He Punahele Nō ʻOe - by Albert Nahaleʻa
He punahele nō ʻoe Nā ka makua Pūlama ʻia nō ʻoe Me ke aloha He wahine uʻi A he pua nani Ma kuʻu poli mai ʻoe Kuʻu lei You are a beautiful baby Pride of my heart You are a dear little lady Right from the start You're so sweet and lovely Like a pretty flower Close to my bosom I'll hold you Baby mine	You are a favorite Of your parents Cherished With love A pretty young girl Like a beautiful flower Upon my bosom you are My lei
Source: Written for the composer's daughter - Copyright 1962 Criterion Music Corp