8RO8 Hawai'i returns with a vibrant new single, "HELE," a cut that fully embodies his signature genre-blending sound. Both born and raised on the island of Oahu, 8RO8 brings his unique perspective on Hawaiian Reggae that fits within current vibes, with a sound sure to be familiar near and far with modern production. Recently named one of Spotify's APIHM Artists to Watch, and continues to show you that the world should be paying attention.
"HELE" is an invitation. In Hawaiian, "hele" means to go, and it celebrates the idea of movement, whether it's hopping on the beach, driving through palm trees, or just forgetting about stress. With smooth reggae rhythms, island-soaked melodies, and a modern bounce, "HELE" is an undeniable earworm that melds the nostalgia of classic island music with the vigor of today's genre-fluid sounds.
When we talk with 8RO8, we can see that his mission is to elevate Hawai'i's musical presence to the world stage. "I want to highlight the talent of our island in a way that is both authentic and new," he says. And HELE delivers a track that feels like home but speaks for everyone.
Bringing direct island vibes with a modern twist, 8RO8 is coming from Oahu to the world. Press play on HELE and let it transport you somewhere.