Junior Maile is part Tongan, part Samoan, like myself and most Tongans. We are very mixed with the Samoan people. Junior and I both shared stages during the Olympic Games in Salt Lake City, Utah in 2002. He is legitimately one of the most talented, humble, genuinely good people I have ever had the pleasure to perform with. We had our own individual sets, so I would watch him when my set was done. He is a bright light in the Polynesian musical world, both as a secular artist and as a spiritual leader. Iam's interpretation of this song was very good and his performances throughout American Idol, has made our small nation extremely proud. We, Tongans, are sprinkled throughout communities all over the world and I must confess, many Tongans have the gift of song. I've rarely met a Tongan who could not sing well, and the harmonies at our Church services, and especially funerals are so intricate and layered beautifully, they bring the listener to tears. I guess when God placed us on those tropical islands between Aotearoa and Samoa, he sprinkled a little pixie dust in our vocal abilities. Lol! Thank you Brother for your dear coverage of Iam, and using your positive, loving nature to make this world a better place. Malo aupito and Ofa lahi atu! 🌴🌴🌴💝🙏🌴🌴🌴
Junior had a similar experience , his brother passed away and he stopped singing for awhile. Im glad he started singing again, he has such a beautiful voice like Ian. ❤
BEAUTIFUL, SHOW RIGGED NOT SO !!! This is what he did before the American Idol, so all you haters give him a Life! He does not have to prove HIMSELF !!! THAT WAS A BEAUTIFUL SONG! THANKS FOR POSTING THIS ❤.......
He's mixed up with the Tonga Language he's deserve to win he's joyful to watch him singing I stopped watching American idol long time but I start to watch because of Iam he's a humble young man and he's handsome love him wishing him all the best God Bless 🙌 🙏 ❤
I totally agree. At the age of 15, no more than 16 how can he touch our hearts so deeply? Iam can achieve this goal with only his magnificent voice and his skilled guitar playing. He is so natural. Junior's version is wonderful, but it was not as natural. For me, there were too many runs. Even though Junior had his guitar, other instruments, and background singers, I preferred Ian's rendition. His voice is so soothing.
He is having a come back concert here in Hawaii @ Turtle Bay Resort on July 1st. He will be singing side by side with the original singer of "Don't let go" Sprawnbreeze. I'm excited to go ❤
Junior wrote a beautiful song and the tongan language in it was such a lovely surprise. Iam's version is lovely because his voice is so melodic on it''s own.
Feeling of empathy , love and much more! Awesome singers! Iam - how super blessed you are! What a bright future you have! You inspire millions of us. God Bless you and your family ! 🙏❤️
I am at a loss for words. The first young man was wonderful. Iam rendered me speechless, because when he sings I can feel the love of God and man in my spirit. At 18, I don't know how he embodies so much passion in his performances. I pray that this world won't extinguish such a unique light. Does anyone know when Iam recorded this video?
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This is my first time listening to Junior M., always love boyziimen and yes Junior's vocal has that beautiful resemblance, and up-down range. Great ears indeed! Thanks for pointing that out. ❤
It's only cause IAM is younger not knowing he knows the pain of the words of this song. But he sings from old soul. Yes I'm biased by IAM sorry tell me the contest was rigged but listen I'm an IAM TONGI obsessed fan IAM TONGI and mom dad are my family. Feeling IAM heart younger style. I'm in awe. Thank you for giving us this. Yes the first original was great still had chills. Don't get me wrong. But. IAM is young. Only was that his pain is not losing from a relationship of love but tragedy of losing father. Which pain is pain great example of genres IAM can sing numbers. And the alphabet. Luv U ur Jojo 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹 friends 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹
@@irisbradley5780 thank you for helping me. It's ticks me off people insulting him I feel so blessed I'll never get the chance to meet him but I know him he's a great human being Rodney his dad is with him always. Luv U ur Jojo thank you 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜 IAM TONGI 4 ever 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜
Thanks sooo much for this UPLOAD. As long as IAM DOESN'T SING OR DO ANYTHING with Magan or Colin or Oliver Steele. I am happy Because of the lies that, were told SAYING that, the show was rigged. I will b seeing you CAME 2 MIND & BOYS 2 MEN YES IT MOST EXPRESSLY CAME 2 MIND.
