THE BIRD OF PARADISE (Kuu Pua Nani)
© 1945
Lyrics & Music: Charles E. King
Sheet music dedicated "to Viola" with a note at the bottom that says: 'Note: The Hawaiian likens the one he adores
to a beautiful flower, one he knows is admired by all. In this song, the Bird of Paradise, a flower of wonderful
beauty, has been selected as the one befitting the lover's praise. To him, she is his Bird of Paradise.'
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[recitative to steel guitar solo]
He wandered hither and yon, over land and sea, searching for one to satisfy the yearnings of his heart: Far-away
shores beckoned him and in that land of romance, in the southern seas he found her.
sing
'Twas in Honolulu far across the sea
In a tropic garden 'neath the bright blue skies
I found Leilani picking flowers rare
A lovely little maiden with dark brown eyes
She made me happy
There was love in her smile
And 'twas joy to yield
To captivating eyes
Oh hasten that sweet day
When you'll be mine dear
I want you near me
Bird of Paradise
Source: Sheet music in the Bishop Museum archive.
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