Isreal Kamakawiwo'ole
5-27-59 ~ 6-26-1997
"Bruddah IZ"
This is my dedication to IZ, who in my opinion is the best Hawaiian musician that ever performed.
In this painting, I wanted to capture his contagious smile, his love for music and the ocean, and even added him in his childhood years.
IZ passed away in 1997 at the age of 38. Iz brought joy, soul and spirit to his music like no other in the music industry! He traveled the world and spread a special Aloha spirit wherever he went. Iz sang with such wholesome intensity, that he touched the hearts of all who heard him.
With his two most famous recordings, "Over the Rainbow" and "What a Wonderful World", along with his faithful ministry to spread God's Word, Iz leaves behind a legacy of joy, peace and faith.
"Remember the past,
but do not dwell there.
Face the future,
where all our hope stands"....
-Isreal Kamakawiwo'ole
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