewa A Ty się nagrasz XD
This dude had a true angel's voice. He was sent to earth by some greater power than all of us to prove the existence of angels. When you're an angel it doesn't matter what your physical body looks like, cos the profund impact your angelic qualities leave behind are way more important. Iz's life was short cos God (or whoever) only lends us the angels for a little while. Thank you Angel Iz.
Makes me cry every time I hear this. Such a beautiful song.
Did you cry😢
Deffo. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
My wedding song. Brings tears of joy every time I hear it. Love not hate.
he was a big man with a big heart!...he sang like an angel....and look how many people loved him!...all of you who posted comments about his size should be ashamed of yourselves!...wait till' you lose someone dear to you...it wont be so funny then!
Everytime I hear Israel sing this song, I smile. Such beauty and such love comes through it takes my soul far from all cares. He may not have been with us on this earth for long, but his spirit lives on! Namaste'
Watching the video of IZ brought tears to my eyes .It was very beautiful!Yesterday I ordered one of his cds.I cant wait to hear his other songs.Thank U IZ for being who u were as a kind and loving person. ❤❤❤❤❤😊
no matter how big he got, his heart was always a million times bigger.
respect to this dude 15 years later
I. Was a. Boxer. He. Makes. Me. Cry. No. One. Else. Did. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😊❤❤😢
kiedyś to było a nie jak teraz
Beautiful man who is much loved and is missed. Peace to you Izzy. Great tribute whoever did this. Ty for posting.
IZ. Bro, this little Scottish girl will Love you for ever. Thank you for the beautiful music. You are in my heart forever.
Hawaiii is the most beautiful culture.
On the planet.
Love from Scotland,
R I P you were and still are an amazing man
I was still pretty young when he died how did he
im not sure but he is amazing and I love this song
StoneyJR2001 heart attack
Darron Howard That sucks :(
omg bless that poor guy
Why do I cry every time I listen that song
+TheMaskedKane Because you have heart \m/ respect
because he dosnt just sing it he means it, the songs he chooses to sing are powerful. I wish I had half the hart he does/did. WOW what a soft beautiful soul. Commercial singers cant create what comes from the heart like Izy
Did you cry
And the reason he was large wasnt because it ran in the family or cuz he ate alot it is to hild his big heart and it was because he needed a place to hold all of the love he had for everyone and the care he gave to everyone so love him for his talent and his big heart and syop hating on him his is and alway will be better then you haters ever will!
***** he was Samoan. Samoans tend to be big people. I know this because 3 of my closest friends are Samoan. I also know they tend to become diabetic even when they're bone skinny. It's called genetic mutation. There's something in their DNA that isn't "normal" compared to most people.
amen
Does kamakawiwo'ole sound any samoan to you?!? Braddah is 100 PERCENT HAWAIIAN
what a beautiful life ! What a beautiful song ! Overflowing with gratefulness now !
When ever I listen to this wonderful version of 'OVER THE RAINBOW' , I can not help but think to myself, how amazing that such a big, big man, can have such a gentle, soft warm voice.....
Brilliant song !
super utwór !!!!
I like how the spreading of ashes was a celebration and party of life. That's how I want my funeral/ash spreading.
This makes me cry
its the rare to hear someones voice and be calmed by it like a mother comforting a new born his voice is soothing and seems to tell you hey its gonna be ok .
IZ. Lives, and he will forever in his beautiful songs!
i love this... Israel is great inspiration to me... thank you for sharing with us your talent... RIP
mas q voz angelical mano
eh mesmo, mds
Oh Damm allergies making my eyes watery
Yeah "allergies"
Were all allergic lol
Damn, give me a days warning before shootin me in the feels
Wait what?
For reals man :(
This man's purpose in life was to remind people like sceptical me that something/someone greater than all of us is running this show ie. life. Iz's voice proves once and for all the existence of angels. I truly believe Iz was put on earth in this body for such a short time for a reason. The world had to hear this angel's voice and once enough of us had heard so that enough people believed, God (or whoever) took him back. Thank you Angel Iz.
OMG!!!!! One of Theeeeeeeeeeeeeee Most Beautifullll, sweet, calming, serene, mellow, touching song i have EVER heard in my Life!!!
I Tear up just listening to this....so goddam beautiful! I could listen to this one day at the beach, just relaxing and keeping it irie in the Caribbean!! I am at a loss for words! What a masterpiece!
RIP Angel Israel!!!
this is a song from someone who's truly content with life... its beautiful.
