Iam Tongi performs to huge crowd at homecoming concert

Thousands gathered on Oahu’s North Shore on Tuesday to celebrate Hawaii’s own Iam Tongi, the 18-year-old Kahuku native and newly-minted “American Idol” finalist.
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  • @melv3992
    @melv3992 Жыл бұрын

    This guy is bringing raw talent back!!!! No auto tune or bullshit! He’s the real deal! 🎉

  • @pearlinerich97

    @pearlinerich97

    Жыл бұрын

    Praying he will loose weight, so concerned for him😢❤

  • @sherleneguidry

    @sherleneguidry

    Жыл бұрын

    Yea me too.. Sounds like IZZY but I pray he lives much longer than he did. Love IAM ❤️👃👍

  • @jimmydeloso6528

    @jimmydeloso6528

    Жыл бұрын

    I totally agree. It is original. No tech involved. No drama.

  • @reezabaca

    @reezabaca

    Жыл бұрын

    for Hawaii that is, but definitely not the mainland.

  • @rosewhite9468

    @rosewhite9468

    11 ай бұрын

    Fr❤

  • @debbiemclean9353
    @debbiemclean9353 Жыл бұрын

    This is pure honest music, I love this guy. Alberta Canada

  • @Valen_Wolf

    @Valen_Wolf

    8 ай бұрын

    Yes!! ✨️ #tribal

  • @Fogazii
    @Fogazii Жыл бұрын

    He pulled me back to watch American idol 😭 he’s just toooo good 🙌

  • @lorihelmer4652

    @lorihelmer4652

    Жыл бұрын

    Me too. I haven't watched in years, and I never voted, until Iam Tongi.

  • @danameeh1568

    @danameeh1568

    Жыл бұрын

    Yep!

  • @johnhendricks8140

    @johnhendricks8140

    Жыл бұрын

    I think hes helping American Idol stay relevant.

  • @donnakhang2330

    @donnakhang2330

    8 ай бұрын

    Same here

  • @seapiecesmarsland7675
    @seapiecesmarsland7675 Жыл бұрын

    This guy is what the world needs! 💛 Much luv from 🇨🇦

  • @okolekahuna3862
    @okolekahuna3862 Жыл бұрын

    No other place in the world you'll find this kind of love and support for their own than Hawai'i. Go Iam!!!

  • @neilentre1245

    @neilentre1245

    Жыл бұрын

    only if he came to Tonga

  • @juliawcj111

    @juliawcj111

    Жыл бұрын

    Absolutely, we’re 808 island strong!

  • @asinatefotu5289

    @asinatefotu5289

    Жыл бұрын

    Very true.

  • @mrleal77

    @mrleal77

    Жыл бұрын

    He's awesome, but that's ridiculous to think no other place in the world would show their support for their own like that. It's just not true. But I wish him all the success.

  • @emmanuellesatele9434

    @emmanuellesatele9434

    Жыл бұрын

    Samoans will do it too 😢 he’s part of us too 🎉

  • @joshualemieux7534
    @joshualemieux7534 Жыл бұрын

    The most wholesome contestant on any talent show of the last decade in my opinion

  • @Rascallexi2
    @Rascallexi2 Жыл бұрын

    I can’t believe I just tuned in to American Idol tonight and heard him sing for the first time, I let my husband listen to him sing Monsters, he cried, he died 5 times on November 12th in 2022 and my daughter & I did CPR till EMT arrived, he pulled through. I said this boy is going to win and he did tonight and I’m so happy for him! He’s Awesome! ♥️

  • @cindydecastro4229

    @cindydecastro4229

    11 ай бұрын

    Awesome that your husband is there with you and your daughter. God blessed you and your family

  • @nancywalden3136
    @nancywalden313611 ай бұрын

    Iam is out of this world glorious. You feel him sing down deep in your soul. We are very blessed to have him and Rodney. Thank you Iam !

  • @deanturchi4807
    @deanturchi4807 Жыл бұрын

    He sings with greater comfort when he's in Hawaii - I hope he can return, buy that house......He definitely has the X factor.

  • @deborahsmith3972

    @deborahsmith3972

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes indeed I hope so ❤🙏🙏

  • @annhodge9952
    @annhodge995211 ай бұрын

    I don't think I've seen anything as big as this for a hometown visit. I love this kid! So humble and talented!!

