Tupu’anga

This is a traditional song, from Tarani’s homeland of the Cook Islands and from the island of Aitutaki.  Originally compiled by Mama Amiria Davey and Mama Nga Oire Tekopua in 2019 for the
Constitution Showcase for Oire Tautu, seeking to bear testimony of Identity, and self-
actualisation in culture, nature and mind.
‘Tupuanga’ meaning to uplift or cultivate is a
traditional pe’e (callings) that transcend the means of written history.

​Title: Tupu’anga
Artist:  Tarani Takai
Producer: Christian Mausia
Knowledge Holders: Kendale Takai
Language:  Te Reo Maori Kuki Airani