There's something special about Iam's vocal when he sings the 'ilander dialec idk, it gives me the feel. His vibrato, the cry? the Iam style, lol The original singer is good, don't get me wrong, he's a pro, but wait for Iam's album, he will evolve vocally and polished, (he will kick as*) as he has 'handlers now, he's gonna be busy this year I'm sure, I can't wait to see what he's 'up to post AI.
I love IAM TONGI 🙌 No disrespect to Junior, I feel IAM delivered the song clearly, and you're absolutely right about IAM being clear and sang it with justice 👍
Thank you so muchhhh!!!!!! It amazes me that people don’t have a glue at all the abilities that Iam instills, especially that he has had them since such a very young age. And the more we thirst for the real Iam the more amazing, beautiful, and talented he is. Yes we know now what Rodney seen in Iam and why he pushed him to his last days. He saw what were just getting glimpses of. I think that both singer were great in their own right, I just happen to like Iam’s approach and music, and voice better. And he’s such a baby!!I can’t imagine what I did before Iam first audition because I wake up listening and watching him and the same at night. He makes my day brighter, happier and takes my pain away. He bring me into Gods world always. I feel sorry for any human that chooses not to soak up the goodness Iam has to give. I hope that Iam knows how much we love, adore and thank him for giving so much of hisself to us. I don’t think he ever runs out of gas. Thank you for all your hard work and love you put in providing us with these wonderful program. Hope you liked my shirts!!
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Very nice. Iam is younger here, maybe 16, I totally love the acoustic version of Iam because I can completely understand the words . Iam’s is clearer and it’s probably produced music instead of acoustic only. Very nice 👍
Thanks Ellory, id not heard this song from either of them. Its crazy how much Iam's video sounded clearer than a produced video clip... Beautiful as always Iam ❤❤
Both are equally excellent and different. Love this Song: Thankful for The 🎶Notes🎵! I am Happ Happ I found your Channel during AI: You turned me on to Iam Tongi and was thrilled to Vote for Mr Velvet! deb in T🌏WURVille, SC🎶🎵🎶 06/06/2023 *I Love Iam Tongi's Hair💛*
Thank you for doing this reaction to Junior Maile and Iam Tongi. Here is my translation of the chorus for Counting Stars. Chorus: Siʻi konga koulá Kuo tō ki moaná Kuo langa pea uhu ʻO laui toʻutangatá My cherished golden gem, Has fallen into the depths of the vast sea, Bringing intense and profound sorrow, That lasts through many generations.
love it love it. listening to this before work. his voice inspires me and keeps me going positively. he is surely here to make a difference. God Bless you Iam. You were sent by God himself to bring some joy and peace in this world with your music. Thank you for continuing to play his music. It helps me each day. :)
You need to go to Honolulu Oahu Hawaii IAM Tongi is the HEADLINER for the JULY 4th.concert but it's gonna be on July 1st.n July 2nd. It will be great thank you for your reaction love n support to our Favorite Amazing Incredible Beautiful ANGEL SUPERSTAR.
My dad was pure Samoan from American Samoan and struggled with English, but when you jumped in his truck, all you heard was country and he sang it as if he was born in the most rural areas of Texas or Kentucky. I hear the similarities with Hawaiian/Samoan/Tongan reggae, and I hear country. Maoli is a great example of this. Iam, you are in your own lane. I wanted you to sing with Josh Tatofi, but you two have distinct differences. I thank God for both of you.
Other part of the song is in Tongan! I recommend you check out an original by Junior Maile “When I’m gone” it’s like a letter to his kids for when he is gone from this earth. It’s very meaningful… Would love to see your reaction to another poly artist Stan Walkers Ultralight beam, Don’t dream it’s over, Amazing Grace. Guaranteed you ain’t never heard Amazing Grace like this. Just be ready he gonna take you to church!!! You can thank me later!!
