Every time I watch a haka I get so many chills that I literally feel like crying... like it’s bringing out something in me that I’ve never felt... though it looks tough and threatening, the passion in it is absolutely beautiful

@rowanc6019

4 жыл бұрын

I feel the same way it sounds so freeing to sing , it's such a beautiful culture

@cookiemobers5650

4 жыл бұрын

I routinely cry while I watch Haka. It's a spiritual experience, you don't need to be Maori... just human.

@pryncetondabney3186

4 жыл бұрын

I'm from the USA and watching is a interesting experience. Beyond the beauty of the dance, I felt the deep sadnesses and beautiful and authentication

@beclyon5347

4 жыл бұрын

Every Haka I have watched brings me to tears. I thought there was something wrong with me. Happy to share this feeling & experience with others.

@adboy2223

4 жыл бұрын

Same

Brilliant that these young people are preserving their native culture in dress, dance and music. I hope they pass it on to their children.

@Nikitamoanaclarke

4 жыл бұрын

autismtreatedcured they will. it’s called kapa haka

@SaintNektarios

4 жыл бұрын

Interesting. I didn't realize Maori culture utilized electric guitar and European choral music.

@Nikitamoanaclarke

4 жыл бұрын

Augustine Aquinas Its just a normal guitar and yup kapa haka has been around for years. All items are either original compositions that are inspired by other songs or they make their own tune up, otherwise they will reuse well known māori waiata. Not all songs especially choral have European tunes.

@edenn012

4 жыл бұрын

Kia ora :) These are our children. Secondary schools, so they're aged from about 13 - 18. This kapa has a lot of senior students.

@woohooo7634

4 жыл бұрын

@@SaintNektarios This isn't necessarily European. Traditional Maori song has tunes similar to this.

I can't Understand a word, but MY GOD, the passion sends a fire through your blood. A bit like a Scot hearing the pipes in the distance. Keep up the good work, Love watching the All Blacks for this reason.

@kinasandwich7624

4 жыл бұрын

Much love to the tribes (Clans) of Scotland from New Zealand Maori

@MountainGirl7771

4 жыл бұрын

you didn't understand the version of "In the Arms of an Angel"?

@teleitatauteoli2869

4 жыл бұрын

@@MountainGirl7771 its called "Mahia te Mahi" it has a similar tune to "in The Arms of an Angel" but is saying different things.

@ronniemac13

4 жыл бұрын

@@MountainGirl7771 I'm Scottish hunni, i don't know the Maori language, but with music and passion that deep, you don't need to know the words. :)

@edidiongessien122

4 жыл бұрын

@@teleitatauteoli2869 I am pretty sure the first song is in the tune of "Stone Cold" by Demi Lovato but it sounds so powerful in their language

For almost 4 years it's been since I left my roots of kapa Haka, as I done it my whole life and decided to live a different life .. Often I would think to myself I wouldn't be good enough if I tried going back.. As I completely lived a life I never thought I would, and wouldn't be able to get out of it. In the last year I have gained back my independency of mana wahine and left an abusive relationship. I have never felt so powerful than ever, I think it's time I come back home ❤️ Kapa Haka is not something you choose to live. It's who you are. Don't forget your roots, Heoi,

@kennethhammond4028

4 жыл бұрын

kapai e kia kaha.

@kellykurenoff1692

4 жыл бұрын

Sharni Kelly I would tell you to be strong but you already are ❤️❤️❤️

@jacintabyline

4 жыл бұрын

Sharni Kelly - New Zealand wouldn't be what it is today without our wonderful Maori culture. As a 5th generation pakeha NZ'er I spent too many years living in Australia where the appalling racism and abuse of the Aboriginal people, not to mention the racism against Asian people drove me back to my wonderful homeland last year. Best decision I ever made. There's no place like home.

@trish59100

2 жыл бұрын

Come back Sharni. You ARE good enough. You have found your power again, now let it shine.

@rat-gang-

11 ай бұрын

​@@jacintabyline as an australian, it's absolutely shameful to see how racist our country can be; for a country that prides itself on being a mixing pot of cultures, we sure do have a disgusting amount of white supremacy. the casual racism against not only our aboriginal citizens but also our non-white migrants... eugh. glad you were able to be back home, hopefully one day we'll be past all of this and it'll be a welcoming place for anyone to visit or live

You know that feeling when you get stuck in a KZread vortex - watching endless clips that have morphed from your original click into 'how the hell did I get here?' Not in this case though. I was entranced from the beginning to the end. Amazing, well done to all those concerned! Bravo!

@simosc2

4 жыл бұрын

I know..I was hooked the first time I came across a Haka video.

@suzannesund4595

4 жыл бұрын

Exactly !!! I love Haka !! It is mesmerizing ! Culture at its absolute finest !!! These young people holding on to their traditions is extremely important to the sustainability of their people and an admirable dedication to their elders & ancestors . . .

@tinaloflin1174

4 жыл бұрын

So am I.

@JanetRothstein

4 жыл бұрын

I'm now obsessed with Hakas!!

@heartland96a

4 жыл бұрын

Check out the movie The whale rider for more of the this culture

As an Irish person ( who is also proud of my culture), I really do love and admire the Maori culture it is beautiful and I do wish to visit New Zealand in the future and learn more.

