Witness History: Archive 2014 - Maori Song Rocks New Zealand

Maori Song Rocks New Zealand

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In 1984 a Maori language song got to number one in New Zealand for the first time. The song Poi E remained top of the pops for four weeks. It reinvigorated the Maori language and changed the way they saw themselves.

(Photo: Courtesy of Patea Maori Club)

Published on Tuesday, 25th March 2014.

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