I reacted to 2 of the 3 already ☺️ My reaction to Stan Walker's "Amazing Grace" - ua-cam.com/video/U6-3ywZj3Ks/v-deo.html My reaction to Stan Walker's "Ultralight Beam" - ua-cam.com/video/MW-ByxVcD-8/v-deo.html Let me know what you think. ♥️ Thanks for taking the time to watch the video and leave a comment. 🌎🤙🏽
@@errolsteadfast Love your react to both Stan's "Amazing Grace" & "Ultralight Beam" ...its like shut-the-front door with "Purple Rain"...he sang it on Oz Idol 🫶
@@errolsteadfastyeah that's where I am at in that to the dude that originally say this was good and a vary cool guy as he was so excited to hear his song in the idol
Yessa one of my faves from Junior Maile.. It was a mix of everything..unique..wow you sure are going all Iam on me...live it though....watching from Sydney Australia
Thought you would be interested to know that Iam Tongi will headline a Turtle Bay concert on Oahu. Iam Tongi will perform on July 1, the first day of Ohana Day 2023, which is now a two-day concert to be held at Turtle Bay Resort. Maybe you'll go to the concert?
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Iams ability to clearly define the melody in these nuanced songs is remarkable I love junior so much, but Iams version is so much more Gorgeous Keep these coming
I like both versions, but when Iam sings his take on other covers I seem to like his version better. Good vid though, love that the Iam journey continues. Yessuh !!❤❤
We need diftent coulters to a song both were good Iam has the diftent vibe to a song like he personally wrote this song I can't wait for him to drop his CD I like his autograph
There's another counting stars sung by the lead singer from marun 5 .yeah the song counting stars have the steal guitar in it that made it sound county Iam Tongi gave it a Hawaian flair to the song both were good singers brah thanks for posting .don't tell my wife but, when Iam Tongi drops his cd I will be getting it .
Iam is headlining his first concert ( Ohana Day )in Hawaii on July 1, 2023 at Turtle Bay, where he had his homecoming concert. Great music, mahalo and alooooha 🤙🏾
Island reggae would not exist without the Legendary Bob Marley and the Wailers, Peter Tosh, Gregory Isaac's and the many reggae artists that that have come before that had paved the way for a positive vibration throughout the world. Thank you!!!
I’m sorry no disrespect but Iam sings these songs better than alot of the owners in the way he tells the story is very captivating. He sings the story to you, he’s special that one.
Good question. I agree with you that he doesn't need it. At certain points it is too much. But if I'm being honest, when it's not too much, I do kind of like it. It gives me the feeling of a choir or something backing him up but again not like he needs it. 💯 Thanks for taking the time to watch the video and leave a comment. 🌎🤙🏽
It's all good.🤗 Try to quickly let that bummed feeling go. This is just the beginning of his illustrious career and we have many more opportunities to look forward to! ✊🏽
We can count on you for video like this to modify the meaning of songs versions great deliver to understand in the story.please we appreciate you.for doing this .with out your video your channel I don't even know. Thank you.❤️❤️❤️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
"Maile" is like saying Mile but instead of saying Mile you saying Maile (ee_ another example is "Life" sound it like "laife". In Tongan you pronounce the word just like it spells out "Maile" sounds it like "My"-lee. I hope it makes sense here for you.
Very beautiful love song. They both sing it in English n in Tongan. Both Golden voices n story teller. You are right now Iam voice is very mature if he re record his version now, it is going to be sky rocketing on UA-cam. The lyric is so emotional. What else do I have to say 😊😢😊😢
Wow toko thanks for that little bit of knowledge and i know you guyz are so humble but i know you got skills too. Also liked you mentioning how the " Neisian" culture are all good singers i have friends on Oahu that families or church choir typed kill some awesome Angelic Harmonies thnx for Sharing brah. 🤙
Junior Maile is part Tongan, part Samoan, like myself and most Tongans. We are very mixed with the Samoan people. Junior and I both shared stages during the Olympic Games in Salt Lake City, Utah in 2002. He is legitimately one of the most talented, humble, genuinely good people I have ever had the pleasure to perform with. We had our own individual sets, so I would watch him when my set was done. He is a bright light in the Polynesian musical world, both as a secular artist and as a spiritual leader. Iam's interpretation of this song was very good and his performances throughout American Idol, has made our small nation extremely proud. We, Tongans, are sprinkled throughout communities all over the world and I must confess, many Tongans have the gift of song. I've rarely met a Tongan who could not sing well, and the harmonies at our Church services, and especially funerals are so intricate and layered beautifully, they bring the listener to tears. I guess when God placed us on those tropical islands between Aotearoa and Samoa, he sprinkled a little pixie dust in our vocal abilities. Lol! Thank you Brother for your dear coverage of Iam, and using your positive, loving nature to make this world a better place. Malo aupito and Ofa lahi atu! 🌴🌴🌴💝🙏🌴🌴🌴
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Couldn’t have said it better. Malo toko. 🙏🏽🤙🏽
God also sprinkled a little extra love, respect, humility and dance on our islands 😊
That Tongan part in the chorus is lit 💖💖 i'm proud of our Tongan artists Iam and Junior Maile 😊 thanks for reacting 😊
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Junior had a similar experience , his brother passed away and he stopped singing for awhile. Im glad he started singing again, he has such a beautiful voice like Ian. ❤
BEAUTIFUL, SHOW RIGGED NOT SO !!! This is what he did before the American Idol, so all you haters give him a Life! He does not have to prove HIMSELF !!! THAT WAS A BEAUTIFUL SONG! THANKS FOR POSTING THIS ❤.......