@sonnyrawiri2192

5 жыл бұрын

Feel free to visit anytime!.

@sashawright434

5 жыл бұрын

come over its awesome the music the culture the food the history the stories the gatherings the activities im half European and half Australian my fiance is Maori its beautiful youll love it

@djmayn849

5 жыл бұрын

Respect bro

@vteceta

5 жыл бұрын

Your more then welcome bro youll love it!!!!!! Youll fit in fine with us all. RESPECT!!!

@thvj00n

5 жыл бұрын

Woah your Irish

Much respect to all indigenous cultures. REMEMBER YOUR ANCESTORS, Remember your roots, and you may feel a little less lost in this crazy world.

@ViolentGenius

Жыл бұрын

@ywonne8046 Yes, of course. But certain kapa haka groups are reserved for certain iwi's (tribes). This particular group is from Rotorua which is a town well known for maori culture.

@Andy-ob6lj

Жыл бұрын

Nice

@monke.2191

Жыл бұрын

kapai

@somethingiconicig3967

Жыл бұрын

So important we remember we are animals as the rest of the creatures on earth, our ancestors paved the path for us. We must remember the old ways of our natural ways to remain centrally aligned with ourselves & the world. I wish peace to everyone’s cultures, may we all embrace in traditional practices together.

@alexconstantinos6375

Жыл бұрын

Indigenous???. I belived are polinesians??.

As a Native American woman, I truly feel the pride in culture, and absolutely understand the warrior fierceness. I so love the Haka.

@KiddStar86

4 жыл бұрын

Lisa Ellis your men are Warriors also? Your culture is still strong??

@raquelespino5088

4 жыл бұрын

I totally agree with you Lisa Ellis. Native people are so rich in culture and traditions

@kathleenwhite890

4 жыл бұрын

You might enjoy this waiata (maori song) aswell, its beautiful :) kzread.info/dash/bejne/o4iMxauag7Czk8o.html

@benbroome5903

4 жыл бұрын

I listen to the haka a lot it shows the power of the few over the many

@carrie-anneking3461

4 жыл бұрын

We from Scotland have this pride also.

Polynesian’s are just as talented. But there’s something about the voices through Maori culture, their haka, their music, the power and pain. Unexplainable feeling. A storyline. Ugh so beautiful.

@B-Durry

5 жыл бұрын

maori are indeed polynesian also.

@islandqueenx3047

5 жыл бұрын

Jake Universe wow I had no idea, we learn something new everyday😊

@estherkingi1133

5 жыл бұрын

Hawaii, New Zealand and Easter Island make up the Polynesian Triangle. All the countries within the triangle are counted as Polynesian 🙂

@woohooo7634

4 жыл бұрын

...... Maori is Polynesian lol

@april-tui3524

4 жыл бұрын

B H A D G A L T Kia Ora, well at least you said we were the best of Polynesia bro 😉

I'm a white guy living in the USA who's never seen Kapa Haka before stumbling across this video. It touches something deep, and I found myself weeping at its beauty and power. Many thanks for this unexpectedly profound experience. I'll be looking for more...

@JackMikeHog

5 ай бұрын

Everything about it is fascinating and it also made me rethink the power of such traditions 🙏🏽 it seems that we all can learn a lot from each other cultures! It’s sad, I didn’t learn about all of this in school. This is the stuff I would like to learn about, not only as a child.

@iplanes1

3 ай бұрын

I was born in England But came to Aotearoa (New Zealand) in 1990. Since then I have gradually picked up understanding of te reo and tikanga. I believe that western culture lost much of its cooperative and family (whanau) values as a result of the industrial revolution. Getting such values back into society would help in many areas not least ecology crime.

The juxtaposition of fierceness and tenderness is incredible

@Sergeantpaprika

4 жыл бұрын

euphony93 I was just thinking that. So incredible

@samuelhutchens7201

3 жыл бұрын

In order to fight, you must first have something to fight for.

@euphony93

3 жыл бұрын

Watched this again today. I get chills every time. And these are high school students! What amazing skill, talent, and energy!

@monke.2191

Жыл бұрын

yes

Guy singing right after the girl at 6:38 gives me chills. His voice is so powerful and smooth like that of the ocean waves. I think that was a short beautiful moment. Thank you for sharing.

@shesosweet2781

4 жыл бұрын

Melody Buckby does he sing professionally?

@shesosweet2781

4 жыл бұрын

Melody Buckby thanks. Is it possible for you to link his account here?

@rotoruaboyshighschool8710

4 жыл бұрын

Hohaia Macfarlane. He is in the army.

@shesosweet2781

4 жыл бұрын

Rotorua Boys' High School oh! Okay, thanks for the information. He really has an amazing voice.

@melodybuckby3530

4 жыл бұрын

Rotorua Boys' High School my apologies I got the wrong guy

I'm thoroughly convinced that I will be spending the majority of my life in New Zealand because of the Maori culture. As a Latino in Sweden I've never felt like I belong but I remember the first time I saw a haka I truly felt like wanting to be a part of the culture. Just amazing really!

@kinasandwich7624

4 жыл бұрын

Our culture is open to all people

@MrCarpiez

4 жыл бұрын

@@kinasandwich7624 I sure hope so! After all this Covid-19 craziness I sure as hell am going!

