Matatia Foa'i (born October 29, 1990) is a New Zealand actor, screenwriter, music producer, vocalist, and percussionist of Polynesian and British descent. He is best known as a member of the family band Te Vaka, which is known for its contemporary Pacific music. Matatia gained international recognition for his contributions to the soundtrack of Walt Disney's animated film Moana (2016) and Moana 2. In addition to his work with Te Vaka, Matatia has pursued a solo career as an actor and screenwriter.[1]