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Brilliant cover Iam you are amazing ❤❤❤❤❤ you own it angel ❤❤❤❤absolutely beautiful ❤❤❤❤
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He's mixed up with the Tonga Language he's deserve to win he's joyful to watch him singing I stopped watching American idol long time but I start to watch because of Iam he's a humble young man and he's handsome love him wishing him all the best God Bless 🙌 🙏 ❤
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This guy can take a McDonald commercial and make it a hit song🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
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That cool islands style 🤙
I totally agree. At the age of 15, no more than 16 how can he touch our hearts so deeply? Iam can achieve this goal with only his magnificent voice and his skilled guitar playing. He is so natural. Junior's version is wonderful, but it was not as natural. For me, there were too many runs. Even though Junior had his guitar, other instruments, and background singers, I preferred Ian's rendition. His voice is so soothing.
He is having a come back concert here in Hawaii @ Turtle Bay Resort on July 1st. He will be singing side by side with the original singer of "Don't let go" Sprawnbreeze. I'm excited to go ❤
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Junior wrote a beautiful song and the tongan language in it was such a lovely surprise. Iam's version is lovely because his voice is so melodic on it''s own.
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Thanks for your reactions to these two great artists,god bless you my brother.
I enjoyed Iam' s interspersing of his native language in the lyrics.
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Im tongi has it. I think no matter what song tongi sings, he has it. Love both . But I love im tongi venison. 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉.
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Lionel Ritchie said it best.. I heard and understood every word and relate better to the story... special special special
Feeling of empathy , love and much more! Awesome singers!
Iam - how super blessed you are! What a bright future you have! You inspire millions of us. God Bless you and your family ! 🙏❤️
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I just cant get enough of his singing
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That Tongan Part is on 🔥 Thanks for the Reaction😊
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I am at a loss for words. The first young man was wonderful. Iam rendered me speechless, because when he sings I can feel the love of God and man in my spirit. At 18, I don't know how he embodies so much passion in his performances. I pray that this world won't extinguish such a unique light. Does anyone know when Iam recorded this video?
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I think he’s only 15-16.
This is my first time listening to Junior M., always love boyziimen and yes Junior's vocal has that beautiful resemblance, and up-down range. Great ears indeed! Thanks for pointing that out. ❤
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Absolutely Brilliant Iam is very special God's gift truly ❤❤❤
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It's only cause IAM is younger not knowing he knows the pain of the words of this song. But he sings from old soul. Yes I'm biased by IAM sorry tell me the contest was rigged but listen I'm an IAM TONGI obsessed fan IAM TONGI and mom dad are my family. Feeling IAM heart younger style. I'm in awe. Thank you for giving us this. Yes the first original was great still had chills. Don't get me wrong. But. IAM is young. Only was that his pain is not losing from a relationship of love but tragedy of losing father. Which pain is pain great example of genres IAM can sing numbers. And the alphabet. Luv U ur Jojo 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹 friends 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹
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The.public picked him what they're saying about rigged is stupidity
@@irisbradley5780 thank you for helping me. It's ticks me off people insulting him I feel so blessed I'll never get the chance to meet him but I know him he's a great human being Rodney his dad is with him always. Luv U ur Jojo thank you 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜 IAM TONGI 4 ever 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜
No doubt IAM has an excellent voice worthy of being the winner for American Idol!