This is The version of this song, he took it to the place of the immortals, where he dwells now.
Thank you man. it is artists like you the ones that really make music a living being.
Gracias! te amo!
Je ne m'en lasse pas dommage qu'on connaisse cet artiste si tard! Il aurai mérité d'être plus connu, tant de douceur et une voix si belle!
Paix à son âme et que la haut il continue à chanter
Beautiful song and such an amazing person. You and your song will be remembered in the hearts of most people. Thumbs up all the way! R.I.P :)
RIP Big Fella, your still blowing people away with your amazing voice and songs. God obviously needed another angel. Rest in peace now and forever.
What a absolutely beautiful song and how amazing was that "burial" ceremony! Wow!! Respect.
tears flow each time I think of Iz.....if you ever saw him; heard him, or worked together- you know......he was so amazingly wonderfully kind and spiritual..he is truly missed. Aloha, Ke Akua. And Kia Ora from New Zealand.
Braddah IZ- you are loved here as well. And best wishes to John, Moon & Jerome.
He's like a gentle giant with an angel's voice. Hope he's happy wherever he is now.
Out of all the songs I've have listen to, This is the number one song that beats them all. Now I know he's in a better place not suffering no more and I know in heaven that he is still entertaining god and everyone up in heaven with his beautiful music. No one can never put him down. His legacy lives on through his music and his fans. We can only visit him in our hearts and in our dreams.
R.I.P. Uncle IZ WE LOVE AND MISS YOU SO MUCH.
I used this song as my opening dance on my wedding day....it brought lots of tears to the dancing floor! Love you Israel, live forever in heaven...
Thank you IZ. I just played this as we lowered my dad into his grave. He loved the song. The song is full of hope. Iz delivers it with full soul and joy. He lives.
Thanks
He exuded such a joyous energy that it overcomes our prejudices--and makes us wonder why his weight doesn't affect us in the way it normally does. I cannot listen to his music without feeling joyous, peaceful, and grateful for his short time on this planet to bless us with his gifts.
I will never get tired of watching it over and over again. It always struck me. Soo love it!
Such a great voice and an emotional song. This is the BEST version of this song ever. RIP Israel.
Everyone please ignore all the idiots making fat jokes. Don't reply to them and don't even thumb down their comments because that is what they want.
All time favourite, crystal clear soaring voice with subtle delicate tones and a simple accompaniment. The guy was class. RIP.
such beauty comes from this man. Absolute raw talent. You can tell by the way he sings and plays how much of a kind guy he is. RIP dude, such a character, such an impact on peoples life's. You deserve the best.
I love the look on Iz's face and all the people watching. It's like they all know something magical is about to happen. Can't get enough.
can't listen to this song without thinking of my home.HAWAII..this is the voice of the islands..the voice of "aloha".... cant listen to it without tearing up... no one will or can ever replace him..
Oh his voice is like an angel, He will live on in his music for ever.
Слушая эту песню мне пришла в голову мысль... как на самом деле мало надо для счастья !))) СПАСИБО
I can't see the key bord for the tears in my eyes, no word can say how beautiful that was
You could see that he really felt the music as he played and sang...that's the kind of muscician you can respect. A good man and good music can unite people in ways nothing else can.
The song is...amazing. If only everyone could listen to this, and music like it, we would all feel better and live better...
It's too abd he died when I was so young. I would ahve loved to go to Hawaii someday to meet him. Just to say hi. Just to experience this beautiful music..
One of the most calming voices I have ever heard in my life, This version is with out a doubt the best and I will have it played when I die......R.I.P. IZ
I did not cry a tear when this man died. This amazing man who had touched so many people through his beautiful voice. Not one tear left my eye. But I smiled, for I knew that although an amazing man had passed on, I know his music will live on. I celebrate his life rather than mourn his death - And you should all do the same.
R.I.P Bruddah Iz.
This song is so great. I feel warm, i feel freedom, i feel peace when i hear this. Thank you Israel.
Ashes or not, he was a great man. I am so glad he left remnants of his beautiful voice for people to hear. May he rest in peace.
What a way to go out....the way he would have wanted with thousands celebrating his life and enjoying his homeland.
God Bless You IZ
What a great video. It brought me to tears. This guy was a legend in Hawaii. And this video shows his amazing ability and style. Great job
This song gave me chills and made me teary eyed. So beautiful
Amazing tune, nobody sings it better than this man!!RIP my man
The best version of Somewhere over the rainbow that I've ever heard. What a great voice! It's so sad to know very late about Israel. It's impressive to see how many people loved him.
his voice, this video...i just love this song!!!!!!is amazing,
hugs from Galapagos Islands.
