Me

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Featuring a traditional punga ihu (nose flute) and koauau (bone flute), the lyrics share the idea that te reo Māori can make you beautiful. The song embodies a confidence and sense of self that is felt when using your native tongue.

We wanted to express the idea that the Māori language is now recognised as a beautiful treasure of Aotearoa. That, if you pursue the language - whether it's just a few words a day or you're speaking fluently with your family, it’s all beautiful.

'Me' was co-written at the APRA Reo Māori Song Hubs 2022 by Reti Hedley, Ruth Smith, Choice Vaughan and Mohi Allen.

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released September 8, 2023
Writers: Reti Hedley, Ruth Smith, Choice Vaughan and Mohi Allen.
Composers: Reti Hedley, Moetu Smith, Choice Vaughan.
Producer: Reti Hedley
Mixed & Mastered: Reti Hedley
Funded by: Te Māngai Pāho & NZ on Air
Supported by: Waiata Anthems

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IA New Zealand

IA create indigenous soul music. The compositions blend old with new and feature the voices found with traditional Māori instruments/taonga puoro. The puoro voices are blended with modern instruments, ancient poetic writing style and modern soulful melodies. IA has been discovering new frontiers with traditional Maori instruments by using taonga puoro as the driving force in its creative process. ... more

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