During American Idol's season finale, Iam Tongi graced the stage singing a popular local jam, "Cool Down" by Kolohe Kai. HPR's Cassie Ordonio spoke to Tongi about making history as the first Pacific Islander from Hawaiʻi to win the national singing competition.
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Hawaii’s very own Iam Tongi is taking the stage this Sunday, in hopes of becoming the next American Idol. And he’s taking the love of his family and community with