Yeah, and this is really one of the most beautifull, touching songs I can think off.
My best favorite version of this song! RIP big guy! Tnx for sharing ur gift to us! =)
i am hungary, but i heared from this man, and i lova him. he was very friendly and nice.
the best interpretation of this song so far!!! RIP man
you can tell from his voice that he had a beautiful soul. so much kindness in his voice.
@YEAAASOOONNN
Israel touches hearts still. Unfortunately some people don't have hearts, but you have one huge heart. God bless you. RIP Israel
Eventually, a talented singer appears and makes a well known song his own.
This is what Iz did, and every time I hear this beautiful song I'll think about him.
Incredible!
Such a beautiful voice and shining personality is a gift from God to all of us. His life had meaning even in his death and for many generations to come. Happiness just flows from him.
I just love it! So beautiful and I get tears every time in my eyes!
WOW! I don't know when he passed away, but this is awesome! I mean this song speaks to me! I mean! I'm speechless! This song makes so much emotion rush through me like a stampede of Thunder beasts(Buffalo).I truly don't have a clue where the emotions come from. Yet I still listen to it. I honestly can't think of something to say because this song is sooo GOOD!
Hay Chihuahua!
My god , the love I have for his song is impossible to express as is the the hatred and sorrow I feel when I hear this, ( it was played at my best friends funeral when he died at 12 years old )
sorry to hear about your friend, my condolences
awesome this makes the world a better place
this man has the sprit of god in his soul
Soy de Nicaragua, este Video esta Buenisimo y creo que es una de las canciones mas romanticas de todos los tiempos, Dios lo tenga en su reino.
Felices !!!!
After my rant yesterday, I'd simply like to say that I'm totally having this as a song at my funeral, maybe as I'm being carried out or some such. This who weren't weeping before, will be crying like babies after this plays!
OMG......This gave me chills all over.... AMAZING!
this truely shows that beauty and talent come from within. amazing.
this is one of the greatest songs i ever hear.......especially interpreted by this sir
thanks for the post
A beautiful song! So glad i discovered this film!
This is amazing. I cry most times I listen to it, it's my mom's favorite song. That such and artist can still amaze us more than a decade after his death! Look out Da Vinci! *smiles* Another great artist.
I wish I could have met him, he seems so soulful. This is the Coolest Over the rainbow version I have ever heard. God Bless his remaining friends & Family.
Thank you for this beautiful song! One of my favorites.
Wonderful song... Made me cry... Hard to listen to it it's makes me think of my Grandmother that passed a couple years ago.... Thanks you!!!!
i still have goose bumps and tears running down my face the eighth time i've watched this
It's impossible for me to listen to this song without smiling. It's so beautiful.
I love the way he sang this song. Beautiful voice.
Portugal loves this song...
One more voice gone forever...
one more angel in the sky
the first time i heard this song, i got a shiver down my spine and goosebumps, it makes you feel ralexed and makes you think if your loved ones. amazing song and an amazing guy. R.I.P IZ wish i knew you (L)
slucham codziennie witam Asiu nareszcie ktos polski
In the best thip that i Had I was going to 12 Apostolos(Australia)wth some friends and suddenly appeared a Cd on the car(it´was rented)then there was this amazing, fantastic song on cd. We hear several times. I listen this song I remember each moment and make me cry !! Still in Australia I saw the more beautiful rainbow ever! Thanks God For this kind of person and memories.
The first time I heard Israel sing this was at the end of the movie Finding Forrester. Thanks for sharing.
the first time I saw this video, I dreamt about it three times the night I saw it... in talking to my Elders, they said I found healing in it message... All My Relations...
This song is so beautiful - used it at my mom's service. Rest in peace ... much alofa.
when i'm having a bad day...nothing else gives me more peace than listening to his.
I love this song. He has such a beautiful voice. I hope he is still alive.
He was a true Hawaiian and I absolutely love him! Rest in Peace Iz, I will listen to your songs for the rest of my life.
One of the most stunningly beautiful things I've ever heard
You must be one of the best peoples in this crazy world!!! You make me cry when i listen your song...
YOU IS THE BEST BEST BEST!!! BRAZIL lOVES YOU FRIEND R.I.P.
Beautiful song sang by a beautiful person