  • @annward4149
    @annward4149 Жыл бұрын

    Iam Tongi is a beautiful singer. I'm worried about his weight. I don't want him to leave us too early in life . I can't imagine him not being here to keep singing for us. I'm not saying this to hurt him I'd never intentionally do that ❤. I just really enjoy his singing. His voice is just magical. He's beautiful on the inside and out. I think Iam is handsome young man. I'm 70 and I'm from the generation of Dean Martin, Frank S ( ol'Blue eyes ) and many more. Iam keep sharing your beautiful voice . Your dad ( Rodney ) is proud of you !!!!!❤

  • @deechildress5060

    @deechildress5060

    11 ай бұрын

    I also have concern for Iam's weight. I have been a nurse for 28 years.. There are so many possible weight related illnesses. "IZ was 37 yrs when he passed. I am pretty sure he passed from weight related complications." IZ" was a Hawaiian Legend. He had a beautiful voice and he was so down to earth and true to himself. A lot of people compare IZ and Iam. Iam is on the way to becoming a legend, I wanna see him enjoy the ride. He is just 18 years old, and at that age they think they are invincible. I wish he understood the stress he is putting on his heart and lungs. I don't want to see him leave us early in life either. He is so talented and appears to be just a beautiful soul.

  • @annward4149

    @annward4149

    11 ай бұрын

    @@deechildress5060 thank you for your response to my text. I'm thankful that you understood what was saying. Not of ugliness but concern. I'm praying someone will reach out to Iam Tongi and help him with his weight. I feel it has to do with the death of his dad. There are many people who turn to food for the comfort zone. Now that he had his singing career going on full of positives . The world loves him and his singing. That he'll be able to get it together and get healthy. Love you Iam Tongi 💚💜

  • @deborahsjomeling6876

    @deborahsjomeling6876

    11 ай бұрын

    I pray someone gets him on a diet to save and prolong his beautiful life

  • @o.z.p.
    @o.z.p.11 ай бұрын

    He most definitely deserved this. Built-in talent, that the whole town supports. 🎉❤

  • @nancymcleveland115
    @nancymcleveland115 Жыл бұрын

    WE LOVE THIS BOY!!!! And his heart is incredible!! He was raised right!! I love that he's loyal to Hawaii.. We're all watching you Iam!!!!! We're sending prayers, good wishes and our Indigenous chants!!

  • @gincycrisp6054

    @gincycrisp6054

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes he sure does have a big sweet loving great heart. So amazing

  • @asinatefotu5289

    @asinatefotu5289

    Жыл бұрын

    Agreed

  • @willyleonard9340

    @willyleonard9340

    11 ай бұрын

    The first time I heard this guy I knew here is gold.keep it up my friend.God bless your future❤❤❤❤you got it

  • @markkamekona2352

    @markkamekona2352

    8 ай бұрын

    well said ...

  • @sekolotesimikaele408
    @sekolotesimikaele408 Жыл бұрын

    Kid is box office ! You’ve blessed da whole globe 🙏🏽🎶🔥

  • @sandiecotant4860
    @sandiecotant4860 Жыл бұрын

    He’s absolutely fascinating. He’s so humble, raw, down to earth, real. He’s not poppy, or all ornamental. He shines through without all the glitter and fancy none sense. He’s a great kid and extremely talented. His mother is incredibly lucky.

  • @fayfalcon7642

    @fayfalcon7642

    11 ай бұрын

    Could not have said it better. He’s just everything. His parents have given us all a blessing.🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼❤️

  • @mommom6637

    @mommom6637

    11 ай бұрын

    His Mother has been Blessed with a Talented Son.....God Faithful and True.....is very near to the Family ❣️🙏🕊️🕯️🙏

  • @beckywinkler6464

    @beckywinkler6464

    8 ай бұрын

    ​@@mommom6637 There is a clip of Iam and 3 other contestants having devotion. They sing "I Need Thee Every Hour". It was absolutely beautiful and sure put a lump in my throat.

  • @thriftstorescoffeeshops

    @thriftstorescoffeeshops

    9 күн бұрын

    absolutely! Very Genuine...still rocks the slides too unapologetically and love it! lol

  • @partnertuff
    @partnertuff Жыл бұрын

    It's critical that every single person vote 30 times for Iam!!! ONE MORE TIME!!!! Don't let our boy down!!! VOTE!!!

  • @diannemarshall4078
    @diannemarshall407811 ай бұрын

    Iam makes us feel so Happy to be alive. He got what it takes to bring young and old together. Thanks Iam!! The world needs humans like you. Your a very special person.

  • @gismb71121
    @gismb71121 Жыл бұрын

    His voice and presence is beautiful. A kind soul. ✨️ A gentile powerful voice. ✨️

  • @briissoawesome
    @briissoawesome11 ай бұрын

    Every single time I watch him sing I cry. No matter what song it is. You can just feel the love & good vibes pouring out of him

  • @amymartin6123

    @amymartin6123

    11 ай бұрын

    Me too! ❤

  • @abdkidsatplay9231

    @abdkidsatplay9231

    11 ай бұрын

    Me three. 😭

  • @bon3s994

    @bon3s994

    11 ай бұрын

    He sings with heart just like david archuleta did....

  • @pala2365

    @pala2365

    10 ай бұрын

    @@abdkidsatplay9231Me Guilty!

