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Source: Na Mele o Hawai'i Nei by Elbert & Mahoe - The mele ma`i was composed in praise of the sexual prowess and genitals of a person. Continuity of the Hawaiian race was essential, as expressed in King Kalâkaua's motto "Ho`oulu Lahui" or "Increase the Race". This ma`i in honor of King Kalâkaua gives him the name Halala, meaning overly large |