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Iam is an amazing young man love his voice
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Thanks sooo much for this UPLOAD.
As long as IAM DOESN'T SING OR DO ANYTHING with Magan or Colin or Oliver Steele.
I am happy
Because of the lies
that, were told SAYING that, the show was rigged. I will b seeing you CAME 2 MIND & BOYS 2 MEN
YES IT MOST EXPRESSLY
CAME 2 MIND.
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Both are great Singers....IAM just sings magical ❤
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They both are such wonderful singers ❤❤
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Iam Tongi’s voice is really magnificent, I like Iam’s version.
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I totally agree with you! I felt it inmy soul when Iam sang it!
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There's something special about Iam's vocal when he sings the 'ilander dialec idk, it gives me the feel. His vibrato, the cry? the Iam style, lol The original singer is good, don't get me wrong, he's a pro, but wait for Iam's album, he will evolve vocally and polished, (he will kick as*) as he has 'handlers now, he's gonna be busy this year I'm sure, I can't wait to see what he's 'up to post AI.
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It’s dosing matter what Tongi sing I LOVE HIM 🎉🎉🎉🎉😘
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I love IAM TONGI 🙌 No disrespect to Junior, I feel IAM delivered the song clearly, and you're absolutely right about IAM being clear and sang it with justice 👍
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❤❤we have so much talent in our beautiful islands, hoping the rest of the world can see us❤❤❤
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Great content :) Iam is absolute magic! I cannot wait to see a live show!
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You are listening to a future star. Would love to hear Iam and Amira sing together.
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Thank you so muchhhh!!!!!! It amazes me that people don’t have a glue at all the abilities that Iam instills, especially that he has had them since such a very young age. And the more we thirst for the real Iam the more amazing, beautiful, and talented he is. Yes we know now what Rodney seen in Iam and why he pushed him to his last days. He saw what were just getting glimpses of. I think that both singer were great in their own right, I just happen to like Iam’s approach and music, and voice better. And he’s such a baby!!I can’t imagine what I did before Iam first audition because I wake up listening and watching him and the same at night. He makes my day brighter, happier and takes my pain away. He bring me into Gods world always. I feel sorry for any human that chooses not to soak up the goodness Iam has to give. I hope that Iam knows how much we love, adore and thank him for giving so much of hisself to us. I don’t think he ever runs out of gas. Thank you for all your hard work and love you put in providing us with these wonderful program. Hope you liked my shirts!!
I loved them! Did you get them all from Mahalo Shoots or did you get some somewhere else?
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Love your reaction on junior and Iam. Love the song💕Love them both and yes Iam was clearer.
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Very nice. Iam is younger here, maybe 16, I totally love the acoustic version of Iam because I can completely understand the words . Iam’s is clearer and it’s probably produced music instead of acoustic only. Very nice 👍
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Wow!!! Beautiful singing by both.. Iam is the best
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Thanks Ellory, id not heard this song from either of them. Its crazy how much Iam's video sounded clearer than a produced video clip...
Beautiful as always Iam ❤❤
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Both are equally excellent and different. Love this Song: Thankful for The 🎶Notes🎵! I am Happ Happ I found your Channel during AI: You turned me on to Iam Tongi and was thrilled to Vote for Mr Velvet! deb in T🌏WURVille, SC🎶🎵🎶 06/06/2023
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shout out to the love of Iams hair, we love it too ♥
I love Iam Tongi in any song but Junior Maile is just one of those people in the planet that is completely incomparable when it comes to this song.
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iam was 16 when he sang this song so beautifully with only an acoustic guitar, what you listened is our NEW Superstar to date♥
Thank you for doing this reaction to Junior Maile and Iam Tongi. Here is my translation of the chorus for Counting Stars.
Chorus:
Siʻi konga koulá
Kuo tō ki moaná
Kuo langa pea uhu
ʻO laui toʻutangatá
My cherished golden gem,
Has fallen into the depths of the vast sea,
Bringing intense and profound sorrow,
That lasts through many generations.
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That's a beautiful translation thank you 😊
My golden idol.