  • @stephanieolds7608
    @stephanieolds7608 Жыл бұрын

    A boy with a vision of his father! The Hawaiian culture will be strong! Very loving and giving. Iam will be a winner no matter what! Iam will go far and always honor his home. Hawaii! 😘💋🌴🪷 I just love this guy 🌊🌠🌞

  • @Smilenowcrylater004

    @Smilenowcrylater004

    Жыл бұрын

    Polynesian Culture* Hawaii is home to many Pacific Islanders and many people worldwide. it's a melting pot of aloha

  • @theresacohen1876

    @theresacohen1876

    11 ай бұрын

    I have fallen in love with this culture 🥰

  • @seasmoke26
    @seasmoke26 Жыл бұрын

    Iam enjoys every minute and is respectful of the people who come to hear him and watch his gracious appreciation.

  • @lindajackson607
    @lindajackson60711 ай бұрын

    So happy to see him and his fathers dreams come true. He is such a joy to watch and listen to. So much talent and so humble and fun

  • @stevenzarate5538
    @stevenzarate5538 Жыл бұрын

    Much respect to the musicians giving him the stage. Letting Iam have his moment. This young man brings peace to a broken world. His humbleness in all he does is teaching so many out there.

  • @bsmith883

    @bsmith883

    Жыл бұрын

    ❤❤❤ love this

  • @oretacrichton5388

    @oretacrichton5388

    Жыл бұрын

    Couldn’t have said it better.

  • @theresacohen1876

    @theresacohen1876

    11 ай бұрын

    He is spreading JOY!!!

  • @anitanemoadjou9597

    @anitanemoadjou9597

    11 ай бұрын

    The Best !!!!

  • @LisaLisa-nf8dp

    @LisaLisa-nf8dp

    5 ай бұрын

    They're a band called Common Kings and they're wonderful!!

  • @meshackntentema5567
    @meshackntentema5567 Жыл бұрын

    I'm from South Africa This Guy is amazing touched my soil made me cry

  • @DakaloMbulls

    @DakaloMbulls

    Жыл бұрын

    Iam is different and that makes him special. Raw talent. True to Hawaii..

  • @patriciahowes7130

    @patriciahowes7130

    Жыл бұрын

    Shows that natural talent and a sweet pure voice is universally appreciated.

  • @paulatupou

    @paulatupou

    11 ай бұрын

    Thanks

  • @brgarrison418
    @brgarrison418 Жыл бұрын

    Iam is amazing ... IZ is smiling from above , with his father,....... saying what a great kid/son ....... perfection and a great soul.....

  • @jackdundon2261

    @jackdundon2261

    Жыл бұрын

    I wonder will he win idol, playing IZ yukilali? -- if he covers 'rainbow' for the final, He wins. (But, he already has won).

  • @rippittupp5607
    @rippittupp5607 Жыл бұрын

    God I love this dude. Even with his mistakes on stage he just has such an easy way about him. He’s going to become an absolute legend in Hawaii.

  • @gatesurfer

    @gatesurfer

    Жыл бұрын

    Everywhere. I think he’ll be as big as Bruno.

  • @ruthvillalva1786

    @ruthvillalva1786

    Жыл бұрын

    @@gatesurfer It can happen, he’s lovable 😊

  • @tonibrooks9719

    @tonibrooks9719

    Жыл бұрын

    A legend worldwide! The sky is the limit for him.

  • @Waynes-xt9gr

    @Waynes-xt9gr

    Жыл бұрын

    what mistakes??? If you mean him crying or breaking down cuz his rendition makes him think of his dad.....brah, thats jus being human....

  • @losinglike3653

    @losinglike3653

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@@gatesurfer he is good.but not close to Bruno Mars

  • @sallytautai9758
    @sallytautai9758 Жыл бұрын

    YOUR DAD WOULD BE SO PROUD OF YOU, HE'S WATCHING YOU PERFORM FROM HEAVEN, GOD BLESS YOU IAM TONGI, watching from NZ to us you are the WINNER 💯💞

  • @arrindelsyearwoodgriffith3296
    @arrindelsyearwoodgriffith329611 ай бұрын

    This is how you CELEBRATE your star, win or lose. I loved how he embraces his culture ❤❤❤ He is a superSTAR! They are so proud of him

  • @Glory2Jesus
    @Glory2Jesus Жыл бұрын

    I am an Iam fan. ❤ He is very talented and he’s only 18 years young! He’s going to win American Idol and has a long career ahead in music. God bless everyone on Team Tongi! 🎉

  • @gincycrisp6054

    @gincycrisp6054

    Жыл бұрын

    GOD BLESS YOU ALSO..

  • @gincycrisp6054

    @gincycrisp6054

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes he sure will

  • @mf722

    @mf722

    Жыл бұрын

    He's already winning. It's awesome if he wins but I hope they don't change his soul and truth. Jennifer Hudson and Adam lambert didn't win and their career is huge!

