She said she knew she had strong competition from other dancers who “are absolutely amazing.” Kamakaokalani danced to “Lei No Kapi’olani” for her hula kahiko, or ancient hula.

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For the kane ‘auana, they will dance to “He Aloha No ‘O Honolulu,” which is a classic hula song from the 1920s composed by Lot Kauwe. It tells of the voyage of an interisland ship.