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The Good Song: A Story Inspired by "Somewhere Over the Rainbow / What a Wonderful World" | Alexandria Giardino

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A story about Hawaiian singer Israel Kamakawiwo'ole (Iz) and his beloved medley of "Over the Rainbow" and "What a Wonderful World" The day Iz was born, on a beautiful Hawaiian island, the world sang him a lullaby. What a good song. But what is the good song? Iz spent his short life listening for it and found it in his heart one stormy night. And the good song rose up and over the rainbow and out to the world to the hearts of listeners everywhere. Based on the life of beloved Hawaiian singer Israel Kamakawiwo'ole (1959-1997), The Good Songcelebrates the inspiration behind Iz's medley of the classic "Over the Rainbow" and "What a Wonderful World," and features the lyrics of the song.

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The Good Song: A Story Inspired by "Somewhere Over the Rainbow / What a Wonderful World" | Alexandria Giardino

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This book makes my heart sing because I have Hawaiian readers seeking homesickness relief in my library. The book is inspired by Kamakawiwo'ole. I need more books like this, especially created by islanders, please. But this is a good start. #Hawaii #underthedustcover #music

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