  • @josephaugustus565

    @josephaugustus565

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@@gincycrisp6054 🎉

  • @gincycrisp6054

    @gincycrisp6054

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes he sure did GOD BLESS HIM

  • @lindasantamaria5222
    @lindasantamaria5222 Жыл бұрын

    I’m loving this wonderland young man all the way from Ireland 🇮🇪. He just touches hearts.❤❤❤

  • @ruthvillalva1786

    @ruthvillalva1786

    Жыл бұрын

    👏👏👏👏👏😊

  • @thepauldinglightchannelmel7567

    @thepauldinglightchannelmel7567

    11 ай бұрын

    I know this is random but do Irish people know how much Americans love you?

  • @Valen_Wolf

    @Valen_Wolf

    8 ай бұрын

    Ty Linda! Isn't Iam amazing? Thank you for the love (from Cali).. And thank-you also for our Irish 'fan fave'.. the Fleming family! #tadghfleming (sp) 😂

  • @user-yt4ov2un2p
    @user-yt4ov2un2p Жыл бұрын

    Iam is such a wonderful young man!! He’s stole the hearts of us all, “World wide”!!! Just a humble, caring, talented sweetheart!! ❤️❤️💯💯🥰🥰🤙🤙🙌🙌🙏🙏🙏👍👍🔥🔥🔥🎤🎶🏆🏆🥇🥇😴 American Idol winner for 2023!! Don’t forget to vote👍👍 Let’s show him our support and be proactive by voting his to the winners circle❤️❤️❤️🥰🥰🙏🙏🙏

  • @kolohe4169
    @kolohe4169 Жыл бұрын

    When the judges critic Iam, they never compare him to any other singer. He has a unique soothing voice to sooth the sole. Maybe Iz, but not that many outside of the islands are familiar to him. Whatever, I can listen to him all day like no other .

  • @EarthKeeperSelinaMu

    @EarthKeeperSelinaMu

    Жыл бұрын

    I love love love Iz too and will not forget him.

  • @melv3992
    @melv3992 Жыл бұрын

    You represent Hawaii and Tonga so well, we love you young king 👑👏🏼

  • @ioanelutali2373

    @ioanelutali2373

    Жыл бұрын

    He represents Hawaii, Toga, Samoa, and all Pacific Islanders!

  • @asinatefotu5289

    @asinatefotu5289

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes All the Polynesian.

  • @elvisulufanua5071

    @elvisulufanua5071

    Жыл бұрын

    Young King, I like that!

  • @fayfalcon7642

    @fayfalcon7642

    11 ай бұрын

    @@elvisulufanua5071 he is a 👑

  • @ar845
    @ar845 Жыл бұрын

    I have never seen a hometown concert like this. No matter what happens on idol iam you did it! You are doing it! Congratulations buddy

  • @arlenemreyes
    @arlenemreyes Жыл бұрын

    Please vote to Iam Tongi!!! He is so talented and deserves this win in honor of his beloved father. So much talented here!❤❤❤

  • @asinatefotu5289

    @asinatefotu5289

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes

  • @preppy_ROBLOX_girl

    @preppy_ROBLOX_girl

    Жыл бұрын

    yes VOTE FOR HIM hopefully he wins!!

  • @Eddie-loves-cars
    @Eddie-loves-cars Жыл бұрын

    Just a beautiful person inside and out. His voice is absolutely Gold.

  • @davino108

    @davino108

    Жыл бұрын

    Yep because he's real and sings from thevheart I think today in our society that has been lost

  • @drc5378
    @drc5378 Жыл бұрын

    He’s a natural up there on the stage. Own it, Iam!! 🤙🤙🤙

  • @lynnaridgeway2104
    @lynnaridgeway2104 Жыл бұрын

    À prayer for this young man to protect his spirit from the world's corruption

  • @Valen_Wolf

    @Valen_Wolf

    8 ай бұрын

    YES! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

  • @nangnuon6314
    @nangnuon631411 ай бұрын

    It's wild how much people love and support Iam. It just brings me joy and happiness for him. Congratulations Iam!! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

  • @lauramiller3265
    @lauramiller326511 ай бұрын

    going through a difficult time with my health and listening to your music uplifts me, you are so talented and so good continue your journey because you are God's gift

  • @thirylangi
    @thirylangi Жыл бұрын

    Honestly it’s so annoying seeing the uncalled for and sometimes nasty comments now and again about such a humble, kind and caring young man with an amazing beautiful voice who just loves to sing. What did he ever do to you people? So rude!! Doesn’t matter anyway because we all know Iam is the best American Idol contestant of all time and this years winner ❤ He’s put island music out there for the world to hear and given a lot of people comfort just from the way he sings. #TeamIamTongi from day one 🥰🤙🏽🌺❤️ YESSAAH!!!! CHEEEHOOO!!!!

