Busking To New York

Tena koutou katoa

Kia ora my name is Tihei Harawira and I am applying for funding, towards my trip to America in September.

My goal is to shoot a film called "Busking to NYC" which is about my life of busking all over New Zealand that begins in Kaitaia all the way down to Auckland to then catching my flight to NYC to visit the birthplace of Hip Hop South Bronx. I am going with my friend Rongotai Lomas, who will be filming the project. The duration of this project is 10 days. I am trying to raise $6500 for our trip to the USA. The $2500 will be for accommodation and food. The remaining $4,000 will go towards the filming.

I been through a lot especially with my autism. Battling adversities my whole life, Is something i had to get use to at an early age.Born slow at birth i had to adjust to life which i knew was very tough, I been making music for over 20 years and it is what i call a lifesaver. My background is freestyle rap music for what i have done since i was 15 years old.I would like to inspire others in chasing their goals by being consistent and persistent with a term of not quitting under pressure at all. Believing in yourself is the most important part, I never stop trying at anything i ever do and i want people to learn that i can do it well so can you, Nothing is holding you back from trying.

What inspired me to go busking was my childhood memories and my love for all people and music.

I have been all over the world for it as well inspiring others through my lyrics and messages. If you want to check out my work please do not hesitate to head over to my facebook page and youtube channel under Tihei Harawira.