It was the powerful voice of a young Hawaii kid who brought Hawaii senators and a packed chambers to their feet this morning at the Capitol Building. 

Belting out “Stand By Me” and other tunes with Brother Noland, Nick La’a reminded everyone what really matters in life — that adage about building a better Hawaii for our keiki.

Brother Noland said Nick comes in a very small package but delivers a giant spirit on behalf of all the youth of Hawaii. 

Band rocks Senate

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