@ringavirgo1651

4 жыл бұрын

@@MrCarpiez haha tell me about it, haere mai!!

@MrCarpiez

4 жыл бұрын

@ccc ccc I'll make sure to remember that!

@rhi539

3 жыл бұрын

You look cute hahah

I am a West Indian black woman and I love the HAKA. I feel a sense of pride whenever I see it. It literally brings me to tears. This literally evokes something within me! I FEEL IT!!!!

@valeravasilenko4578

4 жыл бұрын

Hi,I-m from Ukraine, me very liked this dance!!! It's,a "Maori" ?!!!

@swageyama_tolyo649

3 жыл бұрын

@@valeravasilenko4578 its called Kapa haka :)

@valeravasilenko4578

3 жыл бұрын

@@swageyama_tolyo649 Спасибо!

Sending love from your cuzzies (neighbours) Native Australians 🖤💛❤️ too deadly

@moziboy75

3 жыл бұрын

Respect to you and yours as well #firstnations

I cannot explain the depth of feeling I get when experiencing a haka....I find tears streaming down my cheeks EVERY. SINGLE. TIME. The emotions and beauty is beyond compare to any other native people's dance( imho)! I could watch them FOREVER. Sending SO MUCH LOVE and GRATITUDE to the Maori people, New Zealand and these incredible performers! Thank you, all!

@marinawarren7616

3 жыл бұрын

You are feeling the mana etc the power from the ancestors

@WinningWithWarchild

3 жыл бұрын

I am with you 100%. Here where I live, I ask people if they've ever seen or heard a haka and they have no clue what I'm talking about. What's really sad is that I didn't either pre-Covid. So glad I finally learned.

@breshannondevereaux5712

2 жыл бұрын

@@marinawarren7616 Makes sense. It's very primal. I love it!

Ken from Las Vegas here. Grew up in Mamaku and attended Rotorua Boys High 1959-1962. Lots of fond memories of the school.

@siahtahuri2921

4 жыл бұрын

I live in mamaku

@ezyduzit915

4 жыл бұрын

Do come back and visit nz is longing to see you

It's moving, no need to understand what they say to feel the passion. I have mixed feelings, on one side I'm enjoying myself but on the other I'm angry that native cultures all over the world have been reduced to their performances, I wonder how many more beautiful things they could've made if colonization hadn't happened.

@l2shields

4 жыл бұрын

who says we are reduced to our performances, maori are not all just doing kappa haka but are doing lots of different arts today :)

@bodhilasseterrush7997

3 жыл бұрын

@@l2shields that is correct but also the result of systemic racism has left us Maori socialy and mentally changed i think its 70 of people in prison are maori

@jmas2312

3 жыл бұрын

You are so right. I am of European decent and feel like so much was lost because primarily the british considered themselves so superior and walked all over and destroyed so many cultures. we need to preserve and protect as much as we can as humans.

@xstonedsoberx

3 жыл бұрын

@@jmas2312 erm forgive me if im wrong but the british didnt have anything to do with european culture being destroyed europe wasnt part of the british empire... those were india, canda, australia, new zealand, egypt and africa are the only ones I can think of that were british colonies.

@peterhind9401

3 жыл бұрын

Sorry to deal in facts but pre- colonization Maori were in constant tribal conflict killing, practising cannibalism and using the conquered tribes as slaves. Colonisation ended such practices.

I am not of native descent, but I still swell with pride to see the haka and hear Polynesian music. It's just beyond beautiful to me, this pale ginger kid.

@tonyrata4796

4 жыл бұрын

Just saw you comment and thought it needed a reply. I wonder if you realise that without the " transfusion" of European genes through inter-marriage , I for one would not be here. I'm as proud of my Britsh roots as my Maori , As I should be. Our culture is ever evolving . What you see today reflects everything that led to today. Whether you arrived 100 years ago or yesterday is irrelevant , the influence of you and your generation will at some point be reflected by culture , both yours and ours. Of course you're part of this culture , all you need do is participate in it! Almost forgot , aren't they great!!!! Stay Safe.

@regtaraare1702

3 жыл бұрын

Heather, our music and belonging, is for all. You included. Xx

As a Zulu girl in South Africa this is just beautiful to watch.

This makes me a more proud islander with Maori, Fijian, Tongan blood flooding my veins. #ProudPasifika

@badtiger7471

5 жыл бұрын

Fiji Tongan islanders and Maori are related if you go back far enough, we were tangata Moana(people of the ocean) I greet you my cousin, Kia Ora, I am Ngai Tuhoe. Of mataatua waka

@badtiger7471

5 жыл бұрын

I believe we all fall under the umbrella of Polynesian🔥😝🔥

@darrylnelson2581

5 жыл бұрын

finally, in ca. usa` a fijian pal~ knew right away, an oz ball cap~ so entire meeting, brought me back, to wesley~

@srabukawaqa9060

5 жыл бұрын

@@darrylnelson2581 yeah! We can always tell someone from the same region whether in the US or Europe. G'day mate.