Has slip in to the abyss
Inflicted me pain and sorrow
That’ll lasted generations
My lava and kava version Tulou moe haa ako lol
love it love it. listening to this before work. his voice inspires me and keeps me going positively. he is surely here to make a difference. God Bless you Iam. You were sent by God himself to bring some joy and peace in this world with your music. Thank you for continuing to play his music. It helps me each day. :)
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Yessah❣️Your comparison review comments were spot on with my thinking. For me, Iam Tongi clearly hit the feeling zone🥹❣️🌺 14:25 😉🤙🏼🌺✌🏻
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You need to go to Honolulu Oahu Hawaii IAM Tongi is the HEADLINER for the JULY 4th.concert but it's gonna be on July 1st.n July 2nd. It will be great thank you for your reaction love n support to our Favorite Amazing Incredible Beautiful ANGEL SUPERSTAR.
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Iam you’re still my star winner... that was beautiful and soulful loved it
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Wonderful job on a beautiful song.
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My dad was pure Samoan from American Samoan and struggled with English, but when you jumped in his truck, all you heard was country and he sang it as if he was born in the most rural areas of Texas or Kentucky. I hear the similarities with Hawaiian/Samoan/Tongan reggae, and I hear country. Maoli is a great example of this. Iam, you are in your own lane. I wanted you to sing with Josh Tatofi, but you two have distinct differences. I thank God for both of you.
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Beautiful song
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Other part of the song is in Tongan! I recommend you check out an original by Junior Maile “When I’m gone” it’s like a letter to his kids for when he is gone from this earth. It’s very meaningful…
Would love to see your reaction to another poly artist Stan Walkers Ultralight beam, Don’t dream it’s over, Amazing Grace. Guaranteed you ain’t never heard Amazing Grace like this. Just be ready he gonna take you to church!!! You can thank me later!!
Agree!! And, Stan's cover of Prince's "Purple Rain"...best version ever - he's da bomb!!
I reacted to 2 of the 3 already ☺️
My reaction to Stan Walker's "Amazing Grace" - ua-cam.com/video/U6-3ywZj3Ks/v-deo.html
My reaction to Stan Walker's "Ultralight Beam" - ua-cam.com/video/MW-ByxVcD-8/v-deo.html
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@@errolsteadfast Love your react to both Stan's "Amazing Grace" & "Ultralight Beam" ...its like shut-the-front door with "Purple Rain"...he sang it on Oz Idol 🫶
@Iri - I'll have to check that one out!
You are on spot with your reaction. Iam was very clearer on his Tongan part, my opinion. Both very awesome.
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They both sang that song beautifully. I did however understand every word that Iam sang. I really enjoyed both.
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👊🏻👍🏻 yes IAM has a very clear voice. Thank you for sharing. Both are 👌🏻cheers!
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Iam Tongi sang the cool down great better than the original dint u think?
I can't definitively decide between the two of them. 🤷🏽♂️ I loved them both! I may tend to lean more towards Iam's voice more.
@@errolsteadfastyeah that's where I am at in that to the dude that originally say this was good and a vary cool guy as he was so excited to hear his song in the idol
Iam can sing the alphabet and it’ll be a hit.
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Yessa one of my faves from Junior Maile..
It was a mix of everything..unique..wow you sure are going all Iam on me...live it though....watching from Sydney Australia
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10K views in 14 hours. Sooo good. But my question is with so many views why only 782 likes. Come on people let’s ramp up the likes. LETS GO !!!!!❤❤
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Thought you would be interested to know that Iam Tongi will headline a Turtle Bay concert on Oahu. Iam Tongi will perform on July 1, the first day of Ohana Day 2023, which is now a two-day concert to be held at Turtle Bay Resort. Maybe you'll go to the concert?
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Iams ability to clearly define the melody in these nuanced songs is remarkable
I love junior so much, but Iams version is so much more Gorgeous
Keep these coming
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Iam Tongi is on another level. ❤️
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I like both versions, but when Iam sings his take on other covers I seem to like his version better. Good vid though, love that the Iam journey continues. Yessuh !!❤❤
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The beauty of expression in music.. go go Iam!
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We need diftent coulters to a song both were good Iam has the diftent vibe to a song like he personally wrote this song I can't wait for him to drop his CD I like his autograph
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There's another counting stars sung by the lead singer from marun 5 .yeah the song counting stars have the steal guitar in it that made it sound county Iam Tongi gave it a Hawaian flair to the song both were good singers brah thanks for posting .don't tell my wife but, when Iam Tongi drops his cd I will be getting it .
