Inside: In honor of Moana 2 on the horizon, let’s take a stroll down memory lane with the top Moana quotes. There are SO many good ones, so buckle up!
Top Moana Movie Quotes
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Moana, in my opinion, one of Disney’s best animated films, has such stunning visuals, memorable characters, and, of course, inspiring and heartwarming quotes.
There are truly so many good quotes throughout the movie!
Below, we’ll dive into the best Moana quotes you’ll love, featuring lines from the movie that will definitely inspire, entertain, and remind us of the movie’s magic.
Whether you’re a Disney fan or simply love great things, these quotes will bring a smile to your face and a song to your heart. I hope you love these quotes as much as I loved putting this list together!
What is Moana About?
If you haven’t seen Moana before, or it’s jut been a while, let me give you a quick recap to catch you up.
Basically, Moana, a Polynesian village princess, sets out on an ocean adventure to save her island. Her grandma, Gramma Tala, always believed she was destined for greatness and nudged her to follow her heart.
Along the way, she teams up with the demigod Maui to restore the heart of Te Fiti and bring balance back to nature.
She discovers her own strength and purpose during the journey.
It’s such a fun movie with catchy songs, funny characters like the clueless rooster Heihei, and a beautiful celebration of Polynesian culture. My whole family loves this movie so much!
Full List of the Greatest Moana Quotes
Okay. let’s get right into the best quotes from the movie! I’ll break these memorable lines down below by character.
Moana’s Quotes
“Sometimes our strengths lie beneath the surface … Far beneath, in some cases.” — Moana
“There’s a whole ocean!” — Moana
“The ocean is a friend of mine.”— Moana
“There’s more beyond the reef.” — Moana
“What if we fish beyond the reef?” — Moana
“There’s just no telling how far I’ll go.”— Moana
“We were voyagers! WE WERE VOYAGERS!” — Moana
“I am Moana of Motunui. You will board my boat, sail across the sea, and restore the heart of Te Fiti.” — Moana
“I am self-taught.” — Moana
“See that line where the sky meets the sea? It calls me.”— Moana
“I am Moana of Motunui. Aboard my boat, I will sail across the sea and restore the heart of Te Fiti.”— Moana
“The call isn’t out there at all, it’s inside me.”— Moana
“I will carry you here in my heart, you’ll remind me that come what may, I know the way.”— Moana
“Sometimes our strengths lie beneath the surface … far beneath, in some cases.”— Moana
“Okay, first, I’m not a princess, I’m the daughter of the chief.” — Moana
“Fish pee in you… all day!”— Moana
“The Ocean chose ME.” — Moana
“It’d be rude to refuse a gift from a goddess.” — Moana
“Te Ka can’t follow us into the water. We make it past the barrier islands… we make it to Te Fiti. None of which you understand… because you are a chicken.”— Maui
“I have crossed the horizon to find you. I know your name. They have stolen the heart from inside you. But this does not define you. This is not who you are. You know who you are… who you truly are.”— Moana
“If the current’s warm you’re going the right way” — Maui. “It’s cold. Wait, it’s getting warmer…. Ugh! That is disgusting! What is wrong with you?” — Moana
Fun Fact: Moana’s name actually translates to “Ocean” in Polynesian communities.
Maui’s Quotes
“Well, come to think of it Kid, honestly I can go on and on I can explain every natural phenomenon The tide, the grass, the ground, oh That was Maui just messing aroundI killed an eel I buried its guts Sprouted a tree, now you got coconuts What’s the lesson? What is the take-away? Don’t mess with Maui when he’s on the break-awayAnd the tapestry here on my skin Is a map of the victories I win Look where I’ve been I make everything happen Look at that mini-Maui just tippity-tappin’Well, anyway let me say you’re welcome.” — Maui
“Boat snack!” — Maui
“Hero of men. It’s actually ‘Maui, shapeshifter, Demigod of the wind and sea, hero of men.’ I interrupted, from the top—hero of men. Go.” — Maui
“When you use a bird to write with, it’s called tweeting.” — Maui
“Listen. For a thousand years, I’ve only been thinking about keepin’ this hair silky, getting my hook, and being awesome, again.”— Maui
“Without my magical fish hook, I am nothing” — Maui
“Hero of men. It’s actually ‘Maui, shapeshifter, Demigod of the wind and sea, hero of men.’ I interrupted, from the top—hero of men. Go.” — Maui
“It’s called wayfinding, princess. It’s not just sails and knots, it’s seeing where you’re going in your mind. Knowing where you are by knowing where you’ve been.” — Maui
“I’ve got your back, chosen one. Go save the world.” — Maui
“You want to get to Te Fiti? You got to go through a whole ocean of bad. Not to mention Te Ka, lava monster. Ever defeat a lava monster?”— Maui
“Stay out of it or you’re sleeping in my armpit.”— Maui
“Blow dart… in my butt cheek” — Maui
“If you wear a dress and have an animal sidekick, you’re a princess.”— Maui
“What can I say except you’re welcome?” — Maui
“The chicken lives!” — Maui
Fun Fact: Maui’s tattoos, including the mini Maui tattoo, are inspired by Polynesian tattoo art and tell the story of his life and adventures.