  • @deanturchi4807

    @deanturchi4807

    Жыл бұрын

    I don't see any negative comments - not sure where you are seeing this.

  • @thirylangi

    @thirylangi

    Жыл бұрын

    @@deanturchi4807 Earlier comments from Evelin Beeler and Natural Doc

  • @TennesseeYaya

    @TennesseeYaya

    Жыл бұрын

    YES

  • @justmehawaii808

    @justmehawaii808

    Жыл бұрын

    The rest of us just flood it with positivity and it drowns the negativity out. 😊

  • @user-yt4ov2un2p

    @user-yt4ov2un2p

    Жыл бұрын

    I agree with you 💯 People can be so mean and so rude and how dare they say nasty things about our sweet wonderful Iam!! People love him and this is not just in the United States this is all over the world. In my opinion that speaks volumes because he’s got something money can’t buy and that’s good character. And a heart of gold. He is like a warm hug! It’s too bad that some people are so miserable in their own life that they have to make fun of him because I would go to war for this kid I told you I would defend him like a mama bear

  • @kimmags3441
    @kimmags3441 Жыл бұрын

    My gosshhh there’s no song he sang that I don’t like. W e love you Iam!! Love his voice and his personality!

  • @antising8834

    @antising8834

    Жыл бұрын

    Before you always wonder what he is going to sing. At the end it was just perfect.

  • @kimmags3441

    @kimmags3441

    Жыл бұрын

    @@antising8834 very true! I can listen to him whole day. I remember what lionell Ritchie told him when he auditioned. He will touch a lot of people hearts with his voice. And he wasn’t wrong!

  • @antising8834

    @antising8834

    Жыл бұрын

    @@kimmags3441 He's touching the hearts of people all over the world. I never really watched American Idol, I can't vote, never wanted to vote either. And then here comes Iam making me cry, and wanting to listen to him sing over and over again. I can't explain how he does that but who cares, 😊

  • @kimmags3441

    @kimmags3441

    Жыл бұрын

    @@antising8834 same here!! This is the first time I voted and watch American Idol. Because of Iam! 💕

  • @erikfox3238
    @erikfox3238 Жыл бұрын

    This guy has one of the most amazing voices. Congratulations Iam!!!

  • @bethpadilla5515
    @bethpadilla551511 ай бұрын

    Watching all his performances in American Idol made me cry many times.His delivery of songs comess from the heart.A talented young man, His father in heaven watching and beaming with pride..Congratulations Iam!👏👏👏 Granny from the Philippines❤

  • @inertletters3364
    @inertletters3364 Жыл бұрын

    SUCH A LOVING COMMUNITY. YOU'RE A WINNER ALREADY ❤

  • @tamdee3854
    @tamdee3854 Жыл бұрын

    look at the Love for this young man !! He has it all , Talent , humbleness and a pure heart! Please stay like this ...... Don't let Hollywood get to you .❤

  • @mjdunstan2576
    @mjdunstan2576 Жыл бұрын

    He definitely has “IT” ❤ Can’t remember so much love for any other IDOL contestant🌟🌟🌟

  • @playkimie
    @playkimie Жыл бұрын

    So proud of what this young man Iam is doing to bring the mix of Polynesian and Hawai’i mele and culture to a global audience! ❤❤

  • @kisalei
    @kisalei Жыл бұрын

    Loud and proud Hawaii🎉TEAM TONGI🎉

  • @sallysmith7289

    @sallysmith7289

    Жыл бұрын

    Love you you are the greatest

  • @asinatefotu5289
    @asinatefotu5289 Жыл бұрын

    IAM Tongi teaches us Islanders and Polynesian people to be proud of who we are I'm so proud of him thankful for his Proud parents even his Father Rodney Tongi is watching him proudly from Heaven for teaching him right to be humble and kind hearted n his God's Given Miracle Magical Amazing Talents touches the hearts of millions around the World young n old thank you Mom Lillie Tongi for raising a very great humble Son my family support him all the way n May God bless him with great health strngth n courage in his journey in this competition n enjoy every moment of it n know God loves you IAM Tongi stay strong and humble we love you wish you have a blessed Final Performances on Sunday n stay safe.

  • @ruthyocke823

    @ruthyocke823

    Жыл бұрын

    Aloha from Ohio.

  • @user-gx3te1fm3i

    @user-gx3te1fm3i

    Жыл бұрын

  • @theresacohen1876

    @theresacohen1876

    11 ай бұрын

    I love your comment ❤

  • @GinnyContos-gq8vx
    @GinnyContos-gq8vx Жыл бұрын

    I’m so addicted to Ian singing and soulful and heartfelt sound. I’m actually an early riser and it’s 9:30 am and I’m lying in bed just “listening” and enjoying. I Love who you are Ian! You’re number ONE!!!

  • @judybabcock7591
    @judybabcock759111 ай бұрын

    I’m happy he won American Idol. His voice is beautiful and his songs are so powerful.