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Junior Maile reminds me of Aaron Nevile if I am SPELLING it correctly
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Iam gives us understanding of any song he sings .
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They are both awesome singers but iam is number one
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Lava you IAM always❤❤❤
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Beautiful song! Both versions were so very well done! I agree with you, Ian was clearer.
And 😊 I love this channel❤
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Iam is headlining his first concert ( Ohana Day )in Hawaii on July 1, 2023 at Turtle Bay, where he had his homecoming concert. Great music, mahalo and alooooha 🤙🏾
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Island reggae would not exist without the Legendary Bob Marley and the Wailers, Peter Tosh, Gregory Isaac's and the many reggae artists that that have come before that had paved the way for a positive vibration throughout the world. Thank you!!!
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There's nothing Iam can't sing🙏👍👌❤❤
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WOW this was another amazing video reaction! What a great song, it was awesome to see the original as well as Iam's 🥰
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Iam is just great at what he does ❤
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God put iam in our path for a reason
Great job
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Bro, you need to move or come to Hawaii. All our music here In Hawaii, has feelings and meaning's.
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That was his favorite song of Iam , I have watched in his vlog . Beautiful song wow love it
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Love Iam's singing/rendition
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Oh my gosh! I always smile when I watch Iam. He is inspired.
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I love this so much, he sounds great in any language 😊
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IAM VOICE IS AWESOME, the only thing is some of his Songs are too Short,😢😢
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Please please do more reactions to Juuniah lol.
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Country music came from Hawaii and mainland people do not want to admit it..lap steel , paniolos...
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I’m sorry no disrespect but Iam sings these songs better than alot of the owners in the way he tells the story is very captivating. He sings the story to you, he’s special that one.
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Wooooowwww!!!❤❤thats really beautiful❤❤❤🥰🥰
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The Tongan version is so deep. Dang tears. Great job Junior and Iam! Proud of you guys!!
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This when he was 16 or 17, singing in his living room. What would he sound like now in a studio?
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I wanted to ask do you think the producers to Iam's new songs are putting to much echo on his voice? I dont think he needs it.
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Junior Maile is a Tongan the chorus is Tongan version
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You pronounced "Maile" perfectly.
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And yet another new one for the playlists. Awesome work yet again.
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@TWURlM I'm kinda bummed. Iam, Colin, and Megan, plus others, are in Nashville tomorrow for a free concert, and I can't get off work to go.
It's all good.🤗 Try to quickly let that bummed feeling go. This is just the beginning of his illustrious career and we have many more opportunities to look forward to! ✊🏽
Love it brother. Aloha from Hawaii. Keep up the vids cause I love watching ❤
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My boy had to put that Hawaiin sauce on it. So good. So delicious…
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You really get into the music man
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Merci a toi pour ces deux vidéos ❤❤🎉.
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WOW! Love it! Iam singing in Tongan and English version 😢
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It makes you wonder what time and maturity will make of Iam doing that song... Betcha it's a showstopper.
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We can count on you for video like this to modify the meaning of songs versions great deliver to understand in the story.please we
appreciate you.for doing this .with out your video your channel I don't even know. Thank you.❤️❤️❤️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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beautiful 🤩 songs by Iam and Junior both.
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Beautiful connection to this song. ❤❤❤
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"Maile" is like saying Mile but instead of saying Mile you saying Maile (ee_ another example is "Life" sound it like "laife". In Tongan you pronounce the word just like it spells out "Maile" sounds it like "My"-lee. I hope it makes sense here for you.
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Sorry but my vote has to be Junior! 😊😊 Sorry moko/grandchild 😊
Very beautiful love song. They both sing it in English n in Tongan. Both Golden voices n story teller. You are right now Iam voice is very mature if he re record his version now, it is going to be sky rocketing on UA-cam. The lyric is so emotional. What else do I have to say 😊😢😊😢
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Wow toko thanks for that little bit of knowledge and i know you guyz are so humble but i know you got skills too. Also liked you mentioning how the " Neisian" culture are all good singers i have friends on Oahu that families or church choir typed kill some awesome Angelic Harmonies thnx for Sharing brah. 🤙
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