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You're Welcome (from Moana): Ukulele

As performed by Lin-Manuel Miranda / As performed by Mark Mancina / As performed by Opetaia Foa'i

Item: 35-DS00368664

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 6
SKU: 35-DS00368664

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About the Artist: Lin-Manuel Miranda

Lin-Manuel Miranda is a composer, lyricist, and performer whose work spans Broadway musicals, film scores, and cultural storytelling. His music for Disney's Moana earned widespread acclaim for blending contemporary songwriting with Pacific Islander musical traditions, creating songs that resonate with both children and adults.

Miranda's gift for writing character-driven songs with infectious melodies makes his work especially valuable in educational settings. Students connect immediately to his material because the songs carry genuine emotional weight alongside memorable hooks.

Why we love this

This arrangement captures the swagger and infectious energy of the original without requiring advanced technique, making it accessible to beginner and early intermediate ukulele players. The six-page layout gives students enough material to sink their teeth into while keeping the song's pop sensibility and humor intact. Programming this early in the school year builds momentum and confidence because students recognize the song instantly.

What to expect

Tropical warmth wrapped in contemporary pop energy. The arrangement captures Maui's charisma and self-assurance while maintaining the joyful, slightly irreverent tone of the original. It's the kind of song that makes people smile the moment they hear the opening.

Who it's for

Beginner and early intermediate ukulele students who want to play recognizable, engaging material. This works equally well for solo performers building performance repertoire or ensembles exploring Disney film music.

How to get the most out of it

  • Lock into the groove from the opening strum pattern. This song lives in its rhythmic pocket, so consistent timing matters more than note precision.
  • Lean into the character moments. The song has personality and attitude; let your playing reflect Maui's confidence and charm.
  • Balance melody clarity with harmonic support. The ukulele needs to carry both the tune and the groove, so avoid burying the vocal line under heavy strumming.

How to use it

Feature this in a showcase focused on film and musical theater, or pair it with other Disney selections to create a cohesive concert theme that appeals to younger audiences and families. It also serves as a confident closer for a ukulele ensemble performance because the song's familiarity and upbeat character leave audiences in a great mood.

Skills your students will build

  • Maintaining rhythmic consistency in strummed accompaniment patterns
  • Balancing melody line projection with harmonic support
  • Playing with stylistic conviction and character expression
  • Reading chord charts alongside melodic notation

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