?Aunty? Genoa Leilani Adolpho Keawe-Aiko (b. 31 October 1918, Honolulu, Hawaii) was born on the island of O?ahu in the Kaka?ako district of Honolulu and grew up in L?'ie. She is an icon in Hawaiian music and has been a mainstay on the Hawaiian music scene for more than 60 years. With her tremendous voice she has captivated audiences, kama??ina (locals) and malihini (visitors) alike. With a tremendous repertoire of traditional Hawaiian standards and Hapa Haole tunes, she is without equal. Many local artists include Aunty Genoa Keawe among their many influences. In 2005, she received an honorary doctorate (Doctor of Humane Letters) from the University of Hawai?i. Early life Genoa Leilani Adolpho's early years were full of moving about. She was born in 1918 in Kakaako in a stable. In her childhood her family moved about several occasions. B