Grandma Tala
“There is nowhere you could go that I won’t be with you.” — Grandma Tala
“I’m the village crazy lady—that’s my job.” — Grandma Tala
“You know who you are.” — Grandma Tala
“Sometimes our strengths lie beneath the surface.” — Grandma Tala
“I’m his mom, I don’t have to tell him anything.” — Grandma Tala
“Whatever just happened … Blame it on the pig.” — Grandma Tala
“In the beginning, there was only ocean.” — Grandma Tala
“Do you really think our ancestors stayed within the reef?” — Grandma Tala
“Go inside, bang the drum, and find out.” — Grandma Tala
“When I die, I’m going to come back as one of these. Or I chose the wrong tattoo.” — Grandma Tala
“You may hear a voice inside. And if the voice starts to whisper to follow the farthest star, Moana, that voice inside is who you are.” — Gramma Tala
“I like to dance with the water. The undertow on the waves. The water is mischievous. Ha! I like how it misbehaves” — Grandma Tala
“It’s not your fault. I never should have put so much on your shoulders. If you are ready to go home… I will be with you.” — Grandma Tala
“But one day, someone will journey beyond our reef, find Maui, deliver him across the great ocean to restore the heart of Te Fiti.” — Grandma Tala
Fun Fact: The film celebrates the heritage and traditions of the Pacific islands, with manta rays symbolizing the spirits of ancestors.
Tamatoa Quotes
“I’d rather be shiny! Like the treasure from a sunken pirate wreck. Scrub the deck and make it look shiny! I will sparkle like a wealthy woman’s neck” — Tamatoa
“You’re a funny looking little thing aren’t you” — Tamatoa
Well, well, well. Little Maui’s having trouble with his look. You little semi-demi-mini god. Ouch! What a terrible performance, get the hook! Get it? — Tamatoa
“Ugh! It’s a human!” — Tamatoa
“Just pick an eye, babe” — Tamatoa
“Maui, man! You can try, try, try, but you can’t expect a demigod to beat a decapod. Look it up! You will die, die, die!” — Tamatoa
“‘That’s my grandma.’ I ate my grandma! And it took a week cause she was absolutely humongous.” — Tamatoa
“Are you just trying to get me to talk about myself? Because if you are … I will gladly do so—in song form!” — Tamatoa
“Hey! Hey! Did you like the song?” — Tamatoa
“The power of creation … For a crustacean!” — Tamatoa
“Well, Tamatoa hasn’t always been this glam. I was a drab little crab once” — Tamatoa
“Can we be real? If my name was Sebastian and I had a cool Jamaican accent, you’d totally help me. You would, you know you would.” — Tamatoa
Other Supporting Character Quotes
“There comes a day when you’re gonna look around and realize happiness is where you are.”— Chief Tui
“No one goes beyond the reef!”— Chief Tui
“There is no darkness. There are no monsters.” — Chief Tui
“Sometimes, who we wish we were, what we wish we could do, it’s just not meant to be.”— Sina
“He’s hard on you because … because he was you.”— Sina
“I am curious about that chicken eating the rock. He basically lacks the intelligence required for pretty much… everything. So can we just… cook him? — villager
Fun Fact: There is a Little Mermaid Easter Egg in one of the scenes. You can find Flounder swimming with other sea creatures during the song “You’re Welcome”!
Final Thoughts
So, there you have it — the ultimate compilation of quotes from the movie. The Moana film is so fun of quotes, ranging from fun, hilarious, heartwarming, and inspirational, that resonate with audiences of all ages.
From the vast ocean adventures to the importance of family and tradition, these quotes capture the essence of the movie’s magic.
What is your favorite quote from the list? I would love to hear from you. Share your favorite Moana quotes in the comments below!
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