Huia Ignites with Empowering Debut Single, 'Waka Huia',

a te reo Māori x Trap waiata (song).

This potent waiata is a captivating fusion of contemporary trap beats and the ancient sounds of taonga puoro (traditional Māori instruments), including a First Nation flute, with a solid music landscape composed by award-winning producer Rei.

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Sung in te reo Māori, ‘Waka Huia’ pulsates with an empowering message.  It's a call to action, urging listeners to embrace their inner strength and lift each other.  The lyrics speak to challenging the status quo and addressing injustices with unwavering resolve and peaceful resistance. Rangimārie.

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‘Waka Huia’ wraps the audience and takes them on a heavy deep music journey, but lyrically it’s a gentle reminder to look after yourself. 

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‘Waka Huia’ is just the first taste of Huia's highly anticipated album, 'Kawakawa’ a twelve-track exploration of affirmation, self-discovery and connection to one another and the lands we live and fiercely protect.