@samos343guiltyspark

5 жыл бұрын

@@badtiger7471 Don't even have to go back that far, really, all Polynesians are Maori in their own tongue which is actually more like the same tongue because Polynesian Languages are more similar than any other language comparisons in the world. Also, all Maori traveled to eachother's Islands and reinforced the bonds, this great ocean was just our highway. One of my ancestors is Paikea who traveled from the Cook Islands to Aotearoa, this kinda thing happened often. And even when the great Kupe landed in Aotearoa, there were already Maori here to greet him, and we know they were Maori because they spoke a similar enough language to talk to eachother immediately. I start to suspect that our ancestors were far more connected than western historians tell us.

I have no words to describe this performance; it is beautiful!

So beautiful and moving. As an American with deep appreciation for native culture, I hope New Zealand appreciates the national treasure of the Mauri more than we have our aboriginal peoples.

@steveboy7302

4 жыл бұрын

maori

@raykarpp

4 жыл бұрын

Aren't the aboriginal people, Australias native people?

@XantinovaX

4 жыл бұрын

No, 'aboriginal' is a word used around the world for the First Nations peoples of a country. In Australia the aboriginal peoples are called 'aborigines'.

@woohooo7634

4 жыл бұрын

@@XantinovaX Yes. The term "aborigine" is offensive however.

@minananananan1842

4 жыл бұрын

Mauri and maori are two different thsings

The different races and cultures are so beautiful. Why would anyone be racist.

@BoyGorge

3 жыл бұрын

Only stupid, uneducated people are racist.

Hearing the song Angel sung in your native tongue has me in tears. So beautiful and totally heartfelt.

@tamraarmstrong1433

4 жыл бұрын

It was right at that part as I read your comment. I don't think I would have realized that if I hadn't seen it. :O

@cherylscolourjam

4 жыл бұрын

Agree 100%

Oh my goodness, this is a snapshot at secondary school level? Gorgeous, professional, stirring, just unbelievable. Much love from just an average Texan. God's blessings to all of these young people -- I would imagine most have gone on to college and work. Much love.

@monke.2191

Жыл бұрын

GOD BLESS AMERICA

Being a generic white German / Norwegian Midwestern person without much culture at all, I appreciate the Māori culture so much. The haka is a beautiful way to honor someone. The performers are always so free with their expressions and full of pride, it’s the most powerful thing I’ve ever seen. I instantly cry watching a haka without fail. I react this way to Native American dances too. I respect and admire other cultures/their traditions, but nothing has moved me like the Māori people. At the risk of sounding inappropriate, I have to say that I’m sad to not be a part of a culture like this that has such history and pride. My family is not close; we don’t see each other or speak often, and we surely never celebrate anything together. It’s cultures like this that show me what I’m missing, but it’s so beautiful to watch and all I can do is admire from afar. 😤🙌🏼❤️

@kinasandwich7624

2 жыл бұрын

Much love from New Zealand. Sorry brother forgot to say, I think the kapa haka group called Waka huia back in the late 70s early 80s had an awesome German guy in their group. If I come across it I'll get it back here lol, much love brother

@flonoiisana4647

2 жыл бұрын

You have a German and Norwegian culture. Just learn about it.

@siionach

Жыл бұрын

@@flonoiisana4647 fr. im sick of americans openly acknowledging their european heritage and then ignoring the culture that comes with it, practising pre-christian european traditions is an act of defiance against those who believe in colonialism, as we regularly see with ireland and other celtic nations. it's infuriating how americans behave about culture

@edwardshell1289

Жыл бұрын

I enjoy watching Hakas. One day when I was working as an RN at a dialysis clinic, one of my favorite patients came to be dialyzed. He looked so sick and weak. I got him situated in his chair and asked him if he ever saw a haka. He smiled and said, oh yes. The next time I came around to his area, I started performing a haka. Tears began to flow from his eyes. We hugged and I discharged him. The next day I heard he passed quietly in his sleep that night. There is such a spiritual sense of victory and not giving into the fight with a haka. Yvonne

@paulinef.3762

Жыл бұрын

Same with me to be honest

Man I didn’t realise how beautiful our Maori girls are when you watch this ...Kia Ora

This performance brought me to tears and at the same time fills me with so much pride for being and indigenous person with culture.

I can’t understand a word. But that wasn’t important. The feelings totally came through. The (what seemed like a tribute/memorial) half way through had me crying my eyes out. Such beautiful emotions and singing. 🙏🏽 ❤️ 🌟

@rotoruaboyshighschool8710

4 жыл бұрын

Jasprit Singh thank you for your kind comment, it was a tribute to those that had passed in the photos.

@nikiTricoteuse

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah. Me too. Sitting here with tears in my eyes even though l had no idea who they were.

I sincerely wish that more of our Australian high school curriculum' would implement our First People's dance traditions. A stirring and magnetic performance from all of you... you all looked proud and powerful. Thanks for sharing!!!!!!!

@marinawarren7616

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed

@grahamwatt6290

2 жыл бұрын

Reinforces how far we as a nation (AUS) have to go. Aboriginal stories, history, song and dance should be at the fore front of 'Australiana.'

@bigpapajohn3563

2 жыл бұрын

as a polynesian that has been norma mf raised in australia i can agee with u that although they do teach us about aboriginals, pay respects, etc. they don’t teach us tribal dances and i think that’s because i haven’t seen one in charge to show us any. i mean i learnt one in primary school where my aboriginal teacher shared some knowledge form her tribe where her family comes from.

