Iam Tongi

Road To Hana

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Hailing from Kahuku, Hawaii, Iam Tongi made history as the first person from Hawaii and the first Pacific Islander to win the star-finding tv show, American Idol. 

Tongi’s soulful voice, coupled with his skillful performances on the ukulele, piano, and guitar, captivated audiences and judges alike starting from the first note of his deeply emotional audition where he dedicated a touching rendition of James Blunt&#39;s &#34;Monsters&#39;&#39; to his late father. The heartfelt performance garnered a standing ovation from the judges, quickly propelling Tongi to viral fame and amassing over 100 million views on YouTube, making him the most viral artist in Idol history. 

Being a large part of the Hawaiian, Samoan, and Tongan culture, Iam grew up surrounded by music where his natural born gifts became known, prompting his father to spend a holiday paycheck on a guitar for the then 13-year-old. Iam then spent years performing for his family and at local events, carefully crafting his skills and vocal prowess. Always encouraging, Iam’s father constantly suggested the singer audition for American Idol, but it wasn’t until his father sadly passed from kidney failure that the young artist signed up for the show, a touching tribute to the most influential person in his life. 

Since his historic win, Iam’s artistry is flourishing with the release of his single &#34;I&#39;ll Be Seeing You&#34; and has been selling out shows across the US.

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New song "Road to Hana" out now on all platforms! 


Bros not fat he’s just filled with all the love that mama feeds him , good vibes mate

We need to support our artist! Especially since we need more positive songs in the world 🌎. Thank You !

Every business in Waikiki is gonna be playing this now for years

This song genuinely has such a magical charm to it, mate you&#39;re going places for SURE 🚀

This song genuinely has such a magical charm to it, mate you're going places for SURE 🚀

Who’s here after hearing him on American Idol tonight April 6, 2024? I can’t get enough of this song!

The chorus to this song has already been stuck in my head for days. I love it

This young man deserves every bit of success.

A big thank you to Iam’s parents for introducing this amazingly talented young man to the world.  R.I.P. Rodney.

no drugs, cuss words, weapons, &#39;flexing&#39;.. just straight up wholesome vibes... beautiful too see nowadays

no drugs, cuss words, weapons, 'flexing'.. just straight up wholesome vibes... beautiful too see nowadays

The soul of Israel Kamakawiwoʻole is sitting somewhere over the rainbow with Iam&#39;s dad just beaming.

The soul of Israel Kamakawiwoʻole is sitting somewhere over the rainbow with Iam's dad just beaming.

When I&#39;m listening to anything on YouTube, I&#39;m often just lounging around on my couch, while my 8-year-old daughter watches her own videos on her iPad.  When I play one of your songs, she gets up, lies down next to me, and watches your videos with me.  She is as captivated by your voice as I am.  You capture the minds and hearts of all ages and for young kids with a short attention span, that isn&#39;t easy to do.  I hope you never stop singing, because in a world filled with hate, fear, and rage, listening to you puts a certain ease in my mind and comforts my soul.  Thank you for that. ❤

When I'm listening to anything on YouTube, I'm often just lounging around on my couch, while my 8-year-old daughter watches her own videos on her iPad.  When I play one of your songs, she gets up, lies down next to me, and watches your videos with me.  She is as captivated by your voice as I am.  You capture the minds and hearts of all ages and for young kids with a short attention span, that isn't easy to do.  I hope you never stop singing, because in a world filled with hate, fear, and rage, listening to you puts a certain ease in my mind and comforts my soul.  Thank you for that. ❤

He is absolutely the second coming of Israel Kamakawiwo&#39;ole. Just perfect.

He is absolutely the second coming of Israel Kamakawiwo'ole. Just perfect.

