Lyrics
On the island, we do it island style,
Embracing the unique cultural practices and lifestyle of the island.
From the mountain to the ocean from the windward to the leeward side.
Describing the comprehensive reach of the island life, from the mountains to the ocean and both sides of the island.
On the island, we do it island style,
Reiteration of the island style, emphasizing its significance.
From the mountain to the ocean from the windward to the leeward side.
Reiteration, reinforcing the idea of island life from various perspectives.
Mama's in the kitchen cooking dinner real nice,
Portrays a scene of familial warmth and traditional cooking in the kitchen.
Beef stew on the stove, lomi salmon with the ice.
Specifically mentions the dishes being prepared – beef stew and lomi salmon with ice.
We eat and drink and we sing all day,
Highlights the joyous atmosphere of eating, drinking, and singing throughout the day.
Kanikapila in the old Hawaiian way.
Refers to Kanikapila, a Hawaiian tradition of impromptu music sessions, emphasizing the old Hawaiian way.
On the island, we do it island style,
Reiteration of the island style, maintaining a strong cultural identity.
From the mountain to the ocean from the windward to the leeward side.
Restates the diversity of island life from different geographical perspectives.
On the island, we do it island style,
Emphasis on the continued practice of island style living.
From the mountain to the ocean from the windward to the leeward side.
Reiteration of the encompassing nature of the island lifestyle.
We go grandma's house on the weekend clean yard.
Describes a visit to grandma's house, emphasizing community values such as helping with yard work.
If we no go, grandma gotta work hard.
Expresses the importance of family support in easing grandma's workload.
You know my grandma, she like the poi real sour.
Shares a personal detail about grandma's taste preference for sour poi.
I love my grandma every minute, every hour.
Expresses deep love and appreciation for grandma.
On the island, we do it island style,
Reiteration of the island style with a focus on different geographical locations.
From the mountain to the ocean from the windward to the leeward side.
Repeats the diverse experience of island life across various landscapes.
On the island, we do it island style,
Underlines the consistency of the island style, reiterating its importance.
From the mountain to the ocean from the windward to the leeward side.
Repeats the comprehensive nature of island life from different perspectives.
Mama's in the kitchen cooking dinner real nice,
Paints a familial scene of cooking and preparing a meal, echoing earlier verses.
Beef stew on the stove, lomi salmon with the ice.
Specifies the dishes being cooked – beef stew and lomi salmon with ice.
We eat and drink and we sing all day,
Highlights the joyous and communal aspects of eating, drinking, and singing throughout the day.
Kanikapila in the old Hawaiian way.
Reiterates the traditional Hawaiian way of spontaneous music sessions.
On the island, we do it island style,
Reiteration of the island style, emphasizing its cultural significance.
From the mountain to the ocean from the windward to the leeward side.
Repeats the diversity of the island experience, considering different geographical features.
On the island, we do it island style,
Emphasizes the ongoing practice of island style living.
From the mountain to the ocean from the windward to the leeward side.
Reiterates the encompassing nature of the island lifestyle.
From the mountain to the ocean from the windward to the leeward side.
Concludes with a final repetition of the diverse geographical aspects of island life.
From the mountain to the ocean from the windward to the leeward side.
Final emphasis on the all-encompassing experience of the island, wrapping up the song.
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