Hawaiian Karaoke Ideas for your Luau
Hawaiian karaoke is one of our favorite luau party ideas! Luau music is a must, and karaoke is a fun addition to the line-up.
Do mention in the luau party invitations that karaoke is scheduled and that if they have a favorite Hawaiian song on a CD they'd like to sing that they should bring the CD just in case you don't have it.
Thanks to Elvis and world renowned Hawaiian musicians like Keali`i Reichel and the late, great singers Braddah IZ (Israel Kamakawiwo`ole) and Don Ho, many people know at least one Hawaiian song whether it be a hapa-haole tune or a more authentic, contemporary or traditional, Hawaiian song.
They may not remember all the words, but that's where a karaoke screen comes in handy. Hook one up to your karaoke machine so not only the singers can get the words right, but everyone can learn the words, light the tiki torches, serve another round of mai tais and enjoy some Polynesian lounge fun! Image: Karaoke fun at luau By EtownSenateElizabethtown College Student Senate
Hawaiian Karaoke Songs
Some of the Hawaiian songs most likely known on the U.S. mainland are:
Aloha O`e
Tiny Bubbles
Blue Hawaii
Hawaiian Wedding Song (Ke Kali Nei Au)
White Sandy Beach of Hawaii
Honolulu City Lights
I'll Remember You
Waikiki
Kuu Home o Kahaluu
Lovely Hula Hands
Beyond the Reef
Kawaipunahele
Akaka Falls
Gilligan's Island (IZ's version)
Sweet Leilani
The Hukilau Song
Mele Kalikimaka
Over the Rainbow/Wonderful World (IZ's cover).
My Little Grass Shack in Kealakekua
If your luau is for teens or preteens they too will appreciate some of the oldie but goodies above but also look at lists of contemporary luau music, which may include rock, reggae, jazz, hip hop as well as Hawaiian folk music influences. And don't hesitate adding a few of your own favorites!
Karaoke can be a great form of free entertainment, especially if you've got some good vocals on your guest list. So as your working on your Hawaiian luau party ideas, consider adding karaoke as a fun way for your guests to share their favorite Hawaiian karaoke songs.