Dec 24th will be 2 months ago I lost my wife, the love of my life of 17yrs. We both absolutely  love your voice. Every time I hear you sing it brings back all the great memories and hides the pain. Thankyou so very much for being an inspiration for so many to just keep going

Israel Kamakawiwo&#39;ole would be proud of you!!! You made it sound like Iam Tongi instead of IZ. That’s the part he’ll be proud of. You made it your own. You’re representing him, your father Rodney and all the Hawaiians the proper way. Continue both of those beautiful souls legacy young man 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

Israel Kamakawiwo'ole would be proud of you!!! You made it sound like Iam Tongi instead of IZ. That’s the part he’ll be proud of. You made it your own. You’re representing him, your father Rodney and all the Hawaiians the proper way. Continue both of those beautiful souls legacy young man 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

Your voice is timeless. You’re daddy is proud of you.

IZ is smiling down on you. You made him proud. I&#39;m so happy you finally did an official video of this. Spectacular! Beautiful! You IZ worthy of doing this song.

IZ is smiling down on you. You made him proud. I'm so happy you finally did an official video of this. Spectacular! Beautiful! You IZ worthy of doing this song.

One of the great voices singing one of the great songs.  Stay healthy kid.  We need you to be around for a long, long time.

Somewhere over the rainbow, high above the chimney top, Bruddah Izzy is grinning that infectious smile.

You’re dad is proud of you Iam , your voice is amazing very clean , thanks for this song , i wish you success Iam Tongi

My wife passed away on December 17 2021. I asked our lord if he would give me the chance for only one more time to hold her and talk to her. Now I sing and play amazing grace on keyboard.  Every day when I get to crying,  I get comfort from this song

That harmony on the “My chains are gone….” Gave me chills!

When my sister died I could not get this song out of my head…to the point it was compounding my grief and I begged our Heavenly Father to make it stop. Then I realized what was truly happening. It was a message from my sister, her chains were gone and she was whole again. She suffered from severe addiction and mental illness which ultimately took her from us. I now receive great comfort in this song. Her chains are gone &amp; she is free. Thank you, brother, for this reminder. Much aloha.🌈👊🏼🌺

When my sister died I could not get this song out of my head…to the point it was compounding my grief and I begged our Heavenly Father to make it stop. Then I realized what was truly happening. It was a message from my sister, her chains were gone and she was whole again. She suffered from severe addiction and mental illness which ultimately took her from us. I now receive great comfort in this song. Her chains are gone & she is free. Thank you, brother, for this reminder. Much aloha.🌈👊🏼🌺

C’est magnifique c’est magique bravo à vous deux

Iam Tongi, your spirit sings and touches millions. Thank you for sharing your gift!  Utah loves you (as does the rest of the World!)

Please sing for Jesus non stop he&#39;s the one who blessed you all with these voices and talents use them for his glory amen shalom

Please sing for Jesus non stop he's the one who blessed you all with these voices and talents use them for his glory amen shalom

Her voice is so beautiful! What a great duet with Iam

Best version of Amazing Grace I have ever heard.

Their voices harmonizing is beautiful. I am so glad that Iam won American Idol.  I see him getting ahead, then going back to get others.. helping them to succeed.  God bless you Iam.

Thank you Iam and Eta! We just witness a glimpse of Heaven when Angels sing! HE LIVES!

Listen to Cool Down & Don't Let Go here: 
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Cool Down / Don't Let Go

Stream "An Iam Tongi Christmas" here: https://iamtongi.lnk.to/aitc

An Iam Tongi Christmas - EP

Acoustic Series

Why Kiki?

My Love

Rodney’s Songs

Mexican jams

My Church Favs

Iam’s Jams

STREAM "Why Kiki?" - https://IamTongi.lnk.to/why-kiki

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Film Production Company: Sight & Sound Productions
Sponsor: Island Sound Studios
Directors: Kevin Sawicki & Christian Bowman
Producers: Kevin Sawicki, Christian Bowman, Destiny Mabalot, & Nick Sarpa
Executive Producer: Bryan Spicer
Director of Photography: Kevin Sawicki
Editor: Kevin Sawicki
Cast: William Tongi, Kalikolanih'ike'ala Teuila Pei, Hunter Lee, Manatau Tuifua, Jimmy Tuifua, CJ Falevai-Kindness, Hālau Hula 'O Hokulani, & Iam's Friends & Family
Production Assistants: Lisa Giovannielli, Noa Hall, Nicole Huddleston, Kat Taylor, & Chase Giovannielli
Haku Lei Maker: Angela Cezar
Catering: Best Drive-In & Da Bald Guy
Filming Location: Kualoa Ranch
Special Thanks: Doug Sanchez
Art Director: Karen Sawicki
Colorist: Logan Laveti
Assistant Editor: Franz Schmutzer
First Assistant Camera: Joshua Pokraka
Gaffer: Clark Davis
Drone: Eric Sterman
Timelapse Photographer: Michael Ogasawara
Additional Camera Operator: Josh Birman
Hair & Make-up: Jasmine Mullins & Jonah Dela Cruz
Location Manager: Oz Go

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#WhyKiki? #IamTongi

Iam Tongi - Why Kiki? (Official Music Video)

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#OverTheRainbow #IamTongi #Cover #Acoustic

Iam Tongi - Over The Rainbow (Official Acoustic Video)

Didn’t get to put up back in the end of April when we did this but went to Oakland California and was asked to sing with this amazing singer Eta Lauti this song dedicated to her Aunty that passed away. It was an honor to be part of this

Iam Tongi & Eta Lauti COVER “Amazing Grace”

STREAM "I'll Be Seeing You" - https://iamtongi.lnk.to/IllBeSeeingYouID

Shot and edited by Nick Sarpa

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Lyrics: 
All your wits
All of the laughs 
Your grin
Will stay in my heart 
Stay in my mind
For all of time 

Bridges burn
But I’ve seen the worst 
And I’m sure
That I’ll be alright
I’m doing just fine 
Only for a time 

Oh where do I go from here? 
Know I’m lonely, but have no fear 

Cause I’ll be seeing you 
Seeing you
Wherever I go 

And I’ll be,
Be with you, 
Be with you 
Wherever I’ll go 

Gone but your love
Is all I have left
I’ll stand tall
You’ll stay in my arms 
Won’t stay in the dark 
Cause you’ll look for me 

Maybe I’m bound to break 
I wanted more
I can’t resist
The thought of you 
Lingers on me now 

Heaven knows no tears 
But if only you were here 

But I’ll be seeing you 
Seeing you 
Wherever I go 

I’ll be,
Be with you, 
Be with you, 
Wherever I go 
Cause I’ll be seeing you 
Seeing you
Wherever I go 

And I’ll be, 
Be with you, 
Be with you, 
Wherever I go 

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#IllBeSeeingYou #IamTongi #Pop #SingerSongwriter

Iam Tongi - I'll Be Seeing You (Official Visualizer)

One of Uncle Manatau’s favorite songs and while I stayed with him for 2 weeks I got to really love this song as well.

William Tongi COVER “Monsters” by James Blunt

Learned this song a couple months ago for the Asi’s wedding then asked dad to help me out here to do a cover of Islands in the stream by Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton.

Iam Tongi and dad Rodney’s COVER Islands in the Stream

Decided to put out a full version of James Blunt beautiful song “Monsters” since everyone been asking. Grateful James Blunt wrote this song to tell his and my story and many others heal as well.

Iam Tongi COVER: “Monsters” by James Blunt

Stream 'I'll Be Seeing You': https://iamtongi.lnk.to/IllBeSeeingYouID

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Lyrics: 
All your wits
All of the laughs 
Your grin
Will stay in my heart 
Stay in my mind
For all of time 

Bridges burn
But I’ve seen the worst 
And I’m sure
That I’ll be alright
I’m doing just fine 
Only for a time 

Oh where do I go from here? 
Know I’m lonely, but have no fear 

Cause I’ll be seeing you 
Seeing you
Wherever I go 

And I’ll be,
Be with you, 
Be with you 
Wherever I’ll go 

Gone but your love
Is all I have left
I’ll stand tall
You’ll stay in my arms 
Won’t stay in the dark 
Cause you’ll look for me 

Maybe I’m bound to break 
I wanted more
I can’t resist
The thought of you 
Lingers on me now 

Heaven knows no tears 
But if only you were here 

But I’ll be seeing you 
Seeing you 
Wherever I go 

I’ll be,
Be with you, 
Be with you, 
Wherever I go 
Cause I’ll be seeing you 
Seeing you
Wherever I go 

And I’ll be, 
Be with you, 
Be with you, 
Wherever I go 

#IllBeSeeingYou #IamTongi #Pop #SingerSongwriter

Iam Tongi - I'll Be Seeing You (Official Audio)

Iam Tongi & dad Rodney Tongi’s cover of Diamond Rio’s “One More Day With You”

COVER: One More Day by Diamond Rio

Stream "The Dance - Acoustic Sessions" here: https://IamTongi.lnk.to/thedance

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#TheDance #IamTongi #Cover #Acoustic #GarthBrooks

Iam Tongi - The Dance (Official Acoustic Video)

RIP Aunty Neta. We are gonna to miss you with your strong faith. Dedicating this to my Taufa brothers and sisters Joycee Janette Joseph and Jimmy

Iam Tongi COVER “There is Peace in Christ”

STREAM "Monsters": https://vyd.co/210815

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Iam Tongi - Monsters (feat. James Blunt) [Official Lyric Video]

William Tongi and Rodney COVER “Gravity” by John Mayer

Performed for the Mother’s Day program. Reminding us to cherish each moment.

Iam Tongi’s COVER of “The Dance” by Garth Brooks

Iam Tongi’s COVER: Save Your Tears by The Weeknd

Stream "Road to Hana": https://music.empi.re/roadtohana

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Road To Hana
Written by: 
IAM TONGI / ROY MORGAN / JOHNNY REID

I GOT MY  OLD FORD TWO DOOR PICK UP TRUCK
UH UH UH 
I GOT HER SMELLING LIKE A ROSE AND SHES ALL GASSED UP 
UH UH UH 
GOT A SHINE ON MY SCOTTS AND MY JIM MAUI SHADES 
UH UH UH 
GOT MY EYES ON FOREVER CAUSE  FOREVER STARTS TODAY 
UH UH UH 

I'M ON THE ROAD TO HANA
SURFING THROUGH THE RADIO 
I'M ON THE ROAD TO HANA BEST PART IS SHE DONT KNOW 
GOTTA DIAMOND IN MY POCKET 
WITH HER NAME WRITTEN ON IT 
IM GONNA GET ON MY KNEE 
I'M ON THE ROAD TO HANA 
TO SAY HANA WILL YOU MARRY ME 

I GOT 64.4 MILES TO GO 
UH UH UH 
I GOT MY HAND OUT OF THE WINDOW MAN I’M TAKING IT SLOW 
UH UH UH 
GOT AN OCEAN TO THE LEFT WILDFLOWERS TO THE RIGHT 
UH UH UH NO 
I NEVER WEAR A WATCH CAUSE IM ALWAYS ON ISLAND TIME 
UH UH UH 

CHORUS 

I TOLD HER FATHER IM IN LOVE WITH HIS DAUGHTER 
HE SAID I KNOW ITS TRUE 
AND ILL HAVE HER DOWN THERE UNDERNEATH THE WATERFALL
SHE'LL BE WAITING ON YOU 
I SAID SIR I PRAY SHE SAYS I DO CAUSE 

CHORUS 

I'M ON THE ROAD TO HANA 
TO SAY HANA WILL YOU MARRY ME

Road To Hana (Official Audio)

Tulsa, OK I’ll be seeing you AUGUST 10th! Yessah🤙🏾 Lessgo

AUGUST 7th Virginia Beach, VA @the 24th Street Stage. Don’t miss out! YESSAH🤙🏾

Today!!! Lessgo #YESSAH🤙🏾

Proud American. This is for all the men and women who have fought and continue to fight to allow me the freedom I have today.  “Old Glory”

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