HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - “Hawaii ’78” is one of Israel Kamakawiwoole’s most important and powerful songs. And the inspiration for its unique sound came from a very special place: Palehua ...

Israel Kamakawiwo‘ole sang a song entitled “Hawaii 78,” originally recorded by the Makaha Sons of Niihau. The first line of the song is our state motto: “Ua mau ke ea o ka aina i ka pono ...