@user-dg3ug7ny5d

Жыл бұрын

@@bigpapajohn3563 I remember in primary school too doing local dance in the undercover area. I remember dancing like fairy wrens and emus, where we did different hand movements based on the traditional distinctions between the male and female work. Change starts by bringing up and encouraging our children to be welcoming of all, and is compounded when adults educate themselves and move past their biases that society taught them to believe in.

わたしは日本人です。 先住民に敬意を払います。 文化を大切にする事は、 集団生活において 種の保存においても土地を守り抜き 大切なものを守り、守られていく事のような気がします。 結束して守り抜く強さは良くも悪くも個々の大切にしすぎて 孤立したこの時代に必要なことだと、 最近の移民の激しさをみて感じました。 分裂させやすい構造に長い年月をかけてなっていく中で、このような文化を根強く残すことをとっても誇りに思います。

the soloist boys voice is great

@makaiyahhapimanaterangi185

5 жыл бұрын

Paretorua?

@karakapeters4556

5 жыл бұрын

Kai tataki taane is his position

@edwardmacfarlane8935

5 жыл бұрын

Paretoroa

@terinawikaira8328

4 жыл бұрын

The boy after the chick who's singing with the photo of Talei morrison is great

@lulyfresa

4 жыл бұрын

I was just coming to comment the same. His voice is spectacular!

I am in awe of this. I wish I had a culture I could be so proud of. But being an Australian born child of English parents, I really have none. True Australian culture belongs only to the Aboriginal people, and I also envy them because of the connection they have to country.

@kinasandwich7624

4 жыл бұрын

MAORI is a way of living, governed by physical spiritual lore for the people who come before us people now and our people tomorrow. So live by the lore of the land which is held by all indigenous peoples.

@jonldn

4 жыл бұрын

I think the phrase you use. “Be so proud of” is the crux. So many have spent time , and sadly blood, denying people the right and access to express their culture be that food dance or song.

@janejdough2230

4 жыл бұрын

YOU NEED TO LEARN YOUR CULTURE!. YOU HAVE BEEN BRAINWASHED TO BELIEVE YOUR CULTURE IS . " LESS THAN " . Through a misguided sense of guilt and ignorance you are experiencing a reversal racism of sorts. You are of English heritage? You come from a culture of seamen and navigators that mastered the seas. You come from artists, whose art graces galleries throughout the world. You come from writers, whose work is celebrated in every media known to mankind. You come from a culture of musicians, both classical to modern of international renown. You come from a culture of dance, from ballet to folk. You come from a land of soldiers who sacrificed their lives to destroy one of the most evil regimes known to mankind. You need not embarrass yourself and your culture by putting it down in the attempt for other cultures to "feel better" . Celebrate other cultures with the knowledge that your own is worthy of celebrating also.

@kinasandwich7624

4 жыл бұрын

@@janejdough2230 Did your start when culture when? This system is not culture? I'm sorry if I have miss understood what you have written.

@woohooo7634

4 жыл бұрын

@@janejdough2230 Umm, nobody is brainwashing anybody to dislike European culture. Euro-centrism is what people don't like. You think diversity is an attack on your "European values" You're fragile.

TRULY A MAGNIFICENT GIFT THIS WAS TO VIEW AS WELL AS FEEL. I DO NOT SPEAK THE LANGUAGE, HOWEVER I COULD FEEL THE STORYTELLING AND AFTER JUST BURYING MY MOM AT SEA... SEEING THE FRAMED PHOTOS OF, WHO I AM GUESSING, ARE BELOVED FAMILY WHO HAS PASSED... TEARS DOWN MY FACE. THE PASSION, THE POWER, THE PRIDE, THE SOUL, AND THE PLAYFULNESS... THANK YOU ALL FOR SHARING YOUR LIGHT WITH THE WORLD AND PLEASE SHINE ON IN ALL YOU DO. RESPECT AND LOVE FROM THE U.S.

As a Bulgarian I've noticed the white and red balls, which we called 'marteniza', as well as the embroidery...its amazing how is it possible to have them in both cultures.Great folklore!

@neyanz5923

4 жыл бұрын

We ( Māori) call them "Poi" they were originally used by males for wrist training.

@nikiTricoteuse

3 жыл бұрын

@@neyanz5923 That's so cool. Sorry to say, l had no idea and thought they had always been used by women to dance!

@neyanz5923

3 жыл бұрын

@@nikiTricoteuse No thats ok, have a nice day 😀

@nikiTricoteuse

3 жыл бұрын

@@neyanz5923 Thanks. You too. 🙂

*I just came from the Bohemian Rhaphsody and am I so glad! To see the culture and language being held dear in the youth assures the continuing of such. In the arms of the angel..so beautifully done. The veil is very thin between this realm and the Spirit world. Your loved ones are not far away.*

Am from the island of cebu philippines and i dont know the words they saying. I just cant stop crying! These sends me vibrations straight to my soul

Beautiful, powerful, and passionate. I’ve been blessed in my life by the goodness and friendship of the Maori people. Thank you for sharing your amazing culture with the world. Much love from the US

@KingiRui

4 жыл бұрын

❤️

Idk why but I'm seriously crying ..... My tears ain't stopping...

oh my LORD!!!!!!! is there any wonder why I always prefer to dance Maori even though I am Samoan. All my experiences of dancing at the Polynesian Cultural Center in Oahu Hawaii, I gave my most emotional and hard core performances when representing Maori. This was absolutely heavenly...Tino pai my Maori brothers and sisters.

