One day when he was 15 years old, Israel was sitting at a picnic table on Makaha Beach playing his ukulele when Jerry Koko stopped by to talk story. Jerry invited Israel over to his house to kanikapila (play music). He then met Moon Kauakahi and Jerry's brother, John Koko. Israel told the boys about his brother, Skippy, and how he could play guitar. After playing togther for awhile, the boys decided to start a group and the Makaha Sons of Ni'ihau were born. First consisting of Israel, Skippy, Moon, Mel Amina (Israel's cousin) and Sam Grey, their first big break was being on the Jerry Lewis telethon.
Remember
Israel Lyrics
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Uh uh
Pick a side, pick a side
I pray you do choose life
Get ya life get ya life
(ah ah ah)
I do, I do, I do yea I do not miss
Any opportunity for staying lit
Fire always blazin
so He sees everything that I am doing
yea everything that I just did
Ah ah
Remember who you are
Ah ah
You are chosen. Marvelous.
Ah ah
Remember who you are
Ah ah
You are chosen. Peculiar
Wonderful
Incredible
You can be,
all that you can, all that and more.
Canโt you see
All the things that GOD planned for you
There HIS hands will lead and hold you.
He knew you in your motherโs womb.
So what ya gonna do?
Ah ah
Remember who you are
Ah ah
You are chosen. Marvelous.
Ah ah
Remember who you are
Ah ah
You are chosen. Peculiar
Be
Think
You are
Self
Let
Your heart
Be
Perfect
Ah ah
Remember who you are
Ah ah
You are chosen. Marvelous.
Ah ah
Remember who you are
Ah ah
You are chosen. Peculiar
Ah ah
Remember who you are
Ah ah
You are chosen. Marvelous.
Ah ah
Remember who you are
Ah ah
You are chosen. Peculiar
In the song "Remember" by Israel, the artist emphasizes the importance of making conscious choices and embracing one's unique identity. The opening lines urge the listener to pick a side and choose life, emphasizing the significance of making positive decisions and living intentionally. The repetition of "get ya life" and "I hope you get it right" highlights the artist's desire for the listener to make the most out of their life and not miss any opportunities for growth and positivity. The mention of fire always blazing symbolizes a sense of passion and purpose, with the acknowledgment that God sees and knows everything the listener is doing.
The chorus repeatedly emphasizes the need to remember who you are and reinforces the idea that the listener is chosen, marvelous, and peculiar. This serves as a reminder for the listener to embrace their uniqueness and divine significance, reminding them of their worth and purpose. The use of these affirmations aims to instill confidence and self-acceptance in the listener, encouraging them to recognize their value and potential.
The following verses highlight the listener's potential for greatness, urging them to tap into their wonderful and incredible qualities. The lyrics suggest that the listener can achieve more than they realize and that God has a plan for them. The mention of being known in one's mother's womb speaks to the listener's inherent value and the idea that they are destined for greatness. The artist's questioning "So what ya gonna do?" prompts reflection and action, encouraging the listener to take initiative and fulfill their potential.
In the final section of the song, the repetition of the chorus reinforces the message of self-empowerment and worth. By urging the listener to remember their identity as chosen, marvelous, and peculiar, the artist seeks to inspire a sense of confidence and purpose within the listener. The closing lines encourage the listener to be perfect in their self-awareness and acceptance, embracing their true selves wholeheartedly. Overall, the song "Remember" serves as a powerful anthem for self-discovery, empowerment, and embracing one's unique identity and purpose.
Line by Line Meaning
Ya gotta remember
Always keep in mind
Pick a side, pick a side
Make a decision, make a choice
I pray you do choose life
I hope you choose a fulfilling life
Get ya life get ya life
Improve yourself, find your purpose
I hope you get it right
I hope you make the correct decisions
Any opportunity for staying lit
Take advantage of every chance to shine
Fire always blazin
Always be passionate and motivated
so He sees everything that I am doing
God watches over me at all times
Remember who you are
Do not forget your identity
You are chosen. Marvelous.
You are special and amazing
You are chosen. Peculiar
You are unique and different
Wonderful
Full of wonder and amazement
Incredible
Extraordinary and unbelievable
Be all that you can, all that and more.
Strive to reach your full potential and beyond
All the things that GOD planned for you
The great things that God has in store for you
There HIS hands will lead and hold you.
God will guide and support you
He knew you in your motherโs womb.
God has known you from the beginning
Be perfect
Aim for perfection
You are
You are
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Written by: EZEKIEL ISRAEL, MARYLYN DUMORNAY
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