  • @helenvaldez1270
    @helenvaldez1270 Жыл бұрын

    The camera man for AI must have been very Grateful to be the one filming Iam’s Homecoming Concert. He was smiling throughout the concert.🤙🏽🌴🌺

  • @maryparas1313

    @maryparas1313

    Жыл бұрын

    I said the same thing. They were dancing in the trolley.

  • @antising8834

    @antising8834

    Жыл бұрын

    It's a historic event. I always said it would be epic but this just blows your mind. So much love and support. The world can learn from this.

  • @oretacrichton5388

    @oretacrichton5388

    Жыл бұрын

    Please vote for Iam…so much ALOHA

  • @steph.808

    @steph.808

    Жыл бұрын

    Right! The AI staff had a blast! They have never (and probably won’t ever again) experience another homecoming like this!

  • @everythinglakers1713

    @everythinglakers1713

    Жыл бұрын

    That dude is having the time of his life 100%. Love seeing joy and happiness being spread as opposed to constant division and hate! Lets go IAM!!!

  • @zenhuladancingauntie4631
    @zenhuladancingauntie4631 Жыл бұрын

    I love that some of Hawai’i’s greatest pulled together to give and show support, ie: Jack Johnson, Common Kings, Paula Fuga, Kimie Miner and more. Iam, Hawai’i is so proud of our hometown boy and we 100% support you. Cheeehooo🤙🏼🤙🏼

  • @jinakim5103

    @jinakim5103

    Жыл бұрын

    I missed this performance just watching now. What really?!! I freaking love the Aloha spirit!!!!

  • @maggiemconnor

    @maggiemconnor

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@jinakim5103 it's da best!❤ Aloha

  • @Kingessa-co2eu

    @Kingessa-co2eu

    11 ай бұрын

    ​@@jinakim5103 😢🎉

  • @regwarren-cw3ce
    @regwarren-cw3ce11 ай бұрын

    He clearly deserved American Idol title. Much love Tongi.💜💜💜💜

  • @mommom6637
    @mommom663711 ай бұрын

    What a wonderful Crowd....to Honor this Talented Young Man ❤️......His voice is remarkable 🎶🙏🕊️🕯️🙏

  • @JeannieAmador-bt4hm
    @JeannieAmador-bt4hm Жыл бұрын

    I cant get enough of IAM TONGI. Waiting for his album of beautiful songs I can listen all day🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤

  • @distorta
    @distorta Жыл бұрын

    A natural born performer doing his own thing on his way.

  • @debbiebeaulieu6787
    @debbiebeaulieu6787 Жыл бұрын

    We must all VOTE and support this beautiful human being, you are an authentic human being with an amazing gift from God, such a magical time for us ALL

  • @dennisjamieson3328
    @dennisjamieson3328 Жыл бұрын

    Nice he’s at home to his followers. He’s got an inspirational voice.

  • @user-mb8lk4lp1g
    @user-mb8lk4lp1g Жыл бұрын

    ❤ I could listen to IAM sing & play for hours! Huge fan from Texas right here. ❤

  • @PeterChuzu-Banda-ev6ii

    @PeterChuzu-Banda-ev6ii

    Жыл бұрын

    Sherri Diet vote for this guy he is talented

  • @stevenoseguera3876
    @stevenoseguera3876 Жыл бұрын

    This kid definitely spreads love and happiness!!! 💙💙💙💙

  • @w0nder1070
    @w0nder1070 Жыл бұрын

    literally crying watching this... can feel the emotion he sings with

  • @amymartin6123

    @amymartin6123

    11 ай бұрын

    I as well! ❤

  • @Valen_Wolf

    @Valen_Wolf

    8 ай бұрын

    Yes.. in Every, Single. Song!!

  • @lindajohnson2177
    @lindajohnson2177 Жыл бұрын

    Genuinely unique. His beautiful spirit cannot be denied. I love his voice too!

  • @TennesseeYaya
    @TennesseeYaya Жыл бұрын

    Incredible! Supporting from Tennessee!!! Go Iam!!!

  • @melissapugh7251

    @melissapugh7251

    Жыл бұрын

    Supporting him from Eugene, Oregon. If you don't know where Oregon is it's on the west coast touching the Pacific Ocean between Washington and California.