@himalayan8315

5 жыл бұрын

Shot bro but that fa'ataupati the Samoan people do aint nothing to sneeze at as with the other items performed also.Polys👆💪

@regtaraare1702

3 жыл бұрын

We are all Polynesia people. That's how we rock helemana. X

@nickbaxter8797

3 жыл бұрын

Had a great day out at the Polynesian Cultural Centre in Hawaii a couple of years ago. Especially loved the singing and dancing.

@jonjones2639

2 жыл бұрын

@@regtaraare1702 bro they not commenting bout polynesia they just commenting bout Maori

They are all so beautiful. And why am I crying?😭

@kalitaylor9064

5 жыл бұрын

You crying honey, is a normal reaction. I live in NZ and even I cry at this.

@kalitaylor9064

5 жыл бұрын

@@gwendolynnieman I hope you do, it's incredibly powerful and touches something in you. Most people don't understand what's being said but they feel it. Come visit us sometime you won't regret it!

@mariathompson317

5 жыл бұрын

My mum is in this group she's the one by the kaitataki

@renegays5576

4 жыл бұрын

@@gwendolynnieman there's kapa haka and waiata competitions all around new Zealand I'm sure one day you'll find one to go to

@patricepodvojsky9534

4 жыл бұрын

Gwendolyn Nieman frightening expressions with bulging eyes and angry faces.

I love listening to this kapa Haka. Moved to Australia 30years ago but never forgot home. Im Pacific islander but loved and respected the Maori culture. This reminded me so much of the beauty and strength this culture holds. Gave me goosebumps. Well done❤️

māori culture is so beautiful, i am a white australian but i can never ever get over how powerful and beautiful this culture is, goosebumps

Kiaora all my whanau,watching in Thunder Bay Canada attended school in Rotorua in the 70s then moved to Canada 1979,proud Tuhoe mother's maiden name Tepapa from Waiotahi Valley this makes me miss my whanau back home Arohanui

@tappywilson4501

5 жыл бұрын

Chur bro mean alright i stay not to far from there have a mean one in canada bro

@CP12XII

5 жыл бұрын

CHURR MATUA

@teikipouwhare7426

4 жыл бұрын

Kia ora

WOW!!! SO POWERFUL!!! Like Being in Church and the Hymns that reach into your heart and bring you closer to God! So Beautiful!

This made me so emotional. I don’t even understand one word.

@manuholmwood6264

4 жыл бұрын

Nyaemal Hrruna I free fmncbc

This is absolutely beautiful and beyond words. But big mans in the back is built hella different. He was given ALL the right meals with height like that.

Oh god. I don't know what I was expecting as I clicked on this video, but I had a very raw reaction to it. I don't think I took a breath the whole time this played. I have no other words. I'm positively gutted right now.

@sonnyrawiri2192

5 жыл бұрын

Why?.

Can I love these people more! The passion they make you feel...tears all the time I watch a Haka. And hearing them sing like this... for their fallen ❤❤❤❤❤

When you hear this, it stirs something very tribal within us. Most cultures had something very similar to this in their history. But the Pacific islanders have managed to hold on to it over time. Pretty impressive.

As a Korean woman, I don't know why I like haka, but strangely I do.

@mustardjar5352

Жыл бұрын

It's hard not to dislike something where a large group of people put their heart and soul into to something to bring you joy and to tell you all about who they are

@scotto9591

Жыл бұрын

Because, it's amazing.

@bootypetals

Жыл бұрын

🤍

@elizabethcallan10

Жыл бұрын

I’m Romanian

@punkyust3061

Жыл бұрын

Because its sexy as f***

I am just a middle aged Texan doing my own thing in my own little world with my family and friends. Covid Quarantine put me in touch with KZread videos and my new found respect and appreciation of all things New Zealand, Haka and island peoples. As far as the Haka is concerned, I cannot understand a word of it, but yet it reaches me on a deeper level than I thought possible. I'm so glad I was suggested this video with these beautiful young people with incredible talent. I was especially moved by the emotional song that starts at 6:09 - I wasn't expecting that. I would love to know who the singers are and why they were chosen (besides being fantastic) for their parts, the people in the pictures, their connections with each other, why do they shake their hands, and possibly the words they are singing in English. Regardless of whether I get any of that information, this is an inspirational video on many levels and I want to wish the school and all of its people the best of success! Bill

@neyanz5923

2 жыл бұрын

Kia ora (Hello) i thought id try help answer some of the questions you asked. First of all when you join a kapa haka group the matua (male teacher) or whaea (female teacher) choose main singers based on voice, range, volume and confidence then check if the individuals would like leads in certain waiata (songs) they do change lead singers often as there are plenty to choose from. People in pictures are usually teachers whom have passed or help to develope the group. The shaking of the hand is called a wiri it represents the all vibrations in nature from heat waves to ocean waves even the air breeze. Hope this helps have a great day and stay safe 🙂

@WinningWithWarchild

2 жыл бұрын

@@neyanz5923 Thank you so much for your assistance. I cut the particular song that I'm referring to in my own post trying to get some answers about it. kzread.info/dash/bejne/lYWbmJqbhseXo9o.html It seems like a very somber song of remembrance and dedication to past female and male people, and I can feel the emotion in it. Sadly, without understanding the words, I am not able to fully grasp the meaning but I still get it. Again, your post is much appreciated.

