Lyrics

E ‘uha’i Break off the point of the Spear The “maka o ka ihe (point of the spear) represents the aggressive
I ka maka o ka ihe sharp and potentially destructive edge of a warrior or situation.
E wai kai It is well to be united in thought To “break” this point is a metaphorical expression indicating
Ka pono I manalo that all may have peace the disarmament of an opponent, the diffusing of a tense conflict
E wehe or the turnings of a hostile force into a peaceful one. DE ESCALATE
I ka umaumau I akea Open out the chest that Neutralize threats to protect and provide, turning aggression into peace
it may be spacious or constructive action

He Punawai Open the chest that it may be spacious. Be generous and kind to all.
Kahe wale ke aloha Love Is a spring that flows freely This proverb calls us to be open hearted, welcoming and accepting
He waiwai rather than narrow-minded, stingy or closed off. Umaumau refers to
Nui Ke aloha Love is a great treasure which the chest or bosom (heart/emotions)
O ka’u no ia e I cherish Akea means broad, wide, spacious or open. It implies clearing your
Pulama nei heart and mind to embrace others with hospitality and kindness

Love is a spring that flows freely. Aloha is boundless and available
to everyone. Aloha should be given without any expectations of return
E Kulia I ka nu’u Strive to reach the Summit or limit, much like the constant flow of water, just like a natural spring flows
Lana Kakou I ka We rise by lifting others without being forced or restricted, true aloha exists for all and does not run dry
Hau’oli o ha’i
The chorus of this song highlights Queen Kapiolani’s motto



Ho’okahi Wield the paddles together
Ka ‘ilau like Ana Let all travel together
Ho’omoe like water flowing
Wai kahi ke kao’o in one directon
A’ohe hana nui No task is to great
Ke alu’ia when done together by all

E lauhoe Everyone paddle the
E lauhoe mai na wa’a Canoes together
I ke ka Paddle together
I ke ka, i ka ho’e bail, paddle, paddle,bail
I ka ho’e paddle towards the land
Pae aku i ka aina and the shore is reached
Pupukahi i holomua Unite to move forward


E Kulia I ka nu’u Strive to reach the Summit
Lana Kakou I ka We rise by lifting others
Hau’oli o ha’i