Hawaiian Wedding Song
Andy Williams
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This is the moment I've waited for I can hear my heart singing Soon bells will be ringing This is the moment Of sweet aloha I will love you longer than forever Promise me that you will leave me never Here and now dear All my love I vow dear Promise me that you will leave me never I will love you longer than forever Now that we are one Clouds won't hide the sun Blue skies of Hawaii smile On this, our wedding day I do (I do) love you (love you) with all my heart
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Written by: Al Hoffman, Dick Manning, Charles E. King
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10 facts about this song
Song OriginThe "Hawaiian Wedding Song" was originally written in 1926 for the operetta "Prince of Hawaii." It was adapted from the love song "Ke Kali Nei Au", which means "waiting here for you" in Hawaiian.
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Andy WilliamsAndy Williams recorded his version of the "Hawaiian Wedding Song" in 1959. It was released in the same year and it quickly became one of his popular hits.
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Chart AchievementsWilliams' version of the Hawaiian Wedding Song peaked at the 11th position on the Billboard Hot 100. This shows the phenomenal success of the song during that time.
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Bing CrosbyThe legendary Bing Crosby also covered the "Hawaiian Wedding Song." His version was recorded on March 20, 1961.
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Elvis PresleyElvis Presley sang a rendition of the "Hawaiian Wedding Song" in his 1961 film, "Blue Hawaii." Elvis's version of the song is undoubtedly one of the most recognized renditions till this day.
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Film AdaptationPresley’s version of the "Hawaiian Wedding Song" was performed as the climactic scene of his film “Blue Hawaii”. This made the song a notable part of Pop Culture of that time.
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Song ReachThe "Hawaiian Wedding Song" continues to be a favorite selection at weddings in Hawaii, symbolizing its timeless appeal and popularity.
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Song StructureThe song typically progresses in three parts, starting off with a calm melodious tune, growing into an emotional crescendo reflecting the climax of the song and then finally a soothing closing which echoes the setting of the song’s narrative.
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Songwriters"Hawaiian Wedding Song" was written by Charles King for the operetta, later Al Hoffman and Dick Manning wrote English words to it, which helped gain popularity among non-Hawaiian audiences.
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Awards and NominationsIn a testament to its popularity, the song was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song, a testament to its popularity, in 1962.
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