@neyanz5923

2 жыл бұрын

@@WinningWithWarchild You are very welcome also here is a link to one of my fav kapa haka somber songs that gives the same feeling hope you like it kzread.info/dash/bejne/omiOzMmjaduaicY.html

@roxsskie247

2 жыл бұрын

@@neyanz5923 Spot on, good choice

Did they sing arms of the Angel's in their language? SUCH A BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE!!!!!!!

@kinasandwich7624

5 жыл бұрын

Yes

This is beautiful, the first waiata sounds like the tune to 'stone cold'.

@slap_em_papi173

5 жыл бұрын

Taurean.Maori it is

@KiddStar86

Жыл бұрын

Rattle snake 3:16 Stone Cold

As a Samoan, The passion in Maori performances is just next level

wowww, i was nearly crying all through the performance, but when the boy with the picture of maybe his grandpa (?) in his hands started singing, I literally broke omgggggg

@stoof4598

3 жыл бұрын

That was a tribal leader. Revered......... He is not alive now, and wasn't at that time either.

Whenever I feel overwhelmed, I watch this video and the emotion just grounds me, it's such a beautiful gift that you all have, and I feel such privilege to hear you all perform.

I literally yelled "OOOOH SHIT" at 3:46-3:47, oooh my GOD. That was such a beautiful transition and SO badass!

I admire these people they fight with all they have and the women fight along side of them, big hugs.

This is why I love New Zealand. Amazing.

@monke.2191

Жыл бұрын

Aotearoa

I would like this video never stop , from 🇫🇷, magnifique culture

They are awesome. The amount of practice and understanding of their Culture. I amazing. Im Native American and all my Polynesian family groups. Have my utmost respect

My bestie was born in NZ and is Maōri and Cook Islander, and I grew up in Australia surrounded by many Polynesian people my church is majority Polynesian, Melanesian and Micronesian. I am very familiar with the culture and I love it ❤️🥰 I am Half Native from the Igbo people of Southeastern Nigeria ❤️🙏🏽❤️ Makes me proud of my heritage

@posto8421

3 жыл бұрын

do you live in campbelltown. you look familiar

May the brilliant star that is the Maori never burn out, may they shine forever! Live and thrive, my distant cousins!!

@monke.2191

Жыл бұрын

Warrior race

Love watching these. So proud to be Māori!!!

I'm from Perth in WA, and I hope to see a real Haka one day. They look astounding. And the singing performance was just incredible. Love you all!!

@kinasandwich7624

4 жыл бұрын

Much love to you and your family and I hope you are safe from the virus epidemic that faces us all

That kid voice holding the man picture is really good!

What an amazing experience it must be for these young people to be able to connect with their culture in such powerful performances. I became addicted to watching school performances on NZ television while I visited there last year - such incredible talent!

I love the Maori culture. Watching from Australia. Absolute admiration for these beautiful people. Of all the different races I have met in this world, I have NEVER had any problems with Maoris or New Zealanders in general. Beautiful country, beautiful culture, beautiful people.

@monke.2191

Жыл бұрын

most special

@monke.2191

Жыл бұрын

most special

So lovely to watch. I am really dreaming to visit Aotearoa one day. Since decades… One day, I will be there. Kia Ora from Germany, Europe

I remember first learning about this through a movie called Whale Rider, had no idea what was happening but now I think it's one of the coolest things

Since a year back, I got deeply interested about New Zealand, which lead to me a small clip of haka and then my obsession of watching haka videos increased. The love Kiwis have for haka and their culture is so beautiful. Coming from a country of diverse culture, it really warms my heart. You guys have done awesome job👏👏👏👏👏 choreographing that many students, choreographer needs Emmy nomination.

@Nikitamoanaclarke

4 жыл бұрын

Neelanjana Rai Māori* not kiwi

I have always believed that culture has meant to be shared and not hidden away and kept just for your own people. Thank you for sharing such beauty and power with us. And thank you for taking the moments you did in you set to honor those who could not be there with you!

THIS! This made me tear up. I hope your culture is preserved and always alive for now and forever 🙌🏼👏🏼

That was: Stunning! Awesome! Beautiful! Touching! Enjoyable! Fun! Wow! I just learned about the Maori people through my granddaughter's Girl Scout Troop learning Lemmi Sticks. I began doing research and learned that they're Maori Sticks, then I read a lot about the Maori culture. I haven't stopped. The Maori are fascinating and the Haka is amazing to watch. I'm so glad I'm learning about these people. I pray for the Maori to prosper and be well. They help to make the world a better, more respectful place.

