Stars continue to glitter for Malaysian super duo Hael Husaini-Nadeera Zaini as their blockbuster Raya song goes above 1.87 billion in social media & streaming platforms
Their Hari Raya hit 'Meriah Lain Macam' is by far the easy champion for this festival season. This tune is again written by the amazing writing duo of Hael Husaini and Iqie Hugh, these two long-time friends who form an incredible partnership that has composed many top songs.
At press time, the fun and uplifting 'Meriah Lain Macam' has turned in an incredible 1.87 billion in social media and streaming platforms. It is also the No.1 hit song in Malaysia and Brunei and returned a tremendous 16 million hits in YouTube. It is also hitting the charts in Singapore, Indonesia and even other parts of South-East Asia.
It is also the No.1 trending song in YouTube for 33 days in a row and also the top boy in Carta RIM (Malay Section - The Official Malaysia Chart), No. 1 in YouTube Malaysia, YouTube Brunei and also the prestigious Billboard Malaysia chart.
The song which is about a wife-husband pair's zany but happy preparations for the the Hari Raya festival.
Music label Rocketfuel Entertainment had made the official announcement of the hit song during a special Hari Raya Open House event in Kuala Lumpur which was attended by their top artistes, special guests and also the media members.
"For me going home for the Raya holidays is always the best time of the year. It always has been 'Meriah Lain Macam (a special kind of happiness)" said Hael during the Hari Raya event.
"I'm so glad I have a chance to write a song that gives me a chance to share that experience and at the same the extreme excitement of waiting for the big day and journey back home to share the fun with my family," added Hael, now among the most accomplished musicians in the country.
"As usual it is always fun working with Iqie and Nadeera. I expected a good run but seriously, never have I expected such a stupendous reception. I thank everyone - the fans, my team, my family, Rocketfuel and also Astro. They have done so much in pushing this song to this unthinkable level.
"It is also very gratifying that people from all kind of races are loving this tune. From the bottom of the heart, I'm just so humbled by the reception, It has been incredible and I'm so grateful I'm part of the who gang involved in the song and also the video.
"It's so wonderful that it is the Hari Raya 'playlist' in many houses and cars and even offices. I thank all for their support. It is just so incredible. What a ride," said the ever-so down-to-earth singer.
As for Nadeera, she added another feather to blossoming achievements, when also released her own Hari Raya tune 'Dam Dim Dum Raya' besides the super-hit composition with Hael.
While 'Dam Dim Dum Raya' was not a big hit like 'Meriah Lain Macam', it still returned a respectable 800,000 hits in YouTube.
Nadeera, also said she was just humbled by the whole experience and said she will always have special thanks to Hael and Iqie.
"Them (Hael and Iqie); They are the best big brothers one can have. I owe Hael so much too. For having me sing his compositions are indeed a big honour for me," said Nadeera.
"And 'Meriah Lain Macam' is just a big wow. Unforgettable is the only word that I have for now. The experience is unbelievable and I have so much gratitude to so many people. I thank everyone especially my family members, my mom and dad for their never ending support in my career," said the humble duringa pree meet at the event.
"I also thankful that I got a chance to sing my own Hari Raya composition (Dam Dim Dum Raya). It is my first Raya solo. The happiness is now never-ending and I hope it continues with good blessing from all the people who are close to me and at the same from the love the fans has shown me.
" Terima Kasih, kepada semua yang memberi saya tempat di hati mereka. Ia benar-benar menyentuh hati dan memberi saya satu Raya yang tidak boleh dilupakan seumur hidup saya . (I thank all who had me in their hearts and I m really touched by the love and support from all. It is an unforgettable that I will never forget throughout my career)," said a very delighted Nadeera.
During the event, both Hael and Nadeera even had more reasons to celebrate. Both released a special version 'Diam' and 'Bukan Lagi Kita' their super top hits from 2024. The special versions was available from Thursday (May 1) in all streaming platforms.
Meanwhile, music label Rocketfuel also had other reasons to celebrate.
Their other Raya song 'Nyam Nyam Ketupat' was another big hitter and has returned impressive numbers too.
The song which had the combo of Zizan Razak, Wani Kayrie, Dinda Dania dan Miss Alvy, had a combination of cheeky and happy lyrics that won over many fans. It also had more than 8 millions hit in YouTube was No.3 in the list of 'Most Streamed Malay Singles In Malaysia' list.
Even Olympic badminton champion and top star shuttler Vivtor Axelsen used the song as his background in one of his TikTok postings.
In an official press statement, Rocketfuel promised that they will continue to offer the best of music that the country can offer as they seek to further improve their compositions.
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