  • @JodyY808
    @JodyY808 Жыл бұрын

    I've loved everything about Iam's Homecoming to Hawai'i and the North Shore community, from the special homecoming/graduation ceremony at Kahuku High School and the visit to his old elementary school to the convoy, and especially the concert at Turtle Bay. And at every moment, he was surrounded by cheers, cheehoos, yessuhs, hugs, shakas, signs, lei, and words of aloha and support. You could just feel the embrace and lifted spirits of everyone he came in contact with (and even online). I had been thinking there's nowhere else he could have had a graduation ceremony like that or be made an honorary senior at the school he left almost four years ago, and though the other two American Idol contestants probably had warm, enthusiastic welcomes from their hometowns (though I know Colin faced some bad weather), I don't think it could compare to the feelings of love and support Iam is getting from the whole state of Hawai'i as he is embraced as our Local Hero. Then I got to thinking, what would have happened if Iam had gone back to Federal Way in Washington State, which is technically his and some his family's home now, and he's been attending the high school and is supposed to graduate with his class (though nothing has been said about that yet). I wondered what kind of event they would have planned for him at his high school in Washington and especially how the concert would have been. There definitely wouldn't have been the same response to the music he performed and the artists he performed with because many of the people there have only heard the songs he did on Idol, or maybe what he posted on social media. And when Kawika Kahiapo said he and other "Uncles" like Jack Johnson and John Cruz have adopted Iam and are going to mentor him and guide him in the direction he needs to go, I knew that's exactly what he needs, and why he needs to come Home and base his musical career from Hawai'i. He needs to make music he loves and is comfortable with, coming from what he grew up with and feels connected to, and how many artists on the continent can take him under their wings and really understand where he's coming from and where he should go? I think if Iam had gone back to Seattle for his "homecoming," it really would not have been that memorable or all-encompassing as the last two days in Hawai'i. How could it be?

  • @asinatefotu5289

    @asinatefotu5289

    Жыл бұрын

    Agreed

  • @steph.808

    @steph.808

    Жыл бұрын

    THIS. 🎯

  • @2gkims427

    @2gkims427

    Жыл бұрын

    So well said!!! 👍🤸

  • @maggiemconnor

    @maggiemconnor

    Жыл бұрын

    Agree! IAM is Hawaii! I hope his ohana moves back with him. We need more Hawaiians moving home, not leaving their island homelands! I'm so happy for IAM! ❤

  • @gunnar1797

    @gunnar1797

    11 ай бұрын

    I’m from Washington and lived in Oahu for the past three years and I can assure you it would not even be anywhere near anything people would not even hardly acknowledge him. I’m so glad I get to see all this footage I wish I was there to experience it myself

  • @patlevy9966
    @patlevy996611 ай бұрын

    Congrats Iam, you deserved to be the winner. May your life be wonderful!

  • @vheth5968
    @vheth5968 Жыл бұрын

    Love You IAM!!!!! You have been our Favorite since we seen your Audition!!!! Your Dad is Beaming in Heaven!!!! My Husband and I support You from St. Louis Mo. God Bless!!!! We wish You the very Best in Life!!!!

  • @rebeccaboltz4678
    @rebeccaboltz4678 Жыл бұрын

    Wow people What happen to supporting others for having a dream..i truly believe this young man has a bigger heart then the ones being so rude..

  • @mickyinireland4337
    @mickyinireland4337 Жыл бұрын

    Raw talent is hard to beat & not like the manufactured rubbish we have to listen too nowadays. Good luck & best wishes from IRELAND Iam your a winner already.👍👍

  • @cloverdale16
    @cloverdale16 Жыл бұрын

    The next American Idol!!! Simply put, I had a really bad day today, then I listened to this man!, Thank you for the sunshine my friend! Aloha Cheers from Chicago!,,jimmy k

  • @senjahawks857
    @senjahawks857 Жыл бұрын

    I got goose bumps. He looks like a kind person. He sings so good too.

  • @corlissrosario9976
    @corlissrosario9976 Жыл бұрын

    What an amazing and beautiful homecoming for our island boy from Kahuku, Oahu, Hawaii Iam Tongi! Congratulations for making it to the Top 3. You're going all the way and my vote is on you to win American Idol!!!!

  • @paulatupou

    @paulatupou

    11 ай бұрын

    Hhh U got it now.

  • @supipalamo3313
    @supipalamo3313 Жыл бұрын

    That’s what I called Island Fever! Best of luck to you Iam Tongi. Go get it, the stage is yours!

  • @unviet7198
    @unviet7198 Жыл бұрын

    Never get enough of his sound --it's very unique

  • @user-xt7zv2nq5k
    @user-xt7zv2nq5k Жыл бұрын

    Iam, you make the world a better place! I hope that people pay you back twofold for all the beauty you bring. Your voice and music is magical, but you and your kindness is what brings joy to us all! 💞🌸💞

  • @barbieharmon2099
    @barbieharmon2099 Жыл бұрын

    I could listen to this guy all day! Love his voice!!!

  • @GrandmaRetiredHappy

    @GrandmaRetiredHappy

    Жыл бұрын

    I did listen to him and watched the video over and over many times.

  • @chandajensen9921
    @chandajensen9921 Жыл бұрын

    God bless Iam Tongi! Such a beautiful soul with a talented gift of music.

  • @tonibrooks9719
    @tonibrooks9719 Жыл бұрын

    I will be waiting on his album and concert! My favorite contestant in years.

