[Chill Track] A Classic of Hawaiian Music

Take A Walk InThe CountryMAKAHA SONS

Take A Walk InThe Country ~ MAKAHA SONS

This is a masterpiece that beautifully captures Hawaii’s rich natural scenery and traditional culture.

Featured on the Makaha Sons’ 1991 album “Ho‘oluana,” the song captivates with its soothing blend of gentle vocals, ukulele, and slack-key guitar.

It evokes a calm feeling, as if you were strolling through Hawaii’s rural landscapes, far from the bustle of the city.

As one of Hawaii’s most iconic groups, the Makaha Sons have earned high acclaim, including winning five categories at the 1995 Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards.

This piece will gently embrace you in any moment seeking healing—whether during relaxation time, yoga, or hula practice.

Pearly ShellsDon Ho

Pearly Shells

Don Ho, a singer whose warm vocals earned him the respect of many Hawaiians.

He was a figure who could be called the king of Hawaiian music and laid the foundation for Hawaiian pop that continues to this day.

Among Don Ho’s works, a particularly recommended classic is Pearly Shells.

It’s arranged with a cheerful yet laid-back melody that feels like a mix of rockabilly and Hawaiian music.

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Over the RainbowIsrael “IZ” Kamakawiwoʻole

OFFICIAL Somewhere over the Rainbow – Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwoʻole

Israel Kamakawiwoʻole is a singer-songwriter who enjoys great popularity in Hawaii.

He’s an artist known for his sweet vocals—something you wouldn’t expect from his enormous physique—and he has long energized Hawaiian pop music.

Among his works, the one I especially recommend is Over the Rainbow.

It’s a well-known classic arranged with a Hawaiian flavor, and it has a chiller vibe than the original.

How about giving it a listen when you want to relax?

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Flying With AngelsNa Leo Pilimehana

Flying with Angels

In the 1980s, sophisticated pop styles like synthwave and synth-pop were gaining popularity around the world.

Hawaii had its own version of this movement, and the female trio Nā Leo Pilimehana, who sing “Flying With Angels,” became popular for blending urban pop music with elements of Hawaiian music.

The guitar that evokes slack-key playing and the uniquely ‘80s-tinged bass pair perfectly, making for a chill track.

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Mai `Italia Ko Lei NaniKaumakaiwa Kanaka`ole

“Mai ‘Italia Ko Lei Nani”, Sung By Kaumakaiwa Kanaka’ole With Shawn Pimental

The beautiful melodies performed by Kaumakaiwa Kanaka‘ole, a renowned musician who carries Hawaiian traditional music into the present, gracefully portray the historical tale surrounding King Kalākaua’s coronation in February 1883.

This heartwarming piece honors the dignity and grace of Queen Kapi‘olani and includes praise for the lavish crown imported from Italy.

Brought to life through a collaboration with guitarist Shawn Pimental, the work breathes new vitality into a traditional mele.

Its unhurried, chant-like melody and gentle rhythm weave a soothing soundscape—perfect for moments of calm or for immersing yourself in Hawaiian culture.