Lyrics
I remember days when we would jam
I recall times when we used to play music together
Songs that told the stories of our land
Songs that conveyed the tales of our homeland
Sittin' on the lanai in a leeward town
Sitting on the porch in a town on the leeward side
Sounds of Ki Ho'alu would be found
Listening to the harmonious sounds of Ki Ho'alu (slack-key guitar)
Oh my friend, how I miss those days
Expressing a sense of longing for past moments with a friend
How I long for the older ways
Nostalgia for traditional or older customs and practices
I remember friends who've come and gone
Recollection of friends who have passed away
Those who shared with us their song
Friends who shared their unique songs and experiences
Those who seemed to know nothing of this land
Some friends unfamiliar with the land but open to learning
But learned with an open ear and a helping hand
Learning through an open mind and willingness to help
Oh my friend, how I miss your smile
Expressing a deep yearning for the friend's smile
Can you stay for a little while?
Wishing the friend could stay a bit longer
'Auhea wale 'oe e ku'u kumu
Calling out to the dear teacher or source of knowledge
A he hoa hiwahiwa
Acknowledging a cherished and close companion
He hiwahiwa paha 'oe ma ka lewa
Wondering if the friend is special in the heavens
Ha'o nui 'ia 'oe me ka poina 'ole
You are greatly missed and unforgettable
E ola mau ana kau mele kaulana
May your famous songs live on forever
Oh my friend, how I miss your face
Expressing a deep longing for the friend's face
And I do believe you're a gift to this place
Believing the friend is a valuable gift to the world
Yes I do believe you're in a better place
Expressing faith that the friend is now in a better place
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