Kumu hula Edith K. Kanākaʻole (aka Aunty Edith), composed this oli (chant) for her hula Hālau O Kekuhi. The chant is performed to request knowledge and wisdom from the ancestral deities to accomplish the task at hand.
Listen to a traditional version by Kumu John Keolamakaʻainana
Listen to a modern version by Noelani Love
Today, this oli is commonly used at the start of an event or small gathering to focus a group's energies and ultimately carry out the kuleana (responsibility) they have undertaken.
I often chanted this oli with the kia'i gathered to protect Maunakea and made this little card as a gift for those who'd like to learn it.
I gift stickers and cards when I'm out and about promoting loving kindness and through my social activism work. It's my contribution and kuleana to make the world a better place. If you're unable to get a free card via one of my outreach groups I'll be happy to send you one. You're not only cheering up your life and learning a great Hawaiian chant, you're also supporting the Postal Service.
