Having never been to Hawaii, I suspect I have a rather idealised version of what it is actually like.
Social problems aside, I do imagine Hawaii is an embodiment of this song, which is relaxed, tropical and full of soul.
Aside from the slightly squeezed “Hawaaian paradise of love” line, this song is just amazing.
Nohelani Cypriano has a great voice, which is well served by the concoction of synth instruments on this funky masterpiece. There’s even some exotic sounding birdsong!
The squealing keys are perfect for sun-drenched funk, and although this song is laid back, it’s still eminently dance-able.
The bassline is particularly brilliant as well, which stands the song in good stead as a boogie classic. It was pretty obscure, but has been dug out and given a new lease of life in recent years.
The song was originally released on Nohelani, in 1979, but has been re-released as a single in 2014.