E Ala E

This is a traditional chant to action as adapted from Fornander for WIPCE 1999

E ala e Kahiki e
Arise Tahiti

E ala e Kahiki e
Arise Tahiti

E hume ka malo a 'ai ka 'ai
Gird your malo and eat your food

E hopu ka lima i ka hoe a hoe a!
Bring your hand to the paddle and paddle!