Summary
“Poti’i Heiva”, a celebration of the tahitian dancer, is an ode to the beauty, passion, and resilience of Tahitian dancers. From birth, the dancer is destined for the art of Hura, a journey deeply tied to culture and identity. The song highlights the dancer’s triumph over challenges, their unwavering dedication, and their connection to the rhythm of drums and chants.
With movements inspired by the earth and sky, the dancer takes the stage, exuding grace and pride in their heritage. The lyrics honor the dancer as a beacon of culture and artistry, embodying the spirit of Heiva and showcasing the beauty of Tahitian dance to the world.
Kaimuko Teha
Songwriter
Kaimuko Teha
Composer
Verua
Singer
Lyrics – Poti’i Heiva
Verse 1
Ua ineine ‘oe no ta ‘oe taere
Ineine mai to ‘oe fanau
Tapao no te ‘ori no te hura
Noatu te fifi ei poti’a ‘oe
Noatu tei ‘ori e hura ‘oe
Verse 2
Ua ha’uti te upa e te himene
Ua hamata te ruru
Upoo i ni’a rima i raro
Ua ineine ‘oe no te aro
Te unauna to ‘oe tino
Chorus (x2)
Tamahine hura
Vahine ‘ori
Ua nehenehe to ‘oe hiro’a
Ua tae ‘oe i mua i te tahua
No te fa’aite i to ‘oe ti’araa
‘Oe poti’i heiva
Interlude (x2)
Ua ti’a ‘oe
Ua ‘ori ‘oe
Ua hura ‘oe
Ua here ‘oe
Chorus (x4)
‘Oe poti’i heiva (x4)
English Translation
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Traduction en français
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