Pokarekare Ana

Story Behind The Song

A traditional moari love song from New Zealand.

Song Description

young man in love sends a letter and a ring to his beloved one calling her to come to his tribe and be his wife, the ring and the letter are so she can show members of his tribe and guarantee her sfe passage.

Song Length 1:37 Genre World - General, World - General
Tempo Medium (111 - 130) Lead Vocal Duet Male/Female
Mood Welcoming, Endearing Subject Long, Engagement
Language Other

Lyrics

pokarekare ana
nga wai o Rotorua
whiti atu koe hine
ma rino ana e

e hine e
hoki mai ra
ka mate ahau
ite aroha e

tuhi tuhi taku reta
tuku atu taku ringi
kia kite to iwi
raru raru ana e

e hine e
hoki mai ra
ka mate ahau
ite aroha e

Lyrics traditional Music traditional
Producer Brad & Rachel Bartlett Publisher Brad & Rachel Bartlett
Performance Brad & Rachel Bartlett Label Battler Productions
This track is on 1 Member Playlists
Playlist Creator Playlist Name Date Added
Dave Anthony Setteducati My Top Songs 9/20/2009

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