@Pam-rp3lu

4 жыл бұрын

💜💜💜

@TrueDignity

4 жыл бұрын

So happy you’ve started to look into our beautiful culture! The sticks you’re referring to a rakau, i used to play rakau all the time when i was a kid. Brings me back

@JoanneSgrignoli

4 жыл бұрын

@@TrueDignity Thank you. It's such a beautiful culture. I love the Hakas. You all have such a beautiful spirit that binds you together. I'll tell my granddaughter the real name of the sticks. 😊❤

Their spirit reached out to my spirit and it is amazing. It's like I want to be with them in pure peace and understanding.

Very few things can bring tears to my eyes, but this....The power, love and unity resonated with me on the greatest level 🔥

하카 정말 감동적이예요 무슨말인지 몰라도 가슴이 뜨거워져요

I'm very unfamilar with this culture and the Haka in general. I only recently heard of it because of Jason Momoa's Aquaman premiere and he and a group of friends as well as his children performed a haka. Since seeing that I have been intrigued and found this. Hearing them sing Angel had tears rolling down my cheeks. What a beautiful rendition and performance overall.

@martintheiss743

5 жыл бұрын

the ancestors of this group used the chant starting at 3.45 to intimidate your enemy as they approached to attack your tribe. Also, the accepted translation of a word on the Maori script of the original UK treaty has been defined as Queen Victoria establishing power and authority rather than the English translation of the term "sovereignty". This lead to a war that has been accepted to have lasted in some stages from the mid 1840s to 1916 I believe. Strangely, the adoption of a defense posture of the first 20 years of that campaign could have given the UK a major land advantage in the European 1914 war.

@kinasandwich7624

4 жыл бұрын

Welcome to the Maori world

@jessier8949

4 жыл бұрын

Remember that Jason momoa is Hawaiian though. Not Maori.

@Man-dd9fs

4 жыл бұрын

Rachel J Polynesians are maori and Hawaii is part of polynesia

I'm not Maori but I'm thankful I live and am surrounded by these beautiful people. Respect.

I’m so in awe of the vocal strength these performers have - to go from singing to shouting and back a dozen times, and still have such clear, beautiful timbre… 🤯🤩

6:10 i was not ready that tribute was so sad

@svensonvanderbilt7673

4 жыл бұрын

Me too that was so strong

I am an Indian... But still I have goosebumps and tears!!

Omg I love Kapa Haka my kapa haka team was suppose to go to nationals but covid happened, so in the mean time I love watching kapa haka and this one was my fav because I can feel how much work u guys put into this and its amazing!

This is amazing. The strength, the talent. Today I am thankful that Internet exists so that we can discover wonderful things like this

Omg the third song totally broke me. I can feel everything they’re singing. So so moving.

Now imagine this in hidden bush the haka was developed to inflict fear in the enemy's heart 2 win the battle before it started hence why the element of surprise was there strongest card for the Maori to play witch got them a long way in the war can you just imagine this with saround sound in darkness with the ground vibrating benith you will send chills up ur spine in the right mood

@kouldbanyone4983

5 жыл бұрын

I don't have to. As a European child immigrant to Australia. I was picked for a local netball team. I don't know why since I was short & scrawny. But anyway. We were facing off with a Maori team. And the Maori girls started doing the Haka - I have never been so facking scared in my entire farcking life! And as I bolted, raucous laughter burst forth from the players, the coaches, the referee & the audience. If done right - this shite really works. It's absolutely terrifying! Since then, I've made countless Maori friends. They have the best sense of humour on the planet. Hearts of gold. Brilliant mates. Loyal to the last breath. But. They're bat-shite crazy & I would never challenge any of them - they're farcking insane - whilst I'm still little. I know my limitations.

@lebeing2672

5 жыл бұрын

@Tjz fuck up , uneducated fuck, you're gay

@barbarac7301

5 жыл бұрын

chevy wiley , Пока они шумят в кустарнике, другие тихо и молча зашли в тыл врага... Тишина порой больше пугает.

@chevyw39

5 жыл бұрын

Haters

@chevyw39

5 жыл бұрын

Keyboard warriors

So much talent. Beautiful then moving then terrifying then charming and funny. Like life, really. A little bit of everything.

I'll be honest, I've only seen Hakas performed by men, never with women involved, until now. This is incredible, it's like seeing the masculine and the feminine working together, and being stronger together.

@renegays5576

4 жыл бұрын

Really? Most haka involves both genders

I am Half Chilean and Canadian. i love and respect your beautiful culture. cheers

Enchanted, I loved watching this, a nice travel to Maori history and culture ❤️❤️❤️

Such a strong spirit of unity, in the body language and just the Spirit. Wish the world could unite like this. And I do not know what they are saying. But strongly perceived

Потрясающе!! Музыкально, эмоционально!! Впервые вижу и слушаю такое народное творчество маори!

Don't ever lose this beautiful part of your culture. ONce it's gone, it's so hard to bring it back to it's authenticity. This team was amazing.

So awesome seeing the younger generations loving their culture, carry it forward, sending love across the water from Australia. 💖 💖

This really made me cry , the passion their giving us from the culture is beautiful. 💗💗💗

greetings and lots of love from iran

Thank you so much from Maine, USA. I've watched it again and again. Amazing.

BEAUFTIFUL so proud of you people catching on your culture.

@monke.2191

Жыл бұрын

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