Here is a rare interview with Israel Kamakawiwoole - remembering Skippy With Vintage streetcar footage from Hawaii - Iz and his band make a big impression with this song for many people! Video created by: Kokua Films Hawaii . マカハ·サンズ - Heres one some of you may remember - Written by Skippy. Aloha gang, *SPECIAL REPORT* Israel Kamakawiwoole! * Today June 26th 2015 marks the 18th year since Hawaiis most notable musician Israel . Israel recalls what it was like for the Makaha Sons in their early days and talks about his brother Skippy.