  • @savaiianteine1
    @savaiianteine1 Жыл бұрын

    I can’t wait for him to have his concerts here in the state. This boy melts hearts.

  • @eneermon821
    @eneermon821 Жыл бұрын

    we love you IAM! we are always watching and support you! love from the Philippines ❤

  • @gloriadulawon8314

    @gloriadulawon8314

    Жыл бұрын

    ❤❤❤

  • @kathyadkins6956
    @kathyadkins6956 Жыл бұрын

    We love you and voting for you in North Carolina. GO IAM.!

  • @paerurima1000
    @paerurima1000 Жыл бұрын

    You did us pacific islands so proud of you 👏 🥰 you've got an amazing talent ❤️ 💖 👏

  • @Debar-ir4tl
    @Debar-ir4tl Жыл бұрын

    This reception for one of Hawaii’s own just fills my heart! I saw Tongi’s audition for AI, and felt very sad, because he had recently lost his father. His voice is golden, and I am so happy for him. 🙌🏼🙌🏼🤙🏼💜

  • @user-xg7sh7yh6h
    @user-xg7sh7yh6h Жыл бұрын

    Love His voice and Pray He wins it all❤

  • @seanhyland3397
    @seanhyland3397 Жыл бұрын

    I’m guessing they couldn’t show him playing monsters cuz of copyright but that was even more emotional than the first time. Great job man!

  • @RobertKekuna

    @RobertKekuna

    Жыл бұрын

    It's on the KITV live feed that was posted.

  • @kaimanabissen

    @kaimanabissen

    Жыл бұрын

    He does sing Monsters!

  • @valeriepalenkas3706
    @valeriepalenkas3706 Жыл бұрын

    Fabulous to see Pacific Islander culture celebrated and such an amazing young man!

  • @theresacohen1876
    @theresacohen187611 ай бұрын

    I am so happy for Iam and for Hawaii ❤ He is sending beautiful loving, joyful, and peaceful vibrations out into the world!!! And I am happy to receive them! May God bless and protect you always Iam Tongi 🫶🏽🤟🏾🤙🏽♥️

  • @juannaduncan2993
    @juannaduncan2993 Жыл бұрын

    He's a natural! Perfect, beautiful God given voice!❤️

  • @Cianne73
    @Cianne73 Жыл бұрын

    It’s so much fun watching Iam having the time of his life! He deserves it all! 💜

  • @catherinehope7803
    @catherinehope780311 ай бұрын

    I could listen to him all day, beautiful beautiful voice, has grown in confidence with such humility, you have made your dad ,mum and your people so proud .Go far young man but always stay true to yourself

  • @pattymaxson3555
    @pattymaxson3555 Жыл бұрын

    Israel Kamakawiwo'ole would be so proud of Iam! He is going to be another great legend from Hawaii. ❤ He sings with all his heart and soul!

  • @juliawcj111
    @juliawcj111 Жыл бұрын

    Iam Tongi making the island proud 🤙🌈❤️

  • @irvingestave6903
    @irvingestave6903 Жыл бұрын

    This dude sings from his soul and you can feel it! I sure hope he has the right people around him to further his career.

  • @mazenmouallem2844
    @mazenmouallem284411 ай бұрын

    Unbelievable ! I seem to cry a lot since listening to Iam Tongi ! He’s wonderful ! Congratulations Hawai ❤️

  • @f.limtiaco2961
    @f.limtiaco2961 Жыл бұрын

    Love him!! I miss being home on the islands..watching him brings on the tears and the joy of wonderful memories... He brings the islands home to us!!! Here's to Iam !! THE NEXT AMERICAN IDOL! Thank you, Iam, for sharing your beautiful loving Aloha with all of us around the world!

  • @kyokopaulley9738
    @kyokopaulley9738 Жыл бұрын

    Wow!!! So many amazing people who support & love him!!! Awesome community!!! Very proud of him.

  • @antising8834

    @antising8834

    Жыл бұрын

    Exactly. I have never seen this anywhere before.

  • @cherylgreen2867

    @cherylgreen2867

    11 ай бұрын

    Just me and my guitar. WOW

  • @caroline8536
    @caroline8536 Жыл бұрын

    ❤ He's humble, yet amazingly talented it's magnetic!!! Truly a blessing to witness😊

  • @user-zp9qm3tr4d
    @user-zp9qm3tr4d Жыл бұрын

    i just love this kid from day one on the american idol he just touch my mind , my body and my soul. go Ion Tongi i am a big fan

  • @sandrap8728
    @sandrap8728 Жыл бұрын

    It definitely is a wonderful world as long as Iam is in it. His music transcends to everyone who has the pleasure to hear him sing. I love him even more since he sang my song Somewhere Over The Rainbow by my favorite idol Iz Kamakawiwo 'ole. To be in Iams presence, I would love that chance. The world has been waiting for someone like him. You are my idol Iam!!