Wind Beneath My Wings – English Lyrics

• By: Israel Kamakawiwoʻole

Lyrics & Translation

Discover the beauty of Hawaiian music through Israel Kamakawiwoʻole's touching interpretation of "Wind Beneath My Wings." Learn how his unique style and heartfelt delivery transform this already beloved song into a tribute to unsung heroes everywhere, enhanced by the gentle sounds of the ukulele and the warmth of Hawaiian lyrics.

[English]

It must have been cold there in my shadow

To never have sunlight on your face

You were content to let me shine

You always walked a step behind

I was the one with all the glory

You were the one with all the strain

A beautiful face without a name

A beautiful smile to ease my pain

Did you ever know that you're my hero

And everything I would like to be?

I can fly higher than an eagle

You are the wind beneath my wings

You are the wind beneath my wings

I ke i'a po ke i'a au me o'e

Ke i'a po ua ho'i ma i au

He loa ka helena ma ke a la hele

E huli wahi ma ke i'a au

Mau popo au ua i ke ho'i

Ka home iloko ku'u pu'u wai

U'a ho'i mai i'au ke i ke nei au

Ma oli au au ana hou

Ke mau popo He Hawai'i au

Ke mau popo He Hawai'i au

You are the wind beneath my wings

Ooo ooo oo oo oo

You are the wind beneath my wings

Ke mau popo He Hawai'i au

Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
shadow /ˈʃædoʊ/ B1	noun - a dark area or shape produced by an object blocking rays of light
sunlight /ˈsʌnlaɪt/ A2	noun - the light from the sun
face /feɪs/ A1	noun - the front part of the head where the eyes, nose, and mouth are
shine /ʃaɪn/ A2	verb - to give out bright light
glory /ˈɡlɔːri/ B2	noun - high honor or praise won by notable achievements
strain /streɪn/ B2	noun - a state of tension or exhaustion resulting from severe demands
beautiful /ˈbjuːtɪfəl/ A2	adjective - very attractive or pleasing
smile /smaɪl/ A1	noun - a pleased, kind, or amused facial expression
pain /peɪn/ A2	noun - physical suffering or discomfort
hero /ˈhɪəroʊ/ A2	noun - a person admired for courage or noble qualities
fly /flaɪ/ A1	verb - to move through the air using wings
eagle /ˈiːɡəl/ B1	noun - a large bird of prey with a massive hooked bill
wind /wɪnd/ A1	noun - the natural movement of air
wings /wɪŋz/ A1	noun - paired appendages used for flying by birds, insects, and bats
cold /koʊld/ A1	adjective - having a low temperature
content /kənˈtent/ B1	adjective - in a state of peaceful happiness
higher /ˈhaɪər/ A2	adjective - at a greater level or amount