Discover the story of the song > Parihaka – Tim Finn

The protagonist is singing to his friend, telling him to rise up and defend himself. He mentions Te Whiti, a leader who used spiritual language and was accused of being mad. Despite the darkness and challenges, Te Whiti's presence and spirit will always remain. The protagonist sings the song of Parihaka, a place where the spirit of nonviolence fills the